Author Archive

Aaron Burr Exhibit

Thursday, November 15th, 2012 - Jean Cleveland

A display of rare items exploring the life of Aaron Burr – said to be the most comprehensive portrayal of the complicated Founding Father – is on exhibit at the Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library galleries of the Richard Russell Building. “The Man Who Killed Hamilton:  Defending Aaron Burr through ...

‘Tween the Pages Reopens at Main Library!

Tuesday, October 16th, 2012 - Jean Cleveland

‘Tween the Pages, a campus eatery operated by the University of Georgia Food Services, recently reopened its doors at the main library after undergoing construction to expand and relocate during the library’s renovation. ‘Tween the Pages serves grab-and-go sandwiches and salads and hot options such as a daily hot entrée, bagels, ...

Tour the Special Collections Vault!

Monday, October 8th, 2012 - Jean Cleveland

The regular Tuesday Tour at 2 p.m. of the Richard B. Russell Special Collections Libraries is being enhanced Nov. 6 for a peek inside the subterranean 30,000-square-foot vault holding the collected treasures of Georgia's past. The first 40 people to reserve a spot will be given access. To make a reservation, ...

Opening “Doors:” Celebrating the New Political Mural by Art Rosenbaum

Monday, October 8th, 2012 - Jean Cleveland

Please join the Russell Library as we celebrate the new major work by University of Georgia Art Professor Art Rosenbaum from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.  Monday, November 5, 2012. The dedication will take place in the Russell Gallery of the new Richard B. Russell  Building Special Collections Libraries. Entitled “Doors,” the ...

Georgia Writers Hall of Fame Exhibit on View

Friday, September 28th, 2012 - Jean Cleveland

The Ga Writers Hall of Fame exhibit featuring working manuscripts, letters and memorabilia of members of the Hall will be on display through the end of the year in the Hargrett Gallery. The published works and personal materials are complemented by lively photographs from past author salons and a timeline ...

Georgia Writers Hall of Fame Celebration

Wednesday, September 19th, 2012 - Jean Cleveland

Join us for a celebration of the Georgia Writers Hall of Fame in its new home. Thursday, September 27th Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries 300 S. Hull Street, Athens, GA Writers' Salon and Literary Discussion: 10 a.m. in Room 285 Featuring Coleman Barks, David Bottoms, Judith Ortiz Cofer, Melissa Fay Greene, Terry Kay, ...

Noted historian, author to deliver Peabody-Smithgall lecture

Wednesday, September 5th, 2012 - Jean Cleveland

The fourth annual Peabody-Smithgall Lecture, sponsored by the University of Georgia Peabody Awards, will be presented Sept. 17 at 4 p.m. in room 102 of the Miller Learning Center. Prize-winning historian Douglas Brinkley will address “The Media and Public Life.” His numerous books include The Reagan Diaries, The Unfinished Presidency: ...

Red & Black covers Main Library renovations

Wednesday, September 5th, 2012 - Jean Cleveland

The Red & Black dropped by the Main Library to see what changes are in store for students this fall after a renovation project. Read the Red and Black article. As noted in the article, 'Tween the Pages, the UGA food service outlet at the Main Library, has also undergone a transformation. ...

Special Collections Libraries to close for Labor Day

Monday, August 20th, 2012 - Jean Cleveland

  The Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries will be closed for Labor Day, Sept. 3.

Special Collections Libraries to close for home football games

Monday, August 20th, 2012 - Jean Cleveland

  The Richard B. Russell Building Special Collections Libraries will be closed for home football games. Those dates are Sept. 1, 15, 22 and 29; Nov. 3, 17 and 24.