Category Archives: Alerts
HSHSL Closed Thursday, July 2 Due to Energy Reduction Measures
The HSHSL building will be closed on Thursday, July 2, as the University of Maryland, Baltimore implements critical energy reduction measures in response to the extreme heat and the need to help prevent potential power outages. While the library building … Continue reading
HSHSL Building Access Update for Friday, June 12
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 … Continue reading
First Floor Recarpeting Begins May 18: What to Know
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, … Continue reading
Refreshing the Fifth Floor Collection
The HSHSL is beginning a project to refresh the fifth-floor book collection. This project will mean some noise disruption on the fith-floor as well as large gaps on the shelves. Please be patient as we work to improve our collection. Continue reading
Update: Embase Access Restored
March 24, 2026 Update: The access issues affecting Embase appear to be resolved. If you continue to experience problems, please let us know so we can investigate. Contact Information Services at hshsl@umaryland.edu or 410-706-7995.
Elevator Access Update
Updated Feb. 2 at 12:40 p.m. One HSHSL elevator is now operational. Elevator service remains limited while repairs continue. The Information Services desk can provide updates and help with alternative access to library materials and services. Contact us at hshsl@umaryland.edu … Continue reading
Library Building Closure Due to Inclement Weather
Updated Jan. 26, 12:45 p.m.The Library building will be closed from 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24 through Tuesday, Jan. 27 due to inclement weather. While our building is closed, our online services remain open. You can access databases, ebooks, journals, … Continue reading
Road Closures: Baltimore Running Festival, Saturday, Oct. 18
The Baltimore Running Festival takes place Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. Expect road closures and traffic delays if you are coming to the HSHSL. To plan your travel, view the full race course map.
New Public Computers Coming Oct. 9–10!
We’re upgrading! The library’s public computers will be replaced Thursday and Friday, Oct. 9 and 10. While the new computers are being installed, public computers and printing services will be temporarily unavailable. Need to print during this time? Stop by … Continue reading
Campus Network Issues
There are widespread network problems across campus today, Tuesday, Sept. 9, following a planned firewall upgrade that did not go as expected. You may experience slow campus webpages, interruptions with Eduroam or VPN access, and printing failures. The HSHSL recommends … Continue reading
