The University of Iowa Libraries invites faculty, staff, students, and the community to celebrate the annual International Edible Books 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 as shapes and/orContinue reading “Check out books and eat them too… Edible Books Festival, April 1”
Category Archives: Main Library
Pick up your copy of the U.S. Constitution, Sept 17
September 17th marks the 226th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution. If you haven’t read the Constitution, now is your chance to get your very own copy to celebrate Constitution Day. Thanks to Representative Dave Loebsack, you can pick up a pocket-sized copy at the following locations tomorrow – while supplies last: AlthoughContinue reading “Pick up your copy of the U.S. Constitution, Sept 17”
Finals To-Do List: Pet a Dog on Tue, May 7 and Mon, May 13 from 4-7p
Big dogs, small dogs and everything in between from the Therapy Dogs of Johnson County will be in the Main Library for a finals study break on Tuesday, May 7 and Monday, May 13 from 4-7 p.m. in the Main Library rm 2032 (conference room adjacent to large computer lab). Therapy Dogs of Johnson CountyContinue reading “Finals To-Do List: Pet a Dog on Tue, May 7 and Mon, May 13 from 4-7p”
Madison Street entrance construction to begin next week
Within the next week work will begin constructing the new entrance to the library and learning commons on Madison Street. Because of this, Madison Street will be reduced to two lanes. At this time we are not sure how long Madison St. will be affected by this project. When the Learning Commons opens there willContinue reading “Madison Street entrance construction to begin next week”
Celebrating Pi Day with…
Pie, of course. Before you head out for Spring Break, stop by the UI Libraries on Thursday, March 14 for the celebration. Grab an apple tartlet at: Art Library 9:15am & 1:45pm Hardin Library for the Health Sciences 1:59pm until gone Lichtenberger Engineering Library 1:59pm – 4:00pm Main Library 1:59pm – 2:59pm Pomerantz Business Library 10:00am untilContinue reading “Celebrating Pi Day with…”
Elevator B in Main Library Out of Service
The northwest elevator (B) in the Main Library is currently out of service for leveling problems. It is being adjusted and will be operational again soon.
DVD Quick Pick Up at Main Library
No more waiting around to pick up DVDs at the Main Library. Just request them online and have them waiting for you. The DVD collection located in the Main Library consists of over 18,000 titles, ranging from documentaries to tv shows. Delivery to your closest library as well as to the North Circulation desk withinContinue reading “DVD Quick Pick Up at Main Library”
Intriguing Ink: Newspapers and Pamphlets from 1812
What was happening in the world of print in 1812? Special Collections & University Archives are hosting an open house featuring the newspapers, pamphlets, and books published in 1812. This event is part of the series of 1812 events around Iowa City for the 200th anniversary of both Napoleon’s failed campaign in Russia and theContinue reading “Intriguing Ink: Newspapers and Pamphlets from 1812”
Learning Commons @ your library
In the fall of 2013, University of Iowa students will discover a tech-infused, 24-hour, comfy study space and one-stop academic help center…with good coffee. Designed with significant student input, the new Learning Commons will provide an “intellectual hub” with room for 500-plus students. The 37,000-square-foot facility in the Main Library is the product of aContinue reading “Learning Commons @ your library”
Furniture is Here!
Many of Main Library staff on the first floor will be moving to renovated space on the fifth to make room for Learning Commons. The fifth floor space has been under construction since early spring and today the furniture is being moved in. The movers will be using the southeast elevator (D) to transport the furniture upstairs.Continue reading “Furniture is Here!”