LEAP is a University of Utah program designed to prepare new students to transition into college by providing small classes, active engagement on campus and a pipeline into scholarships and employment. Each student is assigned their own personal librarian so they have guidance in research,...
From a graphic novel showcasing original art created during Japanese American internment to a documentary on the art of tatau, honor Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month with these great selections from the library’s general collection. ...
Recently, librarian Marina Narvaez demonstrated this when she visited a local 4th grade class at Elk Run Elementary to share her love of the library with them. “I believe programs that support K-12 schools give volunteers the opportunity to break up the students’ day with...
At any given time of a busy semester, there are roughly 100 students working in the library One thing that’s for sure, the students who work part-time in the library contribute immensely to the daily operation of the library. These three graduates agreed to be...
Join us this month to learn more about the History of Special Collections at the Marriott Library with Archiving the Archives – an exclusive community showcase – on Thursday, April 25 and Friday, April 26, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM in the Rare Books Classroom...
A palpable energy filled the Gould Auditorium on Friday, April 5th. Here, a diverse group of first-generation students and faculty gathered for First-Gen Con, an annual conference by and for first-generation students co-hosted by the University of Utah's Center for First Generation Success and the...
Stress Buster Week is a semi-annual event for students to help them de-stress before finals week. This time around, the Marriott Library is partnering with many University of Utah campus organizations to help make it an amazing week including:...
As they say, April showers bring May flowers, and I am very much looking forward to seeing some signs of spring! Here at the library we’re entering April with a busy start, as this week we kick off U Giving Day and we take part...
Within the University of Utah's academic domain lies the esteemed Special Collections Department of the J. Willard Marriott Library, housing original and rare resources with an emphasis on Utah and the American West. The annual Floyd O'Neil Marriott Library Research Fellowship, a $3,500 grant honoring...
Join us for a sneak peek at some Special Collections materials that speak to the history of the LGBTQIA+ movement in our community....