About Hannon Library
The Hannon Library is integral to the success of all learners at Southern Oregon University. We advance information literacy and lifelong learning by teaching diverse learners to navigate and understand increasingly complex information environments. We embrace new information technologies and are committed to providing equitable access to extensive electronic and print collections. We commit to excellence in service, programming, and outreach that furthers intellectual growth.
Music at the Close
Displays & Exhibits, Events & Programs, Library CollectionsIn honor of the 400th anniversary of the death of Shakespeare, SOU’s Hannon Library will host an afternoon of Shakespearean highlights, featuring Geoff Ridden. April 20, 2016 4:00 PM Meese Room free parking Geoff Ridden is an actor, musician, and Shakespeare scholar. Ridden will discuss and perform music from Shakespeare’s plays. Following the presentation, Hannon Library’s Special […]
Terrace is Open
Library NewsThe groundhog’s not scared anymore, the college kids are gossiping about their week in Cancun, and you’re seeing people in shorts and t-shirts for the first time in months. Spring has finally sprung into Southern Oregon, and we’re excited about it here at Hannon Library With the coming of warmer weather, the Meese Terrace on the […]
Renaissance Recorder Music
Events & ProgramsOn April 5th at noon in the rotunda, the library will host a rendition of classical French songs played on Renaissance recorders. The musical group, Ensemble Fontegara, will play several French Renaissance dance movements as well as parts from Mellange de Chanson, a 1572-piece by LeRoy and Ballard. Ensemble Fontegara is directed by Pat O’Scannell […]
Quiet & Finals Weeks
Library NewsIt’s that time again… Quiet Week at SOU, or, as the less politically correct students refer to it, dead week. This week has gained its nickname from the feeling students get after staying up all night writing essays, working on final projects, studying for tests… all on top of whatever other responsibilities they have. SOU’s […]
Ensemble Fontegara: Renaissance Recorders
Events & ProgramsHannon’s Music in the Library series presents Ensemble Fontegara: Renaissance Recorders Friday, March 4 12:30 – 1:30 PM Library Rotunda a program of Renaissance dance music directed by Pat O’Scannell, featuring Stephen Bacon, Karen Basin and Kevin Woven. This performance is free and open to the public. Sponsored by Hannon Library and MUSICA MATRIX—bringing Early Music […]
Mastering Archives
Library NewsWith the memories of Hannon Library when it was freshly built in her head, SOU graduate Erin Ferrarelli returned to the place where she spent countless study hours, as our newest Special Collections intern. For Erin, it’s an interesting experience to work at the place where she spent so much time as a […]
SOU Super Tuesday
Displays & Exhibits, Events & ProgramsCome and vote in the SOU Super Tuesday primary at Hannon Library! This Super Tuesday game will go on for the entire month of March. At the end of month we’ll tally the votes and announce the results. Visit the election display located on the first floor of the library, in front of the Reference Desk. It’s a […]