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Exhibit and discussion: Researching Diversity at Drexel

Submitted on August 15, 2011 - 1:29PM

Our latest exhibition, 'Researching Diversity at Drexel,' opened August 10. This week we'll be hosting an opening reception with coffee and conversation about researching and documenting diversity.

Join us for a hands-on processing workshop April 23

Submitted on April 9, 2010 - 9:00AM

Join the Drexel University Archives and DU College of Medicine Archives for a hands-on archives processing workshop at Hagerty Library on Friday, April 23, 2010, from 9-5.

Engineers Week continues: Celestial Space and Eternal Darkness

Submitted on February 17, 2010 - 1:46PM

In 1960, Drexel honored Jacques and Auguste Piccard with its Science and Engineering Award as part of the eleventh annual Drexel Engineer's Day.

Join us for a hands-on processing workshop February 5

Submitted on January 29, 2010 - 9:00AM

Join the Drexel University Archives for a hands-on archives processing workshop on Friday, February 5th, 2010, from 10-4.

One Hour Left in the eResource Fair at Hagerty Library

Submitted on October 1, 2009 - 12:50PM

You have one hour left to enjoy the food, prizes and eResources at Hagerty Library's 1st ever eResources Fair until 2 p.m. today.

New Exhibition in the Creese Student Center and Online!

Submitted on August 18, 2009 - 10:37AM

Please stop by the lobby of the Creese Student Center to see an exhibition titled: The Enriched Collegiate Experience: Historical Photographs of Student Clubs, Teams, Organizations, and Events.

E-Book Expo: Lyrasis Panel Discussion (archive)

Submitted on November 24, 2009 - 5:04PM

Last Friday, I was very pleased to participate as part of this panel discussion being held by Lyrasis at the Harrisburg University of Science and Technology in Harrisburg Pa. The ambitious hour-long agenda covered many aspects of working with e-books in libraries, featuring just five minutes from eight different speakers and several excellent questions from participants.

Comparison of E-Book Collections

Submitted on September 21, 2009 - 2:01PM

E-Book Collections are taking off in libraries and private subscriptions, but how to they compare? What follows is a work in progress based on perceptions of the Librarians at Drexel University's Hagerty Library of the e-book platforms we use.

Information Systems & Technology Associations

Submitted on May 22, 2009 - 12:16PM

Professional associations are good investments. Whether you are networking for a job, keeping skills up to date or just seeking the company of colleagues, your reward from participating will exceed your investment many times over.

Digital@Drexel Presentation and Showcase Event Highlights Digital Projects at Drexel

Submitted on November 21, 2011 - 4:15PM

Over a dozen digital projects were on display at the Digital@Drexel Presentation and Showcase event on Friday, November 18th at W. W. Hagerty Library.

Join the Adventure! Get Excited for the Greatest Journey on May 8

Submitted on April 23, 2019 - 3:37PM

Become an expert information explorer, and own your adventures in learning during Drexel’s annual Day of Giving.

Drexel Libraries Celebrates Staff Achievements on National Library Worker Day

Submitted on April 12, 2019 - 9:50AM

On April 9, 2019, Drexel Libraries staff, student employees and their family members gathered in the W. W. Hagerty Library for the 10^th annual Library Celebration Awards. This year, the Libraries honored six staff and two student employees for their contributions to improving the Libraries.

Libraries’ Winter ScholarSip Explores Mobilities Research with Guest Speaker Mimi Sheller

Submitted on March 26, 2019 - 8:31AM

Mimi Sheller, PhD, Drexel professor of sociology and the Director and Founder of the Center for Mobilities Research and Policy, spoke about mobilities research at the Drexel Libraries’ winter 2019 ScholarSip event.

Drexel Recognizes New Group of “Data Authors” During 2019 Authors Event

Submitted on February 22, 2019 - 11:08AM

On February 18, 2019, more than 75 members of the Drexel community gathered in the A.J. Drexel Picture Gallery to recognize the University's 2018 authors and editors.

Panelists Help Drexel Faculty and Students Understand Open Access Publishing

Submitted on December 7, 2018 - 2:08PM

The Drexel Libraries and the Graduate College co-hosted an Open Access panel discussion on November 29, 2018.

Drexel Libraries Celebrates Cybersecurity Month with ScholarSnack Event on Ethical Hacking

Submitted on November 2, 2018 - 1:02PM

In October, 60 Drexel students, faculty and staff gathered in the W. W. Hagerty Library for a special ScholarSnack workshop on cybersecurity and ethical hacking.

Did you author or edit a book in 2018? We want to hear from you!

Submitted on October 23, 2018 - 11:18AM

If you are a Drexel University faculty member, staff or student who authored or edited a book that was published from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018, we want to honor your work during the next Celebrating Drexel Authors event!

Faculty Share Research Stories & Advice During ScholarSnack Panel Discussion

Submitted on October 9, 2018 - 1:55PM

The Libraries kicked off the 2018/2019 ScholarSnack event series with a panel discussion on research and publication success on October 1, 2018.

Welcoming Another Record-Breaking Class to the Drexel Libraries

Submitted on September 26, 2018 - 1:53PM

The Drexel Libraries attended more than 30 events to help welcome another record-breaking freshmen class to campus.

Welcome Drexel Dragons!

Submitted on September 4, 2018 - 11:12AM

Welcome to Drexel, Freshmen! Now that you’re officially a Dragon, you probably have lots of questions, including, “Where is the library and how will it help me?!” Stop by during Welcome Week, and we'll get you the information you need to kick off your academic career at Drexel.

2018/2019 ScholarSip Events to Address Engaging Citizens in Research

Submitted on August 30, 2018 - 11:12AM

Libraries’ Competition Puts Students’ Information Literacy Skills to the Test

Submitted on June 1, 2018 - 1:57PM

This spring, the Drexel Libraries hosted a new competition based on the famous ice-breaker Two Truths and One Lie.

Steven Fullwood Shares Archives Expertise During Spring Workshop

Submitted on May 31, 2018 - 4:35PM

On May 23, the Drexel Libraries welcomed Steven G. Fullwood to campus for his workshop, History in Your House, In Your Hands.

Drexel Libraries Raises Nearly $5,000 During 2018 Day of Giving

Submitted on May 3, 2018 - 12:00AM

The Drexel Libraries received a record number of donations during the University's 2018 24 Hours of Impact campaign.

Libraries Staff and Student Workers Recognized for Outstanding Achievements During 9th Annual Awards Ceremony

Submitted on April 26, 2018 - 2:15PM

The Drexel Libraries hosted its annual Library Celebration Awards ceremony on Tuesday, April 24. This year recognized four Libraries staff and students for their hard work and projects completed in 2017.

Yury Gogotsi Reflects on the Importance of Disseminating Scholarly Research During Fall 2017 ScholarSip Event

Submitted on January 8, 2018 - 11:14AM

This fall, the Drexel University Libraries welcomed Yury Gogotsi as the guest speaker at the first ScholarSip event of the 2017/2018 academic year.

Did You Publish or Edit a Monograph in 2017? We Want to Hear About It!

Submitted on January 4, 2018 - 10:55AM

Did You Publish or Edit a Monograph in 2017? Send us your citation information to be recognized during the 6th annual Celebrating Drexel Authors event.

Students Share Stories and Feedback about the Libraries at Fall 2017 ScholarSnack

Submitted on December 1, 2017 - 11:03AM

More than 25 students gathered in the W. W. Hagerty Library to participate in the Drexel Libraries' fourth ScholarSnack, which focused on stimulating open and honest conversations about informal learning activities and engagement with the Libraries.

Drexel Libraries Announces 2017/2018 ScholarSip Details

Submitted on October 4, 2017 - 12:59PM

The Drexel University Libraries is pleased to announce details for the 2017/2018 ScholarSip event series.

Drexel Welcomes Record-Breaking Freshman Class to Campus

Submitted on October 2, 2017 - 8:52AM

Welcome Week was busier than ever this year, as the University welcomed the largest incoming freshmen class in the University’s history. The Libraries welcomed new students and the start of the 2017/2018 academic year with many of its own events and sessions.