Edmon Low Library

Edmon Low Library will be closed for today's home football game. Visit bit.ly/osulibhours for all OSU branch Library hours.

The times are forever changing, but the heart of student life stays the same. The last stop on our campus wide tour for "Then & Now" is the beloved Oklahoma State University Student Union — home to a variety of campus life and a staple on the OSU campus.

Once referred to as 'The Waldorf' of Student Unions, the building was built around the notion of helping students. The University wanted a place for students to come together, interact and live their lives as college students.

Despite the building's exterior being relatively the same, the interior underwent a great many changes. The Student Union used to have beautiful terrace gardens which were later removed to make more room for dining space. The food itself has changed over the years too!

Now, our Student Union is home to over 30 different services and organizations within student and campus life. Take a trip to the Union today to see if you can spot the differences, and take a peek at Special Collections and University Archives to learn more about our home for student life, here: bit.ly/3yWftM9

Welcome back to the Edmon Lowdown!

The Semester Long Laptop Loan program is here! Students can enter a drawing to win a Library laptop for the entire semester. Visit bit.ly/long-laptop-loan to apply!

The FAST START workshop series begins this week! These workshops cover a myriad of subjects designed for professional development. To learn more or register, visit info.library.okstate.edu/faststart/fa2024

The Part-Time Career Fair is tomorrow! Students can print out their resumes with our resume printers on the First Floor.

If you're struggling with start-of-semester stress, visit our Quality of Life Collection! It has portable power banks, calculators, UV therapy lamps and more. To see the full collection, visit bit.ly/3S2Xcnl

Thinking ahead to your first exam? If you need somewhere quiet to take a test, look no further than our testing rooms! These rooms have frosted glass and can be booked for any amount of time. Reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance. To reserve, visit bit.ly/EdLowTestingRooms

OSU Faculty, postdocs and graduate students: are you struggling to find the right tools and resources for your research? Join us for the FAST START workshop series this week! 🌟

📚What’s in it for you?
🔍 Discover Key Resources
🤝 Meet Campus Experts
🚀 Learn “The Cowboy Way”
Register here: okla.st/3Z2fSqS

Student Art Exhibition winner Faith Luce creates pastel paintings that serve as a medium to explore emotions and reflect on the spectrum of human experiences. See her work, alongside our entire lineup of 2024 artists, on the first floor of Edmon Low Library! The exhibition is on display until June 2025.

Old Central was the first permanent building constructed on Oklahoma State University campus! Despite being located on the outer edges of campus, it is central to the university's history. Continuing with the latest "Then and Now" series, Special Collections and University Archives turns to Old Central.

In the words of LeRoy Fischer, Ph. D. and author of the Centennial History on Old Central, Old Central "ties the institution to its beginning, celebrates its past and points to its future." Fischer also states that "Old Central is a symbol of the struggles, aspirations and consciousness of the many generations associated with OSU." Old Central, previously known as Central Building, was completed in June 1894 and still proudly stands 130 years later, despite having undergone many renovations. It did not become Old Central until 1923, two years after the building was forced to "retire from student use."

In 1929, President Henry G. Bennett began taking steps to refurbish the building. Unfortunately, despite renewal efforts, Old Central did not house classes or students from 1921 until spring of 1930. After 1930, with a budget of $40,000, President Bennett was able to start the full restoration process. The restored Old Central was then used to host alumni at commencement and America's Greatest Homecoming! By the 1970s, Old Central had been used up to its structural extent once more. This time around, restoration costs were over $700,000. The dedication of the restoration took place in June of 1982.
Long story short, Old Central is really old, but we at SCUA love and appreciate the character it adds to campus! Learn more about Old Central and the history behind it here: okla.st/3SZxIai

(P.S. Check the comments for more historic photos of Old Central!)

We're bringing back-to-back Pulitzer Prize-winning author Colson Whitehead to OSU! Secure your tickets now for food, live music and an engaging lecture from the author on Oct. 3, 2024. Spots are limited and tickets will sell quickly! bit.ly/CobbSeries

Why Attend FAST START?
🔍 Discover Essential Resources: Get the run down on the research services and tools available to you.
🤝 Meet Campus Experts: Connect with knowledgeable staff and fellow researchers who can answer your questions and point you in the right direction.
🚀 Learn “The Cowboy Way”: Gain insights into how we do research at OSU, and make the most of our unique resources and support.
Join us from Aug. 26-30. Register here: bit.ly/FastStartFall24

Navigating the research landscape can sometimes feel like finding your way through a maze. But fear not! This semester, the OSU Library is here to guide you every step of the way with our FAST START series of workshops from Aug. 26-30. You will be able to meet with fellow researchers who can answer your questions, learn about different platforms and develop your research skills! We can’t wait to see you there! Register here: bit.ly/FastStartFall24

Paige Nguyen, a two-time winner of the Student Art Exhibition, has created works that explore the intersection of Vietnamese familial relationships, cultural dishes and the unspoken messages that connect them. Her work, alongside our entire lineup of 2024 artists, on the first floor of Edmon Low Library! The exhibition is on display until June 2025.

Learn about OSU's vast research services through our Fast Start workshop series! We'll be hosting 20 virtual, a la carte workshops from Aug. 26-30, exploring research services, support, and resources on campus. This is a great networking opportunity for faculty, postdocs, and graduate students looking to explore the interdisciplinary knowledge across our campus, and get questions answered! Visit bit.ly/FastStartFall24 to register.

Through research, archival photos and motion graphics, Student Art Exhibition winner Kendal McGhee sheds light on the historically-overlooked events of the Black Wall Street Massacre in Tulsa, Oklahoma. With his work, he aims to encourage viewers to explore this important part of Oklahoma history. View his work, alongside our entire lineup of 2024 artists, on the first floor of Edmon Low Library! The exhibition is on display until June 2025.

Welcome back Cowboys! Ever wonder what the Edmon Low Library looked like 70 years ago? Turns out, the front doesn’t look much different than it does now- campus just has a lot more trees. This 1955 photo of the Library (built in 1953) is from the Robert E. Cunningham collection, which you can access here: okla.st/3YPjnkg

To kick off the semester, OSU Special Collections and University Archives is launching our “Then and Now” series for buildings across the OSU campus! Let us know what your favorite building is on campus in the comments, or share your favorite Library memories.

Emily Bandell's Student Art Exhibition-winning infographic is a love letter to her son, and an informative work highlighting the challenges and struggles of those with speech and communication disorders. Informed by research, Bandell's work aims to share the stories of the often unheard. Explore her work, alongside our entire lineup of 2024 artists, on the first floor of Edmon Low Library! The exhibition is on display until June 2025.

Library House Party is tonight! We invite all new and returning students to explore the Library, meet new friends and enjoy FREE music, games, prizes, snacks and more!

Join us Oct. 3, 2024 for live music, dining and riveting remarks from author Colson Whitehead — the first author EVER to win back-to-back Pulitzer Prizes in fiction for consecutive works. Whitehead has authored 11 works, including the #1 New York Times-bestsellers "The Underground Railroad" and "Crook Manifesto." Tickets will sell quickly, so reserve your spot now! bit.ly/CobbSeries

New and returning students! Start your semester off right at Library House Party, hosted on Aug. 15 at the Edmon Low Library from 7-9 p.m. Amidst the games, music, snack and prizes we'll have, this is the perfect opportunity to meet new friends and explore the Library. Look for the bell tower, or visit okla.st/3Af98vD to find where we're at on campus!

Courage. Style. Strength. Three qualities that describe a woman gymnast. As the USA Women's Gymnastics team takes home the gold at the Paris Olympics, OSU Special Collections and University Archives reflects on our own Cowgirl athletes. Between 1975 and 1985, the OSU Women's Gymnastics program soared to new heights. Under the guidance of coach Larry Bilhartz, the Cowgirl gymnasts claimed the Big Eight title of 1980, along with ranking No.10 at the national level. To learn more about the history of Cowgirl Gymnastics, explore the OAMC Yearbook Archive here; okla.st/3LXjGSw

Our signature Welcome Week event is back next Thursday! Visit the Edmon Low Library from 7-9 p.m. Aug. 15 for a night full of music, games, prizes, snacks and more! All students are welcome, and no registration is required! okla.st/4dsJxO0

We're excited to announce our 2024 H. Louise & H. E. "Ed" Cobb Speaker, Colson Whitehead — the critically-acclaimed author behind "The Underground Railroad" and "The Nickel Boys," which cemented him as the first author to win back-to-back Pulitzer Prizes in fiction for consecutive works. Come hear from Whitehead on Oct. 3, 2024 in the ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center, along with book signing, dinner and live music. Tickets will sell fast, so secure yours here: bit.ly/CobbSeries

Our textbook checkout program is helps ease the financial burden that comes with buying textbooks. If your required textbook costs more than $90, head to the Circulation Desk on the first floor to check out your textbook for two hours at a time! info.library.okstate.edu/textbooks-reserves

Our Quality of Life Collection has something for everyone. From calculators to power banks, sun lamps to white noise machines, this collection has you covered from work to relaxation. New items are always being added; visit bit.ly/3S2Xcnl for the most up-to-date information!

With 6 floors and over 30 different seating options, you're sure to find your favorite study nook at Edmon Low. Whether its a desk hidden in the stacks, a comfy chair in an open lounge area or anything in between, the Library has what you want. Explore our study spaces here: okla.st/3Yg2saD

The exterior book drop on the south side of Edmon Low Library is currently closed for maintenance. We anticipate reopening it within a week's time. Materials can be returned inside during our open hours, which you can view here: okla.st/46Yoa3s