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KU Libraries now accepting applications for Sprints Week 2022
The University of Kansas Libraries are now accepting applications for Sprints Week 2022 — a program that offers faculty and academic staff the opportunity to team up with librarians on a research or teaching project. ...
KU Libraries, The Commons to host presentation by author Andrew Hoffman on January 13
The University of Kansas Libraries and The Commons will present the Engaged Leaders Series, a virtual lecture program on Thursday, January 13, featuring author Andrew Hoffman. In his keynote address, which is open to all KU faculty, staff and students, Hoffman will discuss the research around his book, “The Engaged...
KU Libraries name Letha Johnson University Archivist
The University of Kansas Libraries announce that Assistant Librarian Letha Johnson has been selected to serve as University Archivist, responsible for curating all items that help preserve the history of KU. Currently, Johnson works for KU Libraries as curator of the Kansas Collection. She previously served as the associate archivist...
KU Libraries announce 2021 Shulenburger Award for Innovation & Advocacy in Scholarly Communication
During International Open Access Week, October 25-29, KU Libraries granted the 2021 David Shulenburger Award for Innovation & Advocacy in Scholarly Communication to two recipients — the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare and KU Assistant Specialist & Introductory Course Director Dr. Meggie Mapes. ...
KU Libraries, Spencer Museum present exhibition highlighting work of Kansas artist and art therapist Mary Huntoon
The University of Kansas Libraries, in collaboration with the Spencer Museum of Art, will open a new exhibition in Kenneth Spencer Research Library on August 23. “Mary Huntoon: Artist & Art Therapist” features collection objects from both KU Libraries and the Spencer Museum. ...
KU Libraries, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences present digital exhibition: “A Story of Research”
The University of Kansas Libraries, in partnership with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, created a new digital exhibition featuring the story of the KU Research Excellence Initiative (REI). “A Story of Research” highlights the REI effort, which was made possible through the generosity of select College alumni funders...
Rare Jayhawk images from University Archives face off in March Madness bracket challenge
Ever since the term “Jayhawk” was coined in 1848, University of Kansas enthusiasts have crafted creative images of the mythical bird. In celebration of the iconic mascot, the University of Kansas Libraries will host a Jayhawk March Madness competition in alignment with the 2021 NCAA men’s basketball tournament, March 14-April...
KU Libraries accepting applications for research, teaching grant opportunities focused on "Generous Thinking"
The University of Kansas Libraries are pleased to announce several research and teaching grant opportunities for KU faculty and academic staff. In conjunction with Kathleen Fitzpatrick’s upcoming Jan. 27 presentation to the KU community, the Research Sprints and Information Literacy mini-grant committees welcome applications that expand upon Fitzpatrick’s vision of...
KU Libraries, The Commons to host presentation by author Kathleen Fitzpatrick on Jan. 27
The University of Kansas Libraries and The Commons will host a keynote presentation by Kathleen Fitzpatrick, author of “Generous Thinking: A Radical Approach to Saving the University,” on Wednesday, January 27, 9:30 a.m., via Zoom. ...
KU Libraries announce winter schedule for 2020-21
The University of Kansas Libraries will continue to keep all locations open and services active throughout the remainder of the fall 2020 semester and winter intersession, with the exception of the university-wide winter break closure. ...
KU Libraries receive $350,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities
The University of Kansas Libraries are pleased to have received a $350,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. The NEH Sustaining Cultural Heritage Collections grant will help improve the physical environment in the collection storage areas of Kenneth Spencer Research Library — meeting a long-term goal of the...
KU Libraries faculty, staff recognized at annual award celebration
The University of Kansas Libraries are proud to announce the recipients of the libraries’ 2020 faculty and staff awards. Four outstanding employees were formally recognized at the 14th annual Celebration of Excellence event on September 29. ...
KU Libraries to celebrate Open Access Week with virtual office hours
The University of Kansas Libraries will celebrate the 13th annual International Open Access Week October 19-23 by offering virtual office hours for KU faculty, staff and students to learn about the benefits of open scholarship and practices. ...
Easing the transition: How open resources support shifts to online, hybrid instruction at the University of Kansas
The global coronavirus pandemic has caused a series of unforeseen challenges for universities and colleges throughout the spring and summer of 2020. In late March, the developing response to the spread of COVID-19 forced campuses around the world to close their buildings and swiftly transition to online teaching. But for...
KU Libraries announce changes for Spahr Engineering Library
The University of Kansas Libraries, in coordination with the School of Engineering, have initiated a reconfiguration plan for Spahr Engineering Library, including the reallocation of physical resources and spaces. ...
Deborah Dandridge selected as 2020 recipient of the Dorothy Porter Wesley Award
The University of Kansas Libraries are pleased to announce that Deborah Dandridge, African American Experience curator, is the 2020 recipient of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) Information Professionals’ Dorothy Porter Wesley Award. ...
KU Libraries pause services on Friday, June 19, for reflection, healing and learning
The University of Kansas Libraries will pause all current services on Friday, June 19. ...
KU Libraries announce expanded resources and services part of gradual campus reopening plan
KU Libraries, in line with phased reopening standards set by the University of Kansas (pdf), are reactivating a number of on-campus library functions. ...
KU Libraries announce spring 2020 Textbook Heroes
The University of Kansas Libraries are pleased to announce the newest cohort of Textbook Heroes. The spring 2020 honorees are Meggie Mapes, introductory course director, Communication Studies; Marsha McCartney, teaching specialist, Department of Psychology; and Margie Sheppard, donor and chair, KU Libraries Board of Advocates. ...
KU Libraries granted emergency temporary digital access to copyrighted books through HathiTrust digital library
The University of Kansas Libraries have activated HathiTrust’s Emergency Temporary Access Service. The Emergency Temporary Access Service permits special access for HathiTrust member libraries that suffer an involuntary, temporary disruption to normal operations — such as closure for a public health emergency — requiring the library to be closed to...
Engaging with Open: KU Libraries support student success through open educational resources" event to be held March 3
The University of Kansas Libraries are pleased to host “Engaging with Open: KU Libraries support student success through open educational resources,” an event focused on exploring how the cost of educational resources impacts students on the KU campus. ...
February events explore the Black experience
This February, the University of Kansas Libraries invite you to focus on the Black experience through several upcoming events. ...
64th Annual Snyder Book Collecting Contest accepting submissions
KU Libraries are now accepting submissions for the 64th annual Snyder Book Collecting Contest. All KU students — graduate and undergraduate — are eligible and encouraged to enter. ...
"Rightfully Yours: KU Campus and Community Scholars Consider U.S. Voting Rights" exhibition to open Feb. 6 in Haricombe Gallery
The University of Kansas Libraries will open a new exhibition in the Haricombe Gallery this February. “Rightfully Yours: KU Campus and Community Scholars Consider U.S. Voting Rights” is developed in conjunction with KU’s centennial celebration of the 19th Amendment. ...
KU Libraries accepting applications for fifth annual Research Sprints
The University of Kansas Libraries are now accepting applications for the fifth annual Research Sprints — a program offering faculty and academic staff the opportunity to work intensively with a dedicated team of expert librarians for one week on a research or instruction project. ...
KU Libraries announce winter closures
The University of Kansas Libraries will close several locations on the Lawrence campus for winter break. Anschutz, Spahr Engineering, Music & Dance and the Art & Architecture Libraries, as well as Kenneth Spencer Research Library, will be closed Dec. 21-Jan. 1. Watson Library will be closed on weekends and Dec. ...
KU Libraries announce 2019 Shulenburger Award for Innovation & Advocacy in Scholarly Communication
KU Libraries are pleased to announce the 2019 David Shulenburger Award for Innovation & Advocacy in Scholarly Communication was awarded posthumously to James Sterbenz, professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science. Sterbenz passed away in February 2019. ...
KU Libraries will host “Capoeira and Globalization" presentation on Oct. 23
LAWRENCE — KU Libraries will host a Gallery Lecture Series presentation by Luciano Tosta, associate professor of Brazilian literature & culture in the Department of Spanish & Portuguese. The presentation, titled “Capoeira and Globalization,” is the first lecture in the fall Gallery Lecture Series lineup and will take place at...
Library faculty, staff recognized at annual award celebration
The 2019 University of Kansas Libraries faculty and staff award winners were formally recognized at the 13th annual Celebration of Excellence event on September 26. ...
Watson Library carrels project earns merit award for KU Arc/D students at AIA Kansas
The University of Kansas Libraries, along with the School of Architecture & Design, are pleased to announce that a class of KU Arc/D students received an award from the American Institute of Architects Kansas (AIA Kansas) for the renovation of study carrels in Watson Library. ...