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In October 2022, the Tateuchi East Asia Library (EAL) welcomed Professor Takahiro Sasaki. Professor Sasaki is the immediate former Director of the Keio Institute of Oriental Classics (Shido Bunko) at Keio University in Tokyo, Japan. He has been teaching and doing research at Shido Bunko for more than 20 years. The multi-day visit included a lecture, class visits, collection assessment, staff training and was part of the exchange program between the University of Washington and Keio University funded by a…
It’s only February, and yet spring and summer planning is in full swing! Don’t miss upcoming information sessions for an amazing (and FREE) summer study program. Start thinking about your I HEART UW Libraries Student Video Contest entries (and the chance to win some serious cash prizes!!) and get ahead of that winter quarter final project by connecting with a librarian NOW to help you map out your research plan. Celebrate Black History Month by sharing your favorite book, video,…
Pasta! Piazzas! Pianos! Imagine walking past the Pantheon on your way to class, stopping for a cappuccino, and walking up a marble stairwell to your classroom in a 15th century palazzo built on the foundations of a Roman temple to Venus*. If you are interested in music, history and have always wanted to go to Italy, a new study abroad adventure awaits with Music Rome: Traditional and Popular Music of Italy! Students will spend 4 weeks learning and living in…
Welcome back from winter break, Huskies! Hopefully you enjoyed time off to relax and refresh for the new year! If you finished a great book and are looking for another, be sure to check out our winter reading suggestions and book clubs –– a great opportunity to connect with others while enjoying a great read. New to UW? A warm welcome to all new students and faculty starting in winter quarter! If you haven’t already, be sure to bookmark UW…
Katy Pearce, an associate professor in the Department of Communication at the University of Washington (UW), is dedicated to advancing research in the field of social and political uses of technology, while also supporting students and colleagues. With a focus on digital divides and inequalities and the use of information and communication technologies for marginalized people and social movements in non-democratic states, Pearce is passionate about bridging the gap between the theoretical and lived experiences of people around the world….
Huskies, did you know– One of the biggest benefits of leisure reading is reduced academic stress? When you choose to read books you enjoy, you’ll probably be more motivated to take regular breaks from your academic work, helping you focus and also avoid burnout. Over winter break, we hope you’ll find time to catch up on a good read. Whether you are looking for a book recommendation, or opportunities to meet others and share your ideas on some thought-provoking books,…
Introducing….#LibraryDubs! Take a study break or celebrate the end of your finals — grab a selfie with our new friend, Library Dubs! You’ll usually find him near the main staircase in Suzzallo and in Odegaard Library. Tag your photo @uwlibraries #LibraryDubs for a chance to win a winter break prize pack! Finals, winter break and the holidays are upon us! In addition to monthly workshops, don’t forget to stop by the Allen Library lobby for our Wednesday concert series on…
The Libraries have been assessing all of our third-party subscription products for accessibility as defined by the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). We report our findings to the vendor and in many cases, this process has resulted in system-wide updates to the product that improve accessibility for all users/clients. While we do not have the resources to thoroughly test all of our subscriptions for accessibility, we do run a few basic tests to get a general idea of how accessible…
It’s NOVEMBER, Huskies! With Finals Week about a month away, be sure to see Finals Week Prep Tips and expanded Odegaard Library hours below. In this update you’ll also find new workshops and events you won’t want to miss– from Podcasting to Piranesi Book Club, a “totally awesome” homage to the ’90s (and Foster Business Library) and the kick-off to Fall 2022 Community Reads (open to all)! And if your favorite librarian made a significant contribution to your work, class…
Among the most significant actions for academia that came out of Washington DC this summer was one that will move support for Open Research in the U.S. forward by leaps and bounds. On August 25, the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP) issued a policy guidance memorandum on Ensuring Free, Immediate, and Equitable Access to Federally Funded Research. It expands a 2013 directive to Increase Access to the Results of Federally Funded Scientific Research and provides policy…