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Staff Picks

The Business of Sports

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

According to SBRnet, over 175 million fans viewed and/or attended at least one National Football League (NFL) game or event in 2024. Over 125 million viewed and/or attended a college football game.

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Bold, abstract geometric cover in orange, blue, and purple hues. Title: "Sport Tourism, Events and Sustainable Development Goals." Editors: Anukrati Sharma et al. Colorful book cover for "Accessibility in Sport Management" with abstract figures in dynamic poses. Authors listed below the title. Energetic and inviting tone. A woman athlete celebrates passionately on a field, holding her jersey in the air. The cover of a book titled "Sports Through the Lens" overlays the image.
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November Discover New Books…

Curated by: Noelle Nelson

Auraria Library purchases hundreds of books and ebooks every year. Check out some we've bought for the…

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Discover New Books

October Discover New Books…

Curated by: Noelle Nelson

Auraria Library purchases hundreds of books and ebooks every year. Check out some we've bought for the…

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Jacque Composanto

Collection Development Librarian

Curated: Solarpunk Futures

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Teresa McGinley

Collections Development Librarian

Curated: Illustrating Diverse Voices

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Kelsey Brett

Discovery Systems and Metadata Department Head

Curated: The Undocumented Student Experience

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Katy DiVittorio

Collection Development and Strategies Department Head

Curated: The Undocumented Student Experience

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Jan 2021
Infinite Hope: A Black Artist's Journey From World War II to Peace Making History Jewish A Dark History of Tea

Look Back in Time

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Infinite Hope: A Black Artist's Journey From World War II to Peace

Look Back in Time | Jan 2021

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

See ancient architecture, study roman battle formations and read the stories of revolutionary people in our January Discover New books!

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Dec 2020
From Aardvarks to Zooxanthellae Hosts and Guests: Poems House of Sugar, House of Stone

Pressing Pause with Poetry

Curated by: Laney Jones, Indiana Mezta

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From Aardvarks to Zooxanthellae

Pressing Pause with Poetry | Dec 2020

Curated by: Laney Jones, Indiana Mezta

Escape the chaos of 2020 with "Pressing Pause with Poetry." Amid a year of unprecedented events, explore the world of poetry through online resources

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Dec 2020
How to Write a BA Thesis Write No Matter What: Advice for Academics Learning by Heart

Learning Techniques

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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How to Write a BA Thesis

Learning Techniques | Dec 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Ready for finals? Here are some resources on studying and learning techniques from our Discover New Books that can help you go the extra mile! 

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Nov 2020
Notes from the Internet Apocalypse The Big Red Book of Modern Chinese literature Cultured

Variety of Books

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Notes from the Internet Apocalypse

Variety of Books | Nov 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Take a break from your textbooks and essays to discover books about a variety of topics from our Fun Reads picks for this month!

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Nov 2020
Data Versus Democracy Weapons of Math Destruction Algorithms of Oppression

Algorithmic Bias

Curated by: Eric Baker, Indiana Mezta, Matthew Mariner

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Data Versus Democracy

Algorithmic Bias | Nov 2020

Curated by: Eric Baker, Indiana Mezta, Matthew Mariner

Uncover the biases in seemingly objective algorithms like Google search. Staff picks at Auraria Library delve into the societal impact and potential harms

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Oct 2020
The Politics of Voter Suppression Voting the Gender Gap The Hidden History of the War on Voting

Voting and Civic Engagement

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

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The Politics of Voter Suppression

Voting and Civic Engagement | Oct 2020

Curated by: Kelly A. McCusker

Civic engagement means working to make a difference in the civic life of our communities and developing the combination of knowledge, skills, values,

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Oct 2020
Barack and Joe Revolutionary : George Washington at War The Matriarch

American Politics and…

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Barack and Joe

American Politics and Government | Oct 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Take a look into the lives of politicians and the workings of the American government with our Fun Reads books for this month! 

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Sep 2020
Después del Invierno Leaving Tabasco El Doble

Hispanic Heritage Month 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Después del Invierno

Hispanic Heritage Month 2020 | Sep 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sep 15 - Oct 15) by honoring the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans with roots in Spain, Mexico,

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Sep 2020
Ninja Plants Where the Water Goes The Earth in Her Hands

Exploring Nature

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Ninja Plants

Exploring Nature | Sep 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Surround yourself with gorgeous greenery without even going outside with books about plants and the environment from our August Discover New picks!

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Sep 2020
Malcolm X: A Biography A Duty to Resist To Shape a New World

Protest Movements

Curated by: Shea Swauger, Gayle Bradbeer

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Malcolm X: A Biography

Protest Movements | Sep 2020

Curated by: Shea Swauger, Gayle Bradbeer

Protest movements in the US are behind some of the most significant social, political, and legal changes since the country was founded.

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Aug 2020
Whose Streets? Do Not Resist Chokehold : Policing Black Men

Police and Criminal Justice…

Curated by: Lorelle Gianelli, Kelly A. McCusker, Orlando Archibeque

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Whose Streets?

Police and Criminal Justice Reform | Aug 2020

Curated by: Lorelle Gianelli, Kelly A. McCusker, Orlando Archibeque

How racism impacts the U.S., this month we are highlighting materials about the U.S. criminal justice system, and in particular police violence, mass

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Jun 2020
How to Be an Antiracist Color of Law Stamped from the Beginning

Anti-Racism Resource…

Curated by: Lorelle Gianelli

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How to Be an Antiracist

Anti-Racism Resource Highlights | Jun 2020

Curated by: Lorelle Gianelli

Auraria Library is proud to state that we have always provided resources on the history and impact of racism in our country.

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Jun 2020
Terrorizing Gender Criminal Love? Queer Social Work

Pride Month 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

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Terrorizing Gender

Pride Month 2020 | Jun 2020

Curated by: Indiana Mezta

Celebrate Pride Month 2020 with books about gender, sexuality, and more! 

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May 2020
Bicycle Thieves Bicycle Design Bicycling for Transportation

Bicycles!

Curated by: Eric Baker, Indiana Mezta

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Bicycle Thieves

Bicycles! | May 2020

Curated by: Eric Baker, Indiana Mezta

Celebrate National Bicycle Month by enjoying solo bike rides or exploring information about bikes. Discover resources for both activities!

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Apr 2020
Claude Monet: Fields in Spring The Thinking Space The Private Lives of the Impressionists

Impressionism

Curated by: Callie Cherry, Indiana Mezta

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Claude Monet: Fields in Spring

Impressionism | Apr 2020

Curated by: Callie Cherry, Indiana Mezta

Explore the transformative Impressionist art movement. From nature to dance, delve into their impact on how we perceive colors, fashion, and more.

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