RIT Libraries Resource of the Month: Panara InfoGuide and Book Talk (September 2025)

Learn more about the first Deaf professor at RIT/NTID, Dr. Robert F. Panara. There are several exhibits (Dyer Arts, RADSCC, and RIT Museum) showcasing his life and contributions. Discussion of InfoGuide resources and his biography, "Teaching from the Heart and Soul: the Robert F. Panara Story" by Dr. Harry Lang, retired NTID professor, will be covered. The e-Book, available with an unlimited license, is now available.

Flyer description:

The poster background is deep blue with patterns of wavy white lines scattered across the bottom edge and along the sides, resembling flowing motion.

At the top, in bold white capital letters, it reads:
"EXPLORE THE LIFE OF"
Below that, the name "ROBERT F. PANARA" is printed in very large bold white letters, spanning nearly the entire width of the poster.

On the right side, there is a large black-and-white photograph of Robert F. Panara. He is an older man wearing a suit, tie, and glasses. He is mid-gesture, with his right hand raised, palm open, as if signing or addressing an audience. His left hand is bent near his waist. A thin yellow outline traces his body, and small curved yellow lines around his hands emphasize expressive movement.

On the left side, white and light blue text provides exhibit information:

Hands in Motion: Celebrating Robert F. Panara (1920–2014)
September 2025–May 2026, Wallace Library, 3rd floor
Opening reception: Sept 11, 2pm
Beneath this is a small blue box with a QR code and text:
“Scan QR code to register for the reception.”

A Fearless Trailblazer: Dr. Robert F. Panara
June 30–September 19, RIT/NTID Dyer Arts Center, LBJ Building
Closing reception: Sept 19, 4:30pm
The Deaf Beat Summit: An Explosion of ASL Poetry
September–May 2026, RADSCC, Wallace Library, 1st floor
At the bottom left corner, the logos of RIT Archives and National Technical Institute for the Deaf appear in white.

Overall, the poster conveys movement, energy, and celebration through its bold blue color, wavy patterns, and emphasis on Robert Panara’s expressive presence.

Registration date is 9/17/2025