Library Exhibits

"American Justice from Immigrants’ Eyes" Exhibit (Spring 2007)
The library is currently hosting a traveling exhibit of photographs called “American Justice from Immigrants' Eyes.” This thought-provoking exhibit displays black and white photographs that photojournalist Steven Rubin took inside Department of Homeland Security’s Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities. Steven Rubin comments, “[t]hese photographs, part of an ongoing documentary project, offer a rare view inside the agency, revealing part of its secret world. The images show places rarely photographed, reveal voices seldom heard and conditions scarcely seen. The work highlights those in detention, documents detention’s impact on family members, focuses on compelling stories of injustice and begins to convey some of the horrific, even un-American truths about immigrant detention.” This exhibit is located at the library's 2nd floor entrance and is on loan through mid-February.

Day in the Life Exhibit (July 2007)
During this year’s National Library Week, the American Association of Law Libraries held a contest highlighting photographs depicting a day in the life of law librarians as mentors, teachers, and information managers. For the second year in a row, photos submitted by the Seattle University Law Library won awards. Jane Hutchins (3L) created a follow-up “A Day in the Life” display. Located on the second floor of the Library, this exhibit featured an assortment of photos that capture the essence of law librarianship.

National Library Week Libraries through Time Exhibit (April 2007)
Two exhibit cases featured informative displays on the history of libraries through time and the Library of Congress. This exhibit was created by former law student Katie Brown and updated by library staff member Donna Turner. It was located on the 2nd floor of the Library.

National Library Week Read Poster Exhibit (April 2007)
The highlight of the National Library Week festivities was the Library’s third annual display of celebrity “Read” posters featuring law school faculty. The posters pictured spotlighting Associate Dean Annette Clark, Assistant Dean Carol Cochran, Clinic Director Paul Holland and Professor Rafael Pardo and showcased books that hold special significance to them. It was located on the 2nd floor of the Library.

Indian Law Exhibit (Fall 2006)
The Indian Law exhibit is an introduction to the specialty field of Indian law. Indian law is a body of law about the status of Indian tribes and their special relationship with the government, and how the law has evolved over time. Some topics covered include the Cherokee cases, the relocation policies of the 19th century, and self determination in the 20th century. Indian law will be bar tested in Washington State starting in 2007. The Indian law exhibit is located in the Dolliver Reading Room on the 4th floor of the library. It was created by Library Interns Jessica De Perio (Class of 2006) and Jane Griffin (2L) in consultation with Librarian Kelly Kunsch.

Children’s Book Week Exhibit (November 2006)
The Children’s Book Week exhibit consisted of each library staff member’s favorite children’s book as well as comments about their selections and little known facts about the authors. The Children’s Book Week exhibit was located on the 2nd floor of the Library and was created by library staff member Donna Turner, in collaboration with librarians Bob Menanteaux and Kara Phillips.

United States Constitution Day Exhibit (September 2006)
Located on the 2nd floor of the Law Library, this exhibit featured how our school and other institutions are observing Constitution Day and highlights the history and significance of our Constitution. This exhibit was created by Jessica De Perio (Class of 2006) and updated by Assistant Library Circulation Supervisor, Charity Braceros.

Banned Books Week Exhibit (September 2006)
Located on the second floor of the Library, the exhibit featured authors that have been recently challenged or banned, along with excerpts from some of the authors regarding their thoughts and perspectives on book banning and censorship. Our Banned Books Week exhibit was designed and created by Jessica De Perio (Class of 2006) and Katie Brown (Class of 2005) and updated by Assistant Library Circulation Supervisor, Charity Braceros.

Study Aids Exhibit (Fall 2006)
Our Study Aids exhibit helped familiarize our incoming 1Ls with the supplemental learning materials available in our library and at the bookstore. Although this showcase served as an introduction to incoming students, we still emphasized that study aids should not be used to replace reading for class or class attendance. This exhibit was put together by Jane Griffin (2L) in consultation with librarian Kara Phillips. It was located in the 2nd floor flat display case.

Do’s and Don’ts of the Library (Fall 2006)
Our “Do’s and Don’ts of the Library” exhibit showcased the layout of the library, while quickly informing faculty and students of our expansive collection, reference services, and policies. This exhibit was put together by Jane Griffin (2L) in consultation with librarian Kara Phillips. It was located in the 2nd floor flat display case.

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