It is my great pleasure to welcome new and returning students, faculty and staff to Carnegie Mellon University Libraries, your destination to access a wide range of specialists and services that can advance your research, teaching and learning at the university.
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Have you ever wanted to learn a skill, but haven’t found the time? Interested to learn more about library resources, straight from a librarian? This semester’s workshops at the University Libraries offer numerous opportunities to connect with resources to support your teaching, learning and research needs.
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Carnegie Mellon University Libraries welcomes all new and returning students, staff, and faculty to the start of the fall 2022 semester!
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For the second year in a row, the University Archives kicked off the start of the fall semester with a hands-on activity celebrating student creativity and the vintage banners held in the collection. On Sept. 9, “Hands-On: Pizza & Pennant Making” invited more than 150 attendees into Hunt Library for an afternoon filled with crafting, connection, and pizza.
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Pittsburgh architect Frederick G. Scheibler Jr. drew inspiration from the natural world, incorporating flowers, birds, and even mushrooms into buildings that stood apart from the more conventional architecture of the early 20th century. Now, more than a century later, the extensive collection documenting his work at CMU is becoming easier for researchers and curious Pittsburghers alike to discover.
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The Archives recently took over stewardship of the Wymetal collection, which features opera scores that belonged to a father and son duo along with set/costume designs by a few artists. Folks at the School of Music (specifically Ryan Prendergast) have become interested recently.
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On Friday, August 21, new and returning students and other CMU community members gathered in various locations throughout Hunt and Sorrells libraries to participate in orientation information sessions.
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As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly common in classrooms and workplaces, students are facing new questions about when and how to use it responsibly. While many instructors are still determining how AI fits into their courses, students are looking for practical guidance that goes beyond simple rules or restrictions.
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The University Libraries Student Advisory Council is seeking new membership for the 2025-2026 academic year. All undergraduate and graduate students are welcome to apply.
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This semester’s workshops at the University Libraries offer numerous opportunities to connect with resources to support your teaching, learning, and research needs.
Related: About us, Using the Libraries, Events and Exhibits
