Year: 2019

The violent fall of the Socialist Republic of Romania captured the world’s attention in December, 1989. As anti-Communist demonstrators ransacked party headquarters, propaganda and paraphernalia of the Ceaușescu regime were literally tossed out into trash heaps in protest. In the spirit of “contemporary archeology”, historian Paul Michelson—with family and friends—scavenged… Read More

Join the Special Collections Library for fascinating talks this semester led by librarians, archivists, and curators. Topics this fall will range from cookbook collections to the 1969 Moon Walk. The talks take place monthly in the Special Collections Reading Room on the second floor of the Central & Divinity Libraries… Read More

Have you ever wondered what carolers are referring to when they sing:  “Oh, bring us some figgy pudding?” You’ve probably heard of it (or its cousin, plum pudding) in English literature and nursery rhymes, too, but how is it made, what does it look like, and how is it… Read More

Conquer finals successfully with the virtual Pre-Exams Study Jam on December 2 from 7pm to 10pm. Maximize your productivity by tapping into the expertise of subject librarians from the Vanderbilt Libraries, Writing Studio consultants, and tutors in general Chemistry and Math. We’ll also help you de-stress with events including guided… Read More

Need more study time? We’ve got you covered with extended hours at the Music Library: Friday, Dec. 6, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Read More

Peabody Library will be closed Wednesday, November 27th through Friday, November 29th. We will be open from 10:00am – 5:00pm on Saturday, November 30th. Extended hours (24/7) will begin on Sunday, December 1st through Saturday, December 14th. The Peabody Library staff wishes everyone a restful break!… Read More

The Walker Management Library Service Desk will be open Monday, November 25th through Wednesday, November 27th from 8am-5pm. The Service Desk will be closed November 28th-30th. Regular Hours will resume on Sunday, December 1st. Thank you!… Read More

The Music Library will be open M-W from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 a.m. We will be closed Sunday, Nov. 24, and Thursday and Friday. Happy Thanksgiving!… Read More

Research, Writing & Relaxation December 2, 7:00-10:00 p.m. Conquer finals successfully with research, writing, and relaxation in the Central Library! Come get up-to-speed on your final research and writing projects. Maximize your productivity by tapping into the subject librarians from the Vanderbilt Libraries and Writing Studio consultants on hand… Read More

Applications are open for Spring 2020 Buchanan Library Fellows. The Buchanan Library Fellows Program The Buchanan Library Fellowship program is designed to create in-depth learning experiences for students. The program is open to undergraduate students who are interested in participating in strategic projects for Vanderbilt Libraries over the course… Read More