When the University of Iowa Libraries first received James Dixon’s papers in 2021, Katie Buehner knew there was a story waiting to be told about his adventurous international conducting career and lasting impact on orchestras and musicians at home in Iowa. As director of the Rita Benton Music Library, Buehner worked with Carey Bostian andContinue reading “Celebrating Iowa conductor James Dixon”
Author Archives: Anne Bassett
Phillips reflects on role as chair of the UI Libraries Advancement Council
Years before becoming a member of the University of Iowa Libraries Advancement Council (LAC), Linda “Lin” Bousfield was a student employee in what was then the Periodicals Department. The opportunity made an indelible impact on her life and career. “Were it not for that job, I could not have afforded a college education,” she says.Continue reading “Phillips reflects on role as chair of the UI Libraries Advancement Council”
UI Libraries celebrates investiture of Orazem in second endowed position
This position, endowed by the philanthropic support of longtime Iowa legislator Jean Lloyd-Jones and her granddaughter Michal Eynon-Lynch, is charged with collecting, preserving, and sharing with a broad audience the history of Iowa women in politics.
Christie Krugler reflects on role as chair of the Libraries Advancement Council
The University of Iowa will always hold a special place in Christie Krugler’s heart.
Update creates better access to some UI Libraries e-resources
Accessing some e-resources from the University of Iowa Libraries is becoming easier thanks to a new user interface. The resources involved are provided by EBSCO, which offers access to more than 100 Libraries research databases spanning all subject areas. The transition happens on May 26, 2025. You will still use the same login credentials for yourContinue reading “Update creates better access to some UI Libraries e-resources “
Storey, Peterson recognized for outstanding contributions to UI Libraries
The University of Iowa Libraries honored two staff members with new awards in spring 2025. The recipients were selected by a committee, which reviewed nominations submitted by Libraries colleagues, and recognized during an awards reception. Kevin StoreyDistinguished Service Award As a collections and delivery assistant at the Libraries , Kevin Storey plays a crucial roleContinue reading “Storey, Peterson recognized for outstanding contributions to UI Libraries”
Riordan receives 2024 Benton University Librarian’s Award for Excellence
Elizabeth Riordan has been named the 2024 recipient of the Arthur Benton University Librarian’s Award for Excellence in recognition of her commitment to student and faculty success, elevating the visibility of distinctive collections, and helping people of all ages connect with the University of Iowa Libraries. Riordan currently serves as lead outreach and engagement librarianContinue reading “Riordan receives 2024 Benton University Librarian’s Award for Excellence”
Remembering Pam Spitzmueller
We are saddened by the news of Pamela Spitzmueller passing on March 13, 2025. Pam was the University of Iowa Libraries’ second conservator, serving from 1989–1999. After leaving Iowa, Pam was the chief conservator for Special Collections in the Harvard University and College Libraries where she directed the Special Collections Conservation Lab in the WeissmanContinue reading “Remembering Pam Spitzmueller”
Libraries Advancement Council’s fall 2024 meeting
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 Advancement efforts to increase support through fundraising, advocacy, and engagement.Continue reading “Libraries Advancement Council’s fall 2024 meeting”
Davis named interdisciplinary area director for HASTAC
Jade E. Davis, associate university librarian for teaching, learning, and research at the University of Iowa Libraries, was selected to serve as the interdisciplinary area director of digital learning impact and libraries for HASTAC, the world’s first and oldest academic social network. HASTAC (Humanities, Arts, Science, and Technology Alliance and Collaboratory or “Haystack”) is aContinue reading “Davis named interdisciplinary area director for HASTAC”