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April 21, 2021

In your words: students and faculty ‘HEART’ UW Libraries

UW Libraries just announced the winners of the 2021 I HEART UW Libraries Student Video Contest!   First place winner, undergraduate student Jillian Templeton shows us that no matter what – the Libraries are always here to help!  Thanks to all the students for your creative ideas, highlighting the many ways UW Libraries supports students,…

March 30, 2021

UW Libraries April Update

Independent Study Space @ the Research Commons is open in a limited capacity! We are excited to welcome students back to a dedicated space for quiet, independent study on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to start. Reservations are required. Learn more. Planning updates: Our COVID Update page has all the latest information on Libraries reopening plans and…

March 1, 2021

Top 5 OER tips for Huskies – Celebrating Open Education Week

This week, March 1-5, 2021, is Open Education Week, an annual global celebration of open education efforts, including open courses, open textbooks, and other open educational resources (OER).  OER and textbook affordability go hand in hand. OER are free or extremely low cost by definition. When courses are taught using open textbooks and other OER,…

January 15, 2021

Community Reads 2021: Environmental Justice

UW Bothell and Cascadia College Campus Library’s Community Reads program strives to build community through shared intellectual experiences and discussions around social justice, equity, and diversity.  With something new to read, watch, and listen to each quarter– participants get a variety of perspectives and mediums to engage with. Although this year’s digital interactions may look…

September 24, 2020

Welcome, Huskies: A Message from the Dean

Hello Huskies! On behalf of UW Libraries–16 libraries across 3 campuses—a warm welcome to all new and returning students, faculty and staff. The start of the fall quarter always feels like a jumping off point – a time to learn new things, make new connections and refocus. The current remote learning circumstances are creating more…

UW Libraries Curbside Pick-Up Update

The first group of UW Libraries employees entered the Libraries for the first time just over a month ago. They have been working diligently to assess and build systems to allow for expanded services. Earlier this month, book drops were opened.  We understand our users are eager to access physical materials, and the next service we plan to launch is curbside pick-up.  Our team is currently working on testing and final logistics to…

September 14, 2020

Dawg Daze With UW Libraries

Hey New and Returning Students! We know you’re excited to start the new quarter at UW, and we are too! Although the library buildings aren’t open right now, the Libraries staff have been busy creating some fun Dawg Daze events online to welcome you and help you get oriented to the great resources and services…

August 7, 2020

A Message for Undergrads!

Dear UW Undergraduate Students : We are experiencing the dual pandemics of COVID-19 and racial injustice and violence together, but in very different ways. We hear your concerns, we stand with you, and we are humbled by your resilience. Although this year is not like any other year, the UW Libraries is here to support…

May 21, 2020

The Magic of UW InterLibrary Loan

Interlibrary Loan (ILL) is magical! I don’t just believe that ILL is magical because this is the work that I do, but it is the opinion of others as well.  We hear that phrase a lot from our users, especially in this remote learning environment. Interlibrary Loan has always been committed to helping the UW…

May 20, 2020

2020 UW Libraries Student Video Contest Winners Announced!

The annual UW Libraries Student Video Contest asks students to create original videos showcasing the Libraries through the lens of student experience. Across all three campuses, UW Libraries is the “heart” of the University – our people, places, resources and programs support students, faculty and our local community in so many ways. As this year’s…