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Paul Robeson Library on the Camden Campus of Rutgers University. One of the many Rutgers Libraries.

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⬇️THIS WEEK AT ROBESON⬇️

🩺Tuesday, 11/11: Evidence-Based Databases for Nursing (11:30am - 12pm): libcal.rutgers.edu/event/15251795

🔒Friday, 11/14: Digital Privacy: Protecting Yourself and Educating Others (11:30am - 12:30pm): libcal.rutgers.edu/event/15250393

#RutgersLibraries #RutgersCamden
November 10, 2025 at 1:36 PM
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🐾Need a little puppy power to get through the week? Come hang out with Gizmo & Marlie from PAWS for People on #WoofWednesday!
🐶No appointment needed; they’ll be spreading joy, cuddles, and good vibes on 11/5 during free period (11:20am - 12:20pm) on the main floor of Robeson Library.
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November 4, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Happy Halloween! 🎃🦇🕸🖤🧡

#rutgerscamden #rutgerslibraries #Halloween #bookstack
October 31, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Philly-area followers: Don't miss the exhibition Whose Story? Narratives of Philadelphia's History at Rutgers-Camden's @paulrobesonlibrary.bsky.social, incorporating research from GREATER PHILADELPHIA: A NEW HISTORY FOR THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY. Now through 11/16! #PhillyIsGreater bit.ly/3LxUzIW
October 29, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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🍬🎃This Halloween, treat yourself to a book from our spooky season display!☠️📚

👻 Haunting ghost stories that linger long after dark
🎬 Frightful tales behind your favorite scary movies
😈 And a devilish local legend, the one and only Jersey Devil

#RutgersLibraries #RutgersCamden
Image of the book 'Living With Zombies: Society in Apocalypse in Film, Literature & Other Media' Image of the book 'The Jersey Devil' Image of the book 'Heroes of th Image of a book display with a sign that reads 'Spooky Season' on the top of it
October 16, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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⬇️THIS WEEK AT ROBESON LIBRARY⬇️

📜TUESDAY, 10/14: Highlights of Camden Special Collections (11:30am - 12:30pm): libcal.rutgers.edu/event/15252175

🩺TUESDAY, 10/14: CINAHL for Nursing Students (11:30am - 12pm): libcal.rutgers.edu/event/15250867

#RutgersLibraries #RutgersCamden #Rutgers
Image of the Rutgers-Camden quad taken from the entrance of Robeson Library. There are hail bays, pumpkins, mums and fall decor to the right of the image. The phrase 'This Week at Robeson' is superimposed over the image. Image of three nesting Rutgers-Camden raptor dolls wearing sports uniforms. The phrase: 'TUESDAY: HIGHLIGHTS OF SPECIAL COLLECTIONS is super imposed over the top of the image in a red rectangle. Image of a nurse wearing red scrubs with a stethoscope draped around her neck. The phrase TUESDAY: CINAHL FOR NURSING STUDENTS in super imposed over the bottom of the image in a white rectangle.
October 13, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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📢Due to expected weather conditions, Robeson Library will be open only to University patrons on Sunday, 10/12/25.

Please note: The circulation desk will be CLOSED. Reference assistance will be available online via our chat & Ask a Librarian services: www.libraries.rutgers.edu/ask

#RutgersCamden
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October 11, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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📊 Workshop Spotlight: PolicyMap: Accessing & Mapping Data Indicators
Looking for reliable data on housing, health, education & more? Learn how to visualize & analyze community data like a pro using PolicyMap.
🗓️ Date: 10/10/25; 11:30am - 12:30pm
🔗 Please register in advance: go.rutgers.edu/PolicyMap
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October 10, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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📚🚫 Celebrate Banned Books Week (October 5 - 11) with us!🚫📚

📖 This week, we're showcasing a selection of powerful books that have pushed boundaries, faced censorship & ignited conversations.

📕Flex your freedom to read & check one out today!

#RutgersLibraries #RutgersCamden
Image of a book display featuring banned books Image of the book 'to Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee Image of the other side of the banned book display Image of the book 'The Kite Runner' by Khaled Hosseini
October 10, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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📍On Exhibit at Robeson Library: Whose Story? Narratives of Philadelphia's History. This exhibition explores the people, organizations, institutions, and communities that have shaped the narrative of Philadelphia’s past.
🔗For more info, please visit: go.rutgers.edu/whose

#RutgersLibraries
Detail of a library display case featuring maps of historic Philadelphia and text cards Image of a two women marching in a parade carrying a banner Image of a library display case Image from the 1972 Gay Pride March in Philadelphia
October 10, 2025 at 12:56 PM
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🐶❤️ Scenes from today's #WoofWednesday, co-sponsored by the Office of Disabilities Services & the Student Wellness Center. ❤️🐶

#RutgersLibraries #RutgersCamden #therapydogs #dogs #CamdenNJ #Rutgers
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October 1, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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📚✨ Looking for the perfect study spot? From group work to quiet focus, our bookable study rooms are designed to fit your needs.

🔗 Visit our 'Book a Space' page to see what’s available & reserve your room today: www.libraries.rutgers.edu/book-a-space...

#RutgersLibraries #RutgersCamden
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September 26, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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📢🍕 Update: Our Game & Pizza Night originally scheduled for 9/25 has been postponed. The new date is 10/2. The exact time will be announced soon, so please stay tuned!

Thanks for your understanding, and we can’t wait for you to join us for games, pizza, and fun!

#RutgersLibraries #RutgersCamden
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September 24, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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🎲 Feeling bored between classes? Do not pass GO, do not collect $200… head straight to Robeson Library instead!
♟️ We offer a variety of board games you can borrow to relax, have fun, and support your well-being.
🔗 For more info, please visit: www.libraries.rutgers.edu/camden/visit...
Image of a Monopoly game board featuring dice, playing cards, hotels, and a cat playing piece.
September 19, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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🎬The Media Recording Studio in the Paul Robeson Library offers #RutgersCamden faculty an easy way to create professional-quality video content for teaching and learning.

🔗For more information, please visit our Media Recording Studio page: www.libraries.rutgers.edu/camden/teach...

#RutgersLibraries
Images of the Robeson Library Media Recording studio featuring computer monitors, microphones, a green screen, and lights.
September 17, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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Robeson reference librarian Bart Everts spoke with WHYY about why preserving sites like the Peter Mott House, a historic stop on the Underground Railroad and a cornerstone of Black history in South Jersey, matters: whyy.org/articles/law...

#RutgersLibraries #RutgersCamden
Lawnside Historical Society will mark 35th anniversary on Sept. 21
The organization will celebrate with new exhibits and an interpretation of Harriet Tubman.
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September 17, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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📚 Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th -- October 15th) with Paul Robeson Library! We're pleased to showcase a book display that honors the rich cultures and contributions of the Hispanic community through novels, poetry, and children's literature.

#rutgerscamden #rutgerslibraries
September 9, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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🎓 Meet the new faculty of Rutgers–Camden!

📍Stop by Robeson Library to explore our latest exhibit highlighting 12 outstanding educators across Business, Law, Nursing, and Arts & Sciences.

📝 Learn about their research and achievements now through Sept. 30 on our main floor.

#RutgersCamden
September 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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❤️🖤 Catch us on the quad at the Involvement Resource Fair & spin our prize wheel for a chance at amazing swag thru 2pm today!

#RutgersCamden #RutgersLibraries
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September 4, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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🐐📚 No kidding -- our library pickup lockers are the G.O.A.T. way to grab your books!

💻Request the books online
📩Get a QR Code & PIN
🔓Pick up anytime within 10 days

🔗 Link in bio for more information

#RutgersLibraries #RutgersCamden #goats #Rutgers
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September 3, 2025 at 6:47 PM
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Paul Robeson Library will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day. We will resume our regular hours on Tuesday, September 2.

#RutgersLibraries #RutgersCamden #HappyLaborDay
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August 29, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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📢Attention Rutgers Camden Raptors: We R Open for Business!

📚 Stop by before noon today and enjoy some snacks & peruse the titles on our free book table!

#Rutgers #RutgersCamden #RutgersLibraries
August 28, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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During Summer Intersession (Thursday, August 14th - Sunday, August 31st), Robeson Library Hours are as follows:

*Mondays-Fridays: 7:30am - 5pm
*Saturdays & Sundays: CLOSED

For the complete listing of service desk hours, please see our Visit & Study page: www.libraries.rutgers.edu/camden/visit...
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August 15, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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⚽️🏀⚾️All of the Raptors coming out of their shells before the big game!

A promotional nesting doll from the realia collection in the Robeson Library Special Collections.

#throwbackthursday
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August 14, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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🧩 Need a study break or sensory reset?
🦖 Stop by the Access Services desk to check out sensory kits with fidget toys & a dinosaur light, or auditory kits with headphones, a speaker, & charger.
🔗For more info, please visit: www.libraries.rutgers.edu/.../board-ga....
#RutgersLibraries #RutgersCamden
August 12, 2025 at 2:57 PM