On the Battlefield

Soldier Girls: The Battles of Three Women at Home and at War by Helen Thorpe; 956.7044 T519s

One aspect of women’s history that has not been highlighted on the library’s blog is women who have served in the military. Women veterans from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan share their experiences with author Helen Thorpe. The three women whose stories are included in the book become friends and endure many hardships.

A supplemental resource that is available to all active and retired military personnel is the Sullivan University Military Guide. The guide has links, videos, and books related to different aspects of military life and life after the military. 

They’re Just Sayin’

Lean In for Graduates by Sheryl Sandberg; and 658.4092 S213l

Facebook executive Sheryl Sandberg has modified her best-seller Lean In to meet the needs of new graduates. The book has advice on, “finding and getting the most out of a first job, résumé writing, and leaning in for millennial men.”

I Just Graduated Now What?: Honest Answers from Those Who Have Been There by Katherine Schwarzenegger; 331.7023 S411i

Katherine  Schwarzenegger, the daughter of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver, also published a career guide of sorts last year. Her title, I Just Graduated Now What? is a compilation of interviews she conducted with men and women in a variety of careers (Anderson Cooper, Eva Longoria, Meghan McCain, Gayle King, and Blake Mycoskie) about what they learned after they graduated.

Both of these titles are easy to read or to browse through, and if you want to borrow them, just ask one of the librarians. We will be glad to help you. Check out this previous post about the original Lean In too.

Spring Break Hours

High Hopes, Mixed Outcomes

Women Attorneys and the Changing Workplace: High Hopes, Mixed Outcomes by Phyllis Kitzerow; 331.4834 K62w

A lot can change in just a few years, and author Phyllis Kitzerow reveals what has happened with regard to women and the legal profession in the last 50 years.  She talks with women attorneys who started working in the 1960s and those who began working in the 2000s to learn about their workplace experiences.

For another perspective at how women have shaped the United States legal system, take a look at this blog post.

Say What?

Say What You Really Mean!: How Women Can Learn to Speak Up by Debra Johanyak;
155.3333 J65s

Looking back at the 2014 titles that we have featured thus far, a theme that emerges is empowerment. Today’s book is no exception to that theme. The author provides career advice to help women become more effective speakers. Even if you aced public speaking, take this opportunity to brush up on your communication skills.

If you want to borrow this title or any of the other books that we have listed for Women's History Month, come by the library. One of the librarians will be glad to help you. 

A History Maker in Space

The first woman in space played tennis, had a Ph.D. in Physics, and served as the CEO of a company she created, Sally Ride Science.

In this biography, which includes both official and family photographs, Lynn Sherr presents details about the private and public life of Dr. Sally Ride.

Check out this blog post for more about women who dreamed of going into space.

Still can't get enough about women and the space program? There are two more library books that may be of interest. Stop by the library to borrow one or both of them.

• The Astronaut Wives Club by Lily Koppel; 629.45 K83a
• Rocket Girl: The Story of Mary Sherman Morgan, America's First Female Rocket Scientist by George Morgan; 509.2 M848r

For more information about Dr. Ride, the Biography.com site has a summary of her life.

Crossover Celebrations

Today we highlight a new title Black Women in Politics: Identity, Power, and Justice in the New Millennium that can comfortably be included in both the Black History Month and the Women's History Month celebrations.

Black Women in Politics: Identity, Power, and Justice in the New Millennium 
Edited by Michael Mitchell and David Covin; call #: 320.082 B627

The authors and editors of this title present articles that discuss the roles and experiences of African American and African women in politics. Some of the women included are well-known, like Harriet Tubman and Shirley Chisholm, while others may be less familiar. In addition to articles, the authors have added book reviews of titles about black women in politics.

Stop by the library to find this book or any of the other books shown on the blog. One of the librarians will be happy to assist you if you need help locating this or other library materials.

Women's History-What's New?

When the word history is mentioned people don't typically think of the word new being used in the same sentence. The library has some new titles about women and the world though, and during these last few weeks of the quarter we will share some of these titles with you. We may also sneak in some study tips and stress reliever posts too, so stay tuned.

The first book we want to share with you is:

The New CEOs: Women, African American, Latino and Asian Leaders of Fortune 500 Companies
By Richard L. Zweigenhaft; Call #: 658.42 Z97n

Here are two great websites you can visit to learn more:

National Women's History Project

Women's History Month

Selected New Medical Books