𝘉𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘰𝘉𝘪𝘰𝘴: Monroe-Gulick helps empower research and discovery, the latest chapter in lifelong relationship with higher education. Get to know Amalia and find a link to important information and resources by connecting with libraries staff. 📝 rockcha.lk/bbioamalia

Architecture Studio 509 is taking on the redesign of the study carrels in Watson 3.5 stacks and is looking for user feedback. Class members traded pizza slices for thoughts in the library on Wednesday. Complete the online survey: rockcha.lk/libstudio509

Taylor-ing searches for swift, accurate results. Sara E. Morris, KU Libraries head of collections strategy and development, helped “Honors 190: The Sociology of Taylor Swift” think about how to make the best use of the blank spaces when browsing databases for research.

Celebrate "The Kettle," a reimagined space in Watson Library on Oct. 7. “A kettle is a group of hawks gliding together ... we envision this space as a welcoming environment where students can gather, recharge, learn, and build community.” 🗞️ rockcha.lk/kettleopen

Last week IDRH_KU welcomed Laura Klein for workshops and a public talk titled, "Why AI Needs Feminism," in Watson Library's Three West Reading Room, sparking discussion about power in data and how differentials of power might be challenged and changed.

Making forever memories. KU Libraries staff had fun capturing portraits in front of historic photos during Family Weekend while showcasing Makerspace technology and Kenneth Spencer Research Library's role as steward of university history.

Finding their niche. Sanders Scholars, Eli Kumin and Kaya Taylor, aided collections accessibility, and found a unique interest during the 2024-25 KU Libraries program. Read their story and discover more in KU Libraries' Annual Review publication. 🗞️ rockcha.lk/ar25sanders

Gather. Recharge. Learn. Build community. Swoop in to the 3rd floor Tues. from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. as we officially launch "The Kettle," a reimagined space for student engagement in Watson Library. Meet friends, librarians over punch and cookies, with ribbon cutting at 12:15 p.m.

"It's really getting back to the roots of what it means to be a member of the higher education community and the obligations that come along with that...” 🎙️ Michael Dougherty #OpenAccessWeek keynote set for Oct. 21, in Watson Library. 🗞️ rockcha.lk/oakeynote25

Taking flight. Watson 325 re-imagined as "the Kettle" with ribbon cutting Tuesday. “A kettle of hawks glides on rising thermal air currents, enabling flocks to soar together ... true to the name, our goal is to make this a place for students to gather and soar.”

A "once-in-a-generation" expansion. A new deal negotiated by KU Libraries with information services provider ProQuest has expanded digital offerings exponentially, providing instant access to opportunities for research, learning and discovery.

Better together, better for Kansas. State Librarian of Kansas Ray Walling was on campus Monday for a tour and to hear about community and campus engagement activities, along with discussion about State Library of Kansas provided services, like electronic resources and resource sharing.

Rate your hometown dinosaur! 📝 Join the Lawrence Reviewed project on #NationalFossilDay and tell us what you think about Silvisaurus condrayi, Kansas’s official state land fossil! KU Libraries 📍Dyche Hall, 3rd Floor 🗓️ Oct 15 | ⏰ 10AM–12PM ➡️ rockcha.lk/pjs

Blooming in the library. Glad to be a part of the Lawrence Public Library Plant Swap last night, sharing knowledge, best practices and love for all things plants.

Always a great day to visit KU Natural History Museum, but especially on #nationalfossilday. Collaborators @KULibraries and IDRH_KU visited the museum Wednesday for a KU Reads “Lawrence Reviewed” pop-up, rating the silvisaurus in the style of John Green’s book, “The Anthropocene Reviewed.”

🚧 KSRL Entry Advisory 🚧 The elevated plaza between Strong Hall and Spencer Research Library will be closed Oct. 20-24 while crews recoat the surface. During this time, the upper-level entrance will be closed, please use the entrance in the covered parking area below.

Beginning this academic year, Jayhawks have access to millions more digitized primary source documents, thanks to the hard work of KU Libraries staff! Read more about the new information services deal. ⬇️ news.ku.edu/news/article/k…

Fun event! Always great catching up with Central Kansas friends and one of the first stops on our annual alumni engagement tour with a themed exhibit featuring items from Kenneth Spencer Research Library.