April 16, 2026

Archer Library Event Calendar


Explore what Archer Library has planned for April!

Here's a look at the events we have scheduled for the end of the spring term.  From treats to crafts to quiet and therapy dogs, we've got you covered.

Stop by for a tasty treat from 1 - 3 p.m.

April 22 • URCA Symposium
The winner of Archer Library's Research Award announced at the URCA Symposium at Noon.

Need a quiet place to study? Join us in the Active learning lab, Library Main floor, from 6 - 8 p.m. 

Bring your current WIP and come to the main floor of Archer Library to relax and work on your project from 11 a.m. to Noon.

The Therapy dogs are returning to Archer Library!  Check the schedule online and stop by the main floor to relax.

Explore our Event Calendar @ https://ashland.libcal.com/

March 30, 2026

IRC Hours Update • Easter Break


Easter Break Hours
  • Wednesday, April 1 - Friday, April 3: Closed
  • Saturday, April 4 and Sunday, April 5: Closed
The IRC's spring hours schedule resumes on Monday, April 6.  Stay up-to-date with IRC hours and updates on the main library hours calendar; our hours are featured in green.

March 27, 2026

Scholastic Book Fair • Thank You


Thank you for making our Scholastic Book Fair a success! 

If you didn't get everything you wanted, you can visit our book fair website and shop even MORE titles online through April 5th via Archer Library's Book Fair Homepage . Discover an expanded selection of exclusive books, new releases, value packs, and more. 

All orders ship direct to home. *Free standard shipping is available on book-only orders of $35 or more, after all discounts are applied. Free standard shipping (for books) must be selected during checkout. *Orders containing products other than books are not eligible for this shipping promotion. 

March 25, 2026

Scholastic Book Fair • Day 3

At the Book Fair

Do you remember the first book you bought at a Scholastic Book Fair? There's nothing quite like browsing the Book Fair and seeing what's new.  

We're open today!

  • Where? Active Learning Lab, Archer Library main floor 
  • When? March 23 - March 26, 2026 
  • Time? 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily 
Visit our book fair website @ https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ashlanduniversity 

Apply Now! Library Research Award


Archer Library and the Instructional Resource Center are sponsoring a $500 Research Award for undergraduate students. This award is in recognition of excellence in research for a student project presented during the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity (URCA) Symposium and will be presented during National Library Week. The award winner will be announced April 22, 2026.

Eligibility
Undergraduate students must present their project at the 2026 Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity (URCA) Symposium. The Archer Library Research Award is for an individual project or presentation. Applicants who fail to submit required award application documents will not be considered for the research award.

About the Research Award
The research award application process requires submission of:
  • Research Process Essay: A 250-word (or more) essay describing your research process and use of library tools.
  • Bibliography/Works cited paper for your final project.
Documents must be submitted via the Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award form; only digital applications will be accepted.

The Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award will be given based on the research process essay. The submitted essay should help the judges understand your research process and what you learned while writing this research paper. Interested in learning more? Click the button below to view the judging rubric.

At the Scholastic Book Fair

Scenes from the Scholastic Book Fair!

We were ready for our close-up Monday as AU TV was here conducting student interviews. 

Popular items include board books, YA books, invisible ink pens, and assorted manga titles. Stop in and find your new favorite book this week.
  • Where? Active Learning Lab, Archer Library main floor
  • Dates? March 23 - March 26, 2026
  • Time? 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily

March 24, 2026

Scholastic Book Fair!

Scholastic Book Fair • We are open

It's day 2 of our Scholastic Book Fair week. 
We can’t wait to have you join us for the Best. Event. Ever! 
  • Where? Active Learning Lab, Archer Library main floor 
  • Dates? March 23 - March 26, 2026 
  • Time? 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily 
Visit our book fair website @ https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ashlanduniversity