Noteworthy: The University Libraries Blog

Each year the American Library Association (ALA) hosts an annual conference to share the latest trends and research as well as to elevate key policy issues in librarianship, information science, and education through workshops, keynotes, and exhibits. It is also a valuable opportunity to network and collaborate with thousands of professionals in the library community, […]

Summer is here, and it’s time to grab your favorite blanket, a refreshing drink, and a stack of books that will take you on adventures near and far. Whether you’re staying local or traveling this break, Loyola University Chicago Libraries invites you to join us for Camp Summer Reading Bingo, running from May 19 to […]

The University Libraries is proud to announce the recipients of the inaugural Student Employee Scholarship Program, a new initiative aimed at supporting student workers who are employed in one of the library locations at the Lake Shore Campus, Water Tower Campus, and Health Sciences Campus. Through the generosity of donors, the Student Employee Scholarship Fund’s […]

The University Libraries employs more than 100 students who serve in various roles, including circulation desk assistants, stacks maintenance, research help, special collections or archives interns, marketing and outreach assistants, technical services support, and more. Each year, Loyola celebrates National Student Employment Week, an initiative of the National Student Employment Association, to recognize the essential […]

The University Libraries celebrated National Library Week with the Alumni Authors panel titled “Drawn to the Library: Alumni Authors Who Create” on April 9. Loyola alumni Scott Larson (BA ’97), Andrew Pepoy (BA ’91), and Stephen Titra (BA ’68) discussed their creative journeys and approaches to storytelling through visual art. They shared how their experiences […]

The National Library Workers’ Day is on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. It is a time to recognize all the contributions of the library staff who provide invaluable strength to our community here at Loyola. We are grateful for the amazing faculty, staff, and student workers across the Information Commons, Cudahy Library, Health Sciences Library, Law […]