The semester is nearly over! Learn about your classmates’ final projects and check out books for your winter break with our exhibits and displays this month. If you missed our displays before hustling home for the holidays, don’t fret – many will be up through January!
ARCH2000: Building with Wood, Guarracino Family Gallery
The exhibit showcases precedents studies completed by Sophomore architecture students in their Fall 2024, Arch 2000 studio course. In groups of two, students researched, analyzed, and constructed – in drawings and physical models – their selected precedent. The work was completed in one week.
Students analyzed wooden construction through projects that exemplify filigree or tectonic systems, characterized by the use of linear members—such as columns and beams—that create a structural framework. In these filigreed or tectonic systems, enclosure and structure can be separate and layered, distinct from stereotomic systems, where enclosure and structure are combined.
Following the exhibition and lessons learned from the precedent study, students designed the Charles River Wooden Boat Building School, in Magazine Beach in Cambridge. Students explored ideas of partnership and creative exchange between the community and students, this time through the rich boating culture of Cambridge and Boston, and wooden construction.
Universal Human Rights Month, DEI Display
Each December, Universal Human Rights Month is celebrated to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations on December 10, 1948. Join Schumann Library in commemorating this important day by checking out titles from the collection about the history and evolution of human rights across the world.
World AIDS Day, Gray Wall Gallery
This World AIDS Day, the Gray Wall Gallery pays tribute to the enduring legacy of artist and activist Keith Haring. Known for his bold lines, vibrant colors, and powerful imagery, Haring used his art to raise awareness about the AIDS crisis and advocate for compassion and change. Join us as we showcase his iconic works alongside resources. Together, let’s celebrate Haring’s vision of a world united by hope, love, and action.
Winter Break Reads, Red Gallery
Finals are finished, the semester is over, and now it’s time to relax this holiday season! The team at Schumann Library can’t think of a better way to unwind than to cozy up with a good read. Why not check out some festive recommendations from our Fiction collection? Whether you like a wintry spooky read like The Shining, a swoony classic like Jane Eyre, or a cozy fantasy escape like The Lord of the Rings, there’s a read for everyone this winter break!
National Hot Tea Month, Mezzanine Gallery
January is National Hot Tea Month, and what better way to embrace the warmth of the season than by cozying up with a captivating book and a steaming cup of tea? At the Mezzanine Gallery, we’ve brewed up a special curated collection of books steeped in hot gossip, intrigue, and unexpected twists. From thrilling mysteries to tales of scandal and deception, these stories are sure to pair perfectly with your favorite blend. Visit us this month to explore the collection, indulge in a good read, and discover how a little tea—both in your cup and on the page—can brighten your winter days.