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A Gene Davis Color Field by Dr. Frank Slaby

FrankSlabyToday begins the submission period for this year’s Art Show.  Between today, March 13th, and March 31st, drop off your masterpieces at the Reference Desk.

The Reference Desk is open 8:30am - 8:00pm Monday - Thursday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Friday, and 12:00pm-4:00pm on Saturday.

The Art Show will be on display from April 6th until May 7th, and all are invited to the Opening Reception on April 6th at 4:00pm - 6:00pm.

If you have any questions, contact Synneva Elthon at synneva@gwu.edu

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This year will mark the 30th anniversary of the Himmelfarb Library Art Show! We will be accepting submissions from March 13th through the 31st in preparation for our Opening Reception on Thursday April 6th.  All artwork will be on display on the first floor of Himmelfarb Library until May 5th. Past submissions have included photography, paintings, jewelry, and more!  All students, staff, and faculty of the School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Milken Institute School of Public Health, School of Nursing, and GW Hospital are invited to participate.

We encourage Distance Education students, faculty, and staff to participate as well in our Virtual Art Show.  Check out last year’s Virtual Art Show here.
Questions?  Email Synneva Elthon at synneva@gwu.edu

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heartsforhimmelfarbStop by the library to take a study break and make a Valentine’s Day bookmark!  It's perfect for your secret crush, your Best Study Friend, or to keep for yourself.

Visit the Study Break area of the library to collect your bookmark and ribbon and make a quick and easy gift!  Share your creation on Instagram with the tags #healthyhimmelfarb and #heartsforhimmelfarb and then stop by the Circulation Desk for a sweet treat!

Hurry, though, because supplies are limited and Valentine's Day is less than a week away!

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healthystudytips_ptSubmit your healthy study tip!

Himmelfarb Library is collecting healthy study tips to share among students as we approach the end of the semester.  Please submit your healthy study tips and check out the study tips provided by GW's physical therapy students:

  • Make sure you give yourself mental breaks periodically.  Give your brain a break and take a walk to Whole Foods for snacks, watch a YouTube video, or nap under a table in a study room.
  • Ten minute naps do wonders for revitalizing your study sessions
  • Bring a lot of snacks to the library, dump them on one of the tables, and group study.

 

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meditationJoin Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb for end-of-the-year meditation sessions!
The meditation sessions will feature a pre-recorded guided meditation session and will occur in Himmelfarb B103 at 12:30.  The session will last about 20 minutes and will end in time for 1 p.m. classes.
Not sure if mindfulness meditation is for you?  Did you know that mindfulness practice has been shown to reduce stress, increase memory, reduce distractability and increase empathy?  What could be better for health sciences students?
What: Meditation
When: 12:30 p.m. on Tues 12/6, Thur 12/8, Mon 12/12, Wed 12/14
Where: Himmelfarb B103

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7662441586_a04205e666_zHaven’t see much of DC recently?  Was your last DC outing during orientation?

Take a study break and explore DC with Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb’s newest feature: independent explorations of DC from your Himmelfarb Library home base.   We’ll provide you a map for a walk that you can take during lunch or for a longer study break on the weekend – and some brief notes on what you can see on the walk.

Lunchtime walk: The White House

It’s so close but it’s easy to forget how close it.  Head down I Street NW to Pennsylvania and then make a loop around the White House.   During your walk, watch for the Embassy of Mexico, The Renwick Gallery, and the Blair House, the official guest house for the White House.

One way: .9 miles (19 minutes)

Round trip: 1.8 miles (38 minutes)

 

Image citation: www.GlynLowe.com. (2012). The White House Southside.   Available at: https://www.flickr.com/photos/glynlowe/8594800247

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oakhillstereoHaven’t see much of DC recently?  Was your last DC outing during orientation?

Take a study break and explore DC with Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb’s newest feature: independent explorations of DC from your Foggy Bottom home base.   We’ll provide you a map for a walk that you can take during lunch or for a longer study break on the weekend – and some brief notes on what you can see on the walk.

Weekend study break: Oak Hill Cemetery in Rock Creek Park

Oak Hill Cemetery is the 19th century cemetery that you see from Rock Creek Parkway.   From the path, you can wander up the hillside, enter the cemetery, and (respectfully) explore.  Oak Hill’s gothic chapel was designed by the same architect (James Renwick) who designed both the Smithsonian Institution’s Castle and St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City.

  • One way: 1.5 miles (31 minutes) plus time to explore cemetery
  • Round trip: 3 miles (1 hour 2 minutes) plus time to explore cemetery
  • Maps are available at Himmelfarb Library's Circulation Desk!

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cooking-1013455_960_720Join Healthy Living @ Himmfarb on Thursday, October 27 at 5pm-6pm for a cooking demonstration by Chef Kate Sherwood on the "Science of Good Cooking" where she will show you how to make healthy foods that also taste delicious.

Yes -Samples will be provided! Sign Up Today!
    • Date: Thursday, October 27, 2016
    • Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm
    • Room: Himmelfarb Library B103
    • Chef: Kate Sherwood, author of Nutrition Action Healthletter
    • Session: Science of Good Cooking
    • RSVP: http://rooms.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/event/2883717
      (Space is Limited - Sign up to reserve your spot!)

Event is sponsored by Himmelfarb Library's initiative Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb

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pumpkinsJoin Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb and unleash your creativity!
Beginning on Monday, October 24, we will supply a variety of pumpkin templates and colored pencils and invite you to create your own design.  Submitted works will be displayed in a Student Gallery in Himmelfarb Library from Monday, October 24th through Tuesday, November 1st for all to enjoy.

Please keep the following parameters in view while creating your art: designs should be non-violent in nature and should be submitted on or before 10/31 for display.
Pumpkin templates are available on Himmelfarb Library's 1st floor near the elevator lounge area.  Please drop your submission in the box at the Circulation Desk in Himmelfarb Library.
Image: Tambako The Jaguar. (2012).  Lots of colorful pumpkins [Image].  Retrieved from:https://www.flickr.com/photos/tambako/8476612001

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crayons-1445057_640Coloring pages and colored pencils are available in Himmelfarb Library as part of the Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb initiative.  The pages will be switched out on a regular basis and will also be supplemented with jigsaw puzzles and other activities for the remainder of the semester.   Please leave the materials on the tables so others can enjoy them, too.
 
Because we know that your time is valuable and you want to make evidence-based decisions, here are some studies which showed that activities like coloring can reduce stress and anxiety and enhance problem-solving capabilities:
 
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