UF Health Science Center Libraries

In May, your HSC librarians went at the 2026 Medical Library Association Annual Meeting! We presented 9 times on topics from health literacy to leisure reading, and we are so excited to implement all the amazing things we learned into our work! University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries

Sun, sand and summer library workshops! Join our summer library workshops to stay on top of research impact, NIH Public Access Compliance and Nursing/Allied Health Literature searching. Register today from wherever your summer takes you. University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries

In observance of Memorial Day, the HSCL will be closed on 5/24 and be open from 1pm-9pm on 5/25. We wish everyone a safe and restful holiday weekend. University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries

24/7 access to the second floor is available to UF students currently enrolled in any of the six Health Science Center colleges, UF Health Residents and Fellows. Be sure to tap your GatorOne ID when entering and exiting the 2nd floor after operating hours. University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries

HSC Librarians often go to share knowledge, conduct research, and connect with the community. Our librarian Chloe went to the Health Humanities Consortium Annual Conference in April and presented on two library projects!

In her words: "Everyone was so friendly and welcoming; I ended up meeting lots of folks from the graphic medicine community, and managed to sneak in a tour at the Indiana Medical History Museum- an old psychiatric hospital!." University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries

Hello, summer schedule. The HSCL is now operating on summer hours: Mon-Thu 7:30am-9pm, Fri 7:30am-7pm, Sat 8am-5pm, and Sun 1pm-9pm. Wishing everyone a bright semester ahead! University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries

May 10th - 16th marks UF Health Week (National Hospital Week). We wish to celebrate and thank all of the employees and departments that make UF Health the standard for exceptional healthcare services throughout Florida. The HSCL is proud to assist in this mission. University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries

The Wertheim UF Scripps Library staff shared information about library services and resources at our Health & Wellness Fair earlier this week. University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries The Wertheim UF Scripps Institute

During Mental Health Awareness Month we reflect on the author talk we hosted with Ashley Bourne for her book “Resident, Interrupted”. Her powerful story describes the challenges she faced after failing to match for residency. Thank you, Ashley and those in attendance! University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries

Swipe to see the beautiful transformation of our Positivitree! At the beginning of this month, our Positivitree started out completely bare. We asked you to help us bring it to life by writing down what you are most thankful for, and you truly delivered. University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries

Take a look at the "after" photo to see how it blossomed! Your notes of hope, love, and appreciation turned the empty branches into a vibrant display of community gratitude. Thank you to everyone who paused to reflect and added to our tree!