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How the Ban on Affirmative Action Affects Black Librarianship

The US Supreme Court’s decision to end affirmative action marks a significant setback on the path towards social justice. Moreover, it reflects over a century of bias against Black librarians. To ensure equitable opportunities it is crucial to recognize this legacy of institutional harm.

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Book Bans and Biases: Is There a Place for Sexually Explicit Materials in the Library?

Whether American libraries should host sexually explicit content has been a matter of ongoing debate throughout history, and it continues to be a heated topic of discussion today. The persistent failure, however, to recognize patrons as fully embodied human beings with physical and intellectual dimensions reveals deep cultural biases at play.

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14 Holiday Reads for the Intellectually Curious

It’s the time to fill those quiet winter hours with a good book. If you’re looking for a stimulating holiday read to tickle your brain, we have just the right recommendations for you!

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How to Improve Your Academic Writing

Do you work in the humanities or social sciences and want to improve your writing style but don’t know where to begin? Are you overwhelmed by the number of writing manuals out there? Then look no further! Here are some tips to get you started (and maybe help you finish that chapter you’ve been working on).

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