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Women’s History Resources in GALILEO

Posted: February 22, 2012

In honor of Women's History Month, here are a few resources in GALILEO to help you find the stories of women throughout history. Encyclopædia Britannica offers a spotlight on women, Encyclopædia Britannica Profiles 300 Women Who Changed…

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Happy Birthday, Galileo Galilei!

Posted: February 15, 2012

On this day in 1564, Galileo Galilei was born in Pisa, Italy. To read about his life, see the Galileo Galilei article in Encyclopædia Britannica, or read through these articles in History Reference Center for a more in-depth look at this…

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Find Presidents in GALILEO

Posted: February 13, 2012

In honor of President's Day this month, it seems fitting to highlight some of the great resources in GALILEO that provide biographical information on our nation's presidents. Encyclopædia Britannica includes articles on all presidents from…

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How is Legislation Made in Georgia?

Posted: February 01, 2012

With the Georgia General Assembly in session, you may have been seeing news stories about bills going through the Georgia House of Representatives or the Georgia State Senate. If you've ever wondered about the process of how a bill becomes a law in…

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Staying Active in the Cold Weather

Posted: January 25, 2012

Winter sports offer a fun opportunity to stay active in winter. From skiing to ice skating and from hockey to snowboarding, there are many different ways to enjoy the winter season. Encyclopædia Britannica is a great place to learn about…