2025 marks 100 years of Smathers Libraries. The libraries at the University of Florida are the largest academic resource system in the state, with six on-campus branches, affiliate branches across Florida, and high-density storage facilities. Access is a pillar for the Smathers Libraries, ensuring opportunities for users to experience materials…
This year George A. Smathers Library celebrates the 25th anniversary of spatial data services in the Libraries and the Library’s GIS Librarian, Joe Aufmuth. During this time the service has aided many faculty, staff, and students with research and course work. Spatial data, any data with a location, is used by…
LibraryPress@UF is pleased to announce the launch of SPACE, a multidisciplinary, open-access journal committed to advancing the frontiers of knowledge in the fields of space science, technology, aerospace engineering, space tourism, material engineering, environmental studies, and associated space policy frameworks. The journal encourages a broad range of submissions, including original research, review articles, case studies, and reports on practical…
As of July 1, 2025, the 2024 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Public Access Policy (https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-25-047.html) will apply to all articles accepted for publication, impacting researchers who receive NIH funding. This policy update requires a thorough understanding of the revised requirements to ensure compliance and avoid potential consequences on…
Scrolling through the UF Jobs listing website, a curly-haired sophomore sought opportunities relevant to her major, Media Production Management and Technology. Emily Webster stumbled upon the Smathers Libraries communications internship. Her first thought was, “I don’t know if I’m qualified for this.” …
On May 21, 2025, Charles and Lauren Price, together with Charles’ son Isser Benjamin Price, visited the Judaica Suite to sign a gift agreement honoring Charles’ father, Sam Price. The gift was made on behalf of the Price family and will endow the position of the Sam Price Family…
Sarah Tew is a familiar face with a new job at Smathers Libraries. Working as Project Coordinator for the US Caribbean & Florida Digital Newspaper Project since 2022, she will move into her new role as Curator of the Harold and Mary Jean Hanson Rare Book Collection in May. She…
By Melissa Jerome The University of Florida (UF) George A. Smathers Libraries house an extensive collection of newspapers from around the world, with a strong emphasis on Florida and Caribbean-based publications. These newspapers serve as rich historical records, offering valuable insights into past events, cultural shifts, and societal trends. Their…
By Aida T. Miró-Herrans, Natya Hans and Borui Zhang Free access to HiPerGator — the most powerful supercomputer owned and operated by a U.S. university — is giving UF students a major leg up among their peers when it comes to conducting groundbreaking research. Due to a collaboration…
Scrapbook page from a trip to Gainesville in 1894. (Illustrated Diary of a Trip from Boston to Florida, 1894, PKY 88.056) Russell Ramsey Papers / Colección de Russell Ramsey, 1960-2020 The collection contains documents, publications, correspondence, and research materials related to the academic and military career of Russell…
