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All campuses of Durham Tech, including the libraries, will be closed this year for Veteran's Day, Fri., Nov. 10. Durham Tech's Veterans Services helps our veteran students succeed with support from GI Bill benefits. For questions about available resources, reach out to Demitrius Bullock, Durham Tech's Veterans Services Coordinator. Originally celebrated as Armistice Day after World War I, the first official Veteran's Day was in 1954, designated to remember and honor American veterans after large
Despite the weirdness of the first two weeks of the semester with weather and unexpected power/data outages, we've made it to week three. Congrats! Why not reward yourself with a little midweek Crafternoon once a month? This semester, we'll be learning a few new crafts and leveraging the talents, skills, and resources of our on-campus partners. As usual, all supplies will be provided for Durham Tech students, faculty, and staff. One new thing this semester: We love that we've had so many folks
Just a reminder that Durham Tech, including the Library, will be closed for Thanksgiving Break on Thursday and Friday, November 23 and 24. We'll see you again on Monday, November 27 for the final push towards the end of the semester. Many of us will be seeing our families (blood or chosen) for this short Thanksgiving break or sometime over the next month of various food holidays, and while we love them, sometimes it's nice to have a little break. If you're looking to stretch, explore, or adapt
To ask about the availability of resources or verify current hours, email the Library (library@durhamtech.edu) or call 919-536-7211 x1631. Students should show a photo ID (preferably your student ID) at the check-in desk to use the Durham Tech Library. Guests must show a photo ID to be signed in at the check-in desk. Face coverings over the nose and mouth are no longer required while on campus as of May 24, 2021. You may still choose to wear one. We especially encourage those who have not yet
New semester, new upcoming Crafternoons! We're reaching back to some old favorites from Crafternoons past for the Spring 2022 semester, so join us at either the Main Campus or Orange County Campus to create something awesome! No prior experience or expertise necessary-- all supplies and instructions will be provided at the event! Click through to find out more info about our Spring 2022 Crafternoons in February, March, and April! Stab some fibers with us for wool felting in February! Two chances
Congrats to our raffle and drawing winners! The SNACK to School Virtual Scavenger Hunt winners were Abigail, Catherine, Melak, Arsheen, and Lila. Winners could choose between one of five snack and swag gift baskets--same swag, different baskets. Fall Fest drawing winners are Logan, Darnette, Valarie, Lydia, Rui, Sue, Leslie, and Elle. Winners can choose between a limited edition Durham Tech Library aluminum water bottle or 2-pocket fanny pack. Check your email if you think one of these folks is
April 22, 2022 is Earth Day 2022. This year’s theme is Invest in our Planet, which means " We need to act (boldly), innovate (broadly), and implement (equitably). It’s going to take all of us. All in. Businesses, governments, and citizens — everyone accounted for, and everyone accountable. A partnership for the planet." Durham Tech is incorporating green goals within its 2021-2026 Strategic Plan – Pathways to Institutional Excellence by prioritizing the creation of green and sustainable campuses
There were several untrue news stories circulating on social media during the recent U.S. presidential election. It's important to determine whether stories and news sources are reliable and accurate. Librarians at Northern Essex Community College Library in Massachusetts created and shared this useful resource guide: http://necc.mass.libguides.com/ fakenewsvsrealnews/ fakenews [caption id="attachment_2672" align="alignright" width="630"] Fake News Story Infographic, published by The Huffington
Wait. Why would you celebrate banning books? It's actually the opposite. Banned Books Week draws attention to books that have been challenged for removal in library and school collections and draws attention to historical banning or removal of texts. Celebrating Banned Books Week reminds us of the power of words. Click through to read more about Banned Books Week, including the books that were most frequently challenged in 2020. Removing a book from the collection due to inaccuracies, age, or
The Library and Student Government Association are pleased to host a Constitution Day event on Monday as part of Durham Reads Together. Event Details: Mon. Sept. 18, 2017 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Constitution Day Read-in with students, faculty, administration, and staff. Pick up a free copy of the US Constitution, register to vote, color at the craft table, win cupcakes at our trivia contest, and learn about the Constitution on the Main Campus plaza. Our rain location is the ERC Auditorium in Building