Sasha Abramsky Chaos Comes Calling Friends of the University Library
Join the Friends of the University Library and author Sasha Abramsky for a Zoom lecture (with subtitles) this Thursday from 1-2 PM. Abramsky will discuss the current political moment via his recent works, "Chaos Comes Calling," and "American Carnage."
Register now: bit.ly4pHmUML
Friends of the University Library Book Bin Tue. Mar. 4 | Wed. Mar. 5 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Library Lower Level bit.ly/ULIBFriends
The Book Bin is open today and tomorrow!
Join our Friends of the University Library today, 3/4 and tomorrow, 3/5 from 10 AM to 3 PM in the Lower Level of the library building for the latest in gently used books, media, and more. All proceeds directly support the University Library.
This lecture will be offered via Zoom with subtitles, to request reasonable accommodations, please contact lib-events@csus.edu at least 5 days prior to the event.
Register: bit.ly/4pHmUML
Friends of the University Library Charles Martell Author Lecture Series Sasha Abramsky Thursday, March 12, 1-2 PM Register: bit.ly/4pHmUML
The Friends of the University Library welcome Sasha Abramsky on Thurs., March 12 from 1 - 2 p.m. Discussing his books, “American Carnage" and "Chaos Comes Calling,” Abramsky explains the current political moment and how the softening up of the civil service paves the way for authoritarianism.
March 2026 Tea Gatherings bit.ly/ULIBTea
Take a moment for yourself at the Sokiku Nakatani Tea Room. Tea gatherings are free and open to the public.
Individual reservations for March tea gatherings are now available on our website: bit.ly/ULIBTea.
OPEN TODAY Friends of the University Library Book Bin bit.ly/ULIBFriends
The Book Bin is back for 2026!
Join our Friends of the University Library today and tomorrow in the Lower Level and see what's new in gently used books, movies, art, and more. All proceeds directly benefit the University Library.
Charles Martell Author Lecture Series Evelyn McDonnell
Watch the Friends of the University Library's final author lecture of 2025 with Evelyn McDonnell and "The World According to Joan Didion." Available now on our website: csus.zoom.us/rec/play/38x...
Local Knowledge, Lasting Impact: Open Research Across the Region
Curious how research connects to real change in Sacramento?
Join us tomorrow at 4:30 PM in the Carlsen Center for a panel discussion and appetizers.
Lasting Impact for a conversation on collaboration, community, and open research.
Register: bit.ly/464Vpow
Hear how open, collaborative research drives real change in Sacramento.
Register: bit.ly/464Vpow
Local Knowledge, Lasting Impact: Open Research Panel
Big ideas. Local impact.
Join us next Tuesday, Nov 18 from 4:30–6:30 PM in the Carlsen Center for Local Knowledge, Lasting Impact — a live panel featuring:
- Valory Messier, Institute for Social Research
- Maurice Samuels, Sierra Health Foundation
- Carrie Rose, Sac K-16 Collaborative
Evelyn McDonnell, The World According to Joan Didion
Join the Friends of the University Library tomorrow at 1:00 PM for a Zoom lecture and discussion with Evelyn McDonnell, author of "The World According to Joan Didion."
Register: bit.ly/46nxCjQ
This presentation will be offered on Zoom (with subtitles), to request additional accommodations, please contact lib-events@csus.edu at least ten (10) days in advance.
bit.ly/46nxCjQ
Her book explores the life, craft and legacy of one of the most revered and influential writers—an artist who continues to inspire fans and creatives to cultivate practices of deep attention, rigorous interrogation, and beautiful style.
Friends of the University Library author lecture series: Evelyn McDonnell, The World According to Joan Didion
The Charles Martell Author Lecture Series continues on Thu., 11/13 at 1:00 PM with acclaimed journalist, critic, and professor Evelyn McDonnell, presenting her intimate and illuminating book The World According to Joan Didion.
The words “CREATE MAKE SHARE FAIRE” are prominently displayed in uppercase letters. The background is a vibrant orange color. There is multiple gear shapes in varying sizes scattered across the background.
Calling All Creators!
StingerStudio MakerSpace is thrilled to host their 4th Create, Make, Share Faire. This is a celebration of creativity across the Hornet Community.
🗓️ Date: November 12, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 Location: StingerStudio Makerspace
📝 Register now: bit.ly/4nWJuQ0
Jonathan D. Cohen, Losing Big: America's Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling Photo of author Jonathan D. Cohen
Don’t miss the kickoff of the 2025/2026 Charles Martell Author Lecture Series on Thursday, October 30 from 1–2 PM on Zoom. Jonathan D. Cohen will discuss Losing Big, his timely book on the rise of sports gambling and its public health impact.
Register to join us on Zoom: bit.ly/3VzLstl
Friends of the Library Charles Martell Author Lecture Series Losing Big: America's Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling
Join the Friends of the University Library on Thu, 10/30 at 1 PM on Zoom for a lecture with Jonathan D. Cohen, author of Losing Big: America's Reckless Bet on Sports Gambling.
This eye-opening talk kicks off the 25/26 Charles Martell Author Lecture Series.
Register: bit.ly/3VzLstl
Dark green field with orange and yellow dots and abstract, hexagonal shapes and text that reads: Introduction to Open Research Practices Date + Time: Tue., Oct. 21, 4:30-5:30 PM Presenter: Mary-Kate Finnegan csus.libguides.com/OpenResearch/Events Open Research Project Workshop Series
Have you registered for Tuesday's Open Research Workshop yet?
Join our librarians in an interactive workshop designed to help you identify open research tools and practical solutions for common research issues.
Register now: csus.libguides.com/OpenResearch...
Charles Martell Author Lecture Series 2025/2026
The Friends of the University Library are excited to announce their 2025/2026 Charles Martell Author Lecture Series:
FALL 2025
Thu, 10/30: Jonathan D. Cohen,
Thu, 11/13: Evelyn McDonnell
SPRING 2026:
Thu, 3/12: Sasha Abramsky
Thu, 4/16: Rodrigo Ojeda-Beck
More information: bit.ly/FOL-Auth
Close up of a chambray shirt pocket with a button on it. The button has a football field background and phrase on it reading, "Hive & Mighty." Celebrate Homecoming | Make a button pin and take a Makerbreak October 15th from 2-4 pm in the lobby of the University Library Brought to you by StingerStudio Makerspace
Show your spirit in style! Next week, take a quick break and swing by to make your own custom button pin for Homecoming—because nothing says game day pride like DIY flair
DATE: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
TIME: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (while supplies last)
LOCATION: University Library, 1st Floor Lobby
Course offerings in the inaugural academic year included “Women Cross-Culturally” (Anthropology), “Liberated Women Poets” (English), “Women in Politics in Contemporary America” (Government), “Female Sexuality” (Arts & Sciences), and “The Economics of Sex Roles” (Sociology), among others.
Women’s Studies flyer, 1971-1972, a hand drawn group portrait of women
Celebrating Archives Month!
Sacramento State officially began offering a Minor in Women's Studies in 1970, making it the first institution of higher education in the nation to offer such a degree. As the programs' popularity continued to rise, a Coordinated Major was added to the department in 1974.
Workshop 2: Practical Tools for Open Research Oct 21, 4:30-5:30PM Zoom
Open Research Workshop 2: Practical Tools for Open Research
This interactive workshop uses real-world scenarios to help you identify which open research tools actually solve your problems.
Register here: bit.ly/3VLLhLn
Entrance to the Donald & Beverly Gerth Special Collections & University Archives. A collage of images in front of the entrance include students walking up the south library entrance, two archivists standing in the reading room with 2 Herky heads, and an image of Herky leaning against a goal post. Text: Open House, Thursday, October 16 | 3-5PM, SCUA, University Library, 1st Floor South, bit.ly/ULIB-SCUA
Are you interested in Sac State History? Ever wonder what happens in Special Collections and University Archives?
Join us for an open house to learn more about our mission to collect, preserve, and provide access to the history of the Sacramento region and Sac State.
csus.libcal.com/event/15391168
Sacramento Archives Crawl 2025 poster
October is Archives Month! Join your friendly neighborhood Sac State Archives this weekend at the Sacramento Archives Crawl. SCUA will be tabling at the Sacramento Public Library. Come by and say “Hi!”
Date + Time: Sat. 10/4, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Where: Sacramento Central Public Library, 828 I Street
Image of the tea room, there is a scroll on the wall and a pink camellia in a bud vase on the floor.
October tea gatherings are now available on our website. Tea gatherings will be held next Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, sign up for a seat and take a moment to learn about Japanese tea culture.
More information on our website: bit.ly/ULIBTea
Dark green field with orange and yellow dots and abstract, hexagonal shapes and text that reads: Introduction to Open Research Practices Date + Time: Thu., Sept. 25, 4:30-5:30 PM Presenters: Alicia Zuniga, Melissa Cardenas-Dow csus.libguides.com/OpenResearch/Events Open Research Project Workshop Series
Have you registered for Thursday's Open Research Workshop yet?
Librarians Alicia Zuniga and Melissa Cardenas-Dow will introduce the principles and practices of open research and explore practical tips for getting started.
Register now: csus.libguides.com/OpenResearch...
Workshop 1: Introduction to Open Research Practices Sep 25, 4:30-5:30PM Zoom This workshop is designed to introduce you to the core principles and practices that define open research. Register here: http://bit.ly/4mjQXqX
Open Research Workshop 1: Introduction to Open Research Practices
This session introduces the principles and practices of open research, including FAIR data, open access publishing, and transparent methodologies.
Register: csus.libguides.com/OpenResearch...
Whether you share datasets, collaborate with communities, or make your work publicly accessible, you're already practicing Open Research. Our series helps you expand these practices strategically across any discipline.
csus.libguides.com/OpenResearch...
Fall Series Open Research Project Announcement of workshop series, one per month, September, October, and November. More information on our website: https://csus.libguides.com/OpenResearch.
Fall Series: Open Research Project
Our three-part series uses real-world scenarios to help you
identify which Open Research practices actually solve your
problems. You'll leave knowing exactly which tools to prioritize
and how the University Library can support your next steps.
