Are you busy? Too busy to write and send a postcard? Would you like to learn how to send a no-hassle, no-cost postcard while learning the history of postcards?
In this session, participants will view Lehigh's vintage postcard collection, identify various postcard formats and handwriting styles, and transcribe handwritten messages. They will also learn how to find more information about the locations, senders and recipients of postcards by using Lehigh Library resources such as Ancestry.com, Historical Newspapers, the Brown and White, Alumni Directories...
You should join us if you are too busy to call home and would like to make family and friends happier than ever by sending a customized Lehigh postcard!
Pre-Halloween candy will be served...
Hosted by: Lehigh University Libraries, NavigateLU Administration
Additional Information can be found at: https://lehigh.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10535317
Do you think video games carry a deeper message? Participants of this workshop will learn how to analyze all forms of media with a critical eye, and learn useful language strategies for writing or speaking about topics such as video games, social media, advertisements, and more. Participants of this workshop will walk away with a toolkit for analyzing media and presenting it academically.
Hosted by: International Center for Academic and Professional English (ICAPE)
Online Location: https://lehigh.zoom.us/j/99868225478?pwd=ntY2rbMEaHdXFxtOofVeANzdqwIxZd.1
Additional Information can be found at: https://lehigh.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10244613
Does anyone write in cursive anymore? Can anyone read your handwriting? What about handwritten documents from hundreds of years ago? In this 5x10 students will learn about the intersections between alphabets, languages, cultures, and scripts. We will analyze unique manuscripts written from the Middle Ages to the Modern period in languages including Latin, English, and Arabic. We will demonstrate how to transcribe sections of text in unfamiliar scripts and languages and attempt to translate the text to decode its meaning. Learn how to adapt to challenging and unfamiliar forms of communication. This session will provide an opportunity to interact with centuries-old material and learn about the rare and historical material available through the Lehigh Libraries Special Collections.
Hosted by: NavigateLU Administration
Additional Information can be found at: https://lehigh.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10535308
Join us for an exhilarating evening at ASA's AfroGroove Night, where rhythm meets community! This vibrant event invites you to explore the rich tapestry of African dance. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or a curious beginner, the talented African Renaissance will guide you through energetic movements that celebrate African culture and heritage. After the basis are taught, let loose and enjoy a lively dance party! Feel the pulse of infectious beats as you connect with fellow participants, showcase what you’ve learned, and immerse yourself in a night of joy and celebration.
Hosted by: African Students Association, African Renaissance
Additional Information can be found at: https://lehigh.campuslabs.com/engage/event/10641993