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Yale Library announces the return of 12th-century manuscript to the Republic of Poland

January 29, 2026

On Jan. 29, Yale Library welcomed representatives of the Polish government to New Haven for the formal transfer of a liturgical manuscript known as the Cistercian Collectar from the collection of the Beinecke Library.

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Writers, photographers, explorers are among the subjects of 9 new collections now open to researchers

January 28, 2026

New collections and new materials in existing collections are now available to researchers through Archives at Yale.

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With employee feedback, Yale Library builds new programs for staff development and engagement

January 14, 2026

Risë Nelson, director of Staff Development and Engagement (SDE), discusses the library’s plans and progress.

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“Your Yale” highlights the teamwork and planning behind major library technology upgrade

October 23, 2025

“Your Yale” explores the two-year, library-wide effort that culminated in the successful launch of the new library services platform.

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Sterling Library reopens Andrews Study Room and invites students to suggest further enhancements

October 23, 2025

The Andrews Study Room (SML 215), closed for renovation in June, reopened for study and browsing on Oct. 22. The library is seeking student suggestions for a second phase of the project.

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Lewis Walpole Library is accepting applications for on-site fellowships and grants through Nov. 1

October 22, 2025

Scholars can apply for four-week visiting fellowships or two-week travel grants to research the collections of 18th-century British graphic art at Lewis Walpole Library.

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New exhibition featuring artists’ books celebrates the versatility of the form

October 21, 2025

“Unfolding Events: Exploring the Past and Present in Artists‘ Books” is on view at Beinecke Library through March 1.

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Library partners with publishers to open access to humanities research

October 21, 2025

Four new humanities publishers expand Yale Library’s efforts to open access to scholarly resources.

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University Librarian shares plans in interview with Yale Alumni Association

October 10, 2025

University Librarian Barbara Rockenbach recently spoke with Alison Cole ’99, executive director of the Yale Alumni Association, for a segment in the ongoing series “Afternoons with Alison.”

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Three staff members recognized by peers for their achievements and contributions

October 8, 2025

Amauri Serrano, Charles Riley, and Kim Copenhaver all received special recognition for their contributions to their professional communities.

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