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Dec 14, 2020 News Declassified Government Documents Held in the Libraries’ Collections are Now Significantly Easier to Search and Discover Declassified government documents held in the Libraries’ collections are now significantly easier to search and discover through the Freedom of Information Archive. Dec 8, 2020 News Meet Candice, Who Implemented an Online Library Seat Reservation System in a Few Short Weeks from Her Dining Room Table Meet Candice Kail, Head of Web Services, who implemented an online library seat reservation system in a few short weeks from her dining room table. Nov 17, 2020 News Jonathan O. Cain Named as New Associate University Librarian for Research and Learning Vice Provost and University Librarian Ann Thornton announces her appointment of Jonathan O. Cain as the Associate University Librarian for Research and Learning. Nov 9, 2020 News Update on Library Hours for Thanksgiving Weekend The Libraries announces an update to operating hours for Thanksgiving weekend, from Thursday, November 26, to Sunday, November 29. Nov 9, 2020 News Meet Jim, Who Led the Effort to Reopen Library Spaces Safely Meet Jim Crocamo, Head of Access and User Experience, who led the effort to reopen library spaces safely and launched new services to connect users with collections and tools. Oct 23, 2020 In the media Reflecting on the History and Legacies of Reconstruction University President Lee C. Bollinger moderates an online panel, co-sponsored by the Libraries, that focuses on how the post-Civil War period connects to contemporary U.S. politics. Oct 23, 2020 News Meet Lauren, Who Digitizes Rare Muslim World Manuscripts to Ensure Scholars around the World can Access These Materials from Anywhere, Anytime Meet Lauren Wansker, a Technical Assistant in the Libraries, who digitizes rare Muslim World manuscripts to ensure that scholars can access the materials from anywhere, anytime. Sep 15, 2020 News Columbia University Libraries and the Center for Teaching and Learning Announce “From Books to Bytes” Instruction Modules The Libraries and the Center for Teaching and Learning launch "From Books to Bytes," a six-part video series that provides students with practical research strategies. Sep 14, 2020 News LYRASIS and Columbia University Libraries Announce Virtual Copyright Education Centers Pilot Project The Libraries' Copyright Advisory Services partners with LYRASIS, a global non-profit organization, to pilot a virtual copyright education center. Sep 3, 2020 Video Five Ways to Get Started at the Libraries Whether you’re learning remotely or on campus, as a first-year student or returning, we are here to support you. Watch as we share five easy ways to get started at the Libraries. Sep 1, 2020 News Libraries Opens Six Libraries for Study Space by Reservation Six libraries are now open for study space by appointment or reservation for University students who are approved to return to campus. Aug 20, 2020 News University Librarian’s Update on Fall Plans for Libraries University Librarian Ann Thornton provides an update on the Libraries' plans reopening for the Fall 2020 term and serving the Columbia community both in person and online. Aug 18, 2020 News Teaching With Digitized Archives: Some Challenges and Opportunities The wealth of digitized archival material available from the Libraries presents both opportunities and challenges that instructors should consider when teaching with digitized archives. Jul 29, 2020 News Libraries Expands Book Pick-up Service The Libraries expands its newly-launched book pick-up service to include materials from numerous collections and libraries, graphic novels, and DVDs. Jul 15, 2020 News Libraries Launches Book Pick-Up Service The Libraries launches a book pick-up service that enables students, staff, and faculty to request and pick up library materials from participating library locations. Jul 6, 2020 In the media ‘Hamilton’ and the Historical Record: Frequently Asked Questions The New York Times cites the Columbia & Slavery project, co-taught by curator Thai Jones, as experts set the historical record straight about acclaimed musical "Hamilton." Jun 26, 2020 In the media 'I'm Leaving, and I'm Just Not Coming Back': Fed Up with Racism, Black Americans Head Overseas Curator Kimberly Springer weighs in on a trend among Black Americans who choose to settle abroad in the face of persistent racism in the United States. Jun 11, 2020 News, Social Service Update: Scanning of ReCAP Materials Scanning of physical materials from offsite collections held at ReCAP, the Libraries' offsite shelving facility, has resumed. Eligible items will have a "Request from Offsite" link in CLIO. May 4, 2020 In the media Alex Gil | Movers & Shakers 2020 - Change Agents (Library Journal) Digital Scholarship Librarian Alex Gil is named a 2020 "mover & shaker" by Library Journal for his work at the intersection of technology, humanities, and social justice. Apr 7, 2020 In the media Librarian Is Using 3D Printing to Help Protect Healthcare Workers in NYC CNN showcases the work of Research and Learning Technologies Librarian Madiha Choksi, who is using 3D printing to help protect healthcare workers in New York City. Apr 3, 2020 News HathiTrust Emergency Temporary Access Service 40% of Columbia’s print collections are now temporarily available in digital format following the HathiTrust Emergency Temporary Access Service announcement. Here's how to access those materials. Mar 26, 2020 In the media, Social, Video 3D Printing is Helping Protect Healthcare Workers VICE News highlights the collaboration between Dr. Pierre Elias and Research and Learning Technologies Librarian Madiha Choksi to produce personal protective equipment for healthcare workers. Mar 23, 2020 News, Video Columbia University Librarians Provide Guide and Design for 3D-Printable Face Shields Columbia librarians produce face shields for healthcare workers using a 3D printer and household tools to help with the shortage of personal protective equipment in hospitals and clinics. « 1 »
Update on Library Services During Intersession and Spring Term The Libraries announces updates to services during intersession and Spring term, including access to in-person library services with modified hours like book pick-up and scanning.
Declassified Government Documents Held in the Libraries’ Collections are Now Significantly Easier to Search and Discover Declassified government documents held in the Libraries’ collections are now significantly easier to search and discover through the Freedom of Information Archive.
Meet Candice, Who Implemented an Online Library Seat Reservation System in a Few Short Weeks from Her Dining Room Table Meet Candice Kail, Head of Web Services, who implemented an online library seat reservation system in a few short weeks from her dining room table.
Jonathan O. Cain Named as New Associate University Librarian for Research and Learning Vice Provost and University Librarian Ann Thornton announces her appointment of Jonathan O. Cain as the Associate University Librarian for Research and Learning.
Update on Library Hours for Thanksgiving Weekend The Libraries announces an update to operating hours for Thanksgiving weekend, from Thursday, November 26, to Sunday, November 29.
Meet Jim, Who Led the Effort to Reopen Library Spaces Safely Meet Jim Crocamo, Head of Access and User Experience, who led the effort to reopen library spaces safely and launched new services to connect users with collections and tools.
Reflecting on the History and Legacies of Reconstruction University President Lee C. Bollinger moderates an online panel, co-sponsored by the Libraries, that focuses on how the post-Civil War period connects to contemporary U.S. politics.
Meet Lauren, Who Digitizes Rare Muslim World Manuscripts to Ensure Scholars around the World can Access These Materials from Anywhere, Anytime Meet Lauren Wansker, a Technical Assistant in the Libraries, who digitizes rare Muslim World manuscripts to ensure that scholars can access the materials from anywhere, anytime.
Columbia University Libraries and the Center for Teaching and Learning Announce “From Books to Bytes” Instruction Modules The Libraries and the Center for Teaching and Learning launch "From Books to Bytes," a six-part video series that provides students with practical research strategies.
LYRASIS and Columbia University Libraries Announce Virtual Copyright Education Centers Pilot Project The Libraries' Copyright Advisory Services partners with LYRASIS, a global non-profit organization, to pilot a virtual copyright education center.
Five Ways to Get Started at the Libraries Whether you’re learning remotely or on campus, as a first-year student or returning, we are here to support you. Watch as we share five easy ways to get started at the Libraries.
Libraries Opens Six Libraries for Study Space by Reservation Six libraries are now open for study space by appointment or reservation for University students who are approved to return to campus.
University Librarian’s Update on Fall Plans for Libraries University Librarian Ann Thornton provides an update on the Libraries' plans reopening for the Fall 2020 term and serving the Columbia community both in person and online.
Teaching With Digitized Archives: Some Challenges and Opportunities The wealth of digitized archival material available from the Libraries presents both opportunities and challenges that instructors should consider when teaching with digitized archives.
Libraries Expands Book Pick-up Service The Libraries expands its newly-launched book pick-up service to include materials from numerous collections and libraries, graphic novels, and DVDs.
Libraries Launches Book Pick-Up Service The Libraries launches a book pick-up service that enables students, staff, and faculty to request and pick up library materials from participating library locations.
‘Hamilton’ and the Historical Record: Frequently Asked Questions The New York Times cites the Columbia & Slavery project, co-taught by curator Thai Jones, as experts set the historical record straight about acclaimed musical "Hamilton."
'I'm Leaving, and I'm Just Not Coming Back': Fed Up with Racism, Black Americans Head Overseas Curator Kimberly Springer weighs in on a trend among Black Americans who choose to settle abroad in the face of persistent racism in the United States.
Service Update: Scanning of ReCAP Materials Scanning of physical materials from offsite collections held at ReCAP, the Libraries' offsite shelving facility, has resumed. Eligible items will have a "Request from Offsite" link in CLIO.
Alex Gil | Movers & Shakers 2020 - Change Agents (Library Journal) Digital Scholarship Librarian Alex Gil is named a 2020 "mover & shaker" by Library Journal for his work at the intersection of technology, humanities, and social justice.
Librarian Is Using 3D Printing to Help Protect Healthcare Workers in NYC CNN showcases the work of Research and Learning Technologies Librarian Madiha Choksi, who is using 3D printing to help protect healthcare workers in New York City.
HathiTrust Emergency Temporary Access Service 40% of Columbia’s print collections are now temporarily available in digital format following the HathiTrust Emergency Temporary Access Service announcement. Here's how to access those materials.
3D Printing is Helping Protect Healthcare Workers VICE News highlights the collaboration between Dr. Pierre Elias and Research and Learning Technologies Librarian Madiha Choksi to produce personal protective equipment for healthcare workers.
Columbia University Librarians Provide Guide and Design for 3D-Printable Face Shields Columbia librarians produce face shields for healthcare workers using a 3D printer and household tools to help with the shortage of personal protective equipment in hospitals and clinics.
