The Fisher-Watkins Library book displays are a means of highlighting
special events and topics by focusing on the books and materials
available within the library’s collection.
Black History Month
Americans have celebrated Black History Month since 1926 when Dr. Carter G.
Woodson decided to take on the challenge of writing black Americans into
the nation's history. He launched Negro History Week as an initiative to
bring national attention to the contributions of black people throughout
American history, and chose the second week of February because it marks
the birthdays of two men who greatly influenced the black American population,
Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. To celebrate, the library is featuring
the history, culture and achievements of Black Americans during the month
of February. Books from the library collection were selected to highlight
the many resources offered to the Cushing community on such topics as the
history of slavery, the Harlem Renaissance, and the Civil Rights Movement.
Cinese New Year Just outside classroom 3 in the library, or
as it has been known in the past – the International Room – is
a display designed to honor the Chinese New Year 4017. Happy New
Year – Year of the Green Monkey is the inspiration for the
display of art, history, travel, and literature books on China
and its people. To enhance the display, an explanation of the ancient
art of papercutting, and the ten traditional New Year wishes for
good luck are featured to give us a better understanding of the
traditions of this important holiday in Chinese culture.
Wishes for the Year 2004 give theme to the display at the library
entrance. Books on health, well-being, finance, and change have
been selected from the collection to highlight the many resolutions
that are made for the new year. Looking for a good starting point
to fulfill those resolutions? Come to the library and check out
the many books designed to assist, support and teach, and get on
your way to a successful New Year.
A Century of Cushing Sports
1904-2004 is the subject of the archival display in the newly-constructed display
case located just outside of the library entrance. Pictures, newspapers,
literary journals and artifacts were gathered from the archival collection
for the first display in the new cases skillfully crafted by Jon Haley from
the maintenance department. The oak-framed displays were designed to replace
the old painted cabinets and are a beautiful accent to the main building.
Look for future archival displays for information and entertainment about
the Academy’s history and legacy.
