Libraries

Micah Altman wins Pizzigati PrizeMIT Libraries’ research director recognized for his work with DistrictBuilder software

Open access gains momentum in WashingtonWhite House takes action to increase access to the results of federally funded scientific research

Study under the Dome day or nightBarker Library reading room reopens as a 24-hour study space

MIT’s Great Dome is rebornThe dome’s ingeniously engineered oculus is reopened, letting natural light flood the rotunda of the Barker Library reading room.

Find images to use while keeping on the right side of copyrightGuidelines and resources on the use of images.

MIT Libraries’ research contributes to award-winning redistricting software, DistrictBuilderWeb-based resource gives citizens the opportunity to participate in the redistricting process.

The worldwide impact of open access to MIT faculty research

Developing future library leadersMIT Libraries launches Fellows Program

Jay K. Lucker, former director of the MIT Libraries, dies at 82Longtime library director remembered as a mentor and consultant.

Barker Library's reading room temporarily closed in AugustRenovations will create a 24-hour study space under the Dome

Popular Libraries’ IAP programs return in JulyAPWorkshops offered July 9–24

Science Fiction Society’s massive library is out of this worldW20 library boasts extensive collection and colorful history.

Borrow Direct library service has begunNeed a book not available at MIT? Request books and materials from Ivy League libraries.

Byki Online builds proficiency in 70 languagesThis resource for the MIT community features instruction in 70 languages, from Afrikaans to Zulu.

MIT Libraries receive papers of distinguished linguist, philosopher and activist Noam ChomskySignificant collection spans a long and distinguished career dating to 1955.

MIT iPhone and Android apps provide access to many Libraries' servicesDownload the free MIT Mobile Android or Mobile iPhone app and gain access to many MIT services, including several offered by the Libraries.

International Open Access Week is October 24-30MIT celebrates efforts to increase access to research and scholarship worldwide.

Institute Archives closed to research use Aug. 22 through Sept.9Assistance will still be available online and by phone

Music library expands collection of Jewish music and materialsGift from MIT alumnus and Holocaust survivor creates new Jewish Music History fund.

Digital library partnership gives MIT access to additional online resourcesSearch the full-text of 8.4 million digitized volumes, and get full online access to 2.2 million volumes in the public domain, through the HathiTrust Digital Library.

The Archivist of the United States to speak at ConvocationDavid Ferriero, event’s keynote speaker, discusses shelf serendipity, archiving in the digital age and MIT’s historic connections.

Data visualization tool developed at MIT gets Library of Congress supportMIT Libraries receives grant for work on 'Exhibit 3.0' software

Harvard and MIT libraries explore far-reaching allianceNew agreement reflects physical proximity, cross-registration, joint programs and research affinities.

MIT libraries joins Borrow Direct Library PartnershipNew agreement will give the MIT community access to nearly 50 million items from participating Ivy League libraries.

Library locations closed over holiday weekWill reopen following the new year.

Remembering Omar KhalidiThe longtime MIT research librarian is remembered as a colleague, scholar and champion of social justice for Indian Muslims.

Omar Khalidi, longtime MIT research librarian, dies at age 57He worked at the MIT Libraries from 1983 until recently.

In the openHundreds of scholarly articles are now freely available online thanks to MIT’s landmark Open Access policy.

Moving ahead with Athena Working Group recommendations on student printingWill implement some recommendations over the fall term, IAP