Buchanan Fellows

A new student-curated exhibit at the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries explores the exciting world of book arts, with a focus on the intersection of art, craftsmanship and literature. Read More

Melissa Mallon, associate university librarian for teaching and learning, is focused on positioning the Heard Libraries as an essential partner for advancing Vanderbilt's teaching mission. Read More

As the curator of manuscripts at Special Collections and University Archives, Mary McSparran teaches with primary sources, curates several subject areas, including literature and journalism, and preserves collections so that visitors can engage with people’s stories in tangible, meaningful ways. Read More

The Buchanan Library Fellowship program supports hands-on student learning opportunities that build desirable skills and deepen students’ understanding of resources and services in the Vanderbilt libraries. With a focus on undergraduate instruction, the program connects faculty and professional librarians with students to work on experiential library projects and present their… Read More

A new resource at the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries is expanding avenues for digital storytelling, collaborative scholarship and experiential learning on campus. Read More

The Buchanan Library Fellows program supports hands-on student learning opportunities that build desirable skills and deepen students’ understanding of resources and services in the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries. With a focus on undergraduate instruction, the program connects faculty and professional librarians with students to work on experiential library projects and present their work at the end of their fellowship. Read More

Applications are now open for a Buchanan Library Fellowship. This fellowship will accept 2 undergraduates, and will run summer through fall (June through December, 2024). Applications can be submitted here: https://redcap.link/ApplyBLF and are due May 13th, 2024. Please contact Melissa Mallon with any questions. Black Peabody Museum… Read More

You’re invited to a Celebration of Learning for the spring 2024 Buchanan Library Fellowships. Join us for refreshments and to see students showcase their final projects and reflections on their experience. Stop by anytime during the event! When: Thursday, April 18th, 2024, 4:00 – 5:30 pm Where: Central Library… Read More

The Buchanan Library Fellowship program supports hands-on student learning opportunities that build desirable skills and deepen students’ understanding of resources and services in Vanderbilt Libraries. With a focus on undergraduate instruction, the program connects faculty and professional librarians with students to work on experiential library projects and present their work… Read More

Workers pose during the rebuilding of Kirkland Hall after the 1905 fire. (Vanderbilt Special Collections and University Archives) Applications are still open for the fall 2023 Buchanan Library Fellowship, Building a University: Vanderbilt’s Fourth Decade, 1905–1915. This fellowship, which requires a commitment of five to eight hours weekly including project… Read More