Visitors to Falk Library, located in Alan Magee Scaife Hall, are encouraged to check out these opportunities and displays:
Therapy Dog Visit
Thursday, February 6, 1-2 p.m.
Cure your winter blues with a visit from Blue the therapy dog! Our favorite golden retriever will be greeting visitors at the library’s entrance on Thursday, February 6, from 1 to 2 p.m. After saying hi to Blue, stop by the Main Desk for some hot chocolate!
Valentine’s Day at HSLS
Friday, February 14
If your Valentine’s Day plans include a trip to the library, treat yourself to some candy to make your day a little sweeter! Look for the table by the Main Desk.
Pitt Pantry Food Drive
Tuesday, February 25
In honor of Pitt Day of Giving on February 25, HSLS will be collecting donations of unopened & unexpired shelf-stable food items and household products. Bring your donation to the drop-off bin by the Main Desk between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Donations will be delivered to the Pitt Pantry, which serves to increase food security among the Pitt community.
On Display
Educational Technology: Past and Present (Display Cases, Main Floor)
In a display inspired by the past decades, you’ll see a ViewMaster for Bassett’s Atlas of Human Anatomy, LaserDisc of Radiologic Anatomy, and other educational technology that were once used by faculty and students alike. Compare these items to our display of technology that you can use today: a Rode Podcasting Kit, a Mini Projector, mobile device adapters, and more, all borrowable from Falk Library.
Life of a Medical Student in 19th Century Pittsburgh (Display Case, Lower Floor)
The Western Pennsylvania Medical College, a predecessor to Pitt’s School of Medicine, opened its doors in 1886 in Polish Hill. Take a blast to the past with a display of pamphlets, tickets, maps, and booklets from around our region, illustrating the academic and social aspects of student life more than a century ago.
Fundamentals of Successful Surgery (Rare Book Room Window Display, Lower Floor)
This exhibit highlights the founders of different elements of surgery, from Andreas Vesalius’s contributions to anatomy, to the various contributions of Ambroise Paré, Horace Wells, and Joseph Lister. The exhibit also showcases surgery during wars (World War I and World War II) and how each war launched a different type of surgical intervention.
While our focus is on the Pitt Health Sciences community, all Pitt affiliates are welcome to participate. Unless otherwise noted, all displays are available during Falk Library Operating Hours.