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  • Libraries improve user experience with Library Search platform updates

    June 26, 2026

    Library Search has been updated with a refined look and new features that enhance the user search experience.

    Read more about the updates
  • University Libraries Announces 2026 Student Expo Library Awardees

    May 4, 2026

    Six awardees received cash prizes from Ohio University Libraries for outstanding student work at the 2026 Student Expo.

    Learn about the Awardees
  • Meet the 2026 Friends of the Libraries Scholarship Winners

    April 15, 2026

    Meet the three student employees at the Libraries who earned the Friends of the Libraries Scholarship.

    Read about the scholarship winners
  • Open Education Week 2026 is March 2nd to 6th

    March 1, 2026

    This year’s theme is “The town square of open education.” The goal of #OEWeek26 is to create a place to connect, share tips and ideas, and present open textbooks, materials, and resources.

    Learn more about Open Education Week 2026
  • Student Research Workshop Series

    February 5, 2026

    The Libraries announces a series of open workshops designed to prepare students for success in presenting and publishing their research.

    Learn more about the Student Research Workshops
  • Two new single-user restrooms now available in Alden Library

    February 4, 2026

    Over winter break, the Libraries’ leadership just increased the popularity of the sixth and seventh floors with a single-user restroom on each of those floors.

    Learn more about the new single-user restrooms
  • Publish Open Access in ACS Journals - Free for Ohio University Researchers

    February 4, 2026

    ACS Journals have joined OhioLINK’s open access agreements, allowing Ohio University faculty, students, and researchers to publish open access with no article processing charges.

    Learn more about publishing open access in ACS Journals
  • Modified hours for Alden Library and Music Library due to winter storm

    January 23, 2026

    Athens Campus Libraries will have modified hours due to winter storm, January 24 through January 26.

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  • How to search the deaccession list

    January 7, 2026

    Looking to find books on the deaccession list?  This video shows you how!

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Library Events Series

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    Authors @Alden


    OHIO affiliated authors, filmmakers and others present on their work and their processes. Many of the events are recorded and available on the Alden Library YouTube channel.

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    Graduate Research Series


    We sponsor a competitive opportunity for graduate students to share their research results and processes, hone their presentation skills, and thanks to our donors, get a little cash.  Follow us on Facebook and watch for the call for applicants.

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    Innovate + Collaborate


    University Libraries honors exceptional collaborative projects between Libraries' staff and other OHIO faculty and staff. These partnerships and projects further academic excellence; innovative programs; and teaching, learning and research across the University.