Oberlin College Libraries

06/24/2026

This past academic year, the Art Library asked our students to highlight our unique collection of artists' books. The students were tasked with taking pictures of an artist's book of their choosing and then writing a short explanation of their feelings, experiences, or interest in the specific piece. To find out more about Oberlin College Libraries' Artists' Books Collection, visit dcollections.oberlin.edu/digital/collection/artistsbook

Artist's Book: Cubegg
Creator: Guttorm Guttormsgaard
Review by Vanity '26

"The harsh angular geometry of the polygon and the rounded smoothness of the egg may seem like they would be diametrically opposed forces, yet they combine in Cubegg to make constructions which are greater and more compelling than the sum of their parts. This book brings to mind for me the question of what is natural and what is artificial, and if there is or should be any meaningful difference between the two. I love how the shapes and colors combine, contrast, and pop on the page. I also really like how the pages build on one another: each page is not a single image, but a layer that can be added to the picture before and behind it." -Vanity, OC 2026

06/02/2026

DETOUR!!! Enter Terrell through CELA
Construction has started and the main entrance ramp to the Mudd Center is blocked, so you must detour through CELA to enter the Terrell Main Library. Go down the stairs or take the ramp to the lower level, after entering the first set of glass doors turn to your right. Go through the glass door, take the stairs or elevator to the 1st floor, and on your right is the brown door leading into the first floor of the Terrell Library.

Elevator access from the lower level to the upper floors of the library is Obie ID card swipe or call the posted number.

05/19/2026

Oberlin College Libraries and the Office of the Dean of Arts & Sciences have awarded $1,000 grants to faculty for five course-development proposals that integrate the libraries’ distinctive collections and model collaboration between faculty and library curators and archivists. Congratulations to:

Matthew Bahar (History): College Archives
Juliana Frey-Mendez (Theater & Dance): College Archives
Olesya Ivantsova (German): Terrell Special Collections
Alysia Ramos (Theater & Dance): College Archives
Ye Yuan (East Asian Studies): Terrell Special Collections

We are excited to see where these new collaborations lead!

05/12/2026

Come to the Art Library this Thursday May 11th, from 6-8pm for a study break and a chance to make some fun buttons!

We look forward to seeing you, and hang around after to study for exams in the quiet of CWAL.

05/10/2026

Take a short study break and enjoy a Tiny Ref Desk Concert featuring Abby and Rosalie, a banjo and fiddle playing duo.

In the Con Library on Monday May 11th at noon - don't miss it!

05/08/2026

To better assist you during Reading Period, the Clarence Ward Art Library is extending its hours until 11:59 p.m. on the night of Monday, May 11th!

Take advantage of this quiet spot to add in a couple more hours of studying, double-check those citations, or simply have a place to relax and color or make a bead study buddy!

The Art Librarian will be available to help with any drop-in reference questions.

05/08/2026

Join us in the Art Library on May 12th from 1:30-3:30pm for another artists' book Show&Tell!

“Show&Tell” is a recurring participatory event
with the Art Librarian featuring artists’ books
surrounding a specific theme,
hosted monthly every second Tuesday.

This month, we’ll be highlighting artists’ books
from the Art Library’s collection
about or related to OBERLIN.

05/06/2026

Please join us at 3pm on May 8th in the Conservatory Library’s Music Research Commons for our next Tiny Ref Desk concert! Singer-songwriter Liam Campbell will be performing original songs as we celebrate the last day of classes.

05/04/2026

Come to the Conservatory Library and make your own self-care package! Decorate your bag and grab some treats and supplies to keep yourself motivated during reading period and finals. Starts Monday, May 4, while supplies last.

05/04/2026