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- Find OA agreement journals with new UI search tool
by University of Iowa Libraries on 22 Jun 2026The University of Iowa Libraries has launched a new journal search tool to help authors identify journals that are eligible for open access (OA) agreements with scholarly publishers. The tool is updated when journals are added or removed […]
- BTAA, Wiley renew open access agreement with changes
by University of Iowa Libraries on 4 May 2026The Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) and Wiley have renewed its open access agreement for 2026–2027. The full Wiley Online Library of journals remains available, and unlimited publishing in Wiley’s hybrid OA journals at no cost extends […]
- UI Museum Studies students gain hands-on experience through Unpacking Travel exhibit
by Lindsay Morecraft on 30 Apr 2026The following is written by Lead Public Services Librarian Lindsay Moen The University of Iowa is home to the country’s oldest Museum Studies Program, with related courses dating as far back to the 1889–1890 academic year, according to […]
- McBeth, Thomas recognized for outstanding contributions to UI Librariesby University of Iowa Libraries on 13 Apr 2026
Two University of Iowa Libraries staff members were honored for their contributions to the organization during an awards reception in spring 2026. The recipients were selected by a committee, which reviewed nominations submitted by their […]
- Dietz-Castel receives 2025 Benton University Librarian’s Award for Excellence
by University of Iowa Libraries on 13 Apr 2026Miles Dietz-Castel has been named the 2025 recipient of the Arthur Benton University Librarian’s Award for Excellence in recognition. Dietz-Castel’s nominators highlighted his unwavering dedication, exceptional professionalism, and […]
- 15 student library workers receive scholarships for 2025–26
by Krista Hershberger on 18 Feb 2026Student employees complete a wide variety of tasks, including directing users to needed resources, caring for collections, and processing material. For the 2025–2026 academic year, 15 undergraduate student employees have been awarded […]
- Inside the UI Libraries with Bill Voss
by Krista Hershberger on 12 Feb 2026Bill Voss is one of the department professionals and he specializes in making exhibit mounts and preparing materials for display, in addition to performing complex treatments on materials from the UI Libraries distinctive collections.
- UI Libraries staff present at national conferences
by Krista Hershberger on 23 Jan 2026We are proud to highlight University of Iowa Libraries staff work that impacts not only our campus but leading the way in information services and innovative collaborations across the country.
- Iowa conductor James Dixon honored in new Main Library Gallery exhibition
by Sara J. Pinkham on 22 Jan 2026The Main Library Gallery at the University of Iowa Libraries welcomes visitors to go “behind the podium” in its new exhibition about local orchestra conductor James Dixon (1928–2007). Free and open to the public, Orchestrating […]
- Here’s what entered the public domain in 2026
by Krista Hershberger on 5 Jan 2026This year, we’re excited this includes the first four Nancy Drew novels, including works by ghost writer Mildred Wirt Benson whose materials are saved and available to the public through the Iowa Women’s Archives.
- Share your feedback through the Main Library Experience Survey
by University of Iowa Libraries on 20 Oct 2025Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors are invited to complete a survey that will help make the library a more supportive and effective space for everyone’s learning, success, and holistic well-being.