Tutt Transition Year

November 28, 2016

Learn About New Library’s Path to Carbon Neutrality

When the renovation is completed, CC’s new net-zero library will be the first of its kind. An outcome this monumental doesn’t come easily, however. Ian Johnson, director of the Office of Sustainability, will retrace the steps that led to the net-zero design of the library, how it changed over the course of the project, and…

November 8, 2016

You’re Invited to Lunch and “Books Are Things” Presentation

You’re invited to a free lunch Wednesday, Nov. 9, at noon in Special Collections, on the second floor of Tutt South, where you can look at a goatskin scroll, a 17th century book about monsters, pop-up books from the 19th and 20th centuries, and more. Then, walk over to the Press at Colorado College around 1 p.m. for a hands-on demonstration of letterpress printing.

November 7, 2016

Emergency Campus Dance Party

Stressed out by all of the construction? Head to the emergency dance party! These are intense times in our country and world, with lots of uncertainty. Yet every day we get to help create and contribute to a world we value. We also get to choose what is nurturing to cultivate and hold onto, and what is beneficial to release. Whatever space you are in right now, the Chaplains’ Office and Wellness Resource Center invite you to join us 4-5 p.m. TODAY (Monday, Nov. 7) in Shove Chapel at the Emergency Campus Dance Party. Come dance your hope, shake off your anxiety, and let go of your fears for ten…

October 31, 2016

Trick or Treat with Team Tutt

Happy Halloween! Come trick or treat at all of this year’s transitional study spaces: Mod Pod, Tutt South, Seay Music Library, and the Worner Desk. Visit from 7-10 p.m. and pick up some sugar while you study. Costumes optional. Have you seen the new banner around the library construction site? Tell us what you think…

October 25, 2016

Adjusted Study Space Hours

To those students who took our survey about study spaces: Thank you! After reviewing your responses to our survey, we know that a lot of you love the Mod Pod, and that you’re finding other places around campus to study. Many of you have taken advantage of outdoor study spaces (during the pleasant weather), but we know with the change of seasons, you will probably find yourselves moving indoors. Team Tutt will continue to keep an eye on how cooler temperatures affect use of indoor study spaces. Our record of students’ usage patterns shows that few students have been taking advantage of extended hours in the Seay Music Library…

October 13, 2016

Have You Found a Golden Ticket?

Keep your eye out for a special golden ticket the next time you pick up a library book.

October 6, 2016

More Frequent Book Retrieval Friday-Sunday of Third Week

Based on student feedback, we’ve adjusted the book retrieval schedule for expedited pick-up during the third weekend of the block. Starting next weekend, Friday, Oct. 14, the library team will offer an extra retrieval time on Fridays and expedited retrievals on Saturdays and Sundays during third week to best meet the needs of students. Team…

October 4, 2016

Taco Tuesday is TODAY 4-6 in the Mod Pod parking lot!

TACO TUESDAY IS TODAY! Swing by the QRC to study and get a coupon for a free taco plate from the taco truck TODAY! The taco truck will be here from 4 to 6 PM. Don’t wait until Tuesday to get your coupon. Pick one up now just for swinging by the QRC to study. The tacos are really delicious (I know I tried ’em) so don’t delay getting your ticket!

September 29, 2016

VR is Here: Experience Library’s New Technology

Immerse yourself in the planetary rotation of our solar system, experience an afternoon in Venice, or become surrounded by van Gogh’s artwork, all through virtual reality. You’ll have a chance to test out the new technology that will be available in the library at a virtual reality pop-up in Worner Campus Center Thursday, Oct. 6,…

Get Ready to #ChaseChas

A small, portable rendition of the Charles “Chas” Tutt statue is traveling around campus during the library project while the real sculpture is in storage. He visited the Hammock Village this week and has popped up in study spaces, athletic events, and other CC activities. Track him down, and you’ll win a prize!