The Library at the Center for Graduate Studies of Asheville

Today, the summer solstice marks the longest day of the year. The sun is at it's northernmost point today, and as a result we're getting 14.35 hours of sunlight in Asheville! In relationship to the sun in its highest point, the moon will be at at its lowest point in order to give us a cool sight:  This year, the summer solstice coincides with a full moon for the first time since 1948. Tonight, the sun will linger long enough for us to see the sun and a FULL moon in the sky together.  It may be worth your while to turn your eyes westward for sunset (8:49 pm in Asheville) and moonrise (8:55 pm in Asheville) to witness this once in a lifetime night sky. You can also watch a live webcast from the online Slooh Community Observatory. Traditionally, June's full moon is known as the Full Strawberry Moon, signifying that the time is 'ripe' to pick berries. Later, notice that the moon is more amber in color as its beams must shine through denser, more humid summe

It's (almost officially) Summer!   Summer sparks images of travel, mountain hikes, river floats, cookouts, and lazy hangs with your crew listening to that classic jam Summertime by Will Smith & Jazzy Jeff feeling like this: No? Well, um, ok. Guess that last bit is only some of us I suppose...carry on... If you're a graduate student, though, summer may be looking like nothing but attending class and studying for you.  Here are a few quick summer school tips to make summer school worthwhile and, hopefully, inspire.  Keep yourself motivated and engaged with school.  Immerse yourself in what you are studying. Consider creating a study group with your classmates. A study group will not only help keep you accountable, but it is also a support system for your summer time woes i.e. it can help to remind you you're not the only one working through summer. It just may turn school work into fun, too.  Study outside!   If you are m

Welcome back, Lenoir-Rhyne Asheville!   Make an appointment with a librarian today - before your assignment is due! We can help you: Find scholarly/academic articles, e-books, and more at library.lr.edu Find leisurely articles, ebooks, videos, etc. too! Request print books and other resources through InterLibrary Loan Select and start on a research topic Employ APA/MLA/Chicago/AP format correctly  Finish your cookies Polish off your sandwich AND MORE For the Summer semester, you can find us in our office from 3 pm - 9pm (Sarah on Mondays & Tuesdays; Allison on Wednesdays & Thursdays). Feel free to call us, email us, or chat any time! More info at  libguides.lr.edu/ashevillelibrary