You're Invited!

Join us for the launch of the Sensory Friendly Study Space at the UNCW Library on Thursday, October 17, from 3 to 5 p.m. in Randall Hall, Room 2017 (2nd floor). Come take a tour, ask questions, and help us spread the word about this exciting new resource for the campus community!

What is the Sensory Friendly Study Space?

The Sensory Friendly Study Space is a thoughtfully designed study space that provides a supportive and adaptable environment for UNCW community members who identify as neurodivergent or face sensory challenges. Equipped with a variety of features tailored to meet diverse sensory needs, this space offers a calm and flexible setting to enhance focus and comfort.

Key Features

• Adjustable Desks: Customize your workspace with height-adjustable desks
• Seating Options: Choose from a variety of seating, including cocooning chairs for added comfort
• Dimmable Lamps: Adjust lighting to suit your needs
• Fidgets & LED Lamps: Use fidget tools and color-changing lights for sensory support
• Fluorescent Light Covers: Softens harsh lighting and reduces glare.
• Noise Reduction Headsets: Minimize background noise for better focus
• Timers: Manage study time and breaks effectively
• And more...

Access

The Sensory Friendly Study Space is available to students, faculty, and staff with a valid UNCW OneCard. 

Usage

To maintain a supportive and inclusive environment, users are requested to adhere to the provided guidelines and respect the space and resources for the benefit of all users. 

Acknowledgments

This initiative was made possible through the generous support of the UNCW Library and the Friends of UNCW, whose commitment ensures that all members of the UNCW community have access to a space that accommodates diverse needs and enhances both academic and personal well-being.

The library's Center for Southeast North Carolina Archives and History will be hosting a Halloween-themed open house on Tuesday, October 29th from 4pm to 6pm in the CSENCAH reading room (Discovery Hall, room 2095).

Drop in anytime during the open house to interact with original historical resources from the Center's archives and specialized book collections. Some of our spookiest items will be on display, such as local ghost stories, guides to communicating with spirits, and creepy tomes from the library's rare book collection.

Light refreshments will be served, and our archivists will be on hand to chat about the Center's collections. Tours of the Center's top secret closed stacks will also be offered upon request. We hope to see you there!

UNCW encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Samantha Crisp (910-962-7810, crisps@uncw.edu) in advance of this event.

Discover the calming power of sound at the next session in the Keeping Grounded Mindfulness Series: Sound Healing Meditation. Join us for an immersive experience that offers relaxation, self-discovery, and a sense of balance through the transformative effects of sound meditation on October 24 from 3-4 PM at the Retreat at Randall, RL2016, Randall Hall (2nd floor). This session is open to UNCW Faculty, Staff, and Students. 

This session will guide participants on a journey of harmonizing the body, mind, and spirit. Whether you're new to meditation or a seasoned practitioner, this session promises to provide a peaceful escape from the demands of daily life. Reserve your spot at lib.uncw.edu/sound-healing-signup. Space is limited.

Calling all student filmmakers and horror fans! The UNCW Library is excited to announce a 48 Hour Film Competition this fall! You’ll have just 48 hours to make and submit a short horror film for a chance to win awesome prizes and cash!

What is the 48 Hour Film Competition?

You can form a team of up to five students, or go solo if you prefer. Your mission is to create a short horror film that’s between 5 and 8 minutes long. All films will be showcased in the Discovery Hall Events Space, where a panel of professors and librarians will choose three winners to receive prizes and eternal bragging rights!

To find out more about the event or to sign up, visit: digitalmakerspace.uncw.edu/48hour

U.S. Media Literacy Week is organized by the National Association for Media Literacy Education (NAMLE), aiming to emphasize the vital role of media literacy in education across the nation. This week brings together numerous partners for events and activities to raise awareness about media literacy education.

This year’s theme focuses on the five key components of media literacy: Access, Analyze, Evaluate, Create, and Act. Be sure to check out the UNCW Library activities planned for the week!

Join us on October 25 from 6 PM to 9 PM at UNCW Library, Discovery Hall, DH1070, for an inspiring evening celebrating the remarkable legacy of Dorothy Gillespie.

The event will kick off with a reception and art viewing featuring an exclusive display of her vibrant artwork on the third floor. Following this, we will present the documentary Dorothy Gillespie: Courage, Independence, and Color, which delves into her influential career and artistic contributions.

Schedule

6–7 PM | Reception and Art Viewing

7–8:30 PM | Screening of Dorothy Gillespie: Courage, Independence, and Color 

8:30–9 PM | Q&A with Gary Gillespie Israel, President of the Dorothy M. Gillespie Foundation  

The UNCW Library and the UNCW English Department are thrilled to announce our annual Banned Books Read-In, scheduled for Thursday, September 26th, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Sherman Hayes Gallery, located on the first floor of Randall Hall.

Participants will have the unique opportunity to hear students from Dr. Victor Malo-Juvera’s ENG 383 Classics Reconsidered course read excerpts from their favorite classic banned books. These students will also reflect on how these controversial works have influenced their lives.

The Read-In is part of Banned Books Week, which runs from September 22-28, 2024. This year’s theme, “Freed Between the Lines,” underscores the importance of intellectual freedom and the celebration of diverse literary voices.

Don’t miss this chance to stand up for your right to read and enjoy a variety of thought-provoking texts! Bring your favorite banned book to share an excerpt and your story if time allows.

Explore the Banned Books guide for insights on banned literature, Banned Books Week, and details about the UNCW Library and English Department’s Read-In events.

On October 1st at 6:30 PM, UNCW Library and the Creative Writing Department invite you to First Drafts in DH 1070, Discovery Hall, First Floor. This event highlights the writing process with readings from works in progress, refreshments, and opportunities to connect with fellow writers and creatives. 

Want to share your work at the event? Sign up here. 

Slots are limited. The submission form will close at 5 PM on Thursday, September 26th.

Join us Thursday, August 29, 1-3 pm or Friday, September 6, 1-3 pm in Discovery Hall, The Link, First Floor for an informal coffee (or beverage of your choice) klatch to chat with your liaison librarian and get the latest news and updates about library spaces and services. Stop by for a quick tour of the library expansion, share ideas about new teaching or research projects, and linger for the conversation and community as we kick off the new academic year!

30 Days of Discovery: Discover. Learn. Win!

We are thrilled to invite you to join us for a month-long series of exciting activities in anticipation of the grand opening of UNCW Library’s Discovery Hall. From August 21 through September 25, engage in a diverse array of events, including contests, tours, and special treats on Tuesdays, designed to showcase our new space.

The grand opening will culminate on September 25 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 4 PM. We warmly welcome everyone to attend this momentous event and explore Discovery Hall’s innovative new features.

Check out our calendar for more!