News about library resources and services for DePaul University students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends
We get a wide variety of questions via our virtual help service, Ask a Librarian. We help people find the books, articles, and other sources they need for research papers or projects. Here are just a few of the topics we’ve helped research recently: Josephine Baker’s career and impact on
Although we are at the end of National Poetry Month, we have not forgotten about celebrating its cultural, historical, and artistic impact on our community. 2021 marks the 25th anniversary of celebrating poets and their work. This year for National Poetry Month we would like to spotlight poetry that embodies
April 29th marks National Poetry Month’s Poem in your pocket day. While Poets.org list a number of ways to celebrate, the DePaul University Library encourages you to share a poem on social media using hashtag #PocketPoem. Here’s our pick for Poem in your Pocket Day 2021: Dreams by Langston Hughes
It’s hard to believe we are at the midpoint of the spring quarter. As we get closer to the end of the 2020-2021 academic year, the DePaul University Library would like to provide you with a few new updates or changes to your library services. Email notices for overdue library
Want better results from LibrarySearch? Join us for a faculty workshop on using the DePaul University Library’s new search tool and learn how to take advantage of the system’s capabilities to efficiently find the materials you need. The Zoom workshop will be held twice, and a recording will be available
From the earliest days of jazz, women have been key players both onstage and off. But women in jazz, and African American women in particular, have faced discrimination and hostility in pursuit of their art. From all-female bands of the swing era to band leaders and arrangers to experimental jazz,
Student employees are an essential part of the Library team. In many ways, our services, programs, and resources are robust and dynamic because of their commitment and creativity. Across the country, colleges and universities are celebrating National Student Employment Week during April 12-18, 2021. Supervisors will be recognizing the students
Celebrate National Library Week, April 4-10, 2021, at the DePaul University Library with our virtual scavenger hunt, created by the Library’s EDGE Team. Hunters are invited to explore the DePaul University Library’s online resources to answer 6 questions for a chance to win stickers, a tote bag, or a $25
Happy spring, and welcome back! This is a friendly reminder that librarians welcome all your questions, and we are ready to help with all your research needs. You can chat with us here. Here are some examples of topics we’ve helped research recently: History of playgrounds and play structures around