Our first-floor recarpeting project is taking a little longer than expected, and we appreciate your continued patience as we finish the work.
The library’s temporary 8 a.m. opening time and first-floor closure will remain in effect through Friday, June 26.
All other temporary service locations remain the same: • Information Services and poster printing: Second floor • Public computers and printing: Floors 2 and 4 • Study space and seating: Upper floors
The good news? The refreshed space is already getting compliments, and we’re excited to welcome everyone back once the finishing touches are complete.
Thank you for your flexibility while we complete this final stretch.
On Friday, June 12, the HSHSL building will be placed on card reader access due to the Board of Regents meeting.
This temporary change in access will help ensure the safety and security of HSHSL employees, building tenants and library users during the event. Please make sure to have your UMID with you.
As a reminder, do not prop doors open or allow unauthorized persons to enter behind you. If you need assistance, please contact UMB Police and Public Safety at 410-706-6882 (non-emergency) or 410-706-3333 (emergency).
“Outside/Inside: Immigration, Migration, and Health Care in the United States” is a travelling exhibit by the National Library of Medicine (NLM). It explores the history of immigrant and migrant health care over the last 130 years, highlighting struggles for health equity, medical stigmatization, and the social reforms led by immigrant communities. The Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HSHSL) will host the NLM exhibit June 17 – July 11, 2026.
Librarians are available for consultations on NIH Data Management and Sharing Plans.
The NIH has introduced a new, streamlined format for Data Management and Sharing Plans, effective for applications submitted on or after May 25, 2026. Updated guidance is available on the HSHSL website and in DMPTool(log in with your UMID).
Request a consult with a librarian to review plans, help you choose a repository, or answer questions related to data management and sharing.
The HSHSL sends its heartfelt congratulations to the graduating class of 2026! As you prepare to take on new challenges, we want to remind you of the support and resources available to you beyond graduation.
Paid Journals and Databases: Alumni can access HSHSL’s electronic resources off campus for 4 months after graduation. After that time, alumni are still welcome to visit the Library to use the resources onsite.
Free Journals and Databases: Once your electronic access expires, you will still have access to public databases for literature, drug information, and more. We have compiled a selection of these resources on our Open Access Resources for Health Sciences Research and Practice guide. Additionally, be sure to investigate what resources you have through your new workplace and any professional organizations of which you are a member.
The HSHSL wishes you all the best in your future endeavors! Please contact the Information Services Desk if you have any questions.
The HSHSL building will be closed Saturday, May 23, through Monday, May 25, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.
We will reopen with our regular summer hours on Tuesday, May 26.
While the building is closed, most library resources will remain available through the HSHSL website, including journals, databases and research guides. If you have questions during the break, email hshsl@umaryland.edu and we will reply when the library reopens.
Please note that downtown Baltimore may be especially busy this weekend due to Artscape events taking place Saturday and Sunday.
We wish everyone a safe and peaceful holiday weekend.
This edition of HSHSL’s “Connective Issues” newsletter includes a farewell message from Dean Emily J. Hurst as she prepares to pursue new opportunities beyond HSHSL. You’ll also find updates on first-floor recarpeting and fifth-floor weeding efforts, news about our new oral history grant, and practical advice for recent graduates.
Read the latest issue for more news and updates from across the library.
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The HSHSL will begin a major first-floor recarpeting project on May 18. Work is expected to continue through June 15.
To prepare for construction, some first-floor services and amenities will begin relocating starting Thursday, May 14. During this transition period, the first floor will remain open, but visitors may notice temporary service changes as equipment and services move to other areas of the building.
Beginning May 18, the entire first floor will be closed to the public as carpeting is replaced in phases, starting in staff spaces and moving toward the library entrance.
How this may affect you
Library services
From May 18 to June 15, the library building will open at 8 a.m. Early morning access through the Campus Center between 6 and 8 a.m. will be unavailable during the project.
The Information Services desk will temporarily move to Room 201C on the second floor, directly above its usual location. Visitors may use the stairs or elevator to reach staff.
Poster printing services will continue from the temporary second-floor location.
Spaces and amenities
Printing and public computers are available on floors 2 and 4.
Seating and study space will be available on our upper floors.
Restrooms will remain open on all other floors, and a gender-neutral restroom is available in the Campus Center.
A clearly marked, accessible path from the building entrance to elevators and stairwells will remain open throughout the project.
Plan ahead
Directional signage will be posted throughout the building, and library staff will be available to help.
We appreciate your flexibility while we refresh the first floor and look forward to welcoming you back into the updated space soon.
A new online guide for the UMB Digital Archive is now available. The Digital Archive is a service provided by the Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HSHSL) that collects, preserves and shares the scholarly and institutional work of the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) community.
From dissertations and presentations to historical materials and campus publications, the Digital Archive helps ensure that UMB’s work remains visible, discoverable and accessible over time.
The guide brings together key information and resources related to the Digital Archive, including:
About the UMB Digital Archive Learn what the Digital Archive is, who can contribute and how it supports open access and long-term preservation.
Submission and Registration Support Find step-by-step instructions for submitting your work, along with guidance on account registration and deposit workflows.
Accessibility Guidance Explore best practices and requirements for creating accessible files to ensure your work can be used by the widest possible audience.
Whether you’re interested in learning more about the archive, exploring its collections or contributing your own work, this guide offers a practical starting point.
Graduating this semester? Looking for a fun way to mark the occasion? Stop by the HSHSL’s Weise Gallery and take a photo at our Graduation Photo Wall, now up and ready for you.
The backdrop features UMB colors, sparkling fringe curtains, and a large “Grad 2026” sign to help celebrate your accomplishment.
Whether you stop by in your cap and gown or between study sessions, we invite you to capture the moment. Stop by the graduation photo wall and celebrate your accomplishment. 🎓✨ #SnapAtHSHSL
Please note: Outside photographers who are not affiliated with UMB may not enter the library for photo sessions without prior approval.
To request access for a non-UMB photographer, please contact us in advance at hshsl@umaryland.edu.
