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We love libraries. (Obviously.) Check out our recent blog post of awesome libraries to follow:
Do you follow libraries on social media? If you don't, you're missing out on some awesome content. Libraries offer a mix of entertaining and informative posts. From book reviews, recommendations, and teaching to humor, dance, and music, libraries are having a blast. We wanted to share a list of some...
We've added more FREE webinars to our events calendar - including one on getting ready for college and another on AI basics. See them all and register here: https://udc.libcal.com/calendar/events?cid=17792&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=17792&inc=0
We are getting to close to moving in! *barely contained squeeing*
Bit of a gray start to the week, but we do need the rain. Have a great one, Firebirds!
DC Teachers College students work with microscopes in this photograph from 1956.
Our next webinar will help you get ready for the Fall semester. Register now to attend College Prep Tips on August 9 at 1pm:
Gear up for the semester in this session that will equip you with the tools and tips you need to succeed. We’re sharing practical tips for planning, time management, study tips,...
DC is a city chock full of museums. Which is your favorite?
Did you miss our webinar on personal archiving for parents? Check out the replay on our YouTube:
Personal archiving is the selecting, maintaining, and preserving a record of the objects of your personal experiences and life to keep them for the future. I...
It's going to be another scorcher of a week. Take care of yourself and stay hydrated!
Another summer weekend is ahead of us. What are you looking forward to reading?
TOMORROW! Join us for a free webinar that helps you figure out how to save all those important memories in your life. Register now to attend live or get the recording:
Personal archiving is the selecting, maintaining, and preserving a record of the objects of your personal experiences and life to keep them for the future. In this session, we will...
Did you miss our newsletter that went out today? No worries! You can read it online:
It's been quite hot in the DMV this summer. What's your favorite way to beat the heat? We are a fan of our many splash pads:
All the Washington, DC Splash Parks and Splash Pads hours and addresses for 2024 with a details for all the locations for summer fun!
Good morning, Firebirds! How are you going to shine this week?
UDC's flagship campus is located in the heart of Van Ness. We've got some great nearby shops and restaurants. What's your favorite place to grab lunch?
We are CLOSED in honor of Independence Day. We'll reopen at 8am tomorrow. You can still access all of our online resources at udc.libguides.com
Working on a paper and not sure what to write about? We can help! In our new blog post, we share some of our favorite tips for *sparking* an idea and finding the topic you want to write about. Read it now:
Sometimes the hardest part of writing is simply deciding what to write about. There are so many interesting things out there, how could you ever pick just one?! In this post, we share some of our favorite tips for *sparking* an idea and finding the topic you want to write about.
Group and private study rooms are coming back to our remodeled space. We should hold a naming contest, right...
The sun is hiding behind some gray clouds but the temperatures are quite pleasant. Not a bad way to start the week. Have a great one, Firebirds!
As we're gearing up to move into our remodeled space, here's a look at the campus library back in 1980.
Personal treasures are worth keeping forever. Join us on July 12 for a FREE webinar about personal archiving. We're including a special emphasis on what do to with all that "kid stuff." Register: https://udc.libcal.com/event/12297068
We've got another behind the scenes look at your renovation. We can barely contain our excitement to get into this space!
You should have seen the smiles on our faces we toured our new space. We're so close!
Are you writing anything? In our recent blog round up, we shared resources that help you practice and expand your writing abilities. Read it now:
Whether you're doing it for school, work, or yourself, writing is a skill we are always using. Writing can be as simple as a note we jot down on a Post-it or as long as a dissertation. Learning about writing is never complete. We can always hone and improve our skills. In this round up, we're sharin...
The reflections on the window are giving this photo an artsy feel and, you know what, we're just going to role into the week with those shining vibes.
Good or bad, what are you reading right now?
Do you have kids in your life? Do they make a lot of art stuff? What the heck are you supposed to do with all of it? Join us for a webinar on personal archiving for those who are parenting! We'll walk you through how to save and share those precious memories. Register now: https://udc.libcal.com/event/12297068
We are CLOSED in honor of Juneteenth. But we our resources are always open online at
Did you miss our webinar about staying on top of the news without being overwhelmed? That's okay! We've got you covered. Check out the recording:
When it comes to the news, it’s impossible to keep up with everything. In this session, we delve into the ways you can craft a balanced and informed “news di...
It's starting to warm up and this week we're going to sit under a heat dome. What's your favorite way to stay cool in the city?
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You should have seen the smiles on our faces we toured our new space. We're so close!
It's Reading Day. The Library is ready to help you get through finals week! Stay tuned for study breaks and motivation. You got this! #FirebirdFinals #udcfirebirds #OneUDC
Some sounds of the end of summer. Have a great week, Firebirds!
New website navigation bar, who this? We hope this makes using the library’s website much easier. Let us know what you think!
Study break time! Put on your favorite song and bust a move. #FirebirdFinals #UDC1851 #UDCFirebirds
*clears throat* *starts singing* So long! Farewell! It's the last day of spring classes! *ends singing* The semester is amost over, Firebirds! You got this!
You did it! You finished the fall semester and that is pretty darn exciting. WOOOO! (Now go enjoy the break.) #FirebirdFinals #UDC1851 #UDCFirebirds
If you're shoulders are tense or you've been clenching your teeth, try some stretches to loosen the tension in your body. A good shoulder roll can do a lot. #FirebirdFinals #UDC1851 #UDCFirebirds
Take a break and focus on your breathing. Deep breathing can relieve stress and help you focus. #FirebirdFinals #UDC1851 #UDCFirebirds
There is no one like you in the world and that's what makes you great! You got this! #udc1851 #udcFirebirds #FirebirdFinals
Deep breaths, Firebirds! You can ace those finals! #udc1851 #udcFirebirds #FirebirdFinals
Working on some end of semester research? We're here to help! Schedule an appointment (online or in-person) with a librarian here: https://buff.ly/2CDFJK7
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