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CMU’s Fifth Voluntary University Review Highlights Engagement, Student Leadership, and a Growing Sustainability Network

On May 12, the Sustainability Initiative released the fifth Voluntary University Review detailing CMU’s progress in advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This year’s VUR showcases an evolving vision of sustainability rooted in student leadership, community input, and global dialogue.

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Spotlight: Crystal Johnson

At the University Libraries, faculty and staff bring diverse backgrounds and interests to their roles, elevating the Libraries’ culture of interdisciplinary collaboration and lifelong learning and curiosity. We asked Community Collections Processing Archivist Crystal Johnson a few questions about her work, to find out more about the inspiration behind her contributions to the campus community.

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Remembering Julia Parsons

The Carnegie Mellon University Libraries community was saddened to hear that Julia Parsons, a 1942 general studies graduate of Margaret Morrison Carnegie College and US Navy code breaker during World War II, passed away on April 18, 2025 at the age of 104 years old.

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“Metamorphosis: A Sustainable Art Gallery & Fashion Showcase” Photo Gallery

On April 16, visitors from around the Pittsburgh community joined the Pittsburgh Youth Leaders in Sustainability network and the Youth Climate Advocacy Committee for “Metamorphosis: A Sustainable Art Gallery & Fashion Showcase” at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. The free event hosted a variety of activities for youth and families, plant-forward appetizers, sustainable art vendors, information and education tables, and a youth sustainable art and fashion contest and gallery.

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Discover & Discuss: Jewish American Heritage Month

This month’s selections highlight stories of resilience, creativity, and identity—examining historical milestones, individual achievements, and the evolving American Jewish experience. Engage with these works to deepen your understanding of a community whose influence continues to resonate across generations and disciplines.

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“Living History: Tracing CMU Culture Through Student Organizations” Photo Gallery

More than 100 visitors joined the Libraries Student Advisory Council at their end-of-year showcase on Tuesday, April 22. “Living History: Tracing CMU Culture Through Student Organizations” celebrated the history and impact of student organizations on campus, inviting the CMU community to engage with primary sources and other historic materials that tell the story of how these groups have helped shape the culture of the university.

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How a Collection in the Architecture Archives Inspired Graduate Research

Each semester, Arts and Humanities Librarian Lynn Kawaratani visits classes in the School of Architecture to introduce students to the resources available to them through the University Libraries. One resource she shares is the Architecture Archives, which collects, conserves, and promotes the use of architectural records that document the architects and architecture of Carnegie Mellon University, the city of Pittsburgh, and its region.

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5 Questions with New STEM Librarian Kristen Scotti

In October 2023, we welcomed our second Open Science Postdoctoral Associate, Kristen Scotti, after she completed her PhD in Materials Science & Engineering at Northwestern University. Now, like her predecessor in the role Chasz Griego, Scotti is transitioning to a full-time role in the Libraries as a STEM Librarian supporting the Math, Physics, and Statistics & Data Science Departments. To mark the occasion, we asked Kristen a few questions about what she did in her postdoc and how she plans to bring her experience in that position to her new role.

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2025 Alumni Resource Roundup

As new graduates begin their lives and careers beyond Carnegie Mellon, they retain access to many resources and programming opportunities at the University Libraries. From browsing stacks in physical locations to virtually touring exhibits and attending events, here are all the ways alumni can stay connected and continue to benefit from the Libraries’ offerings.

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Archives Open House Photo Gallery

During Spring Carnival, the University Archives invited members of the CMU community to engage with the university’s past in “From Buggy To Bots: Explore CMU’s History with the University Archives.” The open house highlighted the Archives’ role on campus and its mission to preserve the legacy of Carnegie Mellon's history and traditions.