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Leatherby Libraries Announces Inaugural Graduate Library Research Award Apply Now for the Eric Scandrett Graduate Library Research Prize

January 5, 2024 by Alyssa Castanon | News

The Leatherby Libraries is excited to announce the launch of the inaugural Eric M. Scandrett Graduate Research Prize, which recognizes excellent research and effective use of library resources by Chapman University graduate students! All graduates who have used library resources to assist with completing research projects and papers in the past year are encouraged to

Preparing for Finals Week Stop By for Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate and Snacks Provided by SGA & Leatherby Libraries

December 7, 2023 by Alyssa Castanon | News

Finals week is upon us, Panthers! We are happy to announce the return of coffee at the Library for Finals Week, sponsored by Chapman University Student Government Association and the Leatherby Libraries! This is the 15th Year Anniversary of the partnership between the library and SGA. We are committed to helping you sail smoothly through

Presentation Studio: Designed to Create Quality, Academic Presentation Recordings

November 27, 2023 by Alyssa Castanon | Resources

Introducing Presentation Studio, the newest technology upgrade at the Leatherby Libraries! Our Presentation Studio is a state-of-the-art room, custom-designed to provide a private area to record high-quality presentations. This room has been created to include acoustic wall panels, blackout shades, and dimmable lighting to give presenters control over how they want their presentation recording to

Write About Your Library Research Experience and Earn a Cash Prize! 2024 Kevin and Tam Ross Undergraduate Research Prize

November 6, 2023 by Alyssa Castanon | News

Did you write a research paper or complete a project this year? Did you use the library’s resources to assist with your research? Did you know the library has the Kevin and Tam Ross Undergraduate Research Prize, which recognizes excellent research and effective use of library resources? For undergraduate students, this research prize requires applicants to

Chapman Student Nick Burke Exhibit Opens at the Library "Keep an Open Mind Showcase"

November 3, 2023 by Alyssa Castanon | Exhibits and Displays

Using Nostalgia to Recreate Artistic Representations of the Past The Keep an Open Mind Showcase is the latest exhibit in the Leatherby Libraries. The exhibit was created by Chapman University student Nick Burke ‘ 26, a 19-year-old artist majoring in Graphic Design and minoring in English Literature. Although early in his career as a graphic

Leatherby Libraries Announces Inaugural Faculty Research Award: SOARS Supporting Open Access Research and Scholarship

October 2, 2023 by Alyssa Castanon | Resources

Dean Kevin Ross of the Leatherby Libraries, in collaboration with the Office of the Provost, Office of Research, and the IS&T Department, is pleased to announce the inaugural semester of the Supporting Open Access Research and Scholarship (SOARS) program to the Chapman University community. The SOARS program is designed to provide financial support to Chapman

Printing at the Leatherby Libraries How and Where to Print at the Leatherby Libraries

September 21, 2023 by Alyssa Castanon | Resources

Chapman University’s Information Systems & Technology department provides students with several printing options and printers in many labs and public access areas across campus. Students are given initial FREE print credits at the start of each semester. Students can either print from one of the University-owned public access computers or wirelessly from their own devices.

SPIE Digital Library Read-and-Publish Deal Provides Journal Access and Free Open Access Publishing

July 12, 2023 by Kristin Laughtin-Dunker | Resources

The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to announce that Chapman University has signed a read-and-publish agreement with SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics. SPIE is the world’s largest collection of optics and photonics applied research, with over 550,000 journal articles and conference papers spanning biomedicine, communications, sensors, defense and security, manufacturing, electronics, energy, and

Chapman Authors Can Now Publish Open Access Research for Free in Springer and IOP Journals Wiley deal also extended another year through 2023

June 8, 2023 by Kristin Laughtin-Dunker | News

The Leatherby Libraries is pleased to announce that Chapman University has joined two new read-and-publish agreements with Springer and IOP (Institute of Physics). This agreement allows Chapman-affiliated authors to publish their articles Open Access in many Springer and IOP journals at no cost. This agreement covers the Article Processing Charges (APCs) (i.e., Open Access publication

Congratulations to the 2023 Winners of the Kevin and Tam Ross Undergraduate Research Prize Chapman University students continue to impress with their research and writing skills

June 2, 2023 by Caylin Schmenk | News

The Leatherby Libraries is proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Kevin and Tam Ross Undergraduate Research Prize. In its 15th year, we received a variety of applications in disciplines such as biological sciences, political science, film studies, literature, French studies, peace studies, and integrated educational studies. Below, learn more about each winning project,