Jostin’s 10 Favorite Watchable Books
During the month of December, the University Libraries staff make lists and check them twice. What are these lists about? Anything! You can look at past years’ lists here and stay tuned for more lists! Jostin is the newest Information Commons Supervisor and a double alumni of Loyola. While she’s now one of the bosses, her mindset […]
Gabe’s Top 10 Cozy Games for a Snow Day
During the month of December, the University Libraries staff make lists and check them twice. What are these lists about? Anything! You can look at past years’ lists here and stay tuned for more lists! Winter is coming. And it’s important to have an optimal cozy vibe to get through the snowy, inclement days. For me, that usually means picking the […]
Jamie Wittenberg named dean of University Libraries
Loyola University Chicago has appointed Jamie Wittenberg as dean of University Libraries, effective January 1, 2026. Wittenberg brings extensive experience in academic library leadership, research data management, and open scholarship. She currently serves as assistant dean for research and innovation strategies at the University of Colorado Boulder Libraries, where she oversees collections, technical services, and […]
Gerber/Hart and University Libraries Celebrate Chicago LGBTQ+ History
University Libraries welcomed the Gerber/Hart Library & Archives to the Information Commons for our event Archives in Action: Button Making with Archivists. By Easton Brundage, Research & Education Librarian On November 6, 2025, Jen Dentel from Gerber/Hart Library & Archives brought a selection of historical buttons to highlight Chicago’s LGBTQ+ history. These included buttons from historic gay bars around the city and slogans from different eras of the LGBTQ+ rights movement. StarRose Keyes-Lebergott from the […]
New Display: National Library of Medicine Traveling Exhibit
The University Libraries has been selected by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to host their Traveling Exhibition from October 20 to November 29. AIDS, Posters, and Stories of Public Health: A People’s History of a Pandemic features six physical posters showcasing images created by artists, activists, and community workers. The exhibit also includes a […]
Supporting Student Success through Tuition Scholarship
Funded through the generosity of donors, the University Libraries Student Employee Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to help offset tuition costs at Loyola University Chicago or Arrupe College. In addition to easing financial burdens, the scholarship recognizes the essential role student employees play in advancing the Libraries’ mission to foster academic excellence and student success. […]