Happy Holidays
Happy Holidays from W&M Libraries. We hope you have a safe and restful winter break. Our building will be closed from December 22 - January 2. See you all in 2023.
Stereoviews and Culture: Santa and His Reindeer
Last year when I wrote about Santa stereoviews, I stated that I did not know of any stereoviews that depicted reindeer. Now, I stand corrected.
Final Exam Building Hours
During final exams, Swem Library will extend its building hours. The building will be open until 2 am on Dec. 11-15 and 18-20. Swem will reduce its hours to 8 am - 12 pm on Dec. 21 before closing from Dec. 22-Jan. 2 for winter break. For more details, view our hours.
Interested in Digital Humanities?
William & Mary Libraries and the Dean of Arts & Sciences are pleased to provide funding to cover the registration costs for up to 5 faculty and graduate students interested in attending the
W&M Faculty Writers' Retreat
The Provost's Office and William & Mary Libraries invite you to a Writers’ Retreat in Swem Library. The purpose of the retreat is to give you uninterrupted time to work on a specific writing p
W&M Libraries Undergraduate Research Awards
W&M Libraries is accepting submissions for the 2023 Undergraduate Research Awards. Prizes will be given to the students whose papers best illustrate exemplary use of W&M Libraries tools and resources, and the development of information-gathering skills. Submit by February 3.
Finals Week Activities at Swem Library
Take a minute each day during final exams to recharge with these activities at Swem! All events will take place in the first-floor lobby area unless otherwise noted.
Stereoviews and Culture: Thanksgiving
Although National Thanksgivings were periodically proclaimed from Colonial times in America, Thanksgiving as a Holiday was not formally adopted until Abraham Lincoln declared a day of Thanksgiving in 1863.
Holiday Hours
Swem Library will be closed November 20-26 in recognition of Thanksgiving week. The building will return to standard hours on Sunday, Nov. 27. Will you still need a librarian during this time? You can utilize our 24-hour chat. Happy Thanksgiving! We look forward to seeing you when we return.
Pop-Up Exhibit: Recipes
Bring your favorite food and drink recipes in Read & Relax on Nov. 16 at 4 pm. The recipe might be a family tradition or a completely new concoction! You'll have access to recipe cards and art supplies. Check out a cooking demonstration and learn about food as history! Join us as we gather as a community.