Ever since Emory became part of the city of Atlanta, all Emory University students, faculty and staff* are eligible to get a Fulton County Library System (FCLS) card. And we are making it easy for you to do that right here on campus by partnering with FCLS. Get your card at the Pop-up Public Read More …
This summer, following the submission of my dissertation, I had the opportunity to work as a graduate intern implementing Homosaurus, the LGBTQ+-focused controlled vocabulary, into Emory’s library collection. I was able to see firsthand how cataloging and curation can be useful in the fight against such political violence – and how cataloging can be an Read More …
We have been hard at work over the summer to improve your printing experience! In response to complaints about various aspects of EaglePrint, we are changing the backend software. As of July 31, we began using the new PaperCut print management system in place of Pharos. This upgrade will bring enhanced functionality, improved stability, and Read More …
Recently, I was employed as an intern at Emory and my project was to review a list of newly accepted subject headings proposed by the African American SACO Funnel. The African American SACO Funnel is an organization that focuses on creating or changing subject headings related to the African American experience. This is done to Read More …
Similar to the way museums are required to preserve works of art and sculpture, libraries are facing increasing challenges with physical collection media. Despite the best preventive storage practices, paper deteriorates, photographs fade, and audio and visual media degrade and lose fidelity over time. Like museums, libraries are stewards of information as well as hubs Read More …
What would it look like for archives, libraries, and museums to value their communities over their collections? How can these institutions more fully embrace practices of listening and relationship building, while interrupting traditional practices rooted in colonialism? The Emory and Atlanta communities are invited to “Centering Community in Museums, Libraries, and Archives” on Wednesday, June Read More …
Emory students, are you interested in conducting research for interview preparation or even just exploring a potential career? Emory Libraries has all the databases you need to get you started! Take a look at our Company & Industry Research Guide to find resources and tips for your career research. This guide will help you be Read More …
Congratulations 2023 graduates! We want to provide a few reminders to you regarding library services as an Emory graduate. Whether you are staying in Atlanta or moving elsewhere, you will still have access to subject librarians for assistance via phone/Zoom, email, or chat. Once you join the Emory Alumni Association (EAA), you will have access Read More …
Rosalyn Metz, associate university librarian, Library Technology and Digital Strategies for Emory Libraries, will assume the inaugural role of chief technology officer, libraries and museum and associate university librarian for digital strategies effective June 1, 2023. In this new role, Metz will lead the creation of a unified vision and implementation for current and future Read More …
Finals are upon us! Whether it’s help with research, a quiet place to focus, or the equipment needed for recording a multi-media project, Emory Libraries has you covered. Check out all of the resources available within just the Robert W. Woodruff Library building: Quiet Study Areas There are several designated Quiet Study areas throughout the Read More …
Event postponed UPDATE: In response to feedback, the “Documenting Health Crises: Oral Histories of Covid and Ebola” event will not be held on the Emory campus on Tuesday, April 18, at 4 p.m. as scheduled. The program will instead be virtual, so that international audiences may participate. Stay tuned for the new date and time Read More …
Clinton Fluker, curator of African American collections in the Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library, has been appointed Emory University Libraries and Museum’s inaugural senior director of culture, community, and partner engagement for the Michael C. Carlos Museum and Emory Libraries effective June 1, 2023. Valeda F. Dent, Emory’s vice provost of libraries Read More …
