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P.I. Nixon Library Hosts UTSA Art Students

Published On: July 1, 2015
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On June 4th, the P. I. Nixon Medical Historical Library hosted a group of art students from the University of Texas at San Antonio. In conjunction with the UT Health Science Center Garden Health Interest Group, these students are conducting research in preparation for a proposal for art for the Healing Garden located in front […]

Anne Comeaux Certified as a Digital Archives Specialist

Published On: April 30, 2015
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Anne Comeaux, the Assistant Director for Special Collections at the Briscoe Library, was recently certified as a Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) after completing nine required courses within 24 months and passing the comprehensive exam in February. The DAS curriculum and certification program was designed by the Society of American Archivists to provide archivists with […]

P. I. (Pat Ireland) Nixon, 1883-1965

Published On: November 10, 2020
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Pat I. Nixon - picture taken for his 75th birthday. Dr. P. I. Nixon was a prominent physician in San Antonio, as well as a skillful writer and researcher. He is recognized as the preeminent historian of Texas medicine. He was the sole author of three books devoted to Texas medicine and was co-author of [...] Read more

Contact Us

Published On: December 17, 2019
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To find contact information for our librarians and staff, please see our Staff Directory. Dolph Briscoe, Jr. Library UT Health San Antonio 7703 Floyd Curl Dr., MSC 7940 San Antonio, TX 78229-3900 Information and Research Services: (210) 567-2450 Interlibrary Loan: (210) 567-2460 Room Reservations: (210) 567-2440 Records Management: (210) 450-8260 Email: AskaLibrarian@uthscsa.edu P.I. Nixon Medical [...] Read more

About the Libraries

Published On: December 17, 2019
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About the Libraries The mission of the Libraries is to promote learning, inspire discovery, and connect with our communities. Hours and Locations | Contact Us The mission of the Libraries is to promote learning, inspire discovery, and connect with our communities. To achieve our mission we: Deliver resources for teaching, learning, and research Provide expert information [...] Read more

Ruth Stewart, History of UT Health School of Nursing – Nixon Lecture

Published On: September 13, 2019
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On Thursday, 9/12, Ruth Stewart gave an inspiring account of the early beginnings of the UT Health School of Nursing, 50 years ago. Ms. Stewart joined the faculty in 1969, collaboratively developing the undergraduate program. She was later instrumental in developing other programs, including the first family nurse practitioner in Texas and the graduate community health […]

You’re Invited! Friends of the P.I. Nixon Lecture Series

Published On: August 16, 2019
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Friends of the P.I. Nixon Lecture Series Briscoe Library, Howe Conference Room, 5th Floor 6:00 PM Thursday, 9/12/19 – Ruth Stewart, MS, RN, FAAN, History of UT Health San Antonio School of Nursing Wednesday, 11/13/19 – Tania Roman, MD, MPH, History of Obstetrics Wednesday, 1/15/20 – Ronald Steward, MD, History of Trauma Care Wednesday, 2/12/20 […]

Save the Date – 49th Annual Nixon Dinner – November 7th

Published On: August 16, 2019
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Registration Open Soon! Presentation: The History of Organ Transplantation Date: Thursday, November 7, 2019 Time: Meet & Greet: 6:30 PM | Dinner: 7:00 PM Old San Francisco Steak House | 10223 Sahara Street Located north of Loop 410. From San Pedro, turn right onto Sahara Street. Cost: $55 per person, $35 for students Paid […]

Danny Jones History of the Health Sciences Essay Award Winner

Published On: March 15, 2019
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Please join us in congratulating Jacob Canfield (School of Medicine), this years’ winner of the Danny Jones History of the Health Sciences Essay Award sponsored by the Friends of the P.I. Nixon Library. This annual contest was established in memory of Danny Jones, M.L.S., who served as Head of Special Collections at the UT Health […]

Deadline January 31st to Win $500!

Published On: January 18, 2019
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Submit your entry for the Danny Jones Student Essay Competition by midnight on Jan. 31st for a chance to win. Email in PDF format to Peg Seger (segerp@uthscsa.edu) All UT Health students as well as interns, residents and fellows are eligible to enter. Previously unpublished essays (up to 2500 words) in broad areas related to […]