This week we will be highlighting Collection 69, American Association of University Women (AAUW), Lafayette, LA Branch Records.
The purpose of the AAUW was to unite alumnae of different institutions of higher education to advance the economic, political, and educational opportunities for women.
Today we will be highlighting various Louisiana waterway resources that can be found in the Jefferson Caffery Reading Room, in Special Collections.
Did you know that a third of Louisiana is made up of water? Because water is such a prominent resource in our state, it is important to keep documentation of various changes that have been made throughout the years.
Here are just a few of the various items that can be found relating to the different ways water impacts our state.
Today we are highlighting Collection 153, The Billeaud Sugar Mill Collection.
The Billeaud Sugar Mill was built in Broussard, Louisiana by Martial Billeaud in 1872. The factory was located where present-day Walmart (in Broussard) and St. Julien Park are today.
Today we will be showcasing Collection 204, Marie J. Mamalakis “Mario” Papers.
Ms. Mamalakis attended Southwestern Louisiana Institute, graduating with a degree in English in 1933. From 1934 to 1940, she taught public school in St. Landry Parish. In 1941, she entered Louisiana State University for graduate work, and upon earning her master’s degree in library science, she returned to Lafayette as head of the circulation department at Edith Garland Dupré Library at SLI.
Today we are spotlighting the documentary film, Iron Sharpens Iron.
The movie captures the community of Ironton’s struggles against racism, industrial encroachment, and extreme weather.
Join Dupré Library for a film screening, followed by a discussion led by C.E. Richard, Flora Levy/BORSF Professor of English, at UL Lafayette on Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 5:30 p.m., in Room 221 of Dupré Library.
Registration required. We hope to see you there!
Today we are highlighting Collection 165, Marie Theard Manuscript Collection.
Marie Theard was a Louisiana resident who had a passion for local music including both French and Creole music. This collection is made up of 95 songs. The songs are broken down into 6 parts; patriotic songs, songs often found in French collections, songs not generally included in French collections but heard in Louisiana, Acadian songs, Creole songs, and hymns and Christmas songs.
Today, we are highlighting local anniversaries, including the 20-year anniversary of our Cajun & Creole Music Collection.
Created in 2003, the multi-media Cajun and Creole Music Collection has grown to include over 10,000 recordings of Louisiana sounds & rhythms, plus other music-related archival artifacts and collections. Join us in celebrating 20 years of services and support to preserve and promote the history, influences, and development of our unique musical cultures.
Today we are highlighting Collection 379, the Gerald J. Hubbell Collection.
Today we are highlighting our U.S. Government Information section here in Special Collections, as well as, showcasing the University’s upcoming celebrations in honor of Constitution Day.
Constitution Day commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787. UL Lafayette and the Dupré library will be celebrating Constitution Day, Monday Sept. 18, 2023. The schedule of events are as follows:
Today we are highlighting Collection 500, Walter C. Holmes Collection.
Dr. Holmes was born in New Orleans and grew up in LaPlace, La. He received a bachelor’s degree from Louisiana Tech University and his doctorate from Mississippi State University, both in botany. After receiving his bachelor’s, he served in the United States Naval Air Force as a pilot.
