"The Ohio Book Awards, presented by the Ohioana Library, are the second oldest, and among the most prestigious, state literary prizes in the nation. Nearly every notable Ohio writer of the past 78 years has been honored. Originally called the Ohioana Book Award, the first award, presented in 1942, was given in the category of nonfiction to James Reston’s Prelude to Victory. "
"Choose to Read Ohio (CTRO) spotlights Ohio authors and illustrators and promotes reading across Ohio. The CTRO booklists are selected by Ohio librarians and educators. Each annual booklist highlights 20 notable titles by Ohio authors and illustrators. Categories include books for young children, middle grades/tweens, teens, and adults."
"The Buckeye Children’s and Teen Book Award program is designed to encourage students in Ohio to read literature critically, to promote teacher and librarian involvement in young adult literature programs, and to commend authors of such literature. "
"The Norman A. Sugarman Children’s Biography Award was established in 1998 to honor excellence in the field of biography for children. The Sugarman Award is given biennially to a writer and/or illustrator of a new biography for children in kindergarten through 8th grades. The award recipient is chosen by a committee appointed by Cleveland Public Library."
"The Nancy Dasher Award, given by the College English Association of Ohio (CEAO), recognizes outstanding publications by faculty members from a CEAO-member department at an Ohio college or university. The award is given in one of three categories each year: professional and pedagogical issues, creative writing, and literary scholarship and criticism."
"Awarded annually, the Thurber Prize for American Humor is prestigious honor for humor writing in the United States. The Thurber Prize returned to its roots in 2018 and is now presented each year in James Thurber’s hometown of Columbus."
"Inaugurated in 2006, the Dayton Literary Peace Prize is the first and only annual U.S. literary award recognizing the power of the written word to promote peace. The Dayton Literary Peace Prize recognizes adult fiction and nonfiction books that have led readers to a better understanding of other cultures, peoples, religions, and political points of view. "
"The Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards recognize books that have made important contributions to our understanding of racism and human diversity. Presented by the Cleveland Foundation, it remains the only American book prize focusing on works that address racism and diversity. Categories include Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, and Lifetime and Landmark."
Library Hours Update
Archer Library will be closed, Monday, May 25th, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. Our summer hours schedule resumes on Tuesday, May 26th. A complete listing of library hours and updates is available on our website.
Finals Week Affirmations
Look how far you have come! We are proud of you #EagleNation. Here are a few finals week affirmations:
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Looking for a quiet place to study?
Archer Library's Active Learning Lab will be available to students looking for a calm, quiet, independent silent study and reading area for stress relief and finals preparation.
Quiet music, gentle jazz, will be playing in the room to support wellness.
Seating is limited (20) for this event.
Join Us!
Monday, April 27th and Tuesday, April 28th • 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award, sponsored by Archer Library and the Instructional Resource Center, recognizes excellence in research for a student project presented during the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity (URCA) Symposium.
The award application process required a 250-word (or more) research process essay describing research strategies and use of library tools including library databases, discovery service, and selection of search terms. The essay required student reflection of the research process itself. Applicants were required to provide a bibliography or works cited paper for their final project.
Cindy Perkovich, 2026 URCA Symposium Chairperson, recognized the six finalists for the 2026 Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award:
Patricia Frank, Archer Library Director, is pleased to announce the winner of the 2026 Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award:
Prabesh Sunar, for Campus Exchange Marketplace — Investigating Behavior in a Zero-Price Campus Exchange System
Prabesh's research and essay examined: "How does a campus-exclusive, zero=price digital exchange platform shape participation, trust, and patterns of resource redistribution among students, faculty, and staff?" (Sunar, P., Archer Library Research Essay, 2026).
Congratulations to the finalists and winner of the inaugural Archer Library Excellence in Undergraduate Research Award!
Easter Break Hours
The library's spring hours schedule resumes on Monday, April 6. A complete list of Archer Library hours and exceptions is located on the library website and available on the library's main calendar.
Wishing you a joyous Easter Holiday break.
Interested in a quick tour?
Get ready for the newest books, bestselling series, and favorite characters. We have a wide selection of board books through young adult titles, bargain books, graphic novels and quick fact titles, cookbooks, and a variety of imagine and create items (bookmarks, pens, and more).
"The COBAA grant enables libraries to purchase books by Ohio authors as well as books recognized by Ohio-based book award programs. Since 2016, the COBAA grant initiative has provided funds to help libraries expand collections and support literacy by connecting Ohio readers to Ohio authors and Ohio book award winners" (LSTA, COBAA Grant).
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Where? Join us in the Active Learning Lab, Archer Library main floor
When? March 23 - March 26, 2026
Time? 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily
Visit our book fair website @ https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/ashlanduniversity
Book Fair Payment Options:
Our book fair is a cashless event. We will be able to accept the following forms of payment.
Archer Library's #ScholasticBookFair is open to the Ashland University Community. See you soon!
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