News and Announcements

The Pi Day Pie Sale supporting Jaffe Center for Book Arts was a success! Thanks to everyone who participated, purchased delicious pies, sent additional donations and supported the center. 

Don't miss an opportunity to hear environmental journalist Cynthia Barnett talk about her latest book, The Sound of the Sea, Seashells, and the Fate of the Oceans.

Wednesday, March 22, at 3 p.m.

Weiner Suite, 5th Floor, S. E. Wimberly Library

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Join the Hoot and Seek Scavenger Hunt in Jupiter Campus Library on March 20 to learn about your library and win amazing prizes. The missions will be available at 11 AM, and the Hunt will end at 3 PM.

Read the new scholarly communication blog post about textbook affordability, library-licensed materials, and Open Education Resources.

Click to read about the Women's History Month Pop-Up Library, Library Tools for Success, new exhibits, and Library events.

FAU Libraries Community Service Day at Boca Helping Hands was a resounding success. Thirteen library employees joined the nonprofit staff on March 9 in preparing food packages to be distributed across Central and South Palm Beach County to families in need. 

Wimberly Library presents a new exhibit, “Between the Waves: Finding Ocean Curiosities.” Located on the Fifth Floor, the exhibition is on display until May 11 and open Tuesday to Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by the exhibit to browse an eclectic collection of shells, shark teeth, sea glass, and rare books from the Marvin & Sybil Weiner collection and artist books from Jaffe Center for Books Arts.

Open Education Week is March 6 – 10, 2023. It is an internationally recognized time with the goals of improving the quality, accessibility, and affordability of education by facilitating and encouraging open education practices. Learn more about Open Education Resources and register for the upcoming Library webinar on the topic. 

In honor of Women's History Month, the FAU Libraries created a pop-up library of resources dedicated to women's achievements and contributions to society. This special collection features books, journals, and multimedia materials that highlight the history, experiences, and perspectives of women from around the world. The pop-up library is designed to provide easy access to these important resources and promote awareness and understanding of women's issues and struggles.