University Libraries recognizes exemplary student work with 2026 Undergraduate Research Awards
Six University of South Carolina students have been honored by University Libraries with 2026 Undergraduate Research Awards.
Recent Stories
Collecting Comic Book History: Honors Students get hands on experience in Oral History, Special Collections
A deep dive into a remarkable University Libraries collection and a local subculture gave a group of undergraduates a chance to hone their interviewing, research and storytelling skills.
Historic Partners: University Libraries and the Center for Civil Rights History and Research work together to make history accessible
A deep and evolving partnership with University of South Carolina Libraries has been central to the Center's ability to highlight South Carolina Civil Rights collections, bring this history to life for the campus community, and carry it far beyond the university's walls.
Libraries breakfast briefing explores the future of Open Access publishing at USC
Open Access publishing presents both opportunities and challenges for authors of scholarly monographs, and the University of South Carolina Libraries offered an opportunity for extensive discussion of both at an April 1 breakfast briefing.
NAIRR award expands and enhances University Libraries' capacity for AI training
The award gives members of the Libraries' Digital Research Services team access to the Vocareum platform, a virtual learning environment that facilitates hands-on learning and individuated instruction.
Open Educational Resources Summit helps faculty make course materials more affordable
The OER Summit provided information about how faculty can make the transition to similar materials that are available free of charge.
University Libraries partnership with Google Books enhances access to unique materials
A new partnership between University of South Carolina Libraries and Google Books will expand access to thousands of volumes from the Libraries' collections.
"It makes me so happy that our contribution can impact USC's nursing program": Zeigler Fund provides resources for Midwifery students
A privately funded endowment allowed University Libraries to quickly provide resources in support of the Midwifery program's coursework.
A Living Legacy: Dr. Donald Portnoy donates his collection to the Music Library
Distinguished Professor Emeritus Dr. Donald Portnoy, an internationally renowned composer and musician, has donated his personal collection of scores and papers to the Music Library at the University of South Carolina.
University Libraries welcomes Heather Potter as new Assistant Director of the South Caroliniana Library
Heather Potter has been named the Assistant Director of the South Caroliniana Library.
Three graduate students earn University Libraries 2026 Data Visualization Awards
Korebami Adebajo, a Ph.D. candidate in Mechanical Engineering, and Ertan Ağaoğlu and Mehrnoush Mokhtarnejad, both students in the College of Information and Communications, are the winners of this year's University Libraries Graduate Student Data Visualization Awards.
University Libraries celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States with new exhibit
Through its collaborative yearlong exhibit Echoes of Independence: 250 Years of Revolution and Memorialization, University Libraries celebrates 250 years of revolution and memorialization, both in South Carolina and across the nation.
Breakfast Briefing: Open Access Publishing of Scholarly Monographs
Join us as we bring together library leaders, university press professionals, and faculty to explore practical strategies for expanding open access to USC-authored monographs.
"A great community and a great 22 years": Dale Glover retires as Libraries Supply Manager
When Dale Glover started working at University Libraries in 2003, he didn't expect to be here more than a few years. "I had made a promise to myself not to stay in any job for too long," he says.
Open Education Resources Summit
A free, one-day gathering for anyone interested in OER -- whether you're new to open resources or looking to deepen your practice.
Love Data Week 2026
SC Love Data Week is a collaborative celebration of research data hosted by Clemson University, Coastal Carolina University, and University of South Carolina Libraries.
Histories and futures of reading: Honors students work with forgotten Rare Books marginalia
On Wednesday, December 23rd Honors college students from all majors gathered in the Hollings Library Program Room to present a semester's worth of their findings on some of the rarest materials in the world, detailing a unique experience for their friends, families and peers.
Library renovation plans get formal approval
Thomas Cooper Library will be renovated to bring its spaces and infrastructure up to date for the needs of tomorrow following action by the University's Board of Trustees last month.
"For the benefit of a larger community": Rick Layman donates Julian Barnes collection to Rare Books
Longtime friend and supporter of University Libraries Rick Layman has donated his extensive Julian Barnes collection to the Irvin Department of Rare Books and Special Collections.
University Libraries Provides Hands on Experience, Practice Based Teaching to iSchool Students
From current USC librarians teaching classes to various departments providing skills training through internships, University Libraries has long partnered with the iSchool to take students' MLIS education beyond the classroom.
Opening intellectual doors: Special Collections' K-12 outreach provides unique learning opportunities
Millions of high school students read The Great Gatsby every year. But how many of them have the opportunity to see the original proof with Fitzgerald's edits penciled in the margins?
University Libraries offers free subscriptions to The Economist
University of South Carolina Columbia faculty, staff and students may now access The Economist free of charge via an institutional online subscription provided by University Libraries.
University Libraries appoints Valerie Vera as Research Impact Librarian
Valerie Vera has been named University Libraries' inaugural Research Impact Librarian.
Okay, But How is this Useful To Me? Real World Applications of Data Services
Data science, artificial intelligence, and other elements of digital scholarship can seem very abstract and intimidating to people who do not have a background focused directly on those things.
On the Books: Applying machine learning to Jim Crow laws
A scholarly project on century-old legislative history has gotten a boost from cutting-edge librarianship.