AI may seem intangible, but it has a physical footprint. In a recent Q&A, we sat down with Dr. Dustin Edwards as he examines the infrastructure, energy demands, and policy questions surrounding the technologies that power artificial intelligence.
➡️ exlibris.lib.wvu.edu/news/20…
ALT Q&A article announcement featuring Dr. Dustin Edwards from San Diego State University with a background of aerial landscape and circuit board imagery.
New research brings new perspectives to West Virginia history. Join us June 18 at 2 p.m. to hear from the next generation of historians as they share their work and discuss the people, events, and ideas that helped shape the Mountain State. ➡️ wvu.libcal.com/calendar/even… See less
ALT Collage of historic West Virginia scenes celebrating its 250th anniversary with the slogan 'Mountaineers Are Always Free'.
We're excited to announce the Art in the Libraries 2026 winning faculty/staff exhibit, I Became Myself Again. Created through community-based focus groups, this mixed-media collection pairs visual works with personal narratives and essential context. exlibris.lib.wvu.edu/news/20…
ALT Two colorful drawings side by side: one of two dancing figures, the other of a person holding a tree viewed through a window, representing 'I Became Myself Again'.
We’re excited to welcome Bridget Wipf as WVU Libraries’ new Entrepreneurship Librarian! She will support faculty, students, and the community with market research, grant navigation, research support, and intellectual property services.
Read more ➡️ exlibris.lib.wvu.edu/news/20…
ALT Headshot of the new Entrepreneurship Librarian, Bridget Wipf, standing outside surrounded by vibrant greenery.
All WVU Libraries will be closed tomorrow, Saturday, May 23 - Monday, May 25, for Memorial Day.
We will reopen Tuesday, May 26. Find hours for your nearest library at wvu.libcal.com/hours.
ALT Notice stating all WVU libraries will be closed from May 23 to May 25.
Attention graduate students‼️ Apply for the WVU Libraries Graduate Student Library Immersion Program, a 3-day workshop to strengthen your research skills, Aug. 10–12 at the Downtown Library. Applications due June 5. Apply today➡️ library.wvu.edu/teach-learn/…
ALT Classroom scene showing students paying close attention to a lecture or group activity.
All WVU Libraries will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12, for Election Day.
We will reopen Wednesday, May 13, with summer hours. Find hours for your nearest library at wvu.libcal.com/hours.
Need a quick study break or a just moment to breathe? We’ve got you! Join us from 7 – 9 p.m., Sunday, May 3 through Monday, May 5, for snacks, stress-relief activities, and a relaxing space to recharge for the final stretch.
From building ideas to breaking new ground, research is a process. ULIB students explored that journey through structures showing strong foundations and layered thinking. Take your work further and apply for the Robert F. Munn Library Scholars Award: library.wvu.edu/initiatives/…
ALT Structure #1: An open structure contain three walls and an open front and top. A rectangular tile provides an entry to the front of the structure.
ALT Structure #2: Large triangles of different colors form a crescent. Small tiles sit on top of each large triangle. The triangles all form the color of the rainbow.
ALT Structure #3: A box made up of magnetic tiles. The top has a small triangular opening.
We are excited to welcome Mark Paris as Dean of WVU Libraries and Press!
We look forward to the future and continued growth of WVU Libraries. 💙💛
Read more about Dean Paris: exlibris.lib.wvu.edu/news/20…
ALT Quote from Mark Paris, new dean of WVU Libraries, that reads, "I'm excited to join such distinguishes colleagues at WVU to advance the land-grant mission and build library and publishing services that serve faculty, students, and communities across West Virginia."
Looking for a calm place to prepare for finals week?
The Downtown Library's Sensory Safe Space on the first floor offers low lighting, soft seating, and a more relaxing environment. Learn more about library spaces on our website. library.wvu.edu/visit-and-st…
What happens when poetry meets the archives?
L. Renée, WVU Libraries’ 2026 Mountain Artist-in-Residence, transforms coal industry records into powerful poetry in "Remain." Read the Q&A: ow.ly/mYww50YNGEU
The join us April 23 at 4 p.m.➡️ ow.ly/h2yJ50YNGEZ
Attention undergraduate students! Did you write an exceptional research paper this year? Submit it for the Robert F. Munn Library Scholars Award! More information about eligibility and the application process can be found on our website➡️ library.wvu.edu
Make the most of Research Week !🎓
Graduate students can reserve a meeting room in the Graduate Research Commons to present theses or dissertations.
Book your space and get ready to share your work➡️library.wvu.edu/about/polici…
Looking for a better way to understand and present data?
Join us today at 11 a.m. for our online workshop, "Intro to Data Visualizations," and learn how to turn data into something clear, meaningful, and useful.
Sign up➡️ wvu.libcal.com/calendar/rese…
All WVU Libraries will be closed Friday, April 3 and will remain closed through Sunday, April 5 for the Spring holiday.
We will see you back on Monday, April 6! Find hours for your nearest library at wvu.libcal.com/hours.
Getting ready to submit your thesis or dissertation? Join our ETD Submission Workshop on Monday, April 6 at 1 p.m.
Register now➡️ wvu.libcal.com/event/1635618…
The @wvuLibraries continue to be one of the MOST impactful resources I’ve experienced at WVU. Their support directly enhances my teaching, research, and student outcomes, most recently by helping bring @forrester CX insights into my UX course. I'm truly grateful. 👏 #CustomerExperience#UX#HigherEd
ALT A report cover titled “Forrester’s Global Customer Experience Index (CX Index™) Rankings, 2025.” It notes scores for 469 brands across 13 countries, dated June 23, 2025, and lists multiple authors. A summary section states that customer experience reached an all-time low in North America, with mixed results globally (21% declined, 6% improved, 73% unchanged). The Forrester logo appears in the bottom right.
"To our incredible community of supporters, I want to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who donated, shared our mission, and advocated for the vital role of Art in the Libraries during #WVUDayofGiving."
- Sally Brown, Curator, Art in the Libraries
Thank you, Mountaineers! 💙💛 Because of your incredible support during #WVUDayofGiving, Libraries can continue to grow as a hub for learning, research, and community connection. Your support truly makes an impact, and we can’t wait to see what we accomplish together next!