“Why do students jump in fountains? I’m not sure—but it’s fun, and each class knows they can’t be the one to break the streak. It has become an essential part of the Butler experience, and if you need proof, just ask the students.”
Experts weigh in on book bans
Irwin Library hosted a banned books panel discussing censorship of literature with experts in the field.
The Butler Collegian DAWGCAST — Episode 5
Tune into the first show of the semester, Episode 5 of The Butler Collegian DAWGCAST! All things Butler University is covered in this fast-paced media show. Segments include the Butler Collegian Sports Report, This Month with President Danko, Club Chat and more. DAWGCAST is hosted by Multimedia Editor Eva Hallman. Tune in on Spotify or YouTube, at The Butler Collegian.
Visualizing a vibrant future for Irwin Library
Irwin Library dean and staff begin developing a plan to help Irwin Library reach its full potential.
Campus efforts to celebrate Native American Heritage Month
Irwin Library, the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion office and the Taskforce for Indigenous Engagement and Inclusion coordinated programming to celebrate Native American Heritage Month and advocate for greater representation for Indigenous peoples.
Forgotten movies are remembered at Irwin Library
Irwin Library hosts a movie series once a month highlighting movies that are not available on streaming services.
‘Banned books and you’: Butler Libraries hosts panel on censorship
The regulation of literature in the U.S. impacts education all around the country.
AI in classrooms proves to be controversial
Faculty members have varying opinions on generative AI becoming more common on campus amidst the university promoting AI.
Read banned books: Book bans and America’s descent towards increased censorship
Censorship is growing increasingly prevalent as more and more books are banned throughout America, and this is a major issue.
“Be curious:” Advice from a retired librarian
After eight years at Irwin Library, Diane Palguta, information commons associate, is retiring.