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Poster Printing: New Prices, Same Trusted Quality

Starting Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, the Health Sciences and Human Services (HSHSL) poster printing prices will change for the first time since 2017.  While increases in paper, ink, canvas, employee compensation, and shipping costs made this necessary, our prices remain … Continue reading

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Academic Video Online: Campus-Wide Streaming Access for UMB

The Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HSHSL) is pleased to announce that all UMB schools now have access to Academic Video Online (AVON), the largest academic streaming video collection available to libraries. This new resource is provided through the … Continue reading

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Connect With Your Librarians at the HSHSL

Have you met your school’s liaison librarian? What about our data librarians? This is your chance! Join us for “Meet Your Librarians” in the HSHSL Weise Gallery. Our librarians are here to support your success. They can help you find … Continue reading

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Take Control of Your Citations with Zotero

The HSHSL is offering two online Zotero workshops. Register today! Zotero is a citation manager that can save you time and ease your workload. In the workshop, you will learn how to use Zotero to organize and share references, build … Continue reading

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Fourth-Floor Restrooms Now Open; Third-Floor Renovations Underway

The newly renovated fourth-floor restrooms are now open and ready for use. The third-floor restroom renovations are currently in progress. Upgraded facilities include:✅ New partitions to enhance privacy and provide a fresh, modern look.✅ Fresh paint to brighten the space … Continue reading

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Now Recruiting: HSHSL Student Advisory Board | Advocate, Connect, Lead

Applications are due by Labor Day 2025: bit.ly/HSHSL-SAB The Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HSHSL) invites students to apply for the Student Advisory Board, convening in fall 2025. As a member, you will gain valuable insights into library services, … Continue reading

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EBSCO Databases Getting a New Look Aug. 5

Beginning Aug. 5, EBSCO will launch a redesigned interface across its databases, including CINAHL, PsycInfo, SocINDEX and more. The new interface is designed to make searching easier and more intuitive, with a cleaner look and improved navigation. New features include … Continue reading

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Summer Reading Challenge and Raffle, July 7 – Aug. 29

Join URFW and HSHSL this summer 2025 for a Summer Reading Challenge! Research shows that regular reading improves brain connectivity, increases vocabulary and comprehension, prevents cognitive decline, and strengthens empathy. Reading also aids in sleep readiness, stress reduction, lowers blood … Continue reading

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🎆 HSHSL Will Be Closed July 4 – 6 for Independence Day Holiday and Weekend

In observance of Independence Day, the library will be closed from Friday, July 4 through Sunday, July 6. We’ll resume our regular hours on Monday, July 7. Whether you’re planning a quiet weekend of reading or heading out to enjoy … Continue reading

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Leisure Reads for the Long Weekend

The long weekend is almost here, make sure you’ve got the perfect read to relax with! Our Leisure Reading Collection is full of novels, memoirs, mysteries, and more, just waiting to go home with you. Stop by and check out … Continue reading

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