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UC Libraries

The University of Cincinnati Libraries is an integral partner in the university’s efforts to achieve its core mission of teaching, research and community engagement. Through the work of our NEXT Directions Strategic Framework, and with the realization of our mission and vision, we support the platforms of academic excellence, urban impact and the innovation agenda outlined in the university’s #NEXT Lives Here strategic directions.

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SPECIAL COLLECTIONS

UC Libraries preserves and provides access to special collections and the scholarly and historical record of the university, including archival as well as born-digital content and datasets.

LIBRARY SPACES

As the intellectual hub for students and faculty, libraries provide a variety of spaces that inspire and promote learning and discovery.

DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Library services, collections and programs foster the spark of inspiration for a digital culture that integrates traditional ways of learning with new ways of discovery and exploration.

 

With over 4.5 million volumes and access to thousands of electronic resources available 24/7 through our online library catalog, UC Libraries' virtual and physical locations offer resources for everyone. UC Libraries includes the Walter C. Langsam Library, the Archives and Rare Books Library, the Donald C. Harrison Health Sciences Library, and eight college and departmental libraries serving constituents in applied science, architecture, art, biology, chemistry, classics, design, education, engineering, geology, mathematics, music, physics and planning.  


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Archives and Rare Books Library receives national grant to...

November 19, 2024

The National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) awarded the University of Cincinnati Libraries Archives and Rare Books Library a $109,349 grant to support a project to complete archival processing of the records of the Cincinnati Branch of the NAACP related to the 1974 Bronson v. Cincinnati Board of Education desegregation case, the city’s most significant case in the fight for school desegregation.

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University of Cincinnati announces closure of University Press...

October 17, 2024

Following seven years of funding support, the University of Cincinnati (UC) has determined that the long-term financial sustainment of the University of Cincinnati Press is not feasible. Funding resources, including start-up funds have been exhausted and the press is not in a self-sustaining financial position. Therefore, the University of Cincinnati Press imprint will cease to operate June 30, 2025.

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News from the Library Blog

Mary Maciel: Visionary in Medical Illustration

Founder of the University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine, School of Medical Illustration (1930-1972) By Devhra BennettJones Penetrating trauma surgery Abdominal Blood Vessels The Henry R. Winkler Center for the History of the Health Professions is pleased to announce online … Continue reading