The semester wrapping up and we at Dewey hope you enjoy your much-deserved winter break! Meanwhile, we're also taking our own break with a brief building closure from December 21 to January 2nd. Read on for all the details on the closure and what services are available during the break.

Are you interested in learning about corrupt practices in relation to elections? Most of us have probably heard of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which helped end voting practices that discriminate based on race, color, or membership in a language minority group, but there's much more behind election fraud. Find out more on the resources available through Dewey to assist in your research.

Are you working on a marketing campaign or marketing materials for an information environment, or are you researching marketing strategies for libraries or archives? Whether it is out of personal interest or for research purposes, Dewey has a variety of sources available on the subject. Find out more on how to start your search.

On the forty-fifth anniversary of the Attica Prison riot, Heather Ann Thompson releases her book, "Blood in the Water: The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971 and its Legacy," an overview of how the infamous riot occurred, how the state responded, and a look at its impact on the victims and the correctional system. Find out more on the Attica uprising and the topical resources available through Dewey.

Interested in sharpening your research skills, mastering resources available through the library, or streamlining your studies with new technology skills? We've got you covered with a variety of free workshops! Read on for this week's offerings.