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More News June 05, 2020

On Thurs., June 25, bestselling authors and UC Riverside professors Dr. Nalo Hopkinson and Prof. John Jennings will be the featured guests at an online event titled, Afrofuturist Comics: Sankofa and the Black Speculative Re-Imagination.

Hopkinson and Jennings will discuss their most recent publications, House of Whispers Vol. 1: The Power Divided (The Sandman Universe) and Parable of the Sower: A Graphic Novel Adaptation.

Both authors will discuss their work in the science fiction and Afrofuturism genres, writing graphic novels, and why they chose to donate their scholarship to the UCR Library.

They will also answer questions from viewers; attendees who RSVP will receive a link they can use to submit questions at least 48 hours in advance.

This event will be the first in a series called Faculty Profiles in Research, Art and Innovation, hosted by the UCR Library, and is open to all members of the UC Riverside community and surrounding areas.

Please RSVP in order to receive the link to join the livestream broadcast from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time on June 25.

Coming up next in the Faculty Profiles in Research, Art & Innovation series:

• Summer quarter: Susan Straight, Distinguished Professor of Creative Writing
• Fall quarter: Dr. Clifford E. Trafzer, Distinguished Professor of History and Rupert Costo Chair in American Indian Affairs

Dates for summer and fall quarter will be announced soon.

• Read more about Water Resources Collections and Archives

• Read more about Getting a Library Card & Borrowing Privileges

More News April 17, 2023

The UCR Library acquired access to several primary source archives from Gale and AM, formerly known as Adam Matthew Digital.

New resources from Gale:

• Slavery and Anti-Slavery: A Transnational Archive 

  Slavery and Anti-Slavery: A Transnational Archive is devoted to the study and understanding of the history of slavery in America and the rest of the world from the 17th century to the late 19th century. The archive consists of more than five million cross-searchable pages sourced from books, pamphlets, newspapers, periodicals, legal documents, court records, monographs, manuscripts, and maps from many different countries covering the history of the slave trade.

• Native American Studies from Archives Unbound 

  Collection of primary sources and more sourced from the following archives:

  • Presbyterian Historical Society Collection of Missionaries' Letters, 1833-1893
  • American Indian Movement and Native American Radicalism
  • Meriam Report on Indian Administration and the Survey of Conditions of the Indians in the U.S.
  • The Indian Trade in the Southeastern Spanish Borderlands: Papers of Panton, Leslie and Company
  • The War Department and Indian Affairs, 1800-1824

• Indigenous Peoples of North America, Part 2 

  Primary source collection for research into the cultural, political, and social history of Native Peoples from the seventeenth to the twentieth century. The UCR Library has access to parts 1 & 2.

New resources from AM:

• Colonial Caribbean: Colonial Office Files from The National Archives, UK

  Stretching from Jamaica and the Bahamas to Trinidad and Tobago, Colonial Caribbean makes available materials from 27 Colonial Office file classes from The National Archives, UK. Covering the history of the various territories under British colonial governance from 1624 to 1870, this extensive resource includes administrative documentation, trade and shipping records, minutes of council meetings, and details of plantation life, colonial settlement, imperial rivalries across the region, and the growing concern of absentee landlords.

• Confidential Print: Latin America

  This collection consists of the Confidential Print for Central and South America and the French- and Spanish-speaking Caribbean. Topics covered include slavery and the slave trade, immigration, relations with indigenous peoples, wars and territorial disputes, the fall of the Brazilian monarchy, British business and financial interests, industrial development, the building of the Panama Canal, and the rise to power of populist rulers such as Perón in Argentina and Vargas in Brazil.

• Empire Studies from AM Scholar 

  This collection offers a rich array of primary and secondary sources for the study of the British Empire. It features material on British colonial policy and government; perspectives on life in British colonies; the relationship between gender and empire; race; and class.

• Literary Print Culture: The Stationers' Company Archive

  The Stationers’ Company Archive is one of the most important resources for understanding the workings of the early book trade, the printing and publishing community, and the establishment of legal requirements for copyright provisions and the history of bookbinding. Explore extremely rare documents dating from 1554 to the 21st century in this resource of research material for historians and literary scholars.

• Medieval and Early Modern Studies from AM Scholar 

  This collection provides a wide range of primary sources covering social, cultural, political, scientific, and religious perspectives from the 12th to early18th centuries. Document types include illuminated manuscripts, personal papers, diaries and letters, rare books, receipt books, and manuscript sheet music. The breadth of sources provided within this collection is extraordinary, from sources concerning the Black Death to the Restoration of the English monarchy and the Glorious Revolution.

• Medieval Family Life: The Paston, Cely, Plumpton, Stonor and Armburgh Papers

  Includes five major letter collections and associated manuscripts from fifteenth-century England, which take the user into the world of medieval families, businesses, relationships, trade, politics and communities. Medieval Family Life presents full-color images of the original medieval manuscripts of which these letter collections are constituted, alongside fully searchable transcriptions drawn from available printed editions.

• Medieval Travel Writing

  Medieval Travel Writing is an extensive collection of manuscript materials for the study of medieval travel writing in fact and in fantasy. The core of the material is a collection of medieval manuscripts from libraries around the world, dating from the thirteenth to the sixteenth centuries and focusing on accounts of journeys to the Holy Land, India and China. Texts include some of the most influential prose works of the late Middle Ages – notably the books of Marco Polo and ‘Sir John Mandeville’ – but also important items by lesser-known authors such as John of Plano Carpini and Odoric of Pordenone.

• Nineteenth Century Literary Society: The John Murray Publishing Archive

  Nineteenth Century Literary Society makes available more than 1,400 items from the archive of the historic John Murray publishing company. Primary source materials span the entirety of the long nineteenth century and document the golden era of the House of Murray from its inception in 1768. Records digitized in this resource predominantly focus on the tenure of John Murray II and his son, John Murray III, as they rose to prominence in the publishing trade, launching long-running series including the political periodical Quarterly Review, and publishing genre-defining titles such as Darwin’s On the Origin of Species, Austen’s Emma and Livingstone’s Missionary Travels and Researches in South Africa.

• Race Relations in America

  Sourced from the records of the Race Relations Department of the United Church Board for Homeland Ministries, housed at the Amistad Research Center in New Orleans, this resource provides access to a wealth of documents highlighting different responses to the challenges of overcoming prejudice, segregation and racial tensions. These range from survey material, including interviews and statistics, to educational pamphlets, administrative correspondence, and photographs and speeches from the Annual Race Relations Institutes.

More News March 11, 2019

Special Collections & University Archives employees are constantly working to process recently acquired collections and make those materials ready for use by students, faculty, and researchers.

Each quarter, we will provide a list of the UCR Library's newly processed archival and primary source collections. Check out this list to see if there are any items that fit your research area, or share with a friend!

Below you'll find brief descriptions and links to the finding aids or collection guides for each new collection. To use any of these materials, simply click the "Request Items" button at the top to submit a request, and log in with our Special Collections Request System. For more on conducting research in Special Collections, see this page.

SCUA is open to the public on weekdays from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm. Check here for closures or other changes to our regular hours.

For questions, email specialcollections@ucr.edu.

Newly Processed Collections - Spring 2019

Catherine Clark papers (MS 384)

The Catherine Clark papers are a collection of materials pertaining to Clark’s pen pal relationship with Igor A. Toloconnicov, a citizen of the USSR. They began corresponding shortly after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 until 1993. Igor’s correspondence primarily touches on topics of science fiction in Russia as well as the political and economic life during the transition of power from the Soviet system to the Russian Federation. This collection contains correspondence, publications, and other material related to the world of Russian Science Fiction and Fantasy.

https://oac.cdlib.org/findaid/ark:/13030/c8zw1s8n/

 

John Franceschina papers addition (MS 411)

More materials were recently added to the collection of author and theater history scholar John Franceschina. These new materials are primarily musical and theatrical compositions by Franceschina or similar materials used in productions he participated in. The collection consists of materials from author and theater history scholar John Franceschina relating to two of his publications, Incidental and Dance Music in the American Theatre from 1786 to 1923, and Hermes Pan: The Man Who Danced with Fred Astaire. His personal musical compositions and plays as well as those of other composers and musicians are also included. Items in the collection include research files, musical scores, programs, photographs, news clippings, edited and unedited play scripts, publications, and videos.

https://oac.cdlib.org/findaid/ark:/13030/c89z9b83/

 

Harry Lawton papers (MS 122)

The Harry W. Lawton papers document the life and career of American writer, journalist, editor, and historian Harry Lawton. Lawton’s life and career were centered in the Riverside area where he worked as a journalist with The Press Enterprise and was a faculty member with CNAS at UC Riverside. He also founded the UCR Writers Week in 1977. Lawton’s works relate to the citrus industry, Native American groups indigenous to southern California, and the Riverside Chinatown, among other interests.

https://oac.cdlib.org/findaid/ark:/13030/kt900041k7/

 

Corridos of the Mexican Revolution, and other songs (MS 042)

This is a small collection of corridos, folk songs and popular ballads recounting the events of the Mexican Revolution, printed on broadsides. They primarily document various events that occurred during the revolution as well as the subsequent decade. Printed on low quality newsprint, these ephemeral documents are a grassroots snapshot of the 1910s and 1920s in Mexico.

https://oac.cdlib.org/findaid/ark:/13030/c8gh9qp3

• Read more about Eaton Collection of Science Fiction and Fantasy

More News August 28, 2025

Every summer, the UCR Library plays an active role in welcoming new students during Highlander Orientation.

For many incoming students, summer orientation is their first introduction to the resources and support an academic library offers. Student Success and Engagement Librarian Carrie Cruce leads the library’s involvement in this important campus-wide effort, coordinating activities and ensuring a welcoming experience for students and families.

“Over the last two years I initiated communication with the Student Life department. My goal was to expand collaboration in general and get the library more integrated into Highlander Orientation in the summer,” Carrie said. That goal has taken shape through a variety of initiatives, from developing new marketing strategies to ensuring the library’s presence at orientation events is engaging and memorable.

At the heart of the library’s participation is its presence at the orientation tabling fair, where departments and organizations across campus connect with new students. With the support of the UCR Library’s Outreach and Engagement Working Group and other library colleagues, Carrie organizes the schedule, recruits volunteers, and manages the logistics behind the scenes. Librarians from across departments step in to staff the table, greet students, and share information about how the library supports their success.

This summer, the library piloted a new approach to spark interaction: the “Ask a Question and get Swag” model. “We ask every individual that approaches the table to ask us a question about the library to receive an item of swag. This has been a successful engagement approach. It seems to help with students especially who are often shy when asked questions,” Carrie explained. This strategy not only encouraged more meaningful conversations but also gave students an easy way to learn something new about the library.

The library also expanded its involvement this year by offering tours of the Tomás Rivera Library for students and families, building on last year’s efforts to host family tours of Orbach Library. “This was the result of my continued advocacy for greater inclusion of the library,” Carrie explained. These tours provide an inside look at library spaces and resources, giving students and their families a sense of belonging before the academic year begins.

For Cruce, orientation represents more than just a summer event, it is a strategic opportunity to connect with students at a formative moment. “This is one of the first points of contact between us and students,” Carrie said. “We have the opportunity to make a good impression, provide them with vital information, and it is important that the library is involved.” 
 

More News May 21, 2024

Fun FREE Stress-Relieving Events at the UCR Library 

The UCR Library's Finals Week Stress Relief is back, Monday, June 3 - Thursday, June 13. This quarter, we have craft events, food giveaways, contests, and more! Our partners this quarter are ASUCR Internal Affairs, The Well's Active Minds, Basic Needs, and the ARC!

Please note: Only currently enrolled UCR students are able to participate in Finals Week Stress Relief events (undergraduate AND graduate students). 

Spring 2024 Finals Week Stress Relief Event Series

Instagram Contests

• Mon., June 3 - Fri., June 7  |  Follow us on Instagram and comment on our daily contest posts for a chance to win a $20 Amazon gift card. Winners will be chosen at random.

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MONDAY, JUNE 3

• Tote-tastic Tote Bag Decorating
  
  • 2 - 3 p.m.  |  Orbach  |  *While supplies last  |  Keep the tote bag you decorate!

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TUESDAY, JUNE 4

• Taco Tuesday Giveaway
  
  • 1 p.m.  |  Rivera  |  *While supplies last
• Surprise Snack Giveaway with ASUCR Internal Affairs
  
  • Time is a SURPRISE  |  Rivera & Orbach  |  *While supplies last

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5

• Therapy Fluffies with The Well's Active Minds
  
  • Noon - 2 p.m.  |  Rivera & Orbach  | Please note, cats and dogs will be in Rivera. Orbach will only have dogs.
• Study Jam Snack Packs with Basic Needs
  
  • Noon  |  Rivera  |  *While supplies last

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THURSDAY, JUNE 6

• Key-p Calm and Make Your Own Beaded Animal Keychain
  
  • 2 - 3 p.m.  |  Rivera  |  *While supplies last

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FRIDAY, JUNE 7

• DONUT Give Up! You've Got This Giveaway
  
  • 11 a.m.  |  Orbach  |  *While supplies last
• Painting and Planting
  
  • 2 - 3 p.m.  |  Rivera  |  *While supplies last  |  Decorate a pot, choose your seeds, and plant!

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SUNDAY, JUNE 9

• R'Finals Study Jam (Tutoring) with The Academic Resource Center (The ARC) 
  
  • 4 - 8 p.m.  |  Orbach  

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MONDAY, JUNE 10

• Boba Boost Giveaway
  
  • 2 p.m.  |  Orbach  |  *While supplies last

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TUESDAY, JUNE 11

• Bingo
  
  • 2 - 3 p.m.  |  Orbach  |  *Winners receive an Amazon gift card

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

• Virtual Kahoot!
  
  • 2 p.m. & 6 p.m.  |  RSVP on Eventbrite to save your seat. Play via Zoom to win an Amazon gift card. 

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THURSDAY, JUNE 13

• Surprise Snack Giveaway
  
  • Time is a SURPRISE  |  Rivera & Orbach  |  *While supplies last

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Virtual Stress Relief Activities

Need virtual stress-reducing activities now? Our FWSR committee has curated a list of activities and services available remotely through online platforms that you can enjoy all quarter long! Visit our Virtual Stress Relief Activities page for more information. 

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Library Finals Week Hours

Study 24 hours in Orbach from 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 6 through 7 p.m. on Friday, June 14

During Study Hall, Orbach Library will be open for studying, scanning, and printing, including the use of public computers. The borrowing of materials and equipment (reserves, books, calculators, and/or chargers) will NOT be available during Study Hall.

Thursday, June 6
Service hours for Rivera & Orbach: 7:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Study Hall for Orbach Library: 12 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Friday, June 7
Service hours for Rivera & Orbach: 7:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Study Hall for Orbach Library: 10 p.m. to 8 a.m.

Saturday, June 8
Service hours for Rivera & Orbach: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Study Hall for Orbach Library: 10 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Sunday, June 9
Service hours for Rivera & Orbach: 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Study Hall for Orbach Library: 9 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Monday, June 10 - Thursday, June 13
Service hours for Rivera & Orbach: 7:30 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Study Hall for Orbach Library: 12 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.  

Friday, June 14
Hours for both libraries: 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Orbach ends 24-hour Study Hall)

More News September 22, 2017

The University of California, Riverside Library will host International Open Access Week 2017, as part of a global effort called Open Access Week.

The event will be on Wednesday, Oct. 25, in the Orbach Science Library, Room 240, from 9:30 am - 11:00 am. “Open in Order to Save Data for Future Research” is the 2017 event theme.

Open Access Week is an opportunity for the academic and research community to learn about the potential benefits of sharing what they’ve learned with colleagues, and to help inspire wider participation in helping to make “open access” a new norm in scholarship, research and data planning and preservation.

The Open Access movement is made of up advocates (librarians, publishers, university repositories, etc.) who promote the free, immediate, and online publication of research.

The program will provide information on issues related to saving open data, including climate change and scientific data.  The panelists also will describe open access projects in which they have participated to save climate data and to preserve end-of-term presidential data, information likely to be and utilized by the university community for research and scholarship.

The program includes:

• Brianna Marshall, Director of Research Services:  Brianna will welcome guests and introduce the panelists.

• John Baez, Professor of Mathematics, UC Riverside:  John was involved in saving US government climate data during the presidential transitions. (time, date, topic not confirmed yet)

• Perry Willett, Digital Preservation Project Manager, California Digital Library:  Perry will share the work he has done at CDL on the promotion and usage of open data initiatives.

• Kat Koziar, Data Librarian: Kat will give an overview of DASH, the UC system data repository, and provide suggestions for researchers interested in making their data open.

This will be the eighth International Open Access Week program hosted by the UCR Library.

The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP: openaccess2017.eventbrite.com

More News October 02, 2017

The University of California, Riverside Library will host International Open Access Week 2017, as part of a global effort called Open Access Week.

The event will be on Wednesday, Oct. 25, in the Orbach Science Library, Room 240, from 9:30 am - 11:00 am. “Open in Order to Save Data for Future Research” is the 2017 event theme.

Open Access Week is an opportunity for the academic and research community to learn about the potential benefits of sharing what they’ve learned with colleagues, and to help inspire wider participation in helping to make “open access” a new norm in scholarship, research and data planning and preservation.

The Open Access movement is made of up advocates (librarians, researchers, publishers, etc.) who promote the free, immediate, and online publication of research.

The program will provide information on issues related to saving open data, including climate change and scientific data.  The panelists also will describe open access projects in which they have participated to save climate data and to preserve end-of-term presidential data, information likely to be utilized by the university community for research and scholarship.

The program includes:

• Brianna Marshall, Director of Research Services, UCR Library: Brianna welcomes guests and introduces panelists.

• John Baez, Professor of Mathematics, UC Riverside: John will describe his activities to save US government climate data through his collaborative effort, the Azimuth Climate Data Backup Project.  All of the saved data is now open access for everyone to utilize for research and scholarship. 

• Perry Willett, Digital Preservation Projects Manager, California Digital Library: Perry will discuss the open data initiatives in which CDL participates, including the end-of-term presidential web archiving that is done in partnership with the Library of Congress, Internet Archive and University of North Texas.

• Kat Koziar, Data Librarian, UCR Library: Kat will give an overview of DASH, the UC system data repository, and provide suggestions for researchers interested in making their data open.

This will be the eighth International Open Access Week program hosted by the UCR Library.

The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.