UNCW Library presents the Fourth Annual 48 Hour Film Competition!
Join us for one of the biggest Library events of the year at the final screening in Lumina Theater in Fisher Student Center at 7 p.m., on October 28. Be there or be scared! For more information and competition guidelines, check out the 48 Hour Film Competition page.
With the municipal elections quickly approaching on Tuesday, Nov. 4 voters are being encouraged to gather accurate, reliable information before heading to the polls. Civic groups and election officials stress the importance of reviewing trusted resources to understand what will be on the ballot and how individual choices may shape local and state leadership.
Election experts advise voters to verify their information through official sources and avoid misinformation circulating on social media. They emphasize that being informed is essential to making a confident decision on Election Day.
Remember to check out official state election websites and nonpartisan national resources for guidance. These sites provide up-to-date information on ballots, candidates, and general voting details.
Resources to help you make an informed voting decision.
Cancelled
The Graduate School, UNCW Library and the University Learning Center are teaming up to offer an Academic Research and Writing Camp on September 12, 2025. If you are working on a thesis, dissertation or any project that involves research and writing, this camp is the place for you. Join us for a day of workshops and dedicated writing time with our research and writing consultants. Virtual and in-person attendance options will be offered, and both breakfast and lunch will be provided to in-person attendees. We are pursuing a digital badging option for attendees who stay for the entire program (more information on this coming soon).
Please RSVP by filling out this survey if you plan to attend. If you would like to order lunch, please sign up no later than Friday, September 5.
You can view the schedule here.
Come get creative at Make It at UNCW Library, a hands-on welcome event designed to introduce you to the library and the MakerStudio, your new go-to space for building, designing, and bringing your ideas to life. There’s something for every kind of maker! Whether you’re artsy, techy, or just curious. Swing by the Discovery Hall, first floor, on Sept. 11 between 10-2 p.m. to get creative, snack on treats, score free stuff, and explore all the cool things you can make at your library!
At the event, you’ll be able to design your own zine, carve custom stamps, and paint mini masterpieces. You can also mix up a tasty snack at the Trail Mix Station or get creative with sweet treats at the Candy Sushi Station. While you're there, enter the raffle for a chance to win a gift bag packed with library swag and surprises.
Join us for this interactive and hands-on workshop digging into the robust statistical and quantitative data resources available in Statista. With information on more than 60,000 topics from more than 18,000 sources, we'll explore ways you can incorporate this powerhouse database into your teaching, assignments, and classes. All faculty, staff, and graduate students are welcome! Snacks available for in-person attendees.
Date and time: Sept. 9, noon-1 p.m.
Location: DH2097 and Zoom
Zoom link: https://lib.uncw.edu/learning-labs-sep25
Need focused time to work on your scholarship with your colleagues as accountability buddies? Come to the CHSSA Drop-in Writing Sessions this fall at UNCW Library! Coffee and snacks provided.
First Tuesdays, Sept. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2, from, 9-11 a.m., and third Thursdays, Sept. 18, Oct. 16, and Nov. 20, from 1-3 p.m.
Randall Hall, Faculty Commons, room RL2014
Now on view in the Exhibit Gallery, Discovery Hall Room 1071: the UNCW Natural History Exhibition. Explore an array of specimens—including mammals, birds, and fish—presented alongside striking digital photography.
Join us on Wednesday, September 3, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the MakerStudio located in Discovery Hall, DH1065, for a special reception designed for faculty! Tour the MakerStudio, explore our services, and talk with staff about how digital fabrication can support your research or be integrated into your courses. Light refreshments will be served.
Take a break from your busy week and stop by the library on the following Thursdays from noon–1 p.m. to relax and unwind with assistance dogs in the Living Room, Randall Hall, room 2008. Whether you are feeling stressed or just need a little joy in your day, come pet a pup and enjoy a moment of calm. You deserve it!
Dates
Sept. 11
Sept. 25
Oct. 16
Oct. 30
Nov. 13
Nov. 20
Dec. 4
BONUS: The assistance dogs will also be at the library on Monday, December 8 from 1–3 p.m. in the same location.
