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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.  


Library News

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UC Serves 2023 underscores university's commitment to Cincinnati...

April 27, 2023

This year, the university is celebrating the return of UC Serves – a day for staff and faculty to share the experience of intentional, focused service to the communities surrounding the University of Cincinnati campuses and beyond. The day of service helps connect UC with community neighbors and build stronger connections among university employees. UC Serves brings staff and faculty to the front lines in supporting UC’s institutional commitment to service and community impact in support of our local non-profit partners.

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Honors students go where few have gone before, to view UC’s...

April 26, 2023

Honors seminar "Collecting the World" takes UC honors students throughout campus to see collections of art and artifacts gathered from the university's beginnings. The University Honors Program comprises students academically in the top 7% of UC undergraduates, nearly 1,500 in total across all nine undergraduate colleges.

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News from the Library Blog

New Books in the Science Libraries

New science books have been added to the Geology-Math-Physics Library. Click here to access the March-April 2023 list. If you have nay questions about these books, contact Ted Baldwin, Director of the Science and Engineering Libraries at Ted.Baldwin@uc.edu.

UC Libraries Closed Memorial Day, Monday, May 29

All University of Cincinnati Libraries locations will be closed Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day. Regular library hours for all locations will resume Tuesday, May 30. Have a safe holiday.