In the University Libraries’ 2021 Annual Report you can learn more about our return to normal operations. The report features articles highlighting activities, accomplishments, and challenges throughout the year such as:
Finish the semester with less anxiety and DeStress for Success! Activities and events will be at the Dayton Campus in the Paul Laurence Dunbar Library from April 18 – April 28, 2022. Whether you are on campus, remote, distance learning, or studying at Lake Campus, you can visit our DeStress LibGuide. When you feel stressed, take time to visit the guide and try a DeStress activity!
Mark your calendars when our Wright State Campus Collaborators visit the Dunbar Library to support you during finals season!
#FuzzTherapy with Raider Pups
When? Monday, April 18, 2022 from 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Where? Dunbar Library: 1st Floor, Group Study Room
Write Time with the Writing Center
Need help finding one more source, or want a second opinion on a paragraph in your paper? Join us in a writing-focused space with writing support from Writing Coaches and research support from librarians!
When? Monday, April 18, 2022 from 3:00 – 6:00 pm
Where? Dunbar Library: 2nd floor, Room 241
Come and Go as Needed
Study Support with Tutoring Services
The study coaches can share tips and tricks on the best ways to study. Visit them during their walk-in hours in the Dunbar Library!
When? Monday, April 18, 2022, from 3:00 – 6:00 pm
Where? Dunbar Library: 2nd Floor
Come and Go as Needed
Meditation with Sarah Peters from Counseling and Wellness
When? Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at 1 pm and Thursday, April 21, 2022, at 3 pm
Where? Dunbar Library: 4th Floor or outside (weather permitting)
Come and Go as Needed
Relaxing Yoga with Kenny Taynor from Campus Recreation
When? Friday, April 22, 2022, at 4 pm
Where? Dunbar Library: 4th Floor
Mats Provided!
More information about the activities taking place in the libraries can be found in our DeStress activity schedule.
Thank you to the Academic Support Center’s Tutoring and Study Coaches, Counseling and Wellness Services, Campus Recreation, the Barnes and Noble Bookstore and the Friends of the Libraries for supporting our students during finals.
Good luck during finals week, Raiders!
The University Libraries recognize the value of OhioLINK print lending for access to books and other materials not owned by the University Libraries. Beginning in July 2021, OhioLINK contracted with a new provider for the courier service. While we expected to see some disruption of service during the transition, the new provider has not risen to the high standard we have come to expect. As a result, it has been more difficult this year to get library materials delivered in a timely manner, causing both frustration and inconvenience for many.
Because of these ongoing delivery issues, OhioLINK will be changing its delivery provider. While this will cause additional short-term gaps in service, we believe that in the long-term services will return to their previous level.
As you plan for the remainder of the spring term, please be aware that:
These temporary changes in service will allow us to ensure proper handling of shipments and prevent a backlog of material in process as we transition between providers. We are confident that the new company will be able to deliver your library materials efficiently once again.
We understand that the timing of this change is far from ideal. However, OhioLINK libraries share this statewide delivery service with 350 public library locations (which account for two-thirds of delivery activity). High-volume libraries, both public and academic, across the statewide delivery network are experiencing severe service challenges. Because of this, the courier transition could not be scheduled to better align with our academic calendar. We ask for your patience as we implement this long-term solution.
As always, our library staff is available to provide assistance. We will make every effort to help you find the resources you need.
If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].