Gifts at Work

Gifts to the Library touch every program, scholar, and student at Illinois.

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Getting to Know You

Endowment supports gay literature collection

The Library is part of the essential fabric of university life; an investment in its future advances student success and knowledge creation, and information access and justice for the citizens of our state and beyond."

—Claire Stewart

Juanita J. and Robert E. Simpson Dean of Libraries and University Librarian

More Gifts at Work

Broadening the Canon

Bruner collection promotes African, Caribbean literature

Barbara Brandt in front of Dr. Almira Fifield marker

Genealogy Journey Leads to Endowment

Who knew? Ancestor revealed as medical pioneer

Helping Hands Boost Student Success

Assistance comes in many forms to support, inspire

A Decision to Give

West's donations a yearly tradition

Empowering International Library Professionals…

...Through Leadership and Scholarship Programs

Window to Their World

Printer's mark speaks to Fessler family interests

Match Made for the Ages

Elsesser challenge focuses on RBML, library needs

A Bridge to Opportunity

Fund supports graduate hourly workers

Estate Gift Expresses Couple’s Appreciation

Amey pledge also includes Japanese woodblock prints

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