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Library Patio Update
It is turning out to be a beautiful day today and work has resumed on the Gordon Library patio. We apologize for any inconvenience the work has caused. The library will remain open regular summer hours during the construction. Thank you for your understanding. Summer Hours: Monday – Thursday Open 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. [...]
Continue reading >Alyssa Chats #GordonLibrary
May 11, 2012
We asked some students at WPI to tell us about their experiences at the library. These answers will be unveiled in a series we call “Chat #GordonLibrary.” Feel free to add your own answers to the question in the comment section below! Question: Where is your favorite place to study? Alyssa says: “I would [...]
Continue reading >Congratulations Class of 2012! The Library Then & Now
May 8, 2012
What changes have occurred since you started at WPI?
Continue reading >Gordon Library Pinterest: Pinning Down Your Research
May 7, 2012
The Gordon Library created a Pinterest account (pinterest.com/gordonlibrary) earlier this year for you to keep up on new books, interesting archive images, and so much more. Make sure to follow our Research Tips, Library Fun, and WPI History boards. We see Pinterest as a great way to interact with the entire WPI community and hope [...]
Continue reading >Looking for Films, Audiobooks, and Bestsellers in Gordon Library?
May 4, 2012
Looking for Films, Audiobooks, and Bestsellers? Head up to the Third Floor In preparation for summer renovations of the North side of the library’s main entrance level, the film collection has moved upstairs. Take a left once you get upstairs to find them. The library has a growing collection of DVDs, to learn more check [...]
Continue reading >Library Staff Celebrate Long Term Service Awards
May 3, 2012
The library staff are pleased to report the George C. Gordon Library at WPI is a terrific place to work. How do we know? Staff stick around for a while! Don Richardson, Martha Gunnarson, Debbie Bockus, and Joan Dickert are being recognized today for their contributions and for long service at WPI.
Continue reading >Library Patio Class Gift: Donations Accepted Until Commencement
May 2, 2012
The Class of 2012 is very close to their goal of raising $10,000 for the Senior Class Gift! By raising $10,000 and getting donations from 40% of the seniors, the class earns a 1:1 Trustee match and $5,000, respectively, to give towards the refinishing of the Gordon Library patio. The patio will be updated with benches, trees, and shrubs to make it an inviting place for students to gather.
Continue reading >Summer Hours: May 2 – August 22
May 2, 2012
The library will be open Mondays – Thursdays 8 a.m. – 9 p.m., Fridays 8 a.m. – 5 p.m, closed on Saturdays, and Sundays from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. See more library hours for exceptions and holidays.
Continue reading >Sarcey Chen biography translation celebrated on April 26th
May 1, 2012
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On April 26th, the Gordon Library and WPI’s Alumni Office celebrated the completed translation of the Biography of Sarcey Chen, WPI Class of 1924.
Continue reading >Moving Parts : Steam Engines and Mechnical Drawings — Class of 41 Gallery, GL 3rd floor
April 25, 2012
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Gordon Library is fortunate to have the opportunity to exhibit working model steam engines made by master model maker Daniel Fay. Mr Fay spent his career making models for Morgan Construction Company. Several of Dan’s models are on display in “Moving Parts,” on loan from his family, combined with drawings of engines done by WPI students in the late 19th century. The exhibit is located in the Class of ’41 Gallery, Gordon Library 3rd floor, until mid-July.
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May 15, 2012
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