News & Events

The News Archive contains summaries of news stories about prominent news developments. The heading of each item links to the full text of that story.

The Compact Disc Turns 30: Library Employee Sam Brylawski on NPR

Sam Brylawski from Special Collections was interviewed on NPR. He shared his insights on the anniversary of the compact disc.
Lectures & Talks, Library Employees, News for Faculty, News for Students, Special Collections, Special Collections Announcements
October 3, 2012

Mysteries of Copy Cards, Printing, and Photocopying Revealed!

Confused about how to print? Not sure where to buy a copy card? Read on to learn more about these services in the Library.
Library Services, News for Faculty, News for Graduate Students, News for Students, News for Undergraduates
October 2, 2012

Vending Machines in New Location

We have moved the vending machines to the southwest stairwell. Now you can have a late-night snack during overnight study!
News for Graduate Students, News for Students, News for Undergraduates
October 1, 2012

Overnight Study Now Available in Davidson Library

Our new Overnight Study Service increases the spaces and services available to UCSB students, faculty, and staff after regular building hours.
Library Services, News for Faculty, News for Graduate Students, News for Students, News for Undergraduates
September 26, 2012

Library Launches Beta Mobile Website

Our new beta mobile website is now available.
Library Services, News for Faculty, News for Graduate Students, News for Students, News for Undergraduates, Technology
September 24, 2012

New Graduate Study Room Now Open on 2nd Floor

We have added a new study room just for graduate students on the 2nd floor of Davidson Library.
Library Services, News for Graduate Students
September 24, 2012

New Students: Tour the Library, Win a Prize!

Join us for an informal introduction to Davidson Library or the Arts Library during Discovery Days.
Events, Library Services, News for Graduate Students, News for Students, News for Undergraduates
September 20, 2012

Recess Hours in Effect: Sunday, September 16 - Wednesday, September 26

Recess hours are in effect until the start of the Fall quarter. Regular hours resume on the first day of classes -- Thursday, September 27.
Arts Library, Library Services, News for Faculty, News for Graduate Students, News for Students, News for Undergraduates
September 14, 2012

New Melvyl Feature Allows Easier Access to Full Text Articles

A new feature makes it easier to access the full text of articles from our licensed e-journals from citations found in Melvyl.
News for Faculty, News for Graduate Students, Technology
August 27, 2012

Slavic Folk Art Featured in New Library Exhibit

A new exhibit of Slavic folk art can be found in the main hallway of Davidson Library.
Exhibits, News for Faculty, News for Students
August 23, 2012