Staff Picks – Ben’s Top Ten Informative Maps
I love maps. There’s something about the representation of the world in a map that can really transform the way I think about the way people live. Here is a selection of some of my favorite maps that I came across in the past year and a bit of why I find them so fascinating. […]
Staff Picks – Karen Wonders: Moustache Even Ask? The best of the best (famous people edition)
Tom Selleck – the best (likely) always and forever. Burt Reynolds – has to get first runner up. It’s a close call, but there is just something missing when it comes to his stache. Nick Offerman – while I know he is not from Chicago, he rocks a classic Chicago stache with the best of […]
Staff Picks – 5 Random Things Found on the AS SEEN ON TV website
1.) Wallet Ninja – 18 Tools That Fit In Your Wallet [Always be prepared. Always.] 2.) Teddy Tank – As Seen On TV [Can’t decide between getting a bear or a fish tank? Why not get the teddy tank?] 3.) Whoppers the Original Malted Milk Ball Scented Candle (Resist the urge to eat some whoppers […]
Staff Picks – Nancy’s Top 5 BEST Christmas Candies
5.) Peanut Brittle: I know, love it or hate it. I love it. The best is homemade. I have a dear friend who makes it in the microwave and if I whine enough, she’ll make a batch just for me. If my husband is nice to me, I share it with him. I must master […]
Staff Picks – Abby’s Elf GIFs for every occasion
There’s a lot of emotions to feel at the end of the year – excitement, stress, confusion, anticipation, etc. To help express these, consider the following from one of my favorite wintertime movies, Elf (2003). For when you know your finals study guide does not prepare you for the exam the way you […]
Loyola Summer Book League Book Reviews: Part II
Lots of Summer Book Leaguers are writing reviews of the books they’re reading. This is just a small selection of some of the reviews. Many of these books are available to be checked out from the Loyola Libraries! Nancy Merz of Financial Aid reviews The King and Miss Clark by Rebecca Cooper Thumann If you […]