April 13, 2021

"If you don't see the book you want on the shelves, write it."

April 12, 1916 - March 25, 2021
This month, Dean Danuta A. Nitecki shares an introduction to the Drexel Libraries' 2020 annual report, which covers the reporting year of July 31, 2019 through December 31, 2020, a period rife with challenges and disruptions.

In March, the Libraries welcomed seven co-op students to its staff for the spring-summer 2021 co-op rotation. Students will work remotely for the foreseeable future, gaining unique experiences in a variety of roles during their six-month appointments.

Photo credit: Chainarong Prasertthai
During the 12th Annual Library Celebration Awards, the Drexel Libraries not only honored six colleagues and two student employees for their outstanding accomplishments in 2020, but it also presented the entire staff with a special award for their hard work and resilience during COVID-19.


The Libraries marked the first anniversary of the University’s decision to shift to remote classes due to the pandemic with another virtual ScholarSip session that addressed this year's series theme of responding to COVID-19 through research and scientific problem-solving.




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Learn about the digital primary source databases available to Drexel students, faculty, and staff and how to use them.


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This year, during the University's Day of Giving, join fellow Dragons and explore the history, influence, and legacy of the Drexel family. Drexel University Archives staff will take you inside the new Drexel Family Digital Archive during this live virtual tour of the online exhibit. Details will follow over the coming weeks.




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