Named after the world-renowned Richard C. Kessler Reformation Collection held at Pitts Theology Library, Kessler Conversations (30-45 mins) offer opportunities for the general public to learn about the events in Europe the 16th century and to consider what they may tell us about the issues facing our communities. Conversations in a given academic semester focus…
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Pitts from a Distance: Spring 2021 Policies & Updates
Is the premier theological library in North America be open this Spring? Absolutely, and in several ways. First, of course, the library is always open to all patrons through its online research guides, reference support over email and live chat at pitts.emory.edu/ask, and the thousands of electronic resources available through the Pitts website. But this…
MLK Jr. Day 2021 Closings and Resources
Monday, January 18 is the 35th Martin Luther King Jr. Day, celebrating the Civil Rights leader’s life and legacy. Pitts Theology Library will be closed for the federal holiday and resume normal operations on Tuesday, January 19th. In recognition of MLK Jr. Day, Pitts draws attention to some exceptional holdings in its Claude H. Thompson…
The Reformation of Suffering: A Kessler Conversation with Prof. Ronald Rittgers
Don’t miss the final installment of the Fall 2020 Kessler Conversations at Pitts Theology Library, a series of online interviews with leading church historians and theologians, asking this question, “What relevance do the events, personalities, and texts of the Protestant Reformation hold for contemporary communities?” These 30-45 minute conversations offer opportunities for the general public…
Upcoming Event: Kessler Conversation with Prof. Erik Heinrichs
Don’t forget to register for next week’s installment of this fall’s Kessler Conversation series on disease, healing, and pastoral care in the 16th century! The second Kessler Conversation will be with Professor Erik Heinrichs, Associate Professor of History at Winona State University. Professor Heinrichs is a historian of medieval and early modern Europe, with research interests…
Kessler Conversations 2020
Pitts was delighted to host Professor Anna M. Johnson in the library’s inaugural Kessler Conversation with over 70 attendees last week! In case you missed this insightful session on “Christian Ethics in Times of Plague,” you can view the recording on demand from the comfort of your own home. Don’t forget to register for the…
Announcing Kessler Conversations 2020
We are excited to launch the Kessler Conversations at Pitts Theology Library this fall. This is a series of online interviews with leading church historians and theologians, asking this question, “What relevance do the events, personalities, and texts of the Protestant Reformation hold for contemporary communities?” On the first Wednesday of each month this Fall,…
Library Book Sale Next Week!
Join us for the annual Friends of the Library Book Sale on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the Pitts Lecture Hall (CST 360). Thousands of books will be for sale for $1 – $10 on a range of topics including biblical studies, church history, ethics, ministry, and more. This…
Upcoming Workshop: Building Your Library Post-Pitts
Looking for ways to expand your own personal library? Are you graduating this semester? Come learn about how you can continue your research even if you are miles away from Atlanta after commencement. This workshop will show you how to access the resources available to you as Emory Alumni and offer tips on building your own…
Upcoming Workshop: Zotero/Citation
Knowing how, when, and where to cite information can be one of the trickiest aspects of academic writing. This week’s library workshop will introduce you to citation basics, including Zotero, a powerful research and citation management system. Please download and install Zotero to your personal computer before you arrive and bring your laptop with you! Register…
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