News about library resources and services for DePaul University students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends
The DePaul University Library will be closed from Wednesday, November 22nd through Sunday, November 26th for the Thanksgiving holiday. The John T. Richardson Library and the Loop Library will both reopen on Monday, November 27th with December Quarter hours: John T. Richardson Library Monday-Thursday 7:30AM-8PM Friday 7:30AM-6PM Saturday-Sunday 10AM-6PM Loop Library Monday-Thursday 9AM-8PM Friday
Over the past few months, we’ve welcomed new colleagues to the DePaul University Library. To get to know them a bit better and give them an opportunity to share a little about themselves, I asked them a few questions. When did you start at DePaul? What is your job title
In an increasingly complex information landscape, finding credible and reliable sources can challenge even the experts. Through a robust information literacy program and research help services, DePaul librarians teach students to critically examine sources and recognize high quality, credible and accurate information. Librarians recently identified the need for a redesigned
The word “research” can strike fear into the stoutest of hearts, and at the Research Help Desk, we’ve seen the prospect of research drain the blood from many faces. Before you have your next near-death experience with research, we urge you to join our ranks. As seasoned research hunters, we’re
Are you a long-time player, Dungeon/Game Master, or just interested in Tabletop Role-Playing Games (TTRPGs) after a few seasons of Stranger Things, Critical Role, or Dimension 20? We’ve got you covered! Explore the world of TTRPGs with resources from the DePaul University Library. What are TTRPGs? Just as it sounds, TTRPGs are
Lessons in Chemistry, by Bonnie Garmus, tells a story at the intersection of 1960s science and feminism. Brilliant, yet underappreciated chemist Elizabeth Zott, navigates the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field while striving to make her groundbreaking discoveries. When Elizabeth finds herself fired from her lab, she
Join the DePaul University Library in celebrating Banned Books Week, October 1-7, 2023. Unfortunately, 2022 was another banner year for book bans and challenges across the United States. The Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) of the American Library Association reported a record 1,269 attempts to remove or censor library, school,
Welcome back to This Week in Reference! As the quarter gets into full swing, the librarians behind the research help desk have been busy answering your research-related questions. Questions have ranged from help finding scholarly articles on the honey industry and access to the New York Times to assistance finding
The start of the new school year is an exciting and invigorating time but also brings with it the stress of new classes and commitments. During stressful times, it is especially important to practice good mental wellness and find healthy ways to relax. To help with this, DePaul University librarians
Welcome to the DePaul University Library! If you’re new to DePaul or just want a refresher on our services and resources, check out this short video for an introduction to the John T. Richardson Library in Lincoln Park and the Loop Library along with all the services we have to