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December 1, 2025
UW Libraries Joins the BTAA-Geospatial Information Network
by Matt Parsons, Geospatial Data & Maps Librarian Reposted and edited from BTAA-GIN Collection Stories The University of Washington Libraries has recently joined the BTAA-Geospatial Information Network (GIN). The Big Ten Academic Alliance Geoportal is open to all with the goal to support the geospatial research community by increasing discoverability and access to geospatial resources. …
November 1, 2025
Preparing for Finals Week: UW Libraries 10 Tips for Success
While many students think of libraries as places to study and access research materials, UW Libraries provides many services and support for students year-round! Be sure to bookmark this page and learn more about these time-saving resources to help you succeed and stress less during finals! In addition, Odegaard Library will extend hours during end-of-…
October 29, 2025
November Update
November (aka the official start of sweater and soup season) has definitely arrived in the Pacific Northwest! By this time of year, your schedules have probably become routine, but there is always something new to discover at UW Libraries. Even though family weekend is over, our UW Family Trivia Contest runs through the end of…
Top Ten Things I Wish I Knew My First Year
UW Libraries are so much more than study space and books! Students often tell us they wish they had known more about Libraries’ services at the start of their UW journey. So check out these tips and remember, we’re here to help–just ASK US! 1.Librarians (humans) can help you find things that Google can’t. Really….
September 23, 2025
October Update
Welcome, Huskies! Fall is in the air, campus is buzzing with activity, and UW Libraries is here to help you prepare for the first day of class and the year ahead! Be sure to bookmark UW Libraries Self-Guided Tour as well as the helpful introductory Faculty Guide and Student Guides for great resources and tips on…
March 10, 2025
Rocket Men
How former UW reporters launched a generation of influencers (before there were influencers) Last month, UW Libraries hosted a special reception for its exhibit Celebrating The Rocket, on display in Allen Library’s north lobby through February 15, 2025. Amidst a Seattle music soundtrack spun by “DJ Vallier” (aka faculty and curator for UW Ethnomusicology Archives),…
January 31, 2025
Black History Month 2025
In honor of Black History Month, take a moment to explore some of the incredible history-makers and historical resources that celebrate the incredible contributions of Black leaders, academics and artists who have made an impact in our community, and the world. From podcasts to poetry, music, film and books, many of the works listed here…
January 9, 2025
Celebrating MLK
updated 1/2025 In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. day, UW Libraries encourages you to explore resources within our collections and across campus that reflect Dr. King’s work and collective efforts to combat racism, inequality, and injustice in our community and beyond. NEW for 2025- Waves of Inspiration: How Liberation Movements Inspire and Effect Global…
October 29, 2024
Maps, Yeah Yeah Yeah
Okay, so we aren’t talking about the resurgence of the 2003 song, “Maps” by the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, but that would make for a fascinating research project on music history. We are talking about actual, physical maps! Thousands of them! Did you know – the University of Washington Libraries Special Collections Division’s Rare Map Collection…
October 28, 2024
Supporting Student Wellness (and a Cat Naming Contest!)
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…
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