The Floyd O'Neil Marriott Library Research Fellowship, offered annually by the J. Willard Marriott Library's Special Collections Department, offers a $3,500 grant to support scholarly pursuits. Named after Dr. Floyd A. O'Neil, former director of the American West Center, this fellowship aims to spark curiosity...

Ecofiction is a genre that roots itself in the interconnectedness of life. Rather than using nature merely as a setting, ecofiction treats the natural world and the threats it faces as central forces shaping plots and characters. While some authors ground their writing in the...

Step into the world of nineteenth-century Utah, where faith, identity, language and typography converged in one of the boldest printing experiments in American history: The Deseret Alphabet. Discover the remarkable story behind this visionary script—from its ambitious beginnings to its lasting impact. This exhibition explores the...

Have you heard? The J. Willard Marriott Library has recently expanded their technologies offerings in the ProtoSpace. This time, it is specifically aimed towards audio technology for producing music and other audio-based creations....

The J. Willard Marriott Library is pleased to announce the appointment of Genifer Snipes, M.S., MSLIS, as the head of the Teaching, Research and Outreach Department, effective January 2026. In this role, Ms. Snipes leads the Marriott Library’s engagement with the University of Utah’s academic...

There are several new faces at the Marriott Library! These friendly and knowledgeable individuals are here to assist students, staff and faculty with all things required for all encompassing academic success. Feel free to reach out to them at any time; they are here for...

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She was raised in foster care and wasn’t permitted to pursue college when she graduated from high school at the age of 15. In her early 20’s, she fled an abusive marriage. She then raised three children on her own while working fulltime and pursuing...