Join us for the Annual African-American Poetry Read-in and an author talk with Carole and Jeffery Boston Weatherford. Poetry Read-in: Wednesday, February 26 at 6 pm in the CRC (Conway Hall 226). Transforming History into Art & Poetry Talk: Thursday, February 27 at 5 pm in the GSU Wicomico Room. Writer Carole Boston Weatherford and…Continue Reading Black History Month with the SU Libraries
The Creando Puentes/Building Bridges Exhibit opens January 27 in the 1st floor lobby of Guerrieri Academic Commons. An opening reception with a panel of speakers will be held Wednesday, February 5 beginning at 5 pm in the GAC 1st floor lobby. Presented by the Nabb Research Center and the Organization of Latin American Students. Descripción:…Continue Reading OLAS Exhibit and Opening Reception
The SU Libraries celebrate the scholarly endeavors of our librarians, who have showcased their expertise in information literacy, alternative publishing models, and technological advances throughout the year. Our librarians demonstrate the pivotal role libraries play in advancing knowledge, fostering inclusivity, and shaping the future of scholarship. Congratulations and well done to the following librarians for…Continue Reading Library Scholarship Kudos 2024
Series of free virtual talks from bestselling authors and cultural icons. Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. Notes on Modern Irrationality with Bestselling Author Amanda Montell Thursday, January 23rd at 2:00 PM EST An Inside Look at Working with a Literary Agent: A Conversation with Seth Fishman Tuesday, January 28th at…Continue Reading Spring Virtual Author Talks
From the Interim Dean: Martha C. Zimmerman The SU Libraries have witnessed unprecedented change in 2024. On May 23, the Libraries, along with the 16 other libraries in the USMAI library consortium, migrated to the Alma/PrimoVE library services platform. A library services platform is the suite of software that controls all library functions: acquisition and…Continue Reading SU Libraries: Season of Change
Several years ago, the SU Libraries began investigating ways to support SU faculty, staff and students who also care for children and vulnerable adults. We researched what other academic libraries were doing and surveyed the campus community, and the results showed a significant need for family-friendly spaces and resources. In response, the SU Libraries began offering…Continue Reading Meeting Our Patrons’ Needs with the Family Study Room
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the updated SU Libraries’ Materials Request System (MaRS), a web app developed fully in-house through collaboration between our Technology Librarian, Research and Instruction Librarians, and library acquisitions staff. Originally introduced in 2017, MaRS is an essential tool that allows library staff to track material requests and monitor…Continue Reading Introducing the New & Improved MaRS: A More Efficient System for Materials Requests
Amidst escalating textbook and journal subscription costs, Salisbury University Libraries actively facilitate cost-effective resources to support faculty in reducing financial burdens on students. Through initiatives like Faculty Select and Read & Publish agreements, faculty members can design zero- and low-cost course materials and publish in selected Open Access journals with Article Processing Charges (APCs) covered…Continue Reading SU Libraries Support Open Access
Salisbury University Libraries offer access to several streaming media platforms, including Kanopy Streaming Video, Swank Motion Pictures and Academic Video Online (AVON), supporting faculty in integrating multimedia resources into their courses. To guide appropriate use of these resources, the libraries have established a Streaming Media Licensing Policy, which outlines key considerations. Notably, while these platforms…Continue Reading Streaming Media at SU Libraries
The Museum of Eastern Shore Culture at Salisbury University celebrated its grand opening on November 2, 2024, inviting community members to explore a rich array of exhibits. Among the highlights were decoys by the renowned Ward Brothers and other carvers, Native American artifacts, a sampling of quilts on loan from the Edward H. Nabb Research Center…Continue Reading Museum of Eastern Shore Culture Now Open