By Aimee Sullivan, Communications Intern For the last 25 years, the UF Libraries have hosted local high school students for an immersive, high-level essay workshop to prepare for their two-year, required essay, where librarians help solidify their topics and teach lifelong research skills. Over 50 Eastside…
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…
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…
Gore Vidal’s “An Evening with Richard Nixon” (LP), 1972 – Steven Abbott Collection of Materials relating to the Gore Vidal Bibliography (MSS 0544) The following collections in the Special and Area Studies Department have been recently processed, expanded or revised at the University of Florida. Miguel…
By Valrie Minson Imagine a young researcher working late into the night on a grant proposal for a groundbreaking project. This intrepid researcher has a brilliant idea but lacks experience in crafting a compelling proposal. Despite searching online and asking colleagues for examples, there are limited resources to help…
In The Baldwin’s Library of Historical Children’s Literature, you are bound to find a plethora of vividly colored books including ones with bright green details. But danger lurks amongst those children’s stories.
SOURCE offers the reader an opportunity to view remarkable materials from our collections, learn about our innovative research and collaborations both in the Libraries and with other colleagues throughout the University and beyond, and explore highlights of exceptional faculty and student services provided by the Smathers Libraries.
