How can it be that two copies of one book with the same title page and publication date are visually and textually different? 

This question led Ruth-Ellen St. Onge, distinctive collections cataloguing librarian at McMaster University Library, on an almost year-long journey of untangling the complex history behind a rare sixteenth-century emblem book. 

Crystal Mark is passionate about equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-oppression.

After spending more than 20 years in the field, she brings her expertise to McMaster University Library and the Health Sciences Library as the inaugural diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility strategist.

A recent virtual talk celebrating the many thousands of women who contributed to the early print industry in western Europe is now available for viewing.

Just in time for final exams, the LinkedIn Learning Club @ McMaster has launched a campaign empowering students to prioritize their health and wellness.

During December, McMaster University students using their free LinkedIn Learning account will have access to a playlist of short video courses centred around supporting personal well-being.

This month’s offerings were selected by Tanvir Singh, a third-year computer science student and LinkedIn Learning ambassador.

Spending long hours studying but not seeing the results you hoped for? Not to worry. 

The LinkedIn Learning Club @ McMaster is sharing strategies to help you study smarter, not harder, this academic year. 

During November, McMaster University students using their free LinkedIn Learning accounts will have access to a collection of short courses and videos that offer helpful tips for developing effective study habits. 

The Bookmobile is a library branch on wheels, and it is rolling up to campus every week. 

It has been a longtime feature of Hamilton Public Library, making stops throughout the city to ensure that all Hamilton residents can enjoy library materials and services.  

Now, McMaster University has been added as one of those neighbourhood stops to reach the important student population on campus every Tuesday afternoon. 

The McMaster University Library ambassador program is back for its third consecutive year with a dynamic team of new and returning ambassadors.

Led by Ariel Stables-Kennedy, first year experience librarian, the library ambassador program helps McMaster students navigate library services and spaces through peer-to-peer engagement in person and online.

During the fall and winter terms, the ambassadors will plan engaging events, produce creative Instagram content, and inform students of the many ways McMaster library can support their learning.

Back by popular demand, the McMaster University Library 2022-23 Impact Report is now available.

This second edition of the magazine offers readers an inside look at the library’s strategic work from the past year, as told through engaging stories and beautiful images.

“When people think about libraries, they naturally think about books,” said Vivian Lewis, McMaster University Librarian. “In addition to our wonderful collection of books and electronic resources, the university library is an integral partner in the teaching, learning, and research that drives McMaster.”

McMaster University researchers looking for help with their data management plans have a new made-at-McMaster resource.

The data management plan database brings together more than 180 plans and related resources from around the world into a central open-access online platform. It is intended is to remove the uncertainty in creating a data management plan and help researchers meet related funding requirements.

Lyons New Media Centre is expanding its offerings this fall with two new spaces for the McMaster community to learn and create.

Earlier this month, the group podcast studio opened for online reservations for McMaster students, faculty, and staff, and the virtual reality room is set to open in the coming weeks. The fresh additions complement the centre’s existing lineup of media services and spaces.