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Ohio University Libraries announces deaccessioning project, explains how it will work

November 05, 2025

Over the course of calendar year 2026, Ohio University Libraries will be removing items from the physical collection of the Alden Library. This is being done for several reasons.
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OHIO Zanesville to host Banned Book Café in celebration of Banned Books Week

September 30, 2025

The Rising Educators of Ohio University Zanesville, in partnership with the Muskingum County Library System, will present a Banned Book Café on Thursday, Oct. 2, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the Zanesville Campus Library.
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University Libraries adds powerful AI search engine for academic research

September 23, 2025

The OHIO community now has premium-level access to Consensus, an AI tool designed for researchers and grounded in real, citable sources, via the University Libraries. 

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GIS Day 2025: Learn about geography and the real-world applications of Geographic Information Systems

GIS Day 2025

November 12, 2025

GIS Day is coming to Ohio University on Nov. 18. See how University Libraries and its three OHIO partners created a day in celebration of geography for all students and faculty.

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Dads go to the green at Alden Library

November 11, 2025

Alden Library hosted its annual Alden Open event on Saturday, Nov. 1, during Dads Weekend. Check out some exciting moments enjoyed by students and parents alike.

Materials from the 2025 Ohio University Homecoming Display at Alden Library

Homecoming arrives at Alden Library: a multi-generational event in pictures

October 29, 2025

Alden Library’s annual Homecoming display featured decades of historical materials for alumni and students, linking OHIO’s commitment to educational excellence across generations.

Events

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Sustainability Series: BEEN HERE STAY HERE Wednesday, November 12 7:00 PM — 8:30 PM Athena Cinema
OHIO GIS Day Tuesday, November 18 10:00 AM — 5:00 PM Baker University Center

Exhibits

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A Glance into Manuscript & Printed Leaves from 1200-1700 (virtual) Wednesday, November 12 All Day
Athens Mental Health Center Archives and Infographics Exhibit Wednesday, November 12 All Day Alden Library
Exhibit: Alphabets @ Alden Wednesday, November 12 All Day Alden Library
Exhibit: Enslavement & Abolition in Antebellum Texts & Contemporary Artists’ Books Wednesday, November 12 All Day Alden Library
Marching 110: 50 Years of Women Wednesday, November 12 All Day Alden Library
Venturing Into Voting Wednesday, November 12 All Day Alden Library