November 6, 2026

Fall Views


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πŸ‚πŸ Fall vibes are officially taking over campus, and we’re here for it! πŸ’œπŸ’› The colorful leaves, crisp autumn air, and beautiful views around Ashland University are giving all the cozy fall feels today! πŸƒ✨ Just another reason to love being an Eagle! πŸ¦…πŸ€Ž

October 19, 2026

Fall Break Hours


Library Hours • Fall Break
  • Thursday, October 22:  7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Friday, October 23:  7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Saturday, October 24: Closed
  • Sunday, October 25: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
A complete listing of library hours and updates is available on our website and the main library calendar. Have a safe and enjoyable fall break!

October 5, 2026

FYS Drop-In Research Hours


πŸ’¬ "I'm not sure where to start..."

If that's how you're feeling about your First Year Seminar (FYS 100) research project, you're not alone—and we're here to help. Stop by our FYS 100 Research Drop-In Hours for one-on-one assistance with:

πŸ“š Find reliable sources
πŸ” Search library databases
πŸ’‘ Narrow your topic
πŸ“ Citing your sources
✅ Leave with a plan

No appointment. No pressure. Just drop in.πŸ“ Active Learning Lab • Library Main Floor

Banned Books Week: October 4 - 10


Banned Books Week • Oct. 4–10

Let Books Be. 

 πŸ“š The reasons might not be what you expect. 

πŸ‘€ Books have been challenged or restricted in schools and libraries for all kinds of reasons — and sometimes the stories behind those challenges are surprising. 

▶️ Watch the video to learn more. 

πŸ“– Explore the Banned Books Week display on the main floor. Then consider picking up a book that makes you curious, asks difficult questions, or gives you a perspective you haven't considered before.

September 16, 2026

Ask a Librarian Chat

 

Ask a Librarian Chat

πŸ‘€Plot twist: Ask a Librarian Chat has a real person on the other end. 

Yep—when you chat with Archer Library, you're talking to a real person, not a bot. 

πŸ’‘Need research help? 

πŸ“– Can't find a source? 

πŸ€” Not sure where to start? 

πŸ’¬ Ask a librarian!


Chat Hours: 

πŸ•˜ Monday–Friday | 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

September 8, 2026

25 Years • September 11, 2001 Documentary


9/11 Memorial & Museum Documentary: 25 Years Later
Archer Library invites you to join us in the Active Learning Lab, library main floor, to view this 35-minute documentary film from the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.
  • Friday, September 11:  9 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.
  • Friday, September 11, 2 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.
The film highlights stories of six individuals who experienced 9/11 and its aftermath, and includes an overview of what happened on September 11, 2001.

Main Floor Display & Library Guide
We also invite you to view our main floor display and library guide commemorating the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001.

Images, videos, personal narratives, and resources in this guide, and the accompanying display on the library main floor, include content depicting the September 11th attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and Flight 93. They may may be difficult to view.

September 7, 2026

Welcome FYS Students


Welcome to Archer Library!
Today is the first of a series of Archer Library & Writing and Communications Center's orientation sessions for FYS First Year Seminar students. We are excited to meet with you and share information about library resources.

Remember, you can explore the FYS Seminar Library Guide at any time.