The University of Iowa Libraries has launched an online site that presents the history of the 1958 Explorer I satellite mission and the role played by UI astrophysicist James Van Allen in its success. The site, Explorer’s Legacy, chronicles the mission that led to the first scientific discovery of the space age when Van Allen identified the radiationContinue reading “UI Libraries Launches Explorer’s Legacy Website”
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SuDocs Have Moved!
The University of Iowa Libraries is a congressionally designated depository for U.S. federal government information. This collection of print publications (classified with the Superintendent of Documents or SuDocs scheme) was recently moved from the third floor to the northwest corner of the fifth floor in the Main Library. Not only is the space on theContinue reading “SuDocs Have Moved!”
Learning Commons Available to Faculty for Class Presentations
Are you seeking opportunities for your students to become confident, eloquent, and engaging public speakers? I’d like to invite you to use the Learning Commons for your class presentations! The Learning Commons has six reservable group areas, each equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including 80-inch monitors. Laptops, cables & slide advancers are available for check outContinue reading “Learning Commons Available to Faculty for Class Presentations”
University of Iowa Libraries to host Shakespeare’s First Folio exhibition in 2016
Traveling exhibit to mark the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death The University of Iowa Libraries has been selected as the host site for the state of Iowa for First Folio! The Book that Gave Us Shakespeare, a national traveling exhibition of the Shakespeare First Folio, one of the world’s most treasured books. The Folger ShakespeareContinue reading “University of Iowa Libraries to host Shakespeare’s First Folio exhibition in 2016”
Make your own books, and eat them, too.… Edible Book Festival, April 1
The University of Iowa Libraries invites faculty, staff, students, and the Iowa City community to celebrate the annual International Edible Book Festival April 1 by crafting a delicious book to share and, of course, eat. To participate, follow two simple rules: entries must be edible, and they must have something to do with books asContinue reading “Make your own books, and eat them, too.… Edible Book Festival, April 1”
Student Work in the Public Sphere: A Learning Commons Workshop
Time: Friday, February 20th from 1:30-4:30pm Location: Main Library Learning Commons Students look at and treat assignments differently when those assignments culminate in the dynamic presentation of their work in a public space. Faculty can use assignments and projects to encourage students to engage with the spaces and people around them This workshop hosted byContinue reading “Student Work in the Public Sphere: A Learning Commons Workshop”
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the University of Iowa Main Library
Have you been searching for a good book to spend Valentine’s Day with? Want to use your card game skills to attract a mate? Looking for a rare book to discuss over dinner with that special someone? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you should stop by the UI Main Library this week toContinue reading “Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the University of Iowa Main Library”
Main Library North Entrance Without ADA Access through September 2015
ADA access via the North entrance of the Main Library will not be available during construction of the new Main Library Exhibit Space next to Shambaugh Auditorium. Regular access will be available through one of the North entrance doors. Patrons needing ADA access are directed to use the East and South doors. This restriction will remain inContinue reading “Main Library North Entrance Without ADA Access through September 2015”
Library Exhibit Space Renovation to Begin Monday, December 22
Construction on the Main Library Exhibit Space – Room 1001 next to Shambaugh Auditorium – begins on Monday, December 22nd. Workers will be installing barriers and pathways inside and outside the north entrance, with demolition also scheduled to begin next week and continue over winter break. At this point in time, at least one north door will remain available forContinue reading “Library Exhibit Space Renovation to Begin Monday, December 22”