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10/07/2026

Take note! “Write Between the Lines: Marginalia and Its Meanings” is a new exhibit by the Special Collections Research Center on display this semester in the Commons at Helm Library. Connect with historical people through their annotations, doodles, and other examples of marginalia found in old books from our collection.

10/01/2026

🍂 Fall Break is almost here, Hilltoppers! ❤️

WKU Libraries will be closed October 3–6 for Fall Break. We’ll reopen for our regular hours on Wednesday, October 7.

For current library hours, visit: https://libcal.wku.edu/hours/

Enjoy the break! We’ll see you back at the library soon! 💫

09/22/2026

BIOL 131 students, it’s time to hit the books… and the bones! 🦴

Getting ready for Anatomy & Physiology? Come study with WKU Libraries at our Bones Open Study Hall!

📅 When: 9/27-9/30: 2pm-10pm
10/2: 2pm-7pm
10/7: 2pm-10pm
10/9: 2pm-7pm
10/11-10/13 2pm-10pm
📍 Where: Commons Rooms 3002/3008

🎟️ Want a chance to win? Everyone who completes the exit survey will be entered into a drawing for Spencer’s Coffee vouchers!

Bring your notes, study materials, and your best bone knowledge. We’ll see you there!

09/09/2026

WKU Libraries is SUPER excited to announce access to the Southeast Collection of Newspapers.com!

Explore 25+ million keyword-searchable newspaper pages from 11 southeastern states and D.C., dating from 1736 to the present!

Whether you're researching history, exploring primary sources, or working on your next research project, there's plenty to discover.

🎓 Student researchers—this one’s for you!

👉 Access it through the WKU Libraries Database List and start exploring!

ASK US! 💻📖

09/02/2026

Spotted in Special Collections. An excellent place for primary resources spanning from 2500 B.C. to the present day. We house University Archives, Manuscripts and Folklife Collections, Rare Books, and other unique resources.

09/01/2026

Meet the newest member of the WKU Libraries team! 🎉

Help us welcome Ali Osborne, our new Evening Library Assistant!

Ali will be providing support during our evening hours, so you may see her around the library during those late-night study sessions, research adventures, and everything in between. 💻📖

Be sure to say hello when you see her! 👋

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08/27/2026

📚 LIBRARYFELLA IS HERE!

We’re kicking off our LibraryFella hunt! Three days a week, LibraryFella will be hiding somewhere in Cravens Library or The Commons at Helm Library. We’ll give you one clue each week to help you track him down—but you’ll have to keep your eyes open because on the other two days, you’re on your own!🔎

🕵️‍♀️THIS WEEK’S CLUE:

Need to check out a book, return materials, renew an item, pick up a hold, or get help from our friendly library staff? You’ll find all of that at the Circulation Desk. And today, LibraryFella is hiding nearby! 👀

Don’t forget to take a picture and tag in your post or story so we can cheer you on!

Happy hunting!

08/24/2026

Welcome back Hilltoppers!

A new semester is here, and is ready to help you make it a great one! Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to study, need research help, or just need a cozy spot to catch your breath between classes, we’re here for you. Stop by WKU Libraries and let’s make it a great semester!

08/19/2026

🍂The Fall semester is here! 🍂

Check out our Fall 2026 library hours and plan your next visit. Whether you’re studying, doing research, meeting up with classmates, or just looking for a quiet place to work, we’re here to help! 📚

We look forward to seeing you this semester!

07/06/2026

📢 Library Closure Notice

Raymond Cravens Library will be closed Thursday, July 9, and Friday, July 10 for maintenance and cleaning.

✅ The Commons at Helm Library will remain open and operate during its regular business hours. If you need library assistance during the closure, please visit the Information Desk in The Commons or call us at 270-745-4552 for help with your library needs.

📚 Raymond Cravens Library will resume regular business hours on Monday, July 13.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you next week!

Please visit www.wku.edu to access library resources 24/7 and for up to date hours information.

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42101

Telephone

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