University of Toledo - Mulford Library

Mulford Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4th in honor of Independence Day.

This will be a terribly hot week. Here is a list of cooling stations around the city if you need it; share the list with people who might need it. We're all in this together. Stay safe!

Extreme Heat Extreme heat affects everyone, especially vulnerable groups like unhoused people, pregnant women, people with heart or lung conditions, young children,…

We will be closed next Wednesday, June 19th, in honor of Juneteenth.

Capturing part of the history of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, “Sister Eileen and Her Boyz” chronicles the work of Sister Eileen Schieber, who moved to Toledo in 1987 to serve as vicar for religious within the Diocese of Toledo and soon became a leading advocate for individuals with HIV/AIDS at a time when the virus and illness it caused was highly stigmatized. Watch on WGTE-TV at 3 pm Sunday, June 16.

Film Professor’s HIV/AIDS Documentary Airs on WGTE-TV June 16 | UToledo News “Sister Eileen and Her Boyz, an HIV in the Rust Belt Story,” directed and produced by Holly Hey, chronicles the grassroots efforts to support Toledoans with HIV/AIDS during the early years of the epidemic.

Celebrate Pride Month with a great read! Come explore our Pride Month book display on the 4th floor of Mulford Library!

It's that time of year, friends! Time for Summer Read, with options for kids, teens, and adults. For adults, it's reading at least 20 minutes for at least 30 days during the program - easy-peasy! The point is fun reading, but _Berne & Levy Physiology_ would count too, we guess. 😁

As we continue celebrating 100 years of Summer Read, check out our decade reviews! What were the most popular books when you were growing up? Explore them all now!
www.toledolibrary.org/blog

Hey Rockets! Just a heads up that we will be closed this upcoming Monday, May 27th in honor of Memorial Day.

The Rocket Style Career Closet offers UToledo students the opportunity to select identity-affirming professional clothing items at no cost to them, preparing them for upcoming interviews, career fairs, professional conferences or new jobs. ➡️ https://myut.link/lzj

Contribute to the Rocket Style mission through clothing or monetary donations ➡️ https://www.utoledo.edu/career/rocketstyle/

A big con-GRAD-ulations to all the med school graduates from yesterday! We are beyond proud of you! Your hard work has truly paid off, and we can't wait to see all the amazing things you'll achieve in the future!

Hello, Rockets! Here are our holiday closures for the summer semester: we will be closed on May 27th for Memorial Day, June 19th for Juneteenth, and July 4th for Independence Day!

Check out our special book display on the fourth floor of Mulford Library to celebrate Nurses Appreciation Week! Dive into inspiring reads celebrating the invaluable contributions of nurses.

Congratulations to all the graduates who crossed the stage this past weekend! Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and we couldn't be prouder. We have every confidence that you'll continue to achieve amazing things in the future!

Finals week is upon us, and Mulford Library is here to support you every step of the way! Whether you need a quiet study space, research assistance, or just a comforting atmosphere, we've got you covered. Stay focused, stay determined, and remember: You've put in the work, and success is within reach. You've got this!

UPDATE: Hazel's visit on Tuesday has been cancelled due to illness.

Finals got you stressed? Don't worry, we've got the remedy: therapy dogs at Mulford!

Tuesday, April 30th:
**CANCELLED** Hazel will visit from 1pm to around 2pm in the lounge on the first floor of the Mulford Annex.

Wednesday, May 1st:
Violet will visit from 12pm-1pm in room 420 of Mulford Library.
Barli will visit from 6:30pm-8:30pm in room 420 of Mulford Library.

Take a break and cuddle up with our furry friends!

Exciting news! We now have two walking desks and one cycling desk available for students to use in room 506 of Mulford Library! Come try them out!

As the semester winds down: If you have any books checked out that you no longer need, please remember to return them. Especially if you are graduating or leaving campus for the summer. Thank you!

Happy ! Check out this picture of the 5th floor of Mulford from over 20 years ago! What a blast from the past!

If you're planning on visiting Mulford Library this weekend, please note that the Glass City Marathon will cause road closures on Sunday morning. Your commute may be impacted. Go to https://glasscitymarathon.org/parking-road-closures/ for more details on which roads will be closed.

Jolene here: who's running the Glass City Marathon on Sunday? We'll be cheering you on at the corner of Manchester and Christie!

Just a reminder that Barli, the therapy dog, is visiting today from 6:30pm to 8:30pm in room 420 of Mulford Library and that Violet, the therapy dog, is visiting tomorrow from 3pm to 4pm in room 420 Mulford Library. See you there!

Happy Earth Day from Mulford Library! Today's all about celebrating our incredible planet and finding simple ways to cherish it. Whether it's picking up litter, enjoying a hike, or planting a tree, every little action counts. Let's make every day Earth Day by showing our love for this beautiful world we call home!

We have 3 therapy dogs visiting Mulford this week!

-Hazel is visiting on Tuesday from 1pm to 2pm (with a possible extension to 2:30pm if busy) in the lounge on the first floor of the Mulford Annex.
-Barli is visiting Wednesday from 6:30pm to 8:30pm in room 420 of Mulford Library.
-Violet is visiting Thursday from 3pm to 4pm in room 420 of Mulford Library.

Stop by for a paw-some time!

A tornado WATCH means that conditions are such that tornadoes might form. No need to do anything but keep an eye on the weather.

If there is a tornado WARNING for Lucas County, you will hear sirens, overhead announcements, and text alerts. In case of a tornado warning, evacuate the library by taking the stairs down to the basement and wait in the tunnel between Mulford and the hospital.

JUST IN: Tornado Watch has been issued for most of Ohio.

Spring graduation is around the corner!

PS - we generally don't propel our hats at graduation any more...that's an eye injury waiting to happen.

Happy ! Did you know that back in the day, our six-floor collaborative learning space actually used to be a computer lab? Here is a picture of it from 2004!

The Department of Women’s and Gender Studies, the Africana Studies Program, and the Office of Multicultural Student Success will host a film screening of “Aftershock,” at 4 pm, on Thursday, April 11. The free, public screening event will take place in the OMSS Office, Room 2500 in Thompson Student Union on Main Campus. “Aftershock” is an award-winning documentary that examines the lives of two families who became ardent activists in the maternal health space, seeking justice through legislation, medical accountability, community and the power of art. They are requesting registration on InvoNet if you are planning on attending. For more information and a link to InvoNet, follow the link in the comments.

UToledo Hosting April 11 Screening of Award-Winning Documentary, ‘Aftershock’ | UToledo News The free, public event is part of Black Maternal Health Week and runs from 4 to 6 p.m. in Thompson Student Union Room 2500.

Today is ! Recent reports from the American Library Association reveal a concerning rise in censorship efforts targeting libraries. Let's defend these vital spaces as havens for diverse voices and ideas. Join us in preserving the freedom to read and explore.

Go to https://uniteagainstbookbans.org/right-to-read-day/ to learn ways to advocate for the right to read.

Happy National Library Week! Join us in celebrating with these fun activities:

Participate in our "Guess How Many" contest for a chance to win a candy jar! Just guess the amount of candy in each of the jars on top of the shelf next to the 4th-floor circulation desk.

Share your love for Mulford Library on our "I love Mulford Library" board by the 5th-floor elevators! Write down what you adore about the library on a post-it note and stick it on the whiteboard.