UNCW Library

Your next summer adventure might be waiting on a library shelf. 📖

Our summer reading displays feature a variety of titles, from light beach reads to thought-provoking nonfiction. Stop by the 1st floor of Randall Hall and find your next page-turner.

It's here! Our new library search platform is now live. 🎉 Looking for books, articles, media, and more is now easier with a streamlined search experience designed to help you find what you need faster.

And yes—checkouts are back, too. 😉

Learn more about our new search platform: lib.uncw.edu/uncw-library-search

Please note the adjusted hours for Randall and Discovery Hall during the Memorial Day holiday (May 24–May 25). ⚠️ UNCW Library will resume regular summer hours on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Sunday, May 24
Randall Hall: CLOSED
Discovery Hall: CLOSED

Monday, May 25
Randall Hall: CLOSED
Discovery Hall: CLOSED

You may return materials to any of our book drops. Need help when we're closed? Use our live chat: library.uncw.edu/ask

Big changes are coming to the library! 👀 Our new and improved search platform launches June 10. As we make the transition, please note that all checkouts (self-checkouts and in-person) and My Library Account will be unavailable June 4–9.

Even though checkout services will be paused, you can still:
📚 Use the library
💬 Chat with us online
🖥️ Access online databases
📍 Visit the Library Help Desk
📦 Use Interlibrary Loan services

Learn more about our new search platform: lib.uncw.edu/uncw-library-search

Ever wanted to host an event or class, meet with your club, or table at the library? We have options that fit most needs! 📚✨

Our new "Reserve a Library Space" webpage makes it easier than ever to explore available spaces, view room details, and submit reservation requests. Reservations are open to students, faculty, staff, campus organizations, and community members.

View the webpage: library.uncw.edu/reserve_library_space

Looking to brush up on public records best practices? 📣

The State Archives of North Carolina is offering a free virtual workshop titled "Managing Public Records for Higher Education Employees." This session will cover the basics of maintaining, retaining, and properly disposing of public records—perfect for both beginners and those in need of a refresher.

📅 Date: Tuesday, June 9
🕛 Time: 10 am to 12 pm
📍 Location: Online

Registration & more info: lib.uncw.edu/CSENCAH_records

Need dedicated time to write this summer? ✍️ CHSSA faculty, staff, and students are invited to the CHSSA Writing Bootcamp. This focused writing day offers an opportunity to make progress on current projects and build momentum for the semester ahead. Light breakfast and lunch will be provided!

📅 Date: Monday, May 18
🕛 Time: 9 am to 3 pm
📍 Location: Event Space, Discovery Hall (DH1070)

Registration: lib.uncw.edu/CHSSAwriting

Heading out for the summer? Don't forget to return or renew your library materials by May 12! 📚

Items can be returned at any library book drop or at the Library Help Desk. Need a little more time? You can renew online, by phone, or in person at the LHD.