IRC Hours Update
The Instructional Resource Center will be closed Friday, May 22nd through Sunday, May 31st. Our summer hours schedule resumes on Monday, June 1st. A complete listing of IRC hours & updates is available on the main library calendar.
May 20, 2026
May 11, 2026
IRC Summer Hours
IRC Summer Hours
The IRC's summer hours schedule begins on Monday, May 11th.
The IRC is closed daily from1 - 1:30 p.m. for lunch.
The IRC is closed daily from1 - 1:30 p.m. for lunch.
- Monday - Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Friday: Online 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday: Closed
A Complete listing of scheduled holiday closures and updates is available on the Main Library calendar. IRC hours are subject to change.
May 9, 2026
May 5, 2026
Finals Week Affirmations
Finals Week Affirmations
Look how far you have come! We are proud of you #EagleNation. Here are a few finals week affirmations:
- I am resilient.
- I can do difficult things.
- I have what it takes to succeed.
- I am proud of my achievements.
- My grades do not define me.
- I am open to possibilities.
- My best today is enough.
Don't forget, there's still time to reserve Archer Library's wellness space this week. Check out available times for Tuesday, 5/5 (5-9 p.m.) and Wednesday, 5/6 (Noon - 4 p.m.).
May 4, 2026
IRC Hours • Finals Week
IRC Hours • Finals Week
- Monday, 5/4 - Wednesday, 5/6: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Thursday, 5/7: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Friday, 5/8: Closed
- Saturday, 5/9 & Sunday, 5/10: Closed
IRC hours and updates are available on the main library calendar. The IRC summer hours schedule will begin on Monday, May 11.
Good Luck on Finals!
Good luck on finals this week #EagleNation
Don't forget, there are quiet spaces in the library for studying and you can always reserve a study room.
April 22, 2026
Archer Library Research Award • Winner
The Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award, sponsored by Archer Library and the Instructional Resource Center, recognizes excellence in research for a student project presented during the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity (URCA) Symposium.
The award application process required a 250-word (or more) research process essay describing research strategies and use of library tools including library databases, discovery service, and selection of search terms. The essay required student reflection of the research process itself. Applicants were required to provide a bibliography or works cited paper for their final project.
Cindy Perkovich, 2026 URCA Symposium Chairperson, recognized the six finalists for the 2026 Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award:
- Raechel Serafimov, for Analysis of Nicotine and Toxic Metals in Nicotine and Tobacco Pouches
- Aniket Patel, for A Comprehensive Dual-Camera Driver Monitoring System for Real-Time Traffic Violation Detection Using Multi-Task Deep Learning
- Colin Pham, for Presentation: Phosphazene-based Metal Organic Frameworks Incorporating Coinage Metals for Drug Delivery Systems
- Zack Van Farrowe, for The Church as Alternative Polis: John Howard Yoder's Vision for Christian Social Action
- Oleksandra Bibik, for Soviet‑Born Wounds in Ukraine: Holodomor Genocide and the Lingering Trauma of a Nation
- Ayden (James) Mason, for The host ranges of Bacillus bacteriophages
Patricia Frank, Archer Library Director, is pleased to announce the winner of the 2026 Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award:
Prabesh Sunar, for Campus Exchange Marketplace — Investigating Behavior in a Zero-Price Campus Exchange System
Prabesh's research and essay examined: "How does a campus-exclusive, zero=price digital exchange platform shape participation, trust, and patterns of resource redistribution among students, faculty, and staff?" (Sunar, P., Archer Library Research Essay, 2026).
Congratulations to the finalists and winner of the inaugural Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award!
April 20, 2026
Library Event • National Library Week
National Library Worker's Day
Find your joy! Join us in celebrating National Library Worker's Day. Stop in the library and enjoy tasty treats including brownies, cookies, tea, and coffee.
When: Tuesday, April 21st
Where: Archer Library Main Floor
Time: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Learn more on the library event calendar @ https://ashland.libcal.com/event/16695107
April 16, 2026
Archer Library Event Calendar
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
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
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.
Application Deadline
All documents must be submitted via the application form by midnight, April 1, 2026. We encourage you to apply for the Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award.
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
Visit our book fair website @ https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ashlanduniversity
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
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!
February 25, 2026
Apply Now! Archer 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.
Application Deadline
All documents must be submitted via the application form by midnight, April 1, 2026. We encourage you to apply for the Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award.
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
Need help finding a book? Stop in the IRC, second floor Archer Library.
February 11, 2026
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
Need help finding a book?
Stop in the IRC, second floor of Archer Library
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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