COVID-19
The Biomedical Library Building (BLB) is open during select hours as a controlled, socially-distanced study space for UC San Diego students. The facility will offer study space only, not library services or access to collections. All other Library buildings and all Library service desks remain closed at this time. Special Collections & Archives has research appointments available on Wednesdays and Fridays.
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Art of Science Contest Submissions Due April 14
UC San Diego researchers and affiliates are invited to submit images or graphics related to their research for a chance to win prizes. →

LOCATION AND HOURS FOR CONTACTLESS CURBSIDE PICKUP
We are now offering longer service hours for contactless curbside pickup from the Osler Visitor Information Office. →

Services Available During Campus COVID-19 Response
Tritons, quick reminder that we have a COVID-19 response page where you can find info on how to get remote research assistance and more. →

Free Online Access to Newspapers
UC San Diego affiliates have free online access to hundreds of trustworthy periodicals around the globe. →

Honoring Our ‘Library of Dreams’
Two music majors created an eight-track album entitled “Library of Dreams,” which was inspired by our iconic Geisel Library. →
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- University of California Reaches Open Access Agreement with Elsevier
- Roger and Melvyl are Retiring, but UC Library Search Will Do More
- Three New UC Open Access Agreements Signed this Week
- UC San Diego Library’s Special Collections & Archives Acquires its First African Americana Collection
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- Apr 14, 2021 - 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmOnline Event
- May 4, 2021 - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
- Feb 22, 2021 - Jun 4, 2021 - All DayOnline Event
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