Celebrating GIS Day 2020 November 18, 2020 — In 2020, given the changes in the semester, we wanted to keep things very simple, so instead of having a formal event, we invite you to become more informed about the power and importance of GIS.
VCU Libraries adapts to changing times due to COVID-19 October 27, 2020 — VCU provides state-of-the-art facilities, so when COVID-19 arrived and closed our physical libraries, we never actually closed. VCU Libraries continued to provide robust services and expanded online materials and real-time, virtual contact with users.
VCU Libraries advisory groups seeking new student members for 2020-21 August 11, 2020 — VCU Libraries has two student advisory groups, one for James Branch Cabell Library on the Monroe Park Campus and one for Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences on the MCV Campus. Both committees are accepting applications for new members.
VCU Libraries welcomes students with virtual Library Fest July 23, 2020 — This year, Library Fest takes a virtual form and will consist of a series of brief, informal videos for incoming and current students, introducing many library departments and services.
Cabell Screen showcases art for and by the Richmond Community July 15, 2020 — VCU Libraries’ Cabell Screen, the 25-foot digital screen on the building’s front facade, continues to showcase community art and reflects broader community discussions. It displayed 17 exhibits during the 2019–20 academic year.
Health sciences library offers diverse exhibits on the MCV Campus July 15, 2020 — Acutely aware of the power of visual images to educate, to heal and to inspire, librarians at Tompkins-McCaw Library for the Health Sciences regularly organize and host exhibits of historical and archival material and art related to the health sciences or created by people in health sciences fields.
New book explores the impact of poet Larry Levis through interviews June 30, 2020 — A new book on poet Larry Levis, “Prismatics: Larry Levis & Contemporary American Poetry,” collects transcriptions of the extended interviews conducted during the making of the documentary film “A Late Style of Fire: Larry Levis, American Poet.”
Creation of new James Branch Cabell information hub underway June 30, 2020 — Dean of Libraries John Ulmschneider convened The Silver Stallion Transition Task Force with a charge to develop recommendations for the possibility of migrating The Silver Stallion: James Branch Cabell website (jamesbranchcabell.org), to VCU Libraries.
Open and Affordable Course Content Initiative moves forward June 30, 2020 — VCU Libraries' Open and Affordable Course Content Initiative supports instructors as they transition their courses to zero textbook cost courses, using either Open Educational Resources (OER) or library content.
Libraries initiative saves students millions in text costs June 30, 2020 — VCU Libraries' Open and Affordable Course Content Initiative supports instructors who transition their courses to zero textbook cost courses, using either Open Educational Resources (OER) or library content.
New Resources Acquired in FY 2020 June 30, 2020 — VCU Libraries continuously improves its collection with strategic choices designed to meet the diverse needs of the VCU academic community. New acquisitions for 2019-20 include these.
Special Collections and Archives Highlights June 30, 2020 — VCU Libraries continues to build its research collections of primary source materials supporting the teaching, learning, research and health care needs of the university
Timely history project illuminates the present June 30, 2020 — VCU Libraries’ Social Welfare History Project and the companion Image Portal were well positioned to serve as resources for students and the general public.
Open Access publishing funding stream ends May 15 May 9, 2020 — After five years of successfully supporting faculty publications, VCU Libraries’ Open Access Publishing Fund will be decommissioned May 15.
Teresa L. Knott appointed VCU Libraries interim dean April 22, 2020 — Knott willserve as interim dean until a new dean is appointed and then will work collaboratively to ensure a smooth transition. The nationwide search for a new dean of VCU Libraries will resume in the fall.
New series of free virtual library events debuts April 30 April 22, 2020 — In-person events may be postponed or cancelled for the spring and into the summer, but online virtual events are popping up around the university to help people stay connected and feel engaged. New to this lineup of virtual events is VCU Libraries Community Zooms, an ongoing series of informal sessions designed for the community.
Winners of the 2019–20 VCU Student Book-Collecting Contest April 9, 2020 — After evaluating the nature, scope and rationale of a wide range of different types of collections submitted for the second VCU Student Book-Collecting Contest, the judging panel has announced the 2019–20 winners.