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Science & Engineering Library?
A History of the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering, 1888-2006: a new exhibit
Electrical Engineering has been taught on the Twin Cities campus for 120 years. A new exhibit based on James Leger's book 'A History of the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering, 1888-2006' is now in the Great Hall on the second floor of Walter Library.
Learn how the Department has grown from five rooms in Eddy Hall to a state-of-the-art facility on Washington Ave. How did the student radio station, KUOM, originate? And where was Animal House on campus in 1922? Find out in this new exhibit!
Upcoming Science Workshops: 
Events across the U Libraries:
Next event: Spring 2009
32 teams of IT students compete for prizes, bragging rights. Their science and popular knowledge is tested in this annual double-elimination tournament.
The 5th annual University Libraries' Science Quiz Bowl kicked off IT Week on February 17 with a record 34 teams teams playing a double-elimination tournament in Walter Library. "Bob Saget" bested "The Red Wagon" in the final game on February 19 to become the Science Quiz Bowl Champions! Congratulations to both teams. Check the 2008 tournament grid (final) to see how your favorite team did.
Science Quiz Bowl website
Next event: Spring 2009
Each spring, the Science & Engineering Library showcases University teaching, learning and research in the physical sciences and engineering, offering fascinating presentations and lively discussions.
