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Month: May 2019

  • May 29, 2019May 29, 2019

Congratulations, Courtney!

Courtney Asztalos, our collaborator and curator of the Plastics Collection, was highlighted by Fine Books & Collections in their Bright Young Librarians series.  Learn more about Courtney’s background, her role as curator and her vision for the Plastics Collection by reading the interview posted on the Fine Books & Collections website.  Congratulations, Courtney!!

  • May 1, 2019May 29, 2019

May 2019 Artifact of the Month

This graphic shows a microwave popcorn popper and Raman spectra of its lid and bowl.

Visit the Plastics Collection website to see additional pictures of this and other artifacts.

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