- Insights on data sharing and reuse from Andres Martinez, research engineer by Qianjin Zhang on February 12, 2025 at 4:00 pm
To celebrate the International Love Data Week (Feb.10–14, 2025), Marina Zhang, engineering and information librarian at the University of Iowa Lichtenberger Engineering Library, spoke to Andres Martinez about his experience in data sharing and reuse; what suggestions he has for those who may own, […]
- For UI Libraries student employees, groundwork for success and epiphanies come with the jobby Natalee Dawson on February 10, 2025 at 10:21 pm
When the University of Iowa Libraries was established in 1855, its collection consisted of 50 books shelved in a room no larger than a broom closet. Over the past 170 years, the Libraries has developed into its current incarnation: a world-class system with seven campus libraries; a […]
- Celebrating Love Data Week 2025 with data curationby Amanda O'Brien on February 6, 2025 at 8:36 pm
Monday, Feb. 10, marks the start of International Love Data Week 2025! Love Data Week (Feb. 10–14) is a celebration of data, including data science and data management, held around Valentine’s Day every year. This year’s theme “Whose Data Is It, Anyway?” asks us to examine who owns data […]
- Spring semester in the Engineering Libraryby Amanda Gunnink on January 31, 2025 at 11:50 pm
Get involved at the Engineering Library this semester! Whether you choose to participate in a workshop, create some art at a Maker Break, or play some golf at the Engineering Open, there’s something for everyone! Engineering Open Join us on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, 1–3 p.m., as each College […]
- Two graduate student employees receive Academic Enrichment Awards from the UI Librariesby Krista Hershberger on January 30, 2025 at 4:12 pm
Each year, the University of Iowa Libraries recognizes two graduate student employees for their contributions to the institution and the library or department in which they work. Recipients of an Academic Enrichment Award (AEA) receive a scholarship of $2,500 and are selected by a committee based […]
- Student employee spotlight: Juliann Pawlowskiby Krista Hershberger on January 27, 2025 at 9:38 pm
Juliann Pawlowski studies biomedical engineering and works at the front desk of the Sciences Library. Originally from Plainfield, Illinois, she was drawn to the University of Iowa by its welcoming environment. Juliann quickly became involved in campus life when she arrived, joining the American […]
- 15 student library workers receive scholarships for 2024–25by Krista Hershberger on January 22, 2025 at 6:01 pm
We are proud to celebrate and learn from them as they share how their time in the Libraries has influenced their interests, wellbeing, and future plans. Be sure to congratulate the following students when you see them at the Libraries!
- Happiness is the right kind of toothbrush: community service and the Dental Hygiene Programby Anna Holland on January 9, 2025 at 5:57 pm
UI Dental Hygiene faculty and students understood that providing the best care meant connecting to the community they were serving. This approach to care influenced Iowans across the state, and students even after their graduation from the program.
- Inside the UI Libraries with Chris Childsby Krista Hershberger on January 7, 2025 at 10:18 pm
Inside the University of Iowa Libraries is your look behind-the-scenes to meet the people and discover the stories making our organization unique and valuable. From cutting-edge databases to rare books, join us to explore a world of research, preservation, and discovery that fosters student success […]
- Libraries Advancement Council’s fall 2024 meetingby Anne Bassett on January 3, 2025 at 6:14 pm
We were thrilled to host the University of Iowa Libraries Advancement Council (LAC) on campus Nov. 29–31, 2024, and already look forward to their next meeting, scheduled for April 2025. The LAC actively champions the Libraries and provides guidance and feedback to help UI Center for […]
- Here’s what entered the public domain in 2025by University of Iowa Libraries on January 1, 2025 at 7:54 pm
As of Jan. 1, 2025, all the books, films, songs, and art published in the 1920s or earlier are now public domain.
- Student employee spotlight: Charmirose “Sugar” Duranteby Natalee Dawson on December 17, 2024 at 8:33 pm
Charmirose “Sugar” Durante’s journey to the Rita Benton Music Library at the University of Iowa began an ocean away in her home country of the Philippines.
- Lawrence retires as director of Hardin Library for the Health Sciencesby University of Iowa Libraries on December 17, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Janna Lawrence retired as the director of the Hardin Library for the Health Sciences in November 2024. She was a cornerstone of Hardin Library for 17-and-a half-years, serving the last five years in the top leadership role as the director of Hardin with unparalleled dedication and vision for the […]
- Finals week fun at the Engineering Library by Amanda Gunnink on December 16, 2024 at 4:22 pm
Finals week is upon us and can be very intimidating. We are here for our students with extended hours, hot beverages, and fun surprises! We are open for late-night study sessions with space for individual and group study. Mon, Dec. 16–Thu, Dec. 19 | 8:30 a.m.–midnight Fri, Dec. 20 | 8:30 […]
- Student employee spotlight: Carson Hartzogby Natalee Dawson on December 10, 2024 at 5:11 pm
“There was a lot of fear for me in coming back to school,” says Hartzog. “I was a bit older than the average student and wasn’t sure how well I’d fit into the student culture. The Art Library was one of the first places I connected to on campus.”
- Inside the UI Libraries with Andrea Andersonby Krista Hershberger on December 4, 2024 at 5:27 pm
From teaching classes to providing support at the Just Ask Desk in the Main Library, Andrea helps students develop important research skills and fosters a sense of curiosity about the information around them.
- Register your team today for the Engineering Open by Amanda Gunnink on December 3, 2024 at 10:03 pm
Registration is now open for design teams to enter the 2025 Engineering Open mini golf design challenge. Teams will compete to design the best mini golf fairway, focusing on fun theming and creative building. Visit the event homepage for full rules and judging criteria. The event will take place on […]
- Student employee spotlight: Izabella Bottoby Natalee Dawson on November 20, 2024 at 6:07 pm
A conversation with Izabella Botto makes one thing immediately clear: Botto is a true believer in the Libraries.
- 2024 Capture Your Research winners announced by Amanda Gunnink on November 18, 2024 at 6:09 pm
Capture Your Research is an annual image competition that celebrates research across campus at the University of Iowa. On Tuesday, Nov. 12, we held the Capture Your Research Reception and Awards Ceremony. The top 25 images were displayed and awards were presented. Check out the gallery below to […]
- Gateway, Not Gatekeep: Penny Furgerson’s Gateway Dance Theatre of Des Moines, Iowaby Anna Holland on November 13, 2024 at 10:23 pm
In 1977, Des Moines civil rights activist, Edna Griffin, wrote a strongly worded opinion piece defending the a local dance studio, the Gateway Dance Theatre. But why? In this piece, IWA student assistant Kelly Kemp explores the connection between civil rights and dance through the papers of […]