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First of Four Phases Gets Committee’s OK
In April, the Chancellor’s Capital Review Committee approved Phase One of the library building project, ensuring the next chapter of the Library’s development. “This kicks off this multistage library building project,” Dean John Wilkin said of the action. “And now, in front of us, we have the prospect of this gorgeous, secure, climate-controlled facility for […]
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Heise Takes On Senior Advancement Role
New director comes full circle in returning to UI campus
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A Librarian and a Scholar: University grants honorary degree to Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden
At its 2019 ceremony, the University of Illinois bestowed a Doctor of Humane Letters degree on Carla Hayden, the 14th person to serve as Librarian of Congress and only the third trained librarian to hold that position.
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Renovations Planned for Main Library
Projects provide service, style, and scholarly opportunities
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