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/
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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.

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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. 
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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 

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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.

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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
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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 
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March 2, 2026

Save the Date • Scholastic Book Fair


Scholastic Book Fair is back!

The IRC is excited to announce the #ScholasticBookFair is returning to Archer Library.  Get ready for the newest books, bestselling series, and favorite characters that students love. We can’t wait to have you join us for the Best. Event. Ever! 

Where? Join us in the 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

Book Fair Payment Options:

Our book fair is a cashless event. We will be able to accept the following forms of payment.

  • Credit Cards: Credit and/or debit chip and magnetic strip cards. Debit cards that require a PIN are not accepted.
  • Tap-to-Pay: Apple Pay and Google Pay
  • Set up a Book Fair eWallet: Create an account and add funds with a credit card. Pay online prior to the book fair.
  • Book Fair eWallet: Change is not provided with eWallet transactions. After the fair, unused funds will be available to ship online with the Scholastic Store or saved for future eWallets.

Archer Library's #ScholasticBookFair is open to the Ashland University Community. See you soon!

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February 25, 2026

Apply Now! Archer Library Research Award


Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate 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.

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February 16, 2026

Black History Month • Children's Authors

Celebrating Black History Month • Chidlren's Authors

Explore these notable children's book titles by award winning authors. Titles and authors featured are available in Archer Library's juvenile collection. 

  • Kwame Alexander 
  • Christopher Paul Curtis 
  • Sharon Draper Rita 
  • Williams-Garcia 
  • Nikki Grimes 
  • Julius Lester 
  • Patricia McKissack 
  • Walter Dean Myers 
  • Andrea Davis Pinkney 
  • Jason Reynolds 
  • Nic Stone 
  • Carole B. Weatherford 
  • Jacqueline Woodson 
  • Ibi Zoboi 
Looking for additional titles? Search the library catalog on the IRC website. 

Need help finding a book? Stop in the IRC, second floor Archer Library.

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February 11, 2026

Black History Month • Children's Book Illustrators


Black History Month • Children's Book Illustrators 

Celebrating #BlackHistoryMonth♥ Explore these exceptional children's book titles by the following award winning illustrators. Featured titles are available in Archer Library's juvenile collection. 
  • Bryan Collier 
  • Floyd Cooper 
  • Nina Crews 
  • Shane W. Evans 
  • Laura Freeman 
  • Edua Holmes 
  • Gordon C. James 
  • E.B. Lewis 
  • Oge Mora 
  • Frank Morrison 
  • Christopher Myers 
  • Kadir Nelson 
  • Bryan Pinkney 
  • Faith Ringgold 
  • Christian Robinson 
Looking for additional titles? Search the library catalog on the IRC website. 

Need help finding a book? Stop in the IRC, second floor of Archer Library
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February 2, 2026

Craft Your Valentine @ Archer Library


Craft Your Valentine At Archer Library
We'll be your Valentine!

Join the Valentine's Day festivities at Archer Library.  Drop-in to decorate a Valentine's Day bag for your door, make a sweet Valentine button, use one of our Ellison machines to make an assortment of paper hearts, or color a winter-theme bookmark.

♥ There will be Valentine's Day Treats! ♥

Tuesday, February 10 ♥ 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ♥ Active Learning Lab

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Download the OhioLINK App


Archer Library is now Mobile!

Archer Library is easier to access than ever. The new OhioLINK Libraries app brings everything you need into one simple, convenient place on your phone.

With the app, you can:

🔎 Search library resources

📚 Access course reading materials

💬 Contact a librarian for help

🔔 Get notifications about holds, due dates, and events

🪪 Use your digital library card


Download today from the App Store (IOS) or Google Play.

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January 27, 2026

New Titles in Kanopy



Kanopy Title Updates
We're excited to announce our Kanopy KBASE subscription has been expanded and refreshed. Ashland University faculty, students, and staff will now find:
  • Featured Titles for upcoming events such as Black History Month and Women’s History Month.
  • Newly added, subject-focused titles now available in our latest KBASE Select lists.
  • New Additions with 327 new titles now available.
Explore Kanopy from our A-Z Database list - or download the app!
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January 26, 2026

Library Closed • Monday, 1/26



Library Hours Update

Part of the campus-wide announced closures due to high snow levels and inclement weather, Archer Library will be closed Monday, January 26th.  Be sure to check AU's Emergency Communications Plan in preparation for any further closings due to the storm.  The University website and portal have posted announcements regarding closures and classes. 

Library hours and updates are available on our main hours and updates calendar. 

Remember, online library resources such as OneSearch, Databases, and Library Guides remain available to use as needed.

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January 23, 2026

Library Closed • Sunday, 1/25


Library Hours Update

Due to the forecasted winter storm, Archer Library will be closed Sunday, January 25th.  Be sure to check AU's Emergency Communications Plan in preparation for any further closings due to the storm.  The University website will have notices regarding delays and closures available as needed. 

Library hours and updates are available on our main hours and updates calendar. 

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January 16, 2026

IRC Hours • MLK Holiday


IRC Hours Update
The Instructional Resource Center will be closed Monday, January 19th in observance of the MLK holiday.  Spring hours will resume on Tuesday, January 20.  A complete listing of IRC hours and updates is available on the main library calendar.
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January 12, 2026

IRC Hours • Spring 2026


IRC Hours • Spring 2026
The IRC spring hours schedule begins Monday, January 12.
  • Monday:  8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Tuesday:  8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Thursday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Friday:  Noon to 3 p.m. & Online
  • Saturday & Sunday:  Closed
IRC hours are posted on our website and a complete listing of holiday hours and updates is available on the main library hours calendar. 

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January 5, 2026

IRC Hours Update • After Break


IRC Hours After Break
  • Monday, 1/5 - Thursday, 1/8 : 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. 
  • Friday, 1/9: Online Hours 
  • Saturday, 1/10 & Sunday, 1/11: Closed 

The IRC's Spring term hours schedule starts on Monday, January 12th. Welcome back!
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