Category Archives: Announcement
HSHSL to Offer Premium Trial of Consensus in 2026
The HSHSL will launch a year-long premium trial of Consensus, an “AI-powered search engine for scientific research papers.” Consensus uses large language models to search, analyze, and summarize research findings. It is designed to make it easier to explore topics, compare studies, and understand the current state of … Continue reading
Your Winter Library Update: December Connective Issues
The December edition of Connective Issues is out, and it highlights several key updates from across the HSHSL. This issue opens with a message from the dean reflecting on recent progress and the work ahead. You will also get a … Continue reading
Holiday Gift Ready: HSHSL’s 2026 Botanical Marvels Calendar and Sticker Set
Looking for a quick holiday gift? The 2026 HSHSL calendar, Botanical Marvels, is now available and ready to brighten someone’s year. Each month features a bold botanical illustration from our Pharmacy Historical Collections. It adds a pop of color and … Continue reading
Breakfast for Dinner and Your Library Memory 🍳✨
Finals are here, and the HSHSL has the comfort food you need to keep going. Eggs, bacon, biscuits, home fries, and more will be served breakfast-for-dinner style. Join us on Monday, Dec. 8, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the … Continue reading
HSHSL December & Holiday Hours
Dec. 1, 2025 – Jan. 1, 2026 Monday – Thursday 6 a.m. – 11 p.m. Friday 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday – Sunday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Exceptions to Regular Hours Tuesday Dec. 23, 2025 6 a.m. … Continue reading
HSHSL Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
Happy Thanksgiving! The HSHSL will be closing at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 26. We will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28. We will resume regular hours on Saturday, Nov. 29. Remember … Continue reading
📝First Floor Refresh: Take the Survey, Shape the Space
We’re giving the HSHSL’s first floor a fresh look and want your take. The survey takes about five minutes and asks how you use the space and what you want next. Take the survey Drop quick comments on the easel … Continue reading
Botanical Marvels: The 2026 HSHSL Calendar
2026 marks the fifth-year anniversary of the HSHSL Calendar! To match that milestone, this year’s theme, Botanical Marvels, features some of the most impressive images from Historical Collections Pharmacy Historical Collection. This year’s calendar is stunning with vibrant colors and … Continue reading
Open Access Week Challenge 2025
The HSHSL is celebrating International Open Access (OA) Week with a five-day challenge designed to improve discovery of your scholarly work! Each day we will email you with a brief but meaningful activity, including: If you complete any of the … Continue reading
UMB HSHSL Welcomes Dennis Nangle as Assistant Dean for Resource Development and Access
The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HSHSL) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dennis Nangle, MLS, as Assistant Dean for Resource Development and Access, effective October 6, 2025. In this leadership position, Dennis … Continue reading
