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At the UW Libraries, enriching the student experience is a key priority when evaluating our spaces, services, and events. This year, we’re focusing on a key element of student success and happiness- wellness. Or, more specifically, supporting student wellness, wellbeing, and mental health. There are many student wellness resources across campus, but we want to make sure there are also resources available where students spend much of their time studying, resting, going to class and socializing – the Libraries. We’re…
October brings countless opportunities for you to explore and learn with the Libraries! Are you interested in learning about podcast creation? Applications for the popular Storytelling Fellows course are now open! International Open Access Week is the backdrop for a variety of events, guest speakers and free learning workshops. Don’t miss our incredible new exhibits showcasing some incredible items from the archives — from local plants to ancient Chinese manuscripts, and a look back at Seattle in the 1920’s. With…
Student Spotlight #4: Ally Okun By Crystal Yragui, Metadata Librarian & Interim Co-Head, Metadata & Cataloging Initiatives Unit · University of Washington Libraries You may be surprised to hear that before you can access a library resource when you need it, a lot of work must be done to get that resource into the UW Libraries catalog. A whole department of librarians, staff, and students are quietly working away behind the scenes to get new resources into the catalog and…
Special Collections’ new scheduling system optimizes retrieval times and research processes Over the past three years, the Special Collections team has been working to prepare, test and implement Aeon, an automated request and workflow management software specifically designed for special collections libraries and archives. The system officially launched in September, and it has not only transformed the retrieval process, but also includes many new features that improve the research experience for all users including: Reduction of appointment lead time from…
Updated 10/28/24 During this election cycle, the amount of news and information coming our way can be overwhelming. From knowing where to go to vote, to evaluating claims and misinformation, our Libraries guides and resources can help you navigate and find reliable sources. Explore these UW Library Resources: 2024 Election Guide: An extensive guide covering election information on how to register, campaign issues, and voting rights. Savvy Info Consumers: Evaluating Information: specific strategies for evaluating different types of sources…
Welcome, Huskies! Whether it’s your first or final year at UW, the Libraries will be an important part of your UW experience. This month is all about Dawg Daze! From library tours to karaoke, board games and prizes, the Libraries Dawg Daze are packed with fun and informative events for all interests. Don’t forget to bookmark our updated Student Guide and sign-up now for our annual Constitution Reading in early October. And remember…the UW Libraries are here for you, Huskies!…
The Research Communication and Equity Fellowship showcase at the UW Libraries’ Research Commons celebrates the academic and creative work of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) graduate students. The UW Libraries Research Commons is a space for interdisciplinary, innovative and collaborative student work. In its second year, the Research Communication and Equity Fellowship seeks to create a more equitable research environment by dedicating public space to highlight the research of BIPOC graduate students. The fellowship emphasizes graduate students engaged…
While fall quarter may seem far away, it will be here before you know it! Enjoy these final days of summer while also taking advantage of the great summer events this month for both faculty and students, including the popular Graduate Student Research Institute, and the UW Libraries Most Wanted, covering the UW community’s most requested research topics. We’re also very excited to announce our partnership with the Big Ten Academic Alliance! Keep reading to learn more about all of…
It’s July, Huskies! We hope you have been enjoying the sunny weather. Here’s a reminder that the UW Libraries is here for you throughout the summer, providing 24/7 help, research consultations, a rotation of interesting exhibits, book club and artist talks, and complete access to our collections. Recommended Reads for Equity Need a new read for the summer? Explore our crowd-sourced recommendation forum online and in Odegaard Library for books about equity, diversity, and inclusion. You can even submit your…
Happy June, Huskies! Can you believe it’s the end of the year? Congrats to all UW graduates on all of your amazing accomplishments! If you are graduating, please be sure to read our blog post below on maintaining benefits post-graduation! Whether you are heading out for summer break, are taking summer classes or embarking on post-UW life, keep in mind UW Libraries is here for you year-round, online and in-person. In addition to Special Collections’ fantastic exhibits and summer book…