Old Dominion University Libraries

ODU Libraries wishes everyone a Happy Kwanzaa!! 🕯️❤️🖤💚

📷: A young girl lights one of the candles as others watch during the Kwanzaa celebration at Webb Center, 1990s.

Merry Christmas, Monarchs! 🎄🎅🎁

📷: A tall lighted Christmas tree at the front of Webb Center, 1970s.

It's officially the start of Holiday Break! The University will be closed until Jan 3. Library Hours are as follows:

Perry Library:
Dec 23 - Dec 31
All Days: 10am - 6pm
With the exception of Dec 25: Closed

Art & Music Libraries:
Closed through Jan 3 for Holiday Break

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Congrats to the December Grads, Class of 2022!! We wish you all the best in your future endeavors! 💙🎓

Thanks to k.elsey__ and alewill5 on Insta for the pics!

Winter term classes are still going on!! 📚💙❄️

📷: A lone individual walks on an icy sidewalk along Kaufmall Mall during the 1987-1988 semester break.

Tonight is the second night of Hanukkah!! Happy Holidays from ODU Libraries!! 🕎🕯️💙

📷: A window at Powhatan Apartments is decorated for the holidays, 1990s

Please note the change in hours of operation for the Art Library:
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Saturday, Dec 17 - Thursday, Dec 22
Monday - Thursday: 12pm - 4pm
Saturday and Sunday: CLOSED

Friday, Dec 23 - Saturday, Dec 31 (Winter Holiday)
CLOSED

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With finals ending, we know the fatigue is hitting. You're almost there, Monarchs!! You got this! Then, get some well-deserved rest. 💙📚😴💤

📷: A student sleeps in the lobby of Batten Arts and Letters during the last days of class, 1984

Undergrads!! You still have time to submit a research project as part of the Libraries' Themed Semester Research Award to win up to $100 in Monarch Plus Points!! Submit by midnight on December 19th. 💙📚🌎

Questions? Email [email protected]
Submit here: bit.ly/3FrAYVq

Today, student artist Rianna Chaney installed a sculpture in the gallery space of Perry Library!! The piece translates the idea of the “glass ceiling” & positively embeds gender and cultural diversity to create a positive outlook in the community and future. 💙

It’s Final Exams week!! We wish you all the best and good luck on your exams, Monarchs! Remember that Perry Library is open 24/7 until the 15th to help you get through. You got this!! 📝💯💙
📷: on Instagram.

The Art Library held a student art opening reception yesterday with the ARTS 202 class! They were instructed to explore parts of their identities as they researched artists that explored similar themes & identities. The zines will be on display in the Art Library until Jan 31. 📰💙

They say every winter break, snow or not, his spirit still watches over Kaufman Mall dutifully... ☃️💙👻

📷: A snowman watches over Kaufman Mall during the 1987-1988 winter break,

Tonight's the night!! Come on by the Michael & Kimthanh Lê Planetarium at ODU tonight with FREE admission for 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY! Doors open at 7:30. Don't miss our last screening of the year!! 💙📽️🚀 Naro Video Michael and Kimthanh Lê Planetarium

Event page: http://fb.me/e/55yF6WUBA

Undergrad students!! You can win up to $100 in Monarch Plus Points by submitting a research project as part of the Libraries' Themed Semester Research Award! Be sure to submit by midnight on December 19. 💙📚🌎

Questions? Email [email protected]
Submit projects: bit.ly/3FrAYVq

Come by the Learning Commons @ Perry Library from 11am-1pm, December 6-8 to de-stress before finals!!
Get free snacks, swag, and more! 💙📝🍪

As we approach finals, keep in mind the services & resources the library offers. You can get help with research questions, reserve a study room, & more!
Thanks to Monarch on IG for the pic!! 💙📚

More info: odu.edu/library/services

We have one more screening from Naro Video before the end of the year!! Come on out to the Michael & Kimthanh Lê Planetarium at ODU on December 6th with FREE admission for 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY! Doors open at 7:30pm. 🌠📽️🍿

Event page: fb.me/e/55yF6WUBA

It's officially December!! Though it hasn't gotten this cold yet, we hope you stay warm this winter, Monarchs!! 💙❄️♨️

📷: Icicles hang from the base of the Lion Fountain as a result of severe cold weather and snow, 2000

We are here for you! Perry Library is now open 24/7 through December 15th for exams!! Best wishes, Monarchs! 📚🕐📝

ODU Libraries seek qualified candidates for the position of Budget Reconciliation Specialist. This position provides admin support in the areas of monthly budget reconciliation, facilities maintenance, procurement, & travel. 📝📚

Apply here by Dec 2nd: jobs.odu.edu/postings/17542

Perry Library currently has a Privacy Pod demo on the east side of the first floor until the end of final exams!! Check it out, perhaps study for a bit, take an online class, or Zoom call, & let us know what you think! 📚🔓💻

Earlier this semester, students gathered for a Future Information Professionals Club meeting! They discussed interests in careers in librarianship & other opportunities available in receiving a degree in Library & Information Science. Be on the lookout to join next semester! 📚💙

Happy Thanksgiving Throwback Thursday from ODU Libraries!! 🦃🍂😋

📷: Thanksgiving dinner at the Baptist Student Center, 1970s.

ODU Libraries' Thanksgiving Holiday Hours:

Perry Library: Closes 8pm today (11/23)
Closed Thursday (11/24)
Open Friday (11/25) 10am - 10pm

Art & Music Libraries: Closes 12pm today (11/23)
Closed Thursday (11/24) & Friday (11/25)

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We had a fabulous time last week at the RIOTSVILLE, U.S.A. screening at the Naro Cinema! Craving more? Come take a peek at the Naro Video Collection at Perry Library! Students, faculty, & staff can currently check out the videos that are updated as we catalog the collection. 📽️🍿

We have one more screening from Naro Video before the end of the year!! Come on out to the Michael & Kimthanh Lê Planetarium at ODU on December 6th with FREE admission for 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY! Doors open at 7:30pm. 🌠📽️🍿

Event page: fb.me/e/55yF6WUBA

It is Native American Heritage Month!! In honor, the Art Library has created a book display to celebrate. Be sure to stop by and check something out this month! 📚💙

Check out this blog post from earlier this month from our Special Collections and University Archives on the League of Women Voters!! ✅

Blog: sites.wp.odu.edu/scua/2022/11/07/womens-votes-count-an-introduction-to-the-league-of-women-voters/

Today's the day! Come by the Naro Cinema at 8pm tonight for the FREE screening of RIOTSVILLE, U.S.A. - with an introduction by Amanda Peterson, Assistant Professor of Sociology & Criminology at ODU. 📽️🍿
Naro Video Riotsville, USA

Event page: fb.me/e/4Q8PKnVMq

Last Friday, student workers from the Hofheimer Art Library hosted a pop-up library at Barry Art Museum's U-Nite: Story and Craft event! Thanks to all who came by to view books from our Native American Heritage Month displays and color bookmarks! 🎨📖

Come by next week, Nov 16 at 8pm. for the free screening of RIOTSVILLE, U.S.A at the Naro Cinema! The film will be introduced by Amanda Peterson, Assistant Professor of Sociology & Criminology at ODU. 📽️🍿 Naro Video Riotsville, USA

Event page: fb.me/e/4Q8PKnVMq

Ahead of Veteran's Day tomorrow, we have a throwback in honor. 🇺🇸

📷: Students from Old Dominion's combined R.O.T.C. units commemorated the national observance of Veteran's Day with a ceremonial flag raising in front of Koch Hall, 1990s

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Check out ODU Libraries’ Student Sustainability Showcase: Agar Art!! Students from MLS 308 Clinical Microbiology created agar art with bacteria and selective media (agar), and Monarchs can visit the display, located near our Help Desk in Perry Library, through November 30th! 💙

Please note the change of operating hours for ODU Libraries today & tomorrow for Election Day! ✅⏰

Perry Library: Closes today (11/7) at 11:59pm. Opens tomorrow (11/8) at 10am

Art & Music Libraries: Tomorrow (11/8), 1pm - 5pm

Faculty & graduates! Join us on Nov 18 for a Exploring Open Textbooks workshop from 11am-12pm. Learn about the variety & need for open textbooks, & how you can adopt them for your courses. Email Karen Vaughan at [email protected] to register and receive Zoom link. 💙📖

It is officially November!! Take some time to enjoy Autumn treats & activities. Might we recommend curling up with a good book (or five), & enjoy cotton candy later on? 😊📚

📷: A young boy gets a huge helping of cotton candy at the Halloween Carnival, 1970s. 🍂🍭🍁

We can’t get enough of the Naro Cinema!! Join us with free admission on Nov 16 starting at 8pm for RIOTSVILLE, U.S.A. Naro Video Riotsville, USA 🍿🎥

Check out the event page here: fb.me/e/4Q8PKnVMq

ODU Libraries have curated a virtual display of books and materials for Native American Heritage Month!! 📚💙

Check out the collection here: guides.lib.odu.edu/virtualbookdisplay/nativeamericanheritage