Bryant Library Blog

Information Literacy and the News - AllSides - Same News, Different Perspectives

Wondering which news sources to trust? Check out the headlines on AllSides, a freely available news source that includes media bias ratings.

The 2024 Presidential Election: What to Watch For and What to Expect

We know three things about the upcoming 2024 Presidential Election: (1) it will be very close, (2) it will be very important, and (3) it is very likely to be turbulent. So, during this period of intense partisan polarization, misinformation and extreme rhetoric, and uncertainty about the resilience and fairness of the American electoral system, what should we be paying attention to?

Talking About Politics: “Congress: As Bad As It Looks?”

About 70% of the population holds an unfavorable view of Congress, but many members will be re-elected this November. Why?

Deputy Secretary of State and Director of Elections Visit Bryant!

Voting practice and absentee ballots were included educational experiences and information shared from the RI Secretary of State's Office on 9/24/24.

Bryant Votes: General Voting Information

Here you will find general and state resources with information on how to register to vote, request absentee or mail in ballots, and vote in person.

World Music Day 2024: A Celebration of Community

The festival, held on June 21st, encourages cultural groups around the world to take to the streets and honor their local and professional musicians.

Juneteenth: The Journey of Collective Liberation

Juneteenth commemorates the day when enslaved people in Texas learned of their freedom on June 19, over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

PRIDE Month 2024 - Exhibit & Resources

Happy PRIDE! Learn and celebrate with our library exhibit, plus on-campus and online resources.

Library Weeding: What It Is and Why We Do It

What does librarianship have in common with gardening and, hey, where are those books going?

Talking About Politics: How to Read a Supreme Court Case

As controversies surrounding the U.S. Supreme Court’s legitimacy and power grow, it is more important than ever to understand the decisions made.