Libraries Closed July 3-6

Neilson, Hillyer, and Josten libraries are closed Thursday-Sunday, July 3-6 for Independence Day. Alumnae Gym will remain open with swipe access only. For details, see Hours.

Geothermal Work Outside Neilson Library through Mid-July

While the main entrance is inaccessible, the south entrance (facing Alumnae Gym) and Burton lawn entrance are unlocked during open hours.

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Hours for all libraries’ locations

	(7/3) Thursday
Alumnae Gymnasium	24 Hours
Compass Café	Closed
Hillyer Art Library	Closed
Josten Performing Arts Library	Closed
Neilson Library	Closed
Neilson Library CSP IT Help Desk	Closed
Special Collections Reading Room	Closed

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SSW Students: Explore the Social Work Subject Guide

Access the resources you need for your research. Search for articles, books & more and get help.

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June 2, 2025

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June 2, 2025

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Wednesday Drop-In Research Help for SSW Students

Help with assignments, bibliographies & more! Learning Commons, 1-5 p.m., Neilson Library 1st floor.

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June 2, 2025

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Welcome School for Social Work Students!

Community Fair on Friday May 30, 9:30-12 noon, Campus Center 103/104. Learn about top resources and ...

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May 30, 2025

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Exhibit: Children’s Book Authors and Illustrators Smithie Edition!

The exhibit includes writings, photographs, newspaper clippings & more from five Smith College alums...

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May 23, 2025

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New privacy zine created by Libraries staff!

Pick one up at the Central Service Point in Neilson Library, or download and print & fold yourself.

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May 23, 2025

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What am I reading in ScholarWorks? May 2025

This month’s selection by Professor Halie Rando presents research on using AI to identify dog breeds...

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May 22, 2025

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Celebrate Smith’s 150th at the Libraries!

The Libraries are celebrating with new exhibitions, initiatives, and online resources.

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May 15, 2025

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Josten Exhibit: Theatre of the Oppressed

A selected bibliography of Augusto Boal is on view in Josten Library, and online in Visual Browse.

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May 13, 2025

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New E-Resources! May 2025

The Libraries have added new magazine titles to Flipster and now contribute to Philpapers.

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May 13, 2025

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