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The Oxford College Library Celebrates Women’s History Month

In March, the Oxford College Library is celebrating Women’s History Month. This month has been recognized since 1987, highlighting the contributions of women to society and celebrating their amazing accomplishments.We’re celebrating Women’s History Month by showcasing various books by notable women authors such as Marjane Satrapi, Ntozake Shange, and Sierra Greer. You’ll find these books Read More …

February Student Employee of the Month Christina Tsarampari

Christina Tsarampari is our February Student Employee of the Month! Since beginning at the library, Christina has proven to be reliable, eager to help staff, and attentive to patrons. She is responsible, willing to learn new things, and always approaches her work with enthusiasm and positivity. We are delighted to recognize Christina for her exceptional Read More …

Call for Applications: Elizabeth Long Atwood Undergraduate Research Award 2025

Dear Emory undergraduate students, It is our pleasure to invite your applications for the Elizabeth Long Atwood Award. This award celebrates undergraduate researchers with outstanding library research skills, scholarly vigor, creativity, and sophistication. Emory Libraries sponsors four $1,000 prizes for original research papers, digital projects, or posters. A panel of judges composed of faculty members Read More …

Paint by Page: An Exhibition of Student Art

During the Fall 2024 semester, Professor of Art Mary Johnson collaborated with Teaching and Learning Librarian Jacob Lackner to design a unique assignment that would join studio arts with the Oxford College Library.  As part of Art 105_E Introduction to Painting, Professor Johnson and her students visited the library to become familiar with library resources. Read More …

New Display at Library: Ndaté Yalla Mbodj, Powerful African Queen and Daughter of ‘Waa Talaatay Nder” (the Tuesday of Nder People) vigorously opposed colonization in Senegal.

Amadou Lamine Ngom, aka Docta (Senegalese b. 1975) is a pioneer in African graffiti and arts activism. In 2023, Emory University’s Institute of African Studies commissioned Docta to create an original mural during his visit to Atlanta. The mural is titled: Ndaté Yalla Mbodj, Powerful African Queen and Daughter of ‘Waa Talaatay Nder” (the Tuesday Read More …

Science Fiction by Black Authors

Oxford College Library honors Black History Month by uplifting and celebrating the rich culture and history of Black people in the United States. The contributions Black people have made to culture, literature, art, and other disciplines continues to inspire and delight all who experience the products of Black excellence. In honor of Black History Month, Read More …

Game Night

For around ten years, Oxford College Library has held a much-anticipated Game Night each semester to give students time to relax, unwind, and discover our games collection. In addition to being the biggest event our library holds each semester, it allows us to showcase our collection of over 1000 games available for students, faculty, and Read More …

January Student Employee of the Month Faimie Louissaint

Faimie Louissaint is the Oxford College Library Student Employee of the Month for January 2025! In her time working with us in the library, Faimie has shown us that she is dependable, kind, and a quick learner. She treats her fellow student employees and library patrons with kindness and is always willing to help. It Read More …

December Student of the Month Maryam Sow

Maryam Sow is the Oxford College Library Student Employee of the Month for December 2024! Her enthusiasm and commitment to the library creates a welcoming environment for everyone who walks up to the circulation desk with questions and concerns. She is reliable, dependable, and always provides excellent customer service to students – even as early Read More …

Final Exam Survival Kit

As you may know, Finals Season is officially upon us! But fear not, Oxford College Library has got what you need to study hard and destress even harder. Here is a Final Exam Survival Kit with essential library resources for you to ace your finals and sail smoothly to the end of the semester. Library Read More …

Oxford College Library Honors Transgender Awareness Week

According to the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD), Transgender Awareness Week is a week in which transgender individuals, organizations, and their allies help their communities better understand the trans community and shed light on the issues they face. Transgender Awareness Week takes place annually on November 13th-19th leading up to Transgender Day of Read More …