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A close-up of an aged colonial-era three‑dollar bill showing worn printed text that reads “THREE DOLLARS” and a passage describing the bill’s value in Spanish milled dollars. Part of a circular emblem with an eagle is visible on the right side. The paper appears yellowed and weathered with ink fading.
Current Exhibition

“The Pen is Mightier: Writing a Revolution”

The Pen Is Mightier: Writing a Revolution highlights the texts, documents, and orations that fueled revolutionary thought. Through a partnership with the State of Utah, the J. Willard Marriott Library plays a central role in this statewide initiative, with rare and remarkable treasures from its collections now on display at the Capitol.
A person stands behind a table filled with large 3D‑printed objects inside a library or makerspace. On the left is a large white 3D‑printed figure resembling a cartoon dinosaur or creature, holding a blocky letter “U.” In front of the person is an oversized gray 3D‑printed shoe with visible geometric detailing. Scattered across the table are additional 3D‑printed items, including small models, tools, and structural shapes in gray, white, and red. Behind the table are shelves of books, scooters or similar devices, and various equipment associated with fabrication or design. Bright orange pillars and overhead lighting are visible throughout the room.
Dean's Message

Education, Research & Student Success

One of the great joys of working in the Marriott Library is witnessing history come to life and celebrating the incredible successes of our students.
A collage of book covers arranged at various angles, featuring titles by Black authors and works about Black history and identity. Visible titles include The Other Madisons by Bettye Kearse, The Disordered Cosmos by Chanda Prescod-Weinstein, Black Skin, White Masks by Frantz Fanon, The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin, and Birthright Citizens by Martha S. Jones. The covers display a mix of portraits, illustrations, and bold typography against a background of grayscale bookshelves.
Book Recommendations

About the Africanfuturist Genre

Africanfuturism is a genre incorporating elements of science fiction, fantasy, alternate history, horror, and magical realism. Here are six novels to get you started in this exciting, innovative genre.
Spring Features
A bright gradient graphic in pink, orange, and yellow promoting a “Write and Shine” event for University of Utah graduate students. Large white text on the left reads “Write and Shine,” with “–and–” in blue and “University of Utah Graduate Students” curved below. Smaller white text underneath invites attendees to meet peers, have dedicated writing time, and attend relevant workshops. On the right, white and blue text announces the “Thesis & Dissertation Writing Camp,” taking place March 9–11, 2026, from 9 AM to 2:30 PM in the Marriott Library, Gould Auditorium Level 1. A QR code sits in the bottom right corner next to the words “Registration Required,” along with a link for more information. The J. Willard Marriott Library and University of Utah logos appear in the top left corner.

Graduate Student Dissertation & Thesis Writing Camp

Join your fellow graduate students in this self-paced writing event and make a serious dent in your thesis or dissertation. Lunch, snacks and information sessions about library and writing resources will be provided.

A collage-style image featuring several e‑readers displaying pages from a book, along with two e‑readers showing the book cover for Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng. The e‑readers are arranged at various angles against a background of tightly packed bookshelves filled with colorful books.

New E-book Subscriptions Bring 800,000 + Titles To U

The Marriott Library has acquired access to two large eBook packages and evidence-based acquisition (EBA) packages, which operate much like eJournals in that they have a subscription period. The new collections include ProQuest Ebooks which offers over 800,000 titles across multiple publishers, as well as Taylor & Francis.

A group of people stands together in a room with warm wood-paneled walls and large windows that reveal an outdoor concrete structure. The group is arranged in two rows, with some standing close together and others spaced slightly apart. They are dressed in a variety of casual and business-casual clothing, including sweaters, button-down shirts, jackets, and slacks. Behind them, a poster on an easel is partially visible on the right side. The carpeted floor and ceiling lights give the setting a professional, indoor event atmosphere.

Data CommUnications Challenge Celebrates Student Data Projects

Data librarians Madison Golden and Kaylee Alexander spearheaded the Data CommUnications Challenge, as part of Love Data Week. Students were challenged to turn their data into a story that captivates and informs audiences. Their work showcased transforming complex data into clear, compelling narratives and on Friday, February 13, the three winners were announced at the showcase event.

Nokes interviewing Angela Lansbury

New additions to the Digital Library from October-December 2025

We’ve added over 1300 new items to the Digital Library over the past three months, here are some highlights.

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We Recommend — Small Presses in the Rocky Mountain West

While the Rare Books Department can’t coax the snow to fall, we can share another kind of distinction for which the Rocky Mountains are celebrated. This week, we’re spotlighting some of the most prolific and renowned fine presses established in the Intermountain West.

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