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Upskill with CECH Library | Fall 2026 workshops

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CECH Library is hosting a variety of workshops this fall – with more to be posted soon! See the full list of workshops and register. Many of our workshops are virtual via Zoom.

  • A good citation manager will be your best friend – come learn about Zotero, a free citation management software.
  • Research skills feel rusty? Want to learn about UC Libraries many, many research resources? A research skills refresher sounds like a good fit for you.
  • Want to talk to a librarian about your latest project? Drop by CECH Research Power Hour. Come when you can, stay as long as you like.
  • Become a pro using one of our most powerful databases. Mastering advanced search in Scopus will absolutely make you a stronger researcher.
  • Get the low-down on scholarly publishing, open access, and more with our Scholarly Publishing 101 workshop. Taught by UC Libraries’ Scholarly Communications Librarian, Melissa Moreau

Contact the CECH Library if you have any questions.

Welcome Back, CECH-IT Community!

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Hope everyone’s fall term is off to a great start!

This semester marks the first time we are beginning the academic year with an open, newly renovated Reading Room, expanded MakerLab support available five days a week, and technology upgrades in our library classroom. As always, our dedicated librarians are ready to partner with you to support student success.

We look forward to working with you throughout the semester and wish you and your students a successful start to the academic year. Read on for a few updates and reminders as you settle into the fall term.

See you in the library,
Katie Foran-Mulcahy, CECH Library Head

Systematic Review & Evidence Synthesis Workshops – Fall 2026

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The University of Cincinnati Libraries and the UCL Evidence Synthesis Network is offering our popular series of workshops on systematic reviews and evidence synthesis.

Students, staff, and faculty can learn about and work through various components of the review process – from protocol to data extraction – with the support of experienced librarians. We are also offering supplemental workshops on advanced searching, reviews in the social sciences, Covidence, and more!

Pick and choose which workshops meet your needs and fit your schedule! See the full list of workshops and register online.

2026 Systematic Review workshop series flyer

Recordings and PowerPoints will be shared with all those that register. Please let us know if you have any questions!

UC Libraries Welcome Sarah True, CECH Library Services Supervisor

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UC Libraries is happy to welcome Sarah True as the new CECH Library Services Supervisor.

In this role, Sarah will manage fulfillment activities at the library’s info desk, supervise, hire and train student associates and lead CECH programming and engagement efforts. Part of these programming efforts will include preparing physical exhibits, displays and promotional materials that highlight CECH Library’s services and collections. She will also oversee all aspects of physical collections processing and access, including receiving and preparing new materials for users, preparing preservation requests and library collections management.

Sarah comes to us from the Cincinnati and Hamilton County Public Library system, where she was most recently the Supervisor of Youth Services at the Price Hill Branch. Her experiences with children and youth collections have given her a passion for literacy, specifically as it relates to dyslexia and other learning differences. In her free time, Sarah enjoys yoga, spending time outdoors and knitting, and is excited to be a part of the UC Libraries community.

Welcome, Sarah!

Sarah True

UC Libraries closed July 3rd

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In celebration of Independence Day on Saturday, July 4, UC Libraries will be closed on Friday, July 3. Normal hours for all library locations will resume on Monday, July 6. 

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend. 

Independence Day, July 4

Read Source to learn about the news, events, people and happenings of UC Libraries

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Read Source, the online newsletter, to learn about the news, events, people and happenings in UC Libraries.

In this issue of Source, Liz Kiscaden, dean and university librarian, looks back at the accomplishments of the most recent academic year while also looking head to the fall semester. We celebrate the many accomplishments of the UC Libraries faculty and staff, the 2026 UC Open Research Day and announce the 2026 Zero Textbook Cost Grant cohort. Two collections are highlighted in this issue: The Werner H. Von Rosentiel papers and the Oesper History of Chemistry collection while the Winkler Center display illuminates Covington, Kentucky as the “X-Ray City.” This issue of Source concludes with a year in photos.

Read these articles, as well as past issues, on the website. To receive Source via e-mail, contact melissa.norris@uc.edu to be added to the mailing list.

Changes in library hours beginning summer semester

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UC Libraries has reduced operating hours in most locations beginning summer semester and continuing throughout the upcoming academic year. To minimize the impact on library users, reductions are primarily during evening and weekend hours when in-person usage is at its lowest. Digital library services, including Chat Reference, online resources and access to the library catalog will remain available 24/7.  

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These changes are the result of a reduction to the UC Libraries operating budget and are informed by foot traffic and usage patterns. The budget reduction required eliminating contracted security services and student employee positions, which are necessary to keep the libraries open extended hours. When determining how to adjust operating hours, the Libraries reviewed usage statistics and prioritized retaining currently employed student employees.

We recognize that reduced hours will impact users and are committed to maintaining access to services and support in a digital environment. Library staff and faculty roles remain unchanged.  

Each UC library location will continue to monitor usage and may adjust hours when possible, such as during high-demand periods. A list of library hours by location is posted on the Libraries web site.  

Introducing the renovated CECH Library Reading Room

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Join us for a Grand Opening Celebration


CECH Library Reading Room Grand Opening Celebration
Tuesday, April 21
2:30-4:30pm (brief remarks at 3pm)
400 Level of Teachers-Dyer Complex, 2610 University Circle

The start of spring semester saw the opening of the CECH Library Reading Room. Located on the 400 level of the Teachers-Dyer Complex, and totaling more than 3,000 square feet, the reading room is accessible via the staircase in the CECH Library or directly with a Bearcat ID. It offers a variety of seating, library collections and a reservable study room (400B) with adaptive lighting and study and focus tools.

At the Grand Opening Celebration, tour the space, enjoy refreshments, hear remarks from UC Libraries and CECH and enjoy the refreshed space. At 3:30pm, venture downstairs to the 3rd floor CECH MakerLab for an informal showcase of innovative Making and STEAM kit projects created as part of the School of Education’s digital pedagogical support initiative.

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The Grand Opening Celebration is open to all, so bring a colleague and a friend.

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