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Starr East Asian Library Columbia University Archives Columbia University Libraries Copyright Advisory Services Digital Scholarship Global Studies Jewish Studies Law Library Music & Arts Library Oral History Archives Rare Book & Manuscript Library Research Data Services Science & Engineering Library Social Work Library The Burke Library Web Archives Category All In the media News Social Video Year All (2023 - 2016) 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 Columbia University Libraries In the media Apr 27, 2023 In the media Jim Neal Receives 2023 John Ames/Humphry/OCLC/Forest Press Award The American Library Association (ALA) announces that University Librarian Emeritus James (Jim) Neal will receive the 2023 John Ames/Humphry/OCLC/Forest Press Award in recognition of his work to advance "critical agendas for international librarianship." Mar 8, 2023 In the media Histories of Hoover, the Mexican Revolution, and 1790s New York Win the Bancroft Prize The New York Times reports that "histories of Hoover, the Mexican Revolution, and 1790s New York" win the 2023 Bancroft Prize in American History and Diplomacy, considered one of the most prestigious awards in the field of American history. Mar 2, 2023 In the media Ivy Plus Libraries Weigh in on OSTP Guidance on Access to Federally Funded Research Columbia University Libraries joins peer institutions in the Ivy Plus Libraries Confederation in support of updated policy guidance from the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP) that will make funded research immediately available to the public. Dec 16, 2022 In the media Columbia University Adopts the Palace Project for E-Content Government Technology reports that the Libraries has adopted the Palace Project app for e-content, a platform that grants Columbia students, staff, and faculty access to "hundreds of thousands of ebooks as the popularity of digital learning grows." Dec 16, 2022 In the media 2022: Year in Pictures In 2022, Columbia came roaring back and ready for action, with a resurgence of campus activities and events. Take a visual journey with Columbia News over the past year for a glimpse of the big and small moments that made Columbia a great place to be. Sep 30, 2022 In the media Columbia Libraries Celebrates the Life of Freddy Claudio The Libraries celebrates the life of Freddy Claudio, a longtime supervisor and close friend to many in the Columbia community who passed away in July and is remembered by colleagues for his kindness and generosity of spirit. Sep 7, 2022 In the media The Carl Sagan Medal, a National Endowment for the Humanities Grant, and a Fulbright First for Columbia Nursing Columbia News profiles faculty, staff, and students who recently received awards, including Director of the Rare Book & Manuscript Library Courtney Chartier and University Librarian Emeritus Jim Neal. Aug 9, 2022 In the media A Library Guide Fit For New and Returning Students Alike Bwog explores library buildings, resources, and services at Columbia, including CLIO, the Libraries' online catalog, in a guide "fit for new and returning students alike." May 16, 2022 In the media Butler Library in 9,000 Legos "Some people took up jigsaw puzzles during the pandemic... John Davisson, ’08CC, an attorney in Washington, DC, turned to Legos" to construct a 9,000-piece replica of Butler Library, as seen in Columbia Magazine. Mar 16, 2022 In the media Histories of Travel Segregation and Chinese Migration Win Bancroft Prize The New York Times reports that scholars Mia Bay and Mae Ngai win the 2022 Bancroft Prize, considered one of the most prestigious awards in the field of American history. Aug 4, 2021 In the media Amusements, Movies, and the Great Outdoors: Summertime Fun with H.P. Lovecraft Postcards from the Libraries' special collections showcase "amusements, movies, and the great outdoors" that writer H.P. Lovecraft visited during the summer of 1925, including the Vale of Cashmere in Prospect Park. Jul 26, 2021 In the media British Library Medieval Manuscripts Blog: A Letter of Recommendation Split between Two Continents How curators in the Rare Book & Manuscript Library virtually reunited half of an ancient papyrus letter that dates to 6 A.D. with its companion, held by the British Library in London. Jun 21, 2021 In the media Here's What You Need to Know About the Reopening of Columbia's Libraries This Fall The Libraries announces plans for a full reopening for the Fall term, including all library locations, library stacks, visitor access, and 24-hour operations in Butler Library, among other highlights. Mar 22, 2021 In the media Women Who Built NYPL University Librarian Ann Thornton is honored among the "women who built the New York Public Library" for her tenure as the first woman to serve as Andrew W. Mellon Director of Research Libraries. 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. 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. 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. 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. Feb 19, 2020 In the media Columbia Libraries and FLIP Embark on New Partnership The Libraries and the Columbia First-Generation Low-Income Partnership (FLIP) create an exclusive circulation of textbooks in Butler Library to lessen the burden of costly reading materials. Dec 13, 2019 In the media Engineering the Future of Cultural Preservation Columbia Engineering Magazine consults the Libraries' lead conservators about the future of cultural preservation. Oct 23, 2019 In the media Digital Archive Exploring Andrew Carnegie’s Philanthropic Legacy Launches at Columbia University Libraries In partnership with the Carnegie Corporation of New York, the Libraries announces a digital archive that explores the philanthropic legacy of Andrew Carnegie. Oct 11, 2019 In the media 2020 Presidential Candidates Pay More Attention to Climate Change than Past Elections 2020 presidential candidates have paid more attention to climate change than in previous election cycles. The reason, according to Curator Thai Jones, is activism. « 1 »
Jim Neal Receives 2023 John Ames/Humphry/OCLC/Forest Press Award The American Library Association (ALA) announces that University Librarian Emeritus James (Jim) Neal will receive the 2023 John Ames/Humphry/OCLC/Forest Press Award in recognition of his work to advance "critical agendas for international librarianship."
Histories of Hoover, the Mexican Revolution, and 1790s New York Win the Bancroft Prize The New York Times reports that "histories of Hoover, the Mexican Revolution, and 1790s New York" win the 2023 Bancroft Prize in American History and Diplomacy, considered one of the most prestigious awards in the field of American history.
Ivy Plus Libraries Weigh in on OSTP Guidance on Access to Federally Funded Research Columbia University Libraries joins peer institutions in the Ivy Plus Libraries Confederation in support of updated policy guidance from the White House Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP) that will make funded research immediately available to the public.
Columbia University Adopts the Palace Project for E-Content Government Technology reports that the Libraries has adopted the Palace Project app for e-content, a platform that grants Columbia students, staff, and faculty access to "hundreds of thousands of ebooks as the popularity of digital learning grows."
2022: Year in Pictures In 2022, Columbia came roaring back and ready for action, with a resurgence of campus activities and events. Take a visual journey with Columbia News over the past year for a glimpse of the big and small moments that made Columbia a great place to be.
Columbia Libraries Celebrates the Life of Freddy Claudio The Libraries celebrates the life of Freddy Claudio, a longtime supervisor and close friend to many in the Columbia community who passed away in July and is remembered by colleagues for his kindness and generosity of spirit.
The Carl Sagan Medal, a National Endowment for the Humanities Grant, and a Fulbright First for Columbia Nursing Columbia News profiles faculty, staff, and students who recently received awards, including Director of the Rare Book & Manuscript Library Courtney Chartier and University Librarian Emeritus Jim Neal.
A Library Guide Fit For New and Returning Students Alike Bwog explores library buildings, resources, and services at Columbia, including CLIO, the Libraries' online catalog, in a guide "fit for new and returning students alike."
Butler Library in 9,000 Legos "Some people took up jigsaw puzzles during the pandemic... John Davisson, ’08CC, an attorney in Washington, DC, turned to Legos" to construct a 9,000-piece replica of Butler Library, as seen in Columbia Magazine.
Histories of Travel Segregation and Chinese Migration Win Bancroft Prize The New York Times reports that scholars Mia Bay and Mae Ngai win the 2022 Bancroft Prize, considered one of the most prestigious awards in the field of American history.
Amusements, Movies, and the Great Outdoors: Summertime Fun with H.P. Lovecraft Postcards from the Libraries' special collections showcase "amusements, movies, and the great outdoors" that writer H.P. Lovecraft visited during the summer of 1925, including the Vale of Cashmere in Prospect Park.
British Library Medieval Manuscripts Blog: A Letter of Recommendation Split between Two Continents How curators in the Rare Book & Manuscript Library virtually reunited half of an ancient papyrus letter that dates to 6 A.D. with its companion, held by the British Library in London.
Here's What You Need to Know About the Reopening of Columbia's Libraries This Fall The Libraries announces plans for a full reopening for the Fall term, including all library locations, library stacks, visitor access, and 24-hour operations in Butler Library, among other highlights.
Women Who Built NYPL University Librarian Ann Thornton is honored among the "women who built the New York Public Library" for her tenure as the first woman to serve as Andrew W. Mellon Director of Research Libraries.
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.
‘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.
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.
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 Libraries and FLIP Embark on New Partnership The Libraries and the Columbia First-Generation Low-Income Partnership (FLIP) create an exclusive circulation of textbooks in Butler Library to lessen the burden of costly reading materials.
Engineering the Future of Cultural Preservation Columbia Engineering Magazine consults the Libraries' lead conservators about the future of cultural preservation.
Digital Archive Exploring Andrew Carnegie’s Philanthropic Legacy Launches at Columbia University Libraries In partnership with the Carnegie Corporation of New York, the Libraries announces a digital archive that explores the philanthropic legacy of Andrew Carnegie.
2020 Presidential Candidates Pay More Attention to Climate Change than Past Elections 2020 presidential candidates have paid more attention to climate change than in previous election cycles. The reason, according to Curator Thai Jones, is activism.
