Library News

  • Academic Research & Writing Camp

    Posted:
    Banner for Academic Research & Writing Camp featuring large blue and green text on a light background. An open book icon appears above the title, and a laptop on a desk displays a research checklist with items including Find Sources, Evaluate, Organize, Write, and Cite. A small potted plant and books are visible beside the laptop.

    The Graduate School, UNCW Library and the University Learning Center are teaming up to help students make progress on their research and writing projects.

    Join us Sept. 11 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for a full day of workshops and dedicated writing time with research and writing consultants. The camp is designed for students working on a thesis, dissertation or any project that involves research and writing.

    Participants can attend in person in the Event Space, Discovery Hall, room DH1070 or online via Zoom. Breakfast and lunch will be provided for in-person attendees.

    Students who attend all four sessions will receive a digital badge.

    Date: Sept. 11
    Time: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
    Location: DH 1070 and online via Zoom

    Register

    Learn more



  • Pups Pastries and Picture books

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    Graphic promoting Pups, Pastries & Picturebooks at the UNCW Library. Four dogs appear above the event title. The graphic invites attendees to take a break, read, relax and recharge. The event takes place Thursdays from noon to 1 p.m. in the Living Room, RL 2008, in Randall Hall.

    Enjoy a mindful midday escape with picture books, complimentary pastries, and friendly therapy dogs. Hosted by UNCW Library, the Office of Student Wellbeing, the Department of English, and paws4people. All are welcome!

    Thursdays | noon–1 p.m.
    UNCW Library, Randall Hall, Living Room, room RL2008

    Fall Schedule
    September 3
    September 17
    October 1
    October 15
    October 29
    November 12
    December 3



  • Lunch and Learning Lab Series: Visible Body Suite

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    Promotional graphic for the Lunch and Learning Lab Series featuring the topic Visible Body Suite. The design includes large white text on a blue background, with two outlined human head silhouettes containing lightbulbs filled with interconnected gears to symbolize learning and innovation. Event details read: Tuesday, September 8, 12 to 1 p.m., DH 2097 and on Zoom.

    Is physiology being a pain in your students’ necks? Are your anatomy activities feeling dry as a bone?

    Join us for the first Lunch and Learning Lab of the semester and explore the Visible Body Suite, a powerful database designed to bring anatomy and physiology to life. Discover 3D gross and microanatomy models, virtual animal dissection models, diagnostic images, animations and interactive simulations of biological processes.

    Bring your lunch and learn how Visible Body can add interactive, visual experiences to your teaching. Free snacks will be available for in-person attendees.

    Date: Tuesday, Sept. 8
    Time: Noon-1 p.m.
    Location: DH 2097 and online



  • Library of Things

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    Promotional graphic with a teal background and large white and navy text reading, BORROW DON’T BUY. Additional text states: Borrow everyday tools and equipment including: lawn chairs, tool sets, bakeware, gardening tools, knitting needles, and more. On the right, an icon of an open cabinet displays illustrations of tools, utensils, sewing supplies and bakeware above the words Library of Things. Logos for UNCW Library, the Office of Sustainability and The Green Initiative Fund appear at the bottom.

    Students can borrow more than books through the Library of Things, a collection of tools, equipment and specialty items for projects, hobbies and everyday needs. Items available for checkout include folding lawn chairs, tape measures, tool sets, bakeware, gardening tools and knitting needle sets, along with a variety of other resources. Save money. Borrow what you need. Make sustainable choices.

    The collection is available to all current UNCW students. To learn more or explore available items, visit the Library Tech Desk near the MakerStudio in Discovery Hall, room DH 1065.

    The Library of Things collection is sponsored by UNCW Library, the Office of Sustainability and The Green Initiative Fund.

    Learn about the library's annual maker event Make It at UNCW Library.

     



  • Call for Members Library Student Wellbeing Committee

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    Colorful overlapping silhouettes of human profiles filled with abstract brain and thought-inspired designs in shades of blue, green, orange, purple and teal. Large teal text on the right reads: Help Shape Student Wellbeing at the Library. The graphic promotes participation in a library student wellbeing initiative and emphasizes diverse perspectives and student engagement.

    The UNCW Library Student Wellbeing Committee supports student wellbeing by helping develop inclusive, restorative spaces and advising on programs and initiatives that promote the overall wellbeing of students. Committee members work with the Outreach Librarian and library staff to provide feedback, identify student needs and help shape wellbeing efforts across the library. The committee will include up to six UNCW students committed to supporting student wellbeing, with additional members added on a case-by-case basis as needed.

    Committee Commitment: Up to four meetings per academic year (twice per semester), typically held in September and November or February and April, with additional meetings as needed.

    Committee Charge: The committee supports student wellbeing at UNCW Library by developing inclusive, restorative spaces and coordinating programs and initiatives in collaboration with the Outreach Librarian. This work is guided by student feedback, regular meetings, and collaboration with library staff to plan and carry out well-being efforts. 

    Application Period: August 17-31

    Apply Now 

    Questions? Contact liboutreach@uncw.edu.