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Two Minute Thesis Videos
Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Senior Thesis

The senior thesis represents the culmination of a Haverford student’s academic experience, and is one of the most important and rewarding ways that Haverford realizes its educational mission. It is an opportunity to do original research at levels usually reserved for graduate students, in partnership with faculty mentors. Haverford College is one of a very few institutions in the country that includes a senior thesis project as part of every student’s academic program.

"Two-Minute Thesis" is a video series produced by the Haverford College Libraries. Haverford senior thesis writers briefly discuss their theses, the research process, and share the ups and downs of their thesis-writing experience. Watch now»

Scrapbook from 1922
Friday, February 1, 2019

In the Collection: Scrapbook

This scrapbook compiled by Elliston P. Morris Jr., Class of 1922, features dance cards, programs from campus events, photos of faculty and fellow students, and newspaper clippings of Haverford athletic teams and world events, including the end of World War I and the first national election in which women could vote.

"In the Collection" highlights some of the rare and marvelous items that are part of Magill Library's Special Collections.

Photo: Patrick Montero

People signing wood beams that will be installed in the renovated library
Friday, November 23, 2018

Renovating the Library

Renovations began in mid-February to what will be called the Lutnick Library. Once completed, this new library will include technologically robust spaces, active teaching and learning spaces, a Digital Scholarship Commons, and a cafe, but will also retain many of Magill's beloved historic spaces including the Philips Wing, the reference and reading room, the Rufus Jones Room, and the Carvill Arc.

Amanda Acosta '18 (red shirt) and Maria Padrón ’19 (white shirt) sign the wood beams that were installed as part of the Topping Out Ceremony in the roof of Lutnick Library. Photo by Patrick Montero

Computer rendered model of update library
Thursday, March 1, 2018

Renovating the Library

The successfully completed Lives That Speak campaign identified the Library as a rich opportunity to create a much-needed interactive, inviting, architecturally beautiful structure that advances and facilitates the innovative programming now offered. New features of what will be called the Lutnick Library include technologically robust spaces, active teaching and learning spaces, a Digital Scholarship Commons, and a cafe.

Renovation began in mid-February, but the library will retain many of Magill's beloved historic spaces including the Philips Wing and its loft, the current reference and reading room, the Rufus Jones Room, the Carvill Arch and more. This rendering shows the new northwest entrance across from Chase Hall. 

Photo of a letter written by Edmond Halley
Thursday, February 8, 2018

In the Collection: Edmond Halley

Best known for his predictions regarding a certain comet, Edmond Halley was an all-around genius who built the first diving bell, devised a working model of a magnetic compass, and pioneered actuarial science.

"In the Collection" highlights some of the rare and marvelous items that are part of Magill Library's Special Collections.

Halley was just 21 years old when he penned this plaintive letter to a friend from the South Atlantic island of St. Helena in 1677. Photo: Patrick Montero.
Photo of a letter written by Edmond Halley
Thursday, January 11, 2018

In the Collection: Edmond Halley

Best known for his predictions regarding a certain comet, Edmond Halley was an all-around genius who built the first diving bell, devised a working model of a magnetic compass, and pioneered actuarial science.

"In the Collection" highlights some of the rare and marvelous items that are part of Magill Library's Special Collections.

Halley was just 21 years old when he penned this plaintive letter to a friend from the South Atlantic island of St. Helena in 1677. Photo: Patrick Montero.
Student studying inside of Magill Library
Friday, December 1, 2017

Then & Now: Magill Library Now

Magill Library

Magill Library will be transformed by a renovation and revitalization that is scheduled to begin in January, 2018. The building will be renamed Lutnick Library in recognition of a $25 million lead gift from Howard Lutnick '83. Planned changes include enhanced technology, open and flexible spaces, increased accessibility for special collections, and a café. Heritage spaces, including the Magill Wing and its historic façade on Founders Green, will be preserved. 

Missed yesterday’s photo? See Magill Library back “Then“.

Magill Library in its current form. Photo: Patrick Montero.

The Alumni Hall as seen in 1865
Thursday, November 30, 2017

Then & Now: Magill Library Then

Magill Library

Long before it was renamed and expanded, Magill Library got its start as Alumni Hall. Originally proposed by the Haverford College Alumni Association as a place to hold meetings, the building took on a dual purpose when the Board of Managers suggested that a portion of the hall be used to accommodate the College’s library, which was then bursting out of a second story room in Founders Hall.

Come back tomorrow to see Magill Library at Haverford “Now”.

A photo of Alumni Hall taken in 1865, not long after it was completed. Photo: College Archives.

Student studying inside of Magill Library
Wednesday, September 6, 2017

Then & Now: Magill Library Now

Magill Library

Magill Library will be transformed by a renovation and revitalization that is scheduled to begin in January, 2018. The building will be renamed Lutnick Library in recognition of a $25 million lead gift from Howard Lutnick '83. Planned changes include enhanced technology, open and flexible spaces, increased accessibility for special collections, and a café. Heritage spaces, including the Magill Wing and its historic façade on Founders Green, will be preserved. 

Missed yesterday’s photo? See Magill Library back “Then“.

Magill Library in its current form. Photo: Patrick Montero.

The Alumni Hall as seen in 1865
Tuesday, September 5, 2017

Then & Now: Magill Library Then

Magill Library

Long before it was renamed and expanded, Magill Library got its start as Alumni Hall. Originally proposed by the Haverford College Alumni Association as a place to hold meetings, the building took on a dual purpose when the Board of Managers suggested that a portion of the hall be used to accommodate the College’s library, which was then bursting out of a second story room in Founders Hall.

Come back tomorrow to see Magill Library at Haverford “Now”.

A photo of Alumni Hall taken in 1865, not long after it was completed. Photo: College Archives.

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