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Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 6d

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

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

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 7d

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.

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 7d

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.

Women’s Studies flyer, 1971-1972, a hand drawn group portrait of women

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Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 7d

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

Workshop 2: Practical Tools for Open Research
Oct 21, 4:30-5:30PM Zoom

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 9d

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

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

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Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 13d

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

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Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 15d

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

Image of the tea room, there is a scroll on the wall and a pink camellia in a bud vase on the floor.

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 22d

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...

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

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 26d

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...

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

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 27d

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...

Research Guides: Open Research at Sac State: Events

This guide supports the Sac State Open Research Project, a campus initiative promoting open science, open data, and open access publishing practices.

csus.libguides.com

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 27d

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.

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.

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Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 28d

MakerBreak is happening TODAY!
Swing by the University Library Lobby between 2–4 PM to Lobby to recharge, watch a live 3D print in action, and discover what StingerStudio Makerspace has to offer!

Words on green background with outlines of flathead screwdrivers: MakerBreak

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Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 28d

Open this week: Friends of the University Library Book Bin
Join our Friends in the Book Bin, located in the Lower Level of the library building, today and tomorrow (9/17 & 9/18) from 10 AM to 3 PM for the best in gently used books, movies, and more. All proceeds directly support the library.

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · 28d

NEW EXHIBIT: Stories from La Gente
Now open at SCUA (Located in the Library Breezeway)
Explore Chicana/o oral histories from Sacramento’s civil rights movement (1965–1980).

Protest. Art. Education. Community.
Presented in English & Spanish. #ChicanoHistory #SacramentoState #SCUA

Cover of 1974-5 Chicano Studies brochure and catalog, featuring artwork by Armando Cid, Ethnic Studies Center, 1974-1975, University Archives. Department of Ethnic Studies records.

A photo emerges from a torn green and red background. The black and white photo is a group of young Chicanos including Cesar Chavez (front row, third from left) and other notable activists.
Text: The Sacramento Movimiento Chicano and Mexican American Oral History Project, Stories from La Gente.

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Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 11

Call for Applications!
The Japanese American Archival Collection Undergraduate Research Travel Grant (JAAC URTG) provides two fellowships of up to $3,000.00 for individuals to conduct onsite research in our Special Collections & University Archives. More information on out website: bit.ly/JAACRFP

Japanese American Archival Collection Undergraduate Research Travel Grant | Sac State Library

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Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 10

Swing by the University Library Lobby next Wednesday to recharge, watch a live 3D print in action, and discover what StingerStudio Makerspace has to offer. 🐝💡
DATE: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
TIME: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
LOCATION: The University Library Lobby

A promotional poster for StingerStudio Makerspace’s “Makerbreak” event featuring a 3D print demo. The text reads: “Check out our 3D print demo and take a Makerbreak” in dark green and white fonts, on a light brownish green background. Event details are listed on the bottom of the poster as “September 17th from 2-4 PM in the lobby of the university library.” It also states, “Brought to you by StingerStudio Makerspace,” with a star icon next to it.

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 9

Reservations are now available for September tea gatherings at the Sokiku Nakatani Tea Room & Garden. Join us and learn about Japanese Tea culture, see a demonstration of a tea gathering, and taste a bowl of tea. Tea gatherings are free and open to the public. Reserve your seat now: bit.ly/ULIBTea

Photo of Sokiku Nakatani Tea Room
Text: September 2025 Tea Gatherings, Individual Reservations Now Available, September: Monday, 9/22 12-1:15 PM, 3-4:15 PM; Tuesday, 9/23 10-11:15AM, 12-1:15 PM
Reserve your seat

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Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 5

Calling all researchers! The UC Carpentries series is open to faculty, grad students, and higher-level staff looking to build and improve data skills. The series runs 9/15 – 9/25. Attend online or learn in community in the Data | Tech Lab. More on our website: library.csus.edu/spotlight-an...

Light blue images on a navy background, items inside hexagonal cells, including a brain, globe, gears, and geometrical shapes.

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 5

📣 WE'RE BACK!
CREATE | MAKE | INNOVATE at StingerStudio Makerspace
Join us starting 9/8 for hands-on workshops, creative projects, and innovation at its finest; all FREE with your OneCard!
Register now at library.csus.edu/makerspace
Let’s build, design, and explore together! ✨

A promotional graphic for StingerStudio Makerspace. The top of the poster reads "CREATE | MAKE | INNOVATE at StingerStudio Makerspace." Below this, in large green letters, it says "WE'RE BACK." Underneath is a piece of torn paper with "SEPT 8" written on it and an orange arrow pointing to it. The bottom text reads "REGISTER FOR WORKSHOPS FOR FREE WITH YOUR ONECARD" followed by the URL "library.csus.edu/makerspace."

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 3

NOW OPEN: Friends of the University Library Book Bin
The Book Bin returns for the fall semester. Join our Friends in the Lower Level of the library today and tomorrow (9/3 & 9/4) from 10 AM to 3 PM for the best in gently used books, movies, and more. All proceeds directly support the library.

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · Aug 29

Fix-It Fridays are back!
Current students and employees are invited to Fix-It Fridays. We can help with garment mending, soldering, small wire fixing, and much more.
Bring the item along with your physical OneCard to StingerStudio today and let’s fix it together!

Words on green background: Fix-It Friday at StingerStudio

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · Aug 26

It's almost time for Fix-It Friday at StingerStudio!
Save your favorite items and learn how to repair them with our knowledgeable staff. We'll help with mending, soldering, small wire fixes, and more. Bring the item and your physical OneCard to StingerStudio on Friday and let’s fix it together!

Five second promotional video/gif for “Fix-It Friday” at StingerStudio. The background is a solid dark yellow. At the top, dates and the time for the event are listed in black text: “August 29th, September 26th, and October 31st from 9-5PM.” Centered below is the event title “Fix -It Friday” in black letters outlined in white. Above the words “Fix-It,” there is a graphic of a green wrench that has a spinning animation. Beneath the title, the text says “at StingerStudio” in black letters outlined in white. At the bottom of the poster, a black lettered message reads “SAVE YOUR STUFF FROM THE LANDFILL.” Below that, the text says “USE OUR TOOLS AND BRAINS. FIX YOUR STUFF.”

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · Jul 15

We are pleased to announce our 2025 Japanese American Archival Collection Undergraduate Research Travel Grant awardees:
Nathaniel Jeffords, Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Latasha Neal, California State University, Monterey Bay
Learn more about this program on our website: bit.ly/JAACRFP.

A diamond in alternating shades of green. Text: 2025 JAAC Undergraduate Research Travel Grant Awardees, Nathaniel Jeffords - From Fields to Archives: Preserving the Stories of Japanese American Families
Latasha Neal - Finding Harmony: Music and Identity in the Issei, Nisei and Beyond

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · Jun 18

In honor of the Juneteenth holiday, the University Library will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025. We will reopen on Friday at 8:00 AM. We invite you to revisit last year’s Juneteenth Symposium held in Sacramento: bit.ly/ULIB-619Symp

Image of a cartoon sunflower with yellow, green, and red petals on a black background. White text reads, "Happy Juneteenth from the University Library."

Sacramento State University Library @sacstatelibrary.bsky.social · Jun 18

On June 18, 1984, then-Sacramento Mayor Anne Rudin declared Frank Fat Day, in honor of Chinese immigrant and local business entrepreneur Frank Fat. The University Library’s Special Collections and University Archives is home to the Frank Fat collection. Learn more: library.csus.edu/spotlight-an...

Frank Fat Day | Sac State Library

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