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”
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Inside the UI Libraries with Christine Bellomy
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 through countless touchpoints. Christine Bellomy is a library cataloger byContinue reading “Inside the UI Libraries with Christine Bellomy”
For UI Libraries student employees, groundwork for success and epiphanies come with the job
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 state-of-the-art, high-density print preservation facility; and a museum-qualityContinue reading “For UI Libraries student employees, groundwork for success and epiphanies come with the job”
15 student library workers receive scholarships for 2024–25
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!
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”
Here’s what entered the public domain in 2025
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” Durante
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 Sciences
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 organization. During her tenure at HardinContinue reading “Lawrence retires as director of Hardin Library for the Health Sciences”
Inside the UI Libraries with Andrea Anderson
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.
Student employee spotlight: Izabella Botto
A conversation with Izabella Botto makes one thing immediately clear: Botto is a true believer in the Libraries.