News from the Libraries
Library Participates in Historical Symposium
June 8, 2018
The UT Health Libraries participated in a historical symposium celebrating San Antonio’s 300th anniversary and the School of Medicine’s 50th anniversary. The symposium titled, 300 Years of History and Advances in Health was held on Saturday, May 12 in the Holly Auditorium. The symposium highlighted the past, present, and future of health care in San Antonio. There […]
Coming Soon – Library Reflection Room Renovations
June 8, 2018
While a room for reflection, meditation, or prayer has previously been under consideration for library space, a recent request from students has finally brought the idea into reality. The room, on the 4th floor (4N) of the Library, is now open for use. There are no reservations required and the room can be used by […]
Librarian Presents on Open Source Experience
June 8, 2018
On Wednesday, May 23, librarian Andrea N. Schorr presented at the Central Texas Koha Summit in Round Rock, Texas. The Summit, an annual event, is geared toward libraries and library staff who are interested in learning more about Koha, an open source library management system. In 2015, after almost two decades with a proprietary library management […]
New Room Reservation System
June 8, 2018
On June 4th, the library will be migrating to a new room reservation and calendar system. Although the system looks similar to our previous version, there are a few benefits to the move. Now you can: Schedule an appointment with your liaison Schedule an appointment to discuss 3D printing options Reserve The Hub to utilize […]
Nano Online Database Now Available
June 8, 2018
Nano Online Database is now available to all faculty, staff, and students. This resource was purchased by the UT System ALCEP funds and offered to each school. The one-stop-shop for nano-science – offers a comprehensive coverage of the subject area nano science and technology. This online reference allows for easy access to research results from […]
Featured New Books/E-books for June 2018
June 8, 2018
For a list of the newest titles at the Briscoe Library click here. Purchase suggestions? Complete the online Purchase Suggestion Form or contact Andrea N. Schorr, Head of Resource Management.
Archivists Visit Nixon Library
June 1, 2018
On Thursday, May 24, a group from the Society of Southwest Archivists toured the P.I. Nixon Medical Historical Library. They were welcomed by a thoughtful selection of classic and rare books, including works by Andreas Vesalius (De Humani Corporis Fabrica – 1543), Bernhard Siegfried Albinus (Tables of the Skeleton and Muscles of the Human Body – […]
News from the Libraries May 2018
May 4, 2018
The May issue of News from the Libraries is now available. For links to individual articles, see the table of contents below. Image of Research Photography Competition Student Fiesta Fun! Students Gather for Essay Award Presentation YWCA and CPS Health Fair and Family Day Thank You to Library Exam-Time Refreshment Sponsors! Featured New Books/E-books for May […]
Image of Research Photography Competition
May 4, 2018
Briscoe Library has launched a new photography competition called Image of Research. This competition is an opportunity for UT Health San Antonio students, residents, and fellows from all six schools to capture, share, and present the essence of their research in a single visual image. The competition and its accompanying exhibition showcase students’ creative […]
Students Gather for Essay Award Presentation
May 4, 2018
The Danny Jones History of the Health Sciences Essay Award is an annual competition sponsored by the Friends of the P.I. Nixon Medical Historical Library which is housed on the Briscoe Library 5th floor. The competition is open to all students, residents and fellows at UT Health in San Antonio. This year, due to […]