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Reader App to Improve eBook Accessibility

ProQuest Ebook Central is transitioning to a new eBook reader app that includes improved accessibility....

20 April, 2026 / 0 Comments

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English Century Collections Online Now Expanded

The Marriott Library has purchased the third version of Eighteenth Century Collections Online (ECCO), just released by Gale Publishing in March 2026. This completes the ECCO database; ECCO I and II were purchased approximately 15 years ago by the library....

07 April, 2026 / 0 Comments

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The Japanese Church of Christ Photograph Collection

For over 100 years, the Japanese Church of Christ (JCC) of Salt Lake City has been a social, cultural and spiritual anchor for generations of Japanese Americans in the Intermountain West. The J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections preserves and provides access to the Japanese...

07 April, 2026 / 0 Comments

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6 Contemporary Ecofiction Titles for Earth Month

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...

31 March, 2026 / 0 Comments

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Stress Buster Week Spring 2026: Helping Students Succeed

Stress Buster Week is a semi-annual event for students to help them de-stress before finals week. Organizations from across the University of Utah campus have joined together to provide a week full of resources....

26 March, 2026 / 0 Comments

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Welcoming New Head of Teaching, Research and Outreach, Genifer Snipes

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...

18 March, 2026 / 0 Comments

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A Welcome to New Library Hires in 2026

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...

13 March, 2026 / 0 Comments

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New Perimenopause, Menopause and Postmenopause Books

These new library books cover perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause for patients and health care providers. These hormonal changes are a natural part of aging for women with symptoms beginning in ones’ 30-40s. Doody’s Core Titles publishes a “Doody’s Special Topics List” that brings together the top...

12 March, 2026 / 0 Comments

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Web of Science Now Expanded

For years the Marriott Library has provided the vast database Web of Science to the University of Utah campus. This powerful database covers journal articles, international publications, conference proceedings, and books in the hard sciences, social sciences, and humanities. One of the richest collection of...

03 March, 2026 / 0 Comments

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6 Books by Women Writers in Translation

AANHPI Heritage Month is a time to honor and celebrate the rich cultures, histories and contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding of AANHPI heritage or simply wanting to read powerful stories by AANHPI authors, here...

27 February, 2026 / 0 Comments