This week at the Libraries—visits from author SenLinYu and local artist/entrepreneur Marina Fela-Castillo, bracelet-making, and dogs galore. Plus workshops in textiles upcycling, an intro to 3D printing, and how to make visualizations for publication. lib.ncsu.edu/events

This week at the Libraries—pet dogs, shout trivia, watch film, game in community, AND visit Icelandic volcanoes! Plus free workshops in sewing as well as R, Blender, and Python.

Is "overheard at NC State" still a thing? Well, sometimes we overhear some stuff and we gotta set the record straight. The fins are very ~cool~ but they don't move.

Dazzling visuals and innovative information—that’s the Libraries’ Coffee & Viz series! These events showcase the unique ways that researchers at NC State and elsewhere are using visualization to enhance their scholarly work.  The fall 2025 Coffee & Viz schedule: www.lib.ncsu.edu/events/serie....

The Libraries and the Student Film Society recently co-hosted a screening of the film “Growing Pains” at the Hill Library. Mari Fabian, a Technician alum and a co-writer of the film, was present for a discussion after the viewing. Read more about the event: technicianonline.com/148397/cultu...

Need help sifting through all that research? Try Keenious!  It allows you to access relevant research on topics of interest by analyzing any entered or uploaded text and recommending related scholarly publications, linking users to the full article.  www.lib.ncsu.edu/news/collect...

This week at the Libraries—celebrate 10 years of the Makerspace! Read with us! Or watch a movie! We got options! Every Monday look for this post about what's happening all week at the Libraries in events, programs and workshops. And sign up for our enews about all this too!

The Technician talks with our own David Goldsmith, Associate Director for Collections & Research Services, and Marian Fragola, Director of Community Engagement, about libraries' approaches to banned books. technicianonline.com/148395/cultu... Image by Zay Mahatha

We're toasting to 10 years of the Libraries' Makerspace and we want you to join us!  RSVP here: www.lib.ncsu.edu/events/libra...

We asked, and you responded! Turns out, 40% of you prefer dark mode, so we created that option for you. You will be served the version of our site that matches the settings on your phone or computer. Enjoy!

This week at the Libraries, classic Sex Ed films (cringe!) and doggie chill time, plus workshops in zines, 3D printing and more! Every Monday look for this post about what's happening all week at the Libraries in events, programs and workshops. And sign up for our enews about all this too!

DESIGN A GAME IN 4 DAYS? Get ready for the GAME JAM, a four‑day creative sprint, Sept. 25–28, where 30–45 students from any major team up to build playable games and digital art from the ground up. www.lib.ncsu.edu/game-jam

Behold my sharpies! @ncstate.bsky.social @ncsulibraries.bsky.social

See the winners of the 2025 Envisioning Research Contest. The annual competition — open to students, faculty and staff — commemorates its 10th year of celebrating exploration and innovation across campus. Check it out! news.ncsu.edu/2025/08/the-...

The semester's first THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARIES includes crafting, making, journaling, gaming, and a movie! Not to mention our usual slate of great workshops! Can't wait to see you!

Welcome to your Libraries! There are WAY more than ten things not to miss at the Libraries, but this is a pretty good start! Check out a textbook or a VR headset, come to one of our fantastic events or take a super fun workshop, meet with a tutor or play a bunch of video games...all for FREE!

We're coming out swinging with so many events! Come hang out with us, get to know—or reacquaint yourself with—our spaces, and check out all our great resources. Keep up to date at lib.ncsu.edu/events

👀 Have you been hearing stuff about us? Thanks for coming to the source to set it straight! 👀 Fun fact: Our librarians do more way more than manage books 😊 Our librarians can help you with your research projects, connect you with resources and more!

Novelist SenLinYu visits the Stewart Theatre on Thurs, Sept 25 at 7pm to discuss their first novel, Alchemised, a riveting dark fantasy debut! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for a limited number of free tickets for current NC State students. www.lib.ncsu.edu/events/autho...

New name, same great service! The Libraries’ Tripsaver—which includes interlibrary loan among other useful services—is expanding to become Interlibrary Services. Read about new offerings at www.lib.ncsu.edu/news/main-ne...

Come visit the information tables from the Graduate School, the Libraries, DELTA, the Academic Success Center, Campus Writing & Speaking Program, and Prevention Services. Visit www.go.ncsu.edu/ta-toolkit to learn more!

Be sure to check out both the Hill and Hunt Libraries and all the other beautiful and historic spots on NC State's great virtual campus tour! news.ncsu.edu/2025/07/tour...

Interested in a communications career? Wanna work with the Libraries? Apply at www.lib.ncsu.edu/jobs to be our Photography and Graphic Design Assistant. Cover our super fun Libraries events and help create graphics to promote all that the Libraries offers!

The Hill Library is back in business! After summer repair projects, we're open to the public. Come visit us!

Interested in a social media career? Wanna work with the Libraries on it? Apply at jobs.ncsu.edu to be our Social Media Assistant! Post about the Libraries from a student's perspective and work with the Libraries Communications team to help promote our services, spaces, events, and workshops.

Guess what?! We're so back. Soon! The Hill Library will reopen at 7am on Friday, August 1 after being closed for electrical upgrades. In the meantime, here are some details and other places to study: www.lib.ncsu.edu/closed

The Libraries will team up with USA Baseball to host WBSC eBaseball™ Series 2025 World Finals in early November. Check it out! www.wbsc.org/en/news/usa-...

In this first edition of Staff Stories, team members from our Libraries' Special Collections Research Center will share their career journeys, highlight the unique and impactful work they do. 📅 When: Tuesday, July 15; 12:00-1:00pm 📍 Where: Virtual Register here: www.lib.ncsu.edu/events/staff...

Check out one of our latest installations "University History Walking Tours" at iPearl Immersion Theater! Join university archivist, Todd Kosmerick, as he gives a historical tour around campus. The full series is featured on our YouTube channel.

We are hiring an LIS graduate student in the Research Triangle area of NC. The graduate student intern will complete training and build experience with in-person library instruction topics, shadowing and teaching ~10-15 one-shot sessions per semester. Apply now! jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/219...

The Libraries’ Making Space event series has been awarded one of the inaugural grants from the Wolfpack Women in Philanthropy Impact Fund, which supports initiatives that empower women and enhance the university experience for everyone in the campus community. www.lib.ncsu.edu/news/main-ne...

Every Learner Everywhere writes about the Libraries' Alt-Textbook Program and the work of David Tully, our Principal Librarian for Student Affordability. Read more at www.everylearnereverywhere.org/blog/how-nc-...

Each spring, the Libraries recognizes some of its many exemplary student employees with its Student Awards. The event was sponsored by the Libraries' Student Assistant Program Committee. Congrats to the Libraries Student Awards recipients! www.lib.ncsu.edu/news/staff-n...

Have you secured your new favorite tote bag yet? Support the NC State University Libraries with a gift of $75 or more by June 30th and receive this limited edition tote bag. It’s perfect for your latest book haul and a great way to show your love for the Libraries year-round.  Donate today!

NC State, led by the Libraries' Cody Elsen, Esports Program Director, is hosting the 2025 College League of Legends and Valorant Championship Grand Finals this weekend at the NC State Gaming and Esports Lab at the Hunt Library. Game on! Read more at esportsadvocate.net/2025/03/coll...

The Data Science Consulting program provides free assistance to students, faculty and staff seeking help with their data and telling the story behind their research. Read more at news.ncsu.edu/2025/04/rese...

Did you know that NC State Library students and scholars have access to the 2ND LARGEST ACADEMIC RESEARCH COLLECTION IN THE COUNTRY? It’s only possible through the Triangle Research Libraries Network (TRLN). For more info about our collections, visit

This week’s happenings at the Libraries! Take a workshop in sewing or 3D design, work with visiting sound artist Craig Colorusso, or pet some ponies for a study break.

Citation management tools can help organize and cite your research. The Libraries can connect you to citation tools like Zotero, Mendeley, and EndNote—and explain their pros and cons. For more information about our citation management services, visit lib.ncsu.edu/do/citation-...

New exhibit alert! Coming soon to the Cyma Rubin Visualization Gallery, “Every Person is an Invention” is an Interactive exhibit celebrating LGBTQIAPN+ stories. FREE & open to all - come experience the art of personal storytelling!

Your passion inspires us. 🤩 🤩 🤩 On @‌NCState Day of Giving, you made 293 gifts totaling $1,152,721 in support of our Wolfpack. Thank you for #GivingPack!

The Libraries has received 245 gifts so far 🤗 🤗 🤗 Let's see if we can surpass our record from last year of 336 gifts 😎😎😎 Don't miss your chance to support the Libraries and be a part of this extraordinary day. Make your #GivingPack gift before midnight.

WOWZA!! We're currently in 4th place! Let's see if we can beat Athletics 👀 & time’s ticking ⏰ — there are only 12 more hours left in Day of Giving! Thank you for #GivingPack !! dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/organization...

Today, we’re rallying as a Pack to support the Libraries programs!!! People and passions that make the NC State University Libraries extraordinary. It's NC State Day of Giving we're #GivingPack !!

Wolfpack! Join us for a week of making, wellness, theater and more! lib.ncsu.edu

Welcome back, Wolfpack! We’ve got a lot of programing & workshops going on this week. Check em out! lib.ncsu.edu/events

Book repair workshop was awesome! @ncsulibraries.bsky.social

The Head Start challenge starts MIDNIGHT TONIGHT! Help the Libraries get a head start on Day of Giving! Go to the NC State’s Day of Giving website (dayofgiving.ncsu.edu/info/challen...) to see the complete list of actions, such as watching the teaser video or following NC State on social media.

Do some science and have some fun—it’s time to register for the spring 2025 Pack Science Challenge! lib.ncsu.edu/pack-science-challenge

Silent Reading Society, beat-making and crafting, and the always fabulous Spring Research Slam—plus other great events every day this week at the Libraries! lib.ncsu.edu/events