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This event is free and open to the campus community. Please register today. First-time authors often describe academic publishing as a “black box.” Join us for an engaging session with Justin Race, director of Purdue University Press that will empower you on your academic publishing journey. This session aims to demystify the academic publishing process and […]

Please join us as we recognize and celebrate Purdue faculty who have published books during this academic year. Publishing is an important form of scholarship and we wish to honor those who have taken on this extraordinary effort. Brief remarks will begin at 4:30 PM. Refreshments will be served. RSVP: Please confirm your attendance by Wednesday, April 10. […]

Associate Professor Bethany McGowan was awarded a prestigious 2023–24 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award that enabled her collaboration with researchers, practitioners, and policymakers in Finland. During her Fulbright experience, she conducted an in-depth examination of how regulatory and ethical principles can be leveraged to mitigate the spread of dis/misinformation. As part of her Fulbright journey, McGowan […]

Libraries and School of Information Studies recently hosted experts from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), NASA, NAVSEA, the Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC), and Purdue, who offered a unique opportunity for Boilermakers to gain a comprehensive understanding of intellectual property, trademark intricacies, and the pivotal role of tech transfer in today’s […]

Purdue University recently held a poignant event to honor and dedicate an exhibit commemorating the remarkable legacy of Dr. Cornell A. Bell, former director of the Business Opportunity Program (BOP). The dedication ceremony was hosted by Dr. Beth McNeil, dean of Libraries and School of Information Studies, Darren Henry, managing director of BOP, and Roland […]

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force across various fields. Whether you are a student, researcher, or educator, staying abreast of AI developments is crucial. Luckily, Dr. Jing Lu, clinical assistant professor of library science, has curated an extensive collection of AI resources, providing a valuable hub […]

Embark on a journey of knowledge and innovation as we present a trilogy of Open Science workshops designed to empower researchers and foster collaboration. Join us for three engaging sessions led by experts in the field, each offering unique insights and practical tools to enhance your research endeavors. Mark your calendars for these upcoming sessions […]

At Purdue, we strongly believe the pursuit of knowledge should be accessible to all students. One significant aspect of ensuring affordability is the availability of affordable course materials. Libraries, as bastions of learning, play a crucial role in this endeavor. Our commitment to supporting students’ academic journey is evident through various initiatives aimed at making […]

National Recognition of Academic Libraries That Are Making a Difference for 
All Underrepresented Groups  Purdue Libraries and School of Information Studies received the 2024 Library Excellence in Access and Diversity (LEAD) Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, the largest and oldest diversity and inclusion publication in higher education. The LEAD Award honors academic libraries’ programs […]

After months of anticipation, the library in Stewart Center celebrated its grand reopening on January 8th, coinciding with the commencement of the spring semester. This momentous occasion marked the inaugural phase of the 2023 Libraries Master Plan execution, a culmination of meticulous refresh that has revitalized the library’s second and third floors. Welcoming the audience, […]

Purdue Libraries is Opening Doors After months of meticulous redesign and makeover, marking the inaugural phase of the 2023 Libraries Master Plan execution, we are thrilled to present the newly revitalized space in the library in Stewart Center (HSSE). You are cordially invited to celebrate the grand reopening of 2nd and 3rd floors on January […]

This year’s Purdue GIS Day, held at Purdue University under the theme “Open Science from Outer Space”, was nothing short of a triumph, bringing together academics, industry professionals, and students in a day filled with insightful presentations, an engaging workshop, and networking opportunities. The event, hosted by Dr. Gang Shao, assistant professor and data science […]

Purdue Libraries and School of Information Studies is pleased to recognize Kari Clase, Ph.D., with the 2023 Leadership in Open Access Award. Dr. Clase is a professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, and serves as the director of the Biotechnology Innovation and Regulatory Science (BIRS) Center.  The mission of the BIRS Center […]

Join us on November 6th from 3:00 to 4:15 PM in WALC 2088 for our next Open Science Talk series featuring Dr. Fred Oswald, professor and Herbert S. Autrey Chair in Social Sciences at Rice University. Dr. Oswald will discuss “Open Science to the Rescue: The Practice, Culture, and Future of Open Science in the […]

A new book co-written and co-edited by Margaret Phillips, associate professor and associate head of the School of Information Studies, will provide best practices for developing a standards information literacy curriculum to prepare students for the workforce.  Despite the critical role standards play within academia and the workforce, little information is available on the development […]

Join us on October 23, 2023 from 2:00–3:30 PM in WALC 1121 for our new talk series on Open Science. Dr. Brent Roberts, psychology professor at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, will discuss “Replication crisis 2.0: How far have we come and how far do we need to go?” Dr. Roberts’ primary research is […]

The new Reveal Digital collection Behind the Scenes of the Civil Rights Movements is now freely accessible on the JSTOR platform. This is the first of a four-part collection, which focuses on unearthing and digitizing the histories of civil rights activism by the everyday citizens of Black, Latine, Indigenous, and Asian American/Pacific Islander communities. More […]

Copyright issues continue to perplex librarians and educators. The difficulties and confusion in applying the U.S. Copyright Act became especially apparent during the Covid-19 pandemic when many universities turned to remote learning as their primary method of instruction. Librarians and educators struggled with applying the law for both remote learners and those students present on […]

Purdue Archives and Special Collections presents a new online exhibition on women’s suffrage. “Not Given but Earned: Women’s Fight for the Vote” is an inspirational collection of materials from the Archives’ vault, showing how Purdue women, students, and faculty participated in this historic movement.   Did you know that it took more than 70 years for […]

Beginning this fall semester, Libraries locations and services will be available to students, faculty and staff during updated hours:  The Wilmeth Active Learning Center (WALC) will be open 24/7 with PUID swipe access. Located in the heart of campus, WALC serves as a central location for classroom and library space, housing the Library of Engineering […]