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Graphic for Banned Books Week featuring the headline “LOVE IS OUR LEGACY: COMMUNICATING ACROSS DIFFERENCES” in large black and purple text on a light gray background. At left is the book cover for Like a Love Story by Abdi Nazemian, showing a black-and-white city street illustration with pink and yellow accents and the title painted in bold black lettering. The top banner is purple with the words “BANNED BOOKS WEEK” in white, and a blue stripe runs along the bottom of the graphic. The right half of the image is mostly blank space.
Sept 28th, Noon – 1:00 P.M.

Banned Books Event Announced

Abdi Nazemian, award-winning author, screenwriter and producer, will speak about how books can change lives—and even save lives—especially for teens and young adults. As part of the Marriott Library’s involvement in Banned Books Week, the title of his talk is Love is Our Legacy: Communicating Across Differences.
A person stands on an upper-level balcony inside a modern library atrium, resting both hands on a metal railing. The person wears glasses and a bright magenta sweater over a dark collared shirt. The background features glass railings, tall columns, warm wood-paneled walls, and multiple floors of open library space. The image is softly lit with shallow depth of field, creating a blurred backdrop that emphasizes the subject in the foreground.
Dean's Message

New Changes for Student Success

A big welcome to our new students and faculty and those returning this Fall Semester!
A group of five people wearing matching ``Answer U`` shirts stand smiling at a reception desk in a modern office lobby, conveying a welcoming tone.
Q&A

Six Things about Answer U

What exactly is the new Answer U service? Here's a few answers to learn more.
Fall Features
Four people stand behind a service desk in a library makerspace area in front of a whiteboard sign that reads “WELCOME TO PROTOSPACE.” The sign is decorated with hand-drawn cartoon characters in orange and black. The desk in the foreground holds a computer monitor, maps, office supplies, small flags, hand sanitizer, brochures, and several decorative buttons attached to a red table covering. Behind the group, library workspaces and equipment are visible, and partial wall text includes “Marriott Library.” The photo appears to be taken in a bright, open library service area.

Learn to use technology in ProtoSpace’s new location

If it’s 3D printing, virtual reality or even sewing, ProtoSpace has always been the premier spot in the library to utilize these tools and even take part in free workshops. This fall semester, those same great services will have a new home on level 1 near Starbucks and west entrance.  

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Selected additions to the Digital Library in spring 2026

The Digital Library Services team is continuously working to put digitized Special Collections online for researchers! Below are some selected highlights of new materials coming online during Spring Semester 2026, with almost 10,000 items added.

Promotional graphic for Sage Learning Resources. The design features a blue background with a large stylized dark-blue “S” shape. In the upper left, the Sage logo appears above the word “Impact.” Large white text reads, “Perpetual and unlimited access to all of the Sage Learning Resources.” Within the large “S,” the text “Sage Learning Resources” is highlighted, surrounded by related terms including “Data,” “Video,” “Courses,” “Skills,” “Business,” “Research Methods,” and “Reference.” The graphic uses shades of blue, white, and teal with a clean, modern design.

New SAGE Collection Now Available

University of Utah’s J. Willard Marriott Library has acquired the Sage Learning Resources, expanding access to a wide range of digital resources that support research, teaching and student success.

Welcoming New Development Director, Andy Kidd

The Marriott Library has is pleased to welcome Andy Kidd as the new Lead Advancement Officer.

Andy will be connecting with library donors and potential donors, sharing the library’s vision and goals. His core responsibility will be securing major gifts and planned gifts to benefit the library’s endowments, collections and services.

E-readers displaying text and a book cover float over a background of colorful, full bookshelves, blending digital and traditional reading experiences.

Reader App to Improve eBook Accessibility

Beginning May 18th, you may notice a change in the way you access some eBooks. ProQuest Ebook Central is transitioning to a new eBook reader app that includes improved accessibility.

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