Pitts Theology Library is excited to announce a renewed Pitts Scholars Program for the 2021–2022 academic year! We invite students interested in exploring theological vocation outside of traditional ecclesial and academic contexts to apply. In this program, students will develop skills relevant to their vocational and theological education as they discern the role of libraries in…
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National Student Employment Week: Recognizing Student Workers at Pitts
This week colleges and universities across the country recognize the importance of student employees! National Student Employment Week is April 12 – April 18, 2021, and Pitts Theology Library employs over thirty graduate and undergraduate students during the school year in various positions. Student assistants learn a wide range of skills, such as cataloging new…
Easter Holiday Library Hours
Pitts Theology Library will be closed on Good Friday, April 2nd. Pitts’ operations and services will resume on Monday, April 5th, at 9am. In the meantime, check out the library’s Worship for Easter Resources Research Guide, and have a safe and happy Easter season!
Celebrating Black History Month at Pitts: Otis Turner
February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. As Pitts Theology Library observes this month of recognition, we draw attention to a significant figure’s legacy in its archives. Candler School of Theology’s Otis Turner (1940-), a Georgia native, is…
Video Streaming Options at Emory
Looking for ways to stream videos this fall? Current Emory students, faculty, and staff have access to a wide variety of streaming video resources, from documentaries to music to popular studio films. While not a comprehensive list, these are some of Emory’s most popular streaming services: Academic Video Online (AVON): Best for documentaries in history,…
Pitts Closed for Independence Day Weekend (Friday July 3–5)
Pitts Theology Library will be closed from Thursday, July 2 at 2pm through Sunday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day. The Library will resume its current operations and services on Monday, July 6. Have a safe and pleasant holiday weekend!
Pitts Theology Library COVID-19 Updates and Resources
Pitts Theology Library continues to monitor the fluid COVID-19 outbreak and adjust its policies and services in line with recommendations from Emory University and health professionals. See below for updates and changes beginning Monday, March 23, 2020. Electronic Document DeliveryBeginning Monday, March 23, Pitts Theology Library is limiting service to scanning and delivery for sections…
Pitts Remote Learning Update
Due to health concerns, Pitts Theology Library is now operating under modified policies (see below). The library will continue its spring break hours into next week (Monday–Friday, 7:30am–5pm). Entry to the library is limited to Emory Card holders only to encourage social distancing per the university’s recommendations. Reference services will be available remotely for…
Call for Applications- Kessler Collection Fellowship
The Richard C. Kessler Reformation Collection at Pitts Theology Library is excited to issue a call for applications for two virtual research fellowships (http://pitts.emory.edu/kesslerfellowship). We invite early-career scholars in Reformation and Early Modern studies, including ABD doctoral students, to apply now for this new opportunity. This fellowship does not require residency in Atlanta, but funds…
Take the Pitts Library Survey—Win Prizes!
Pitts Theology Library is conducting its Annual Survey from January 21—February 10, 2020. This is your opportunity to let us know what you think about the facilities, collections, and services offered at the Pitts Theology Library. The results of this survey are helpful for the planning of future programming and offerings. Survey submissions are confidential, and the survey should only take…
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