Scholars@UNCW is UNCW’s scholarly profile platform designed to showcase the research, creative, and teaching activities of current faculty. It allows faculty to share areas of research expertise and connects people with common scholarly interests across campus.

In addition to aesthetic updates, site improvements include:
•    Integrations with scientific knowledge graphs like Web of Science
•    Regular rotating homepage features

All UNCW faculty members have a profile generated in Scholars@UNCW, which draws primary data from Watermark Faculty Success. Use this guide to update your personal, scholarly, and teaching activities in Watermark and make the most of your Scholars@UNCW presence.

The UNCW Library invites students, faculty, and staff to participate in an informative Government Information Workshop on November 20 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. This virtual session will focus on leveraging federal resources to access essential information regarding legislation.

Attendees will learn how to navigate various government databases and explore valuable .gov sites that can aid in tracking bills and understanding legislative processes. This workshop aims to enhance research skills and provide tools that are beneficial for academic and professional pursuits.

Join us via Zoom to take advantage of this opportunity to deepen your understanding of government resources and their applications.

Join the Zoom Meeting: https://uncw.zoom.us/j/83530766035?pwd=e3tqdG4eRd6MbKq7kqW58ZtCVDzmsv.1

Meeting ID: 835 3076 6035
Passcode: workshop

Don't miss out on this chance to empower your research with reliable federal information!

Welcome to the Shades of Blue program series, where we’ll explore the intersections of identity through the lens of water. Join us as we dive into thought-provoking discussions, creative expressions, and powerful stories that reveal the many ways water shapes and reflects our diverse experiences.

Monday: Lunch and Learn book discussion with visiting artist and author, Julie Patarin-Jossec, Discovery Hall 1070, 12 pm. Register here.

Tuesday: Interactive artist performance, "I hear the quivering of that flame". This performance dialogues with an ongoing series started in 2024 by the artist around queer embodiment, film, and water ecologies. Through the use of sound, video, and live performance, it proposes a reflection on the materiality of queer bodies in relation to the pollution and exploitation of marine ecosystems. Visualization and Analysis Lab, Discovery Hall, 4 pm.

Thursday: Film Screening and Discussion of Wade in the Water: a journey into Black surfing and aquatic culture. A panel discussion, community tabling, and film screening with Q&A. Refreshments provided. Discovery Hall 1070, 4 pm.

On Tuesday, November 12, at 2 PM, Discovery Hall 1070 will host Sayantani Dasgupta, an Associate Professor in Creative Writing. She will engage in a discussion with Delandrus Seales from the UNCW Library and read from her new book, Brown Women Have Everything: Essays on (Dis)comfort and Delight.

This collection explores the experiences of brown women, addressing themes of identity and resilience. The event is co-sponsored by the UNCW Library and the International Faculty and Staff Association. Join us for an insightful afternoon with Dasgupta as she shares her perspectives and readings from her work.

Discover the Art of Zentangle: A Creative Journey for the Mind and Soul

Unleash your creativity and find relaxation through the Zentangle Method, a simple and enjoyable way to create beautiful, structured patterns. Whether you're an experienced artist or a complete beginner, this technique can help you craft stunning designs while enhancing focus and creativity. It’s not just about drawing—it’s about enjoying the process, experiencing artistic satisfaction, and boosting your personal well-being.

Join us for a Zentangle Workshop on Thursday, November 7 from 3:00–4:00 PM at Retreat at Randall, Randall Hall, Room 2016 (2nd Floor). In this one-hour session, you’ll learn how to create intricate patterns that are as relaxing as they are rewarding.

No prior experience is needed, and all materials will be provided. Don't miss this opportunity to discover a new artistic outlet and leave feeling inspired and at peace.

Register: https://uncw.libcal.com/event/12891148

Sip, savor, and embrace mindfulness! Join us for a refreshing journey into mindful tea on Thursday, November 17 from 3:00–4:00 PM at Retreat at Randall, located in Randall Hall, Room 2016 (2nd Floor). This unique event invites you to craft and enjoy your own tea while engaging in a practice designed to help you fully connect with the present moment. With guided prompts to deepen your experience, each cup will open the door to inner peace and self-discovery.

All supplies will be provided, so all you need to bring is your presence. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today for this soothing and transformative experience!

Register: https://uncw.libcal.com/event/12891327

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.

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  

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.

Update:

Thank you for celebrating Open Access Week with us! We invite you to explore the profiles of our Open Access Champions, who have demonstrated their commitment as authors to the free flow of information. Join us in celebrating their contributions by viewing their profiles. 

If you’re in the library, keep an eye out for these profiles featured on our digital screens from 10/29-11/5. 

Celebrate Open Access Week at UNCW: Promoting Innovation and Collaboration

From October 21-27, the UNCW Library will join the global celebration of International Open Access Week, a time to promote the free and unrestricted sharing of research, scholarship, and knowledge. This year's theme, Community over Commercialization, emphasizes the power of open access to drive collaboration, spark new ideas, and make research available to all.

Open Access Week provides an opportunity to reflect on the systems that enable or limit open sharing. As the academic community increasingly prioritizes open access, it’s important to consider which practices truly benefit the public and academic community, and how we can remove barriers to the free exchange of information.

At UNCW, the Library and Research & Innovation will celebrate the efforts of open access champions on campus—faculty who champion the principles of open access. The week will also highlight a series of virtual events focused on open access publishing, offering an opportunity to learn about the benefits and challenges of making research freely available online.

These events will cover a variety of topics, including the latest developments in open access publishing, strategies for making your work openly available, and how open access is transforming research and knowledge dissemination.

Explore more about the events and learn how you can get involved in Open Access Week at UNCW.

Whether you're a researcher, student, or simply interested in the future of scholarly communication, Open Access Week is an exciting opportunity to engage with a global movement towards more transparent, accessible, and collaborative research.