Your Donation at Work
"We enact our values through the decisions we make and the actions we take. The value of access, especially access to higher education and access to a public research library’s resources, motivates and energizes me as a library leader. It's clear that this value also motivates and energizes our supporters because of the actions they take. We celebrate their generous philanthropy as it enables Penn State Libraries to reach the highest levels of excellence in our services, collections, and personnel."
- Dean Faye A. Chadwell
The Library Discovery Hour (LDH) is an exciting program that gives you an inside look at today's Penn State University Libraries, a top 10 research library in North America. These programs offer the opportunity for you to hear from experts and students, while learning more about the University Libraries and its primary priorities: Community, Collections, and the Commons. This series also showcases how your philanthropy has a positive impact and connects you with other passionate Penn Staters.
Schedule and Recordings
2025
July 23: Preserving Pages: The Art and Science of Book Conservation
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Virtual
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Get a closer look at the practices used at our Conservation Centre as Senior Book Conservator Bill Minter reveals the meticulous craft of preserving and restoring books.
September: Celebrating the 25 Anniversary of Paterno Library
Date and Time and other details TBA
Hybrid
November: Artificial Intelligence in the Library: Transforming Learning and Research
Date and Time TBA
Virtual
Join us for an overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and discover its diverse applications in a modern library setting! Learn how AI can transform educational practices, streamline research processes, and enhance the learning experience. Explore innovations like personalized learning tools, intelligent research assistants, and advanced data analysis, and see how AI can elevate both teaching and research.
May 6: Penn State Special Collections Spotlight: The Coal and Coke Heritage Center
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
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Step back in time and uncover the rich heritage of Fayette County’s mining community at the Coal and Coke Heritage Center (CCHC)! Join us as we delve into the stories and artifacts that preserve the legacy of coal mining. Learn about the journey from immigration to life in bustling mining towns, and gain insights into the coking process that shaped the industry.
March 13: Navigating Intellectual Property: Inside Penn State's Patent and Trademark Resource Center
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
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Join us to discover how Penn State's Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC) supports your intellectual property journey. Learn how our resources and expert guidance can help you navigate the patent and trademark application process, conduct effective searches, and connect with local patent attorneys.
January 23: The Dean's Corner
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
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Join Dean Faye A. Chadwell to learn more about our 2025 Library Discovery Hour schedule and get an inside look at today's University Libraries!
Past Events
Contact
Contact Gretchen Little at grl5147@psu.edu or 814-863-5854 for more information.