If you've watched "The Big Bang Theory" on television, you're probably wondering what our real physicists do.

Come to the Learning Commons @ Perry Library to view an exhibit of the current research of ODU Physics faculty as part of our Spotlight on Scholarship series. Their research programs are diverse and include theoretical and experimental work in nuclear and particle physics, atomic, molecular and optical physics, materials science, solid state physics, plasma physics, accelerator physics, and geophysics. ODU physicists work in labs on and around the Norfolk campus in addition to the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (TJNAF) and the NASA Langley Research Center on the peninsula.

In addition to the scholarship exhibit, two display cases feature demonstrations of lasers and magnets. The exhitit will be available through December 15. More information at: http://www.lib.odu.edu/exhibits/spotlight/fall2012/index.htm

For the fall 2012 semester, the old Dominion University Libraries will shine a spotlight on the research of the Department of Physics. Their research programs are diverse and include theoretical and experimental work in nuclear and particle physics, atomic, molecular and optical physics, materials science, solid state physics, plasma physics, accelerator physics, and geophysics. Old Dominion University physicists work in labs on and around the Norfolk campus in addition to the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (TJNAF) and the NASA Langley Research Center on the peninsula.

An exhibit in the Learning Commons @ Perry Library from November 5 through December 14 will feature statements of current research as well as selected journal articles and books.

At a reception on Thursday, November 15 from 3:00-5:00pm in the Learning Commons Conference Room, Room 1310, faculty will discuss some of their recent work. If you'd like to come, contact Fern McDougal fmcdouga@odu.edu More information at: http://www.lib.odu.edu/exhibits/spotlight/fall2012/index.htm

For more information, contact Karen Vaughan kvaughan@odu.edu

Come see the new exhibit at the Hofheimer Art Library: Charmingly Grotesque.

When considering the word “grotesque”, it is easy to get caught up in only the negative connotation it infers. The images created by the artists in this exhibit, however, manage to visually illustrate the wide expanse of the word’s definitions. By using a mixture of fantastical creatures, distorted humans, and dreamlike surroundings, the artists manage to create whimsical narratives that skirt on the edge of macabre while remaining delightfully pleasant to view. As a result, the works act as an interesting commentary on human nature’s tendency towards the dark and unknown.

In honor of Halloween, take a moment to enjoy the images featured in this display and discover what the word “grotesque” means to you. Happy Halloween!

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Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. It highlights the value of free and open access to information and brings together the entire book community -- librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types -- in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular.

Come to the Perry Library lobby to discover which of your childhood favorites and grown-up classics have been banned or challenged at some point in history. The exhibit, which also features posters from students in English 395: Banned Books, will be available through October 22.

Visit these Web sites for more information about banned books:
    http://www.ala.org/advocacy/banned/bannedbooksweek
    http://www.aclu.org/free-speech/print-censorship-banned-books-week
    http://books.google.com/googlebooks/banned/

For more information, contact Edison Simmons esimmons@odu.edu or Amy Wilkins awilkins@odu.edu

Be sure to come to the Learning Commons@Perry Library today (Tuesday, October 2nd) to hear Patrick Rosal, one of the authors of this year's Annual Literary Festival. He is the author of three full-length poetry collections and will read from his works at 2:30 pm in the front east side of the Learning Commons.

The Literary Festival runs from September 30 through October 5, 2012.

In the Learning Commons you'll also find an exhibit featuring information about and books by the featured authors of the Festival, “Words with Teeth.” Come to the first floor Learning Commons @ Perry Library to view the month-long exhibit.

See the schedule for all events at http://www.lib.odu.edu/litfest/35th. On that site, you'll also find a digital archive of the Literary Festival back to 1978.

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

The Student Success Center interviewed several of ODU's Hispanic and Latino students, faculty and staff to find out how they feel about "success." Find out for yourself by viewing an exhibit in the Learning Commons @ Perry Library that celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. The exhibit will be available through October 31.

Contact Marissa Jimenez mjimenez@odu.edu for more information.

The University Libraries is welcoming students back with an exhibit celebrating Big Blue. Step into the Learning Commons @ Perry Library where you’ll be able to view the many faces of Big Blue from the 1970s til now. The exhibit features photos from the University Archives and Athletics Department and borrows from a recent article by Steve Daniel, ODU Public Relations Director. The exhibit was created by Teresa Statler-Keener. Contact Teresa tstatler@odu.edu with questions or comments.

You may also view a Web exhibit.

Did you know ODU had a Tree Trail? It's new! ODU’s “Tree Trail” provides an occasion to learn about thirty of the different varieties of trees on campus. Beginning at the Kaplan Orchid Conservatory, the trail meanders along the notable Quarantine Road and behind Webb Center, passes around the Engineering and Computational Sciences building and then around the pond of the Oceanography and Physics Buildings. Signage for each tree indicates common and scientific names and a brief description.

The ODU Libraries is recognizing and promoting the Tree Trail with an exhibit in the Learning Commons featuring photos, books, and some greenery. Come see the exhibit which runs through August 22 -- and be sure to walk the trail! A Website which complements the exhibit is also available.

Did you know ODU had a Tree Trail? It's new! ODU’s “Tree Trail” provides an occasion to learn about thirty of the different varieties of trees on campus. Beginning at the Kaplan Orchid Conservatory, the trail meanders along the notable Quarantine Road and behind Webb Center, passes around the Engineering and Computational Sciences building and then around the pond of the Oceanography and Physics Buildings. Signage for each tree indicates common and scientific names and a brief description.

The ODU Libraries is recognizing and promoting the Tree Trail with an exhibit in the Learning Commons featuring photos, books, and some greenery. Come see the exhibit which runs through August 22 -- and be sure to walk the trail! A Website which complements the exhibit is also available.

And... Join the staff of the University Libraries for an informative talk and tour of ODU’s Tree Trail on Monday, August 6, 2012, 9:30 – 11:00am, in the Library Instruction Room 1306. Chad Peevy, ODU Grounds Department Supervisor, and Ed and Linda Bradley, local Master Gardeners, will talk briefly about campus trees, how the Tree Trail came about, and what things to look for when identifying trees. After that, we’ll have a walking tour of the Tree Trail.