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Share Your Memories of Lied Library

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Lied Library Lied Library's 25th anniversary celebration kicks off this fall, and we want you to be part of the fun! As we commemorate a quarter-century of Lied Library serving the UNLV community, we're creating a special exhibit to honor this milestone—and we need your help. Whether you spent countless hours studying for finals, met your…
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Sterling named Mover and Shaker by Library Journal

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Brittani Sterling Brittani Sterling, Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies Librarian at UNLV Libraries, has been named a 2025 Library Journal Mover & Shaker, one of 50 library professionals across the U.S. recognized for innovation and leadership in the field. Sterling was honored in the Educators category for her work to…
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2025 Lance & Elena Calvert Awards for Undergraduate Research Winners

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The 2025 Lance & Elena Calvert Award Winners, from left, Omar Shafi, Olivia Sinkevitch, Drewmel Darby, Wendy Rein, and Giselle Rivera. The University Libraries is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Lance & Elena Calvert Awards for Undergraduate Research ceremony. This annual event recognizes students who have demonstrated…
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Full-Day Rebel Hours at the Libraries May 12-16

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Lied Library The University Libraries will offer full-day Rebel Hours during Finals Week (May 12-16) to provide a safe and secure environment for students to study and prepare for final projects or exams. This includes Lied Library, Architecture Studies Library, Music Library, and Teacher Development & Resources Libraries. All current…
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Deadline Extended: Lied Library 25th Anniversary Logo Contest

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Lied Library We're celebrating a major milestone—Lied Library’s 25th Anniversary—and we want you to design our official logo! Calling all UNLV students: submit your original designs that capture the energy, innovation, and spirit of Lied Library, and help us make this celebration unforgettable. Prize The winner will receive a $500…
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Help Expand the Represent Collection – Submit Your Suggestions!

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Represent: UNLV Community Selected Collection The University Libraries invites you to help grow the Represent Collection! This community-selected collection includes books, films, and other materials that reflect the diversity of UNLV and represent the cultures, histories, and lived experiences of our university community. We want our…
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Go Beyond "Once Upon A Time" at the Teacher Development & Resources Library

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Once Upon A Time Curated Book Display Curated by Teacher Development & Resources Library student assistant Rayvin Townsel, this month's book display invites you to step into a world of magic, adventure, and enchantment. The "Once Upon A Time" display features timeless classics and fresh retellings that will whisk you away to kingdoms,…
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Earn Recognition for Your Research: Apply for the Calvert Awards!

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2024 Calvert Award winners, from left, Isabella Aceituno, Rosario Martinez, Jade Turner, and Nathaniel Valentine. Not pictured: Fabrizio Ciccone. Are you working on a class project or paper that deserves recognition? Apply for a Lance and Elena Calvert Award for Undergraduate Research. The Calvert Awards celebrate exceptional student…
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Celebrate the Joy of Reading: Share Your Favorite Book!

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What's your favorite book? At UNLV Libraries, we know that books have the power to inspire, challenge, and transport us to new worlds. That’s why we’re inviting you to be part of our Favorite Book Campaign! We want to know—what’s the book you can’t stop recommending? The one that made you laugh, cry, or see the world in a new light?…
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Join the Beginners' Idea Bridge Workshop Series at Lied Library

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Are you ready to turn your ideas into reality? The Beginners' Idea Bridge workshop series will guide you through the creative and practical steps of developing, prototyping, protecting, and funding your business ideas. Whether you are a budding entrepreneur or just curious about the process, these hands-on workshops will help you build…
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