The Rotation: A Himmelfarb Library Blog
Resources, tools & health news from GW Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library
Topics in this category can include: recipes, mental health, medical and health awareness topics, and Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb topics.
The next interview in our Himmelfarb Library Art Show 2016: Meet the Artist Series is with Meaghan Corbett, our Metadata & Scholarly Publishing librarian. Here, we sit down with Meaghan and talk about her photography of her travels and her love of the annual Art Show.
Check out our previous interview with Dr. Frank Slaby here on our YouTube channel in case you missed it!.
As Himmelfarb Library's annual art show wraps up today, check out this new interview with one of our faculty artists, Dr. Frank Slaby. Dr. Slaby creates fused glass art and is also a professor in the Department of Anatomy & Regenerative Biology. The interview is the first in Himmelfarb Library's 'Meet the Artist' series.
Take a break from studying with coloring, Play-doh, and games!
Stop by anytime between noon and 1pm First floor of Himmelfarb Library
Event: Buff & Blue: Relaxation Zone
Date: Monday, May 2, 2016
Location: First floor of Himmelfarb Library
Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Sponsored by Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb, PHSA and GW Health/Wellness Initiative
Take a break from studying with coloring, Play-doh, and games!
Stop by anytime between noon and 1pm First floor of Himmelfarb Library
Event: Buff & Blue: Relaxation Zone
Date: Monday, May 2, 2016
Location: First floor of Himmelfarb Library
Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Sponsored by Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb, PHSA and GW Health/Wellness Initiative
Today is the Day...Himmelfarb Library’s 2016 Art Show!
The Art Show is an annual tradition here at Himmelfarb Library during which the first floor is transformed into an art gallery, featuring phenomenal pieces from members of our community.
Join us for the Opening Reception from 4:00pm-5:30pm TODAY on the first floor of Himmelfarb Library for the chance to support your friends, classmates, professors and deans as we celebrate their artistic talents! Peruse the art, talk with the artists, and eat some delicious (free) food!
The Art Show will be on display until May 7th, 2016.
Questions and comments can be directed to Synneva Elthon at synneva@gwu.edu or (202) 994-2963.
PS: Have a last-minute doodle you want put up on the walls? Drop it off at the Reference Desk before noon today!
We are still accepting submissions through April 1st from students, staff, residents, and faculty of SMHS, GWSPH, SON and GW Hospital. Drop off your masterpieces at the Reference Desk Monday-Thursday 8:30am-8:00pm, Friday 8:30am-5:00pm, and Saturday 12:00pm-4:00pm.
Doodles, ceramics, origami, paintings...all are welcome!
Distance Education students are encouraged to submit.
Questions? Contact Synneva Elthon at synneva@gwu.edu or (202) 994-2963
Ever thought about going vegan or vegetarian? Looking to eat healthier food that actually tastes good? Swing by room 202 in Himmelfarb Library on March 22nd from 4:00-5:00 and sample delicious dishes and get your questions answered by Kate Sherwood of the Center for Science in the Public Interest and contributing author to Nutrition Action Healthletter.
Registration is FREE but space is limited so register today at http://tinyurl.com/jujjhneh
Did you know that plant-based eating has been linked to improvements in bone health, metabolism, stress levels, cardiovascular disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and inflammation? It is also better for the environment and promotes ethical, sustainable living!
Show us what your right brain is capable of…Submit to the Himmelfarb Library Art Show!
The 2016 Himmelfarb Library Art Show will take place from April 7th to May 6th on the first floor of Himmelfarb Library.
The Opening Reception will be held on April 7th from 4:00pm-5:30pm.
Refreshments will be served.
All Students, Faculty and Staff of SMHS, MISPH and SON, as well as Residents and GW Hospital staff are encouraged to submit artwork.
Submissions range from pottery, paintings, jewelry, drawings, clothing, and more!
We will accept all submissions at the reference desk of Himmelfarb Library from March 7th until March 31st, Monday-Thursday 8:30am-8pm and Friday 8:30am-5pm.
Distance Education students are encouraged to submit. Contact us for details!
Submissions will have the option to be displayed in the virtual art show on the library website. (Last year's virtual art show can be viewed here: http://hsrc.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/artshow_gallery_2015/)
Please contact Synneva Elthon at synneva@gwu.edu or 202-994-2963 with any questions.
Would you like to learn a new skill or pick up a fun hobby?
Join Healthy Living@Himmelfarb for a Weaving Workshop, taught by Sandy Hoar. The workshop will be held at the Himmelfarb Library in Room 202 on Wednesday, March 23rd at 12:00 PM.
In the past, Sandy taught a chain mail jewelry workshop at Himmelfarb Library. Healthy Living@Himmelfarb is excited to welcome Sandy back this year to teach a selection of weaving projects to GW participants. Sandy is an Assistant Clinical Professor at George Washington University with an enviable arsenal of crafts knowledge. All weaving enthusiasts are welcome, from beginner to advanced levels.
Bring your creativity and a smile. Materials are supplied. Registration for the event is FREE but space is limited. A wait list is available so if you are a late-comer, sign up anyway!
Registration link: http://rooms.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/event/2358473
About the presenter:
Sandy Hoar is an experienced teacher of Celtic crafts. She has been doing handicrafts her whole life and Celtic crafts for a decade. Sandy enjoys teaching these crafts to adults and families at Celtic MAD week, and has exhibited crafts annually at George Washington University’s DC Art Exhibit. She also teaches at the annual Kids Euro Festival as a representative for the Irish Embassy.
Sandy is a nationally certified Physician Assistant in Primary Care, with specialty training in public health, pain medicine, infectious disease, and tropical medicine, teaching at the George Washington University in the School of Medicine and Health Sciences and the Milken Institute School of Public Health.
Sandy gives her time in many ways, including giving local, regional, national, and international presentations on medicine and public health. She also provides direct care to uninsured patients at the Holy Cross Health Center. She is a former EMT and Instructor, Instructor-Trainer in all areas of first aid and CPR with the American Red Cross and she has been the Health Officer for MAD week since its inception.
It's cold out anyway, so why not enjoy winter? Join Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb for ice skating at Georgetown's Washington Harbour on Friday, February 19th at 7 p.m.
This ice skating rink is a short walk from GW and is right on the Georgetown waterfront. It’s the largest outdoor rink in the DC area and is even larger than the rink at New York City’s Rockefeller Center. As you skate, you can enjoy Georgetown's beautiful winter lights; after you skate, you might enjoy one of the many nearby restaurants.
Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb has arranged a group rate so $12 will secure both your entry and skate rental. Please feel free to bring bring a friend or two! Register now to reserve your space(s)!
If you have questions, please contact Laura Abate (leabate@gwu.edu).
