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Thanks to William Weare and Jaena Alabi for speaking with us about their portal article, "What’s Working and What Isn’t: An Exploratory Study of Current Reference Models in Large Academic Libraries." You can read the full article on portal's preprint site, Volume 25.4.
portal interview William Weare and Jaena Alabi
Katie introduced William Weare and Jaena Alabi to discuss their research on reference models in academic libraries, which examines various service approaches and staffing patterns across…
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December 8, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Thanks to William Weare and Jaena Alabi for speaking with us about their portal article, "What’s Working and What Isn’t: An Exploratory Study of Current Reference Models in Large Academic Libraries." You can read the full article on portal's preprint site, Volume 25.4.
This article celebrates the Walter P. Reuther Library, its unique collection, and the collaborative and creative programming that keeps the legacy alive. Read about it here: bit.ly/4mrqCHA
December 5, 2025 at 3:04 PM
This article celebrates the Walter P. Reuther Library, its unique collection, and the collaborative and creative programming that keeps the legacy alive. Read about it here: bit.ly/4mrqCHA
In a new oral history interview, portal: Libraries and the Academy Managing Editor Ellysa Stern Cahoy interviews Jerome Yavarkovsky, University Librarian Emeritus at Boston College, for a can't-miss conversation on the history of academic libraries.
Read the full interview here: bit.ly/4nxP5M6
Read the full interview here: bit.ly/4nxP5M6
December 3, 2025 at 3:01 PM
In a new oral history interview, portal: Libraries and the Academy Managing Editor Ellysa Stern Cahoy interviews Jerome Yavarkovsky, University Librarian Emeritus at Boston College, for a can't-miss conversation on the history of academic libraries.
Read the full interview here: bit.ly/4nxP5M6
Read the full interview here: bit.ly/4nxP5M6
Thanks to Mark Lenker for speaking with us about his portal article, "Thoughts on Synthesizing Information: A Research Skill for our Time?" You can read the full article on portal's preprint site, Volume 25.3.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Thanks to Mark Lenker for speaking with us about his portal article, "Thoughts on Synthesizing Information: A Research Skill for our Time?" You can read the full article on portal's preprint site, Volume 25.3.
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Is the reference desk obsolete? A new study found that while libraries are experimenting, face-to-face assistance is still highly valued. Read the full article: bit.ly/3VVqpRV
October 17, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Is the reference desk obsolete? A new study found that while libraries are experimenting, face-to-face assistance is still highly valued. Read the full article: bit.ly/3VVqpRV
Do students trust AI for research? A new study found that students use it for brainstorming but still rely on library databases for credible sources. Read the full article: bit.ly/3K9qY8g
October 15, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Do students trust AI for research? A new study found that students use it for brainstorming but still rely on library databases for credible sources. Read the full article: bit.ly/3K9qY8g
"Goodness" vs. "greatness"? A new study on open access policies at US land-grant universities finds a tension between public good and institutional reputation.
Read the full article: bit.ly/3IuVd8Z
Read the full article: bit.ly/3IuVd8Z
October 13, 2025 at 1:30 PM
"Goodness" vs. "greatness"? A new study on open access policies at US land-grant universities finds a tension between public good and institutional reputation.
Read the full article: bit.ly/3IuVd8Z
Read the full article: bit.ly/3IuVd8Z
New study on AI in libraries! This article assesses a ChatGPT-powered chatbot's performance, offering best practices for any library exploring this type of tech.
Read the full article: bit.ly/4gt8efU
Read the full article: bit.ly/4gt8efU
October 9, 2025 at 9:08 PM
New study on AI in libraries! This article assesses a ChatGPT-powered chatbot's performance, offering best practices for any library exploring this type of tech.
Read the full article: bit.ly/4gt8efU
Read the full article: bit.ly/4gt8efU
New study on OER impact! A critical look at the gains and gaps for librarians and educators. Read more: bit.ly/4gzJRgP
October 2, 2025 at 7:35 PM
New study on OER impact! A critical look at the gains and gaps for librarians and educators. Read more: bit.ly/4gzJRgP
How can libraries ensure students feel a sense of belonging? This article highlights how inclusivity and compassion are paired to build connections and help students thrive. Read why compassion is key: bit.ly/4ncSqk8
September 30, 2025 at 8:30 PM
How can libraries ensure students feel a sense of belonging? This article highlights how inclusivity and compassion are paired to build connections and help students thrive. Read why compassion is key: bit.ly/4ncSqk8
This article celebrates Reuther Library; it’s unique collection and the collaborative and creative programming that keeps the legacy alive. Read about it here: bit.ly/4mrqCHA
September 26, 2025 at 6:30 PM
This article celebrates Reuther Library; it’s unique collection and the collaborative and creative programming that keeps the legacy alive. Read about it here: bit.ly/4mrqCHA
Celebrating 25 years! In a new oral history interview, portal: Libraries and the Academy Editor Ellysa Stern Cahoy interviews Jerome Yavarkovsky, University Librarian Emeritus at Boston College, for a can't-miss conversation on the history of academic libraries. Read it here: bit.ly/4nxP5M6
September 24, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Celebrating 25 years! In a new oral history interview, portal: Libraries and the Academy Editor Ellysa Stern Cahoy interviews Jerome Yavarkovsky, University Librarian Emeritus at Boston College, for a can't-miss conversation on the history of academic libraries. Read it here: bit.ly/4nxP5M6
New portal: Libraries and the Academy issue is here! Dive into cutting-edge research on AI, student belonging, and more. All articles are free to access on the preprint site. Read the issue:
Volume 25, Number 4 | portal: Libraries and the Academy
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September 22, 2025 at 9:08 PM
New portal: Libraries and the Academy issue is here! Dive into cutting-edge research on AI, student belonging, and more. All articles are free to access on the preprint site. Read the issue:
In a recent portal author interview, Adrienne Warner, discusses her article, "An Exploration of Students’ Recollections After an Asynchronous, On-site Academic Library Tour." You can read the full article on portal's preprint site, Vol. 25.3. youtu.be/P7jbZPTROm8?...
September 2, 2025 at 4:04 PM
In a recent portal author interview, Adrienne Warner, discusses her article, "An Exploration of Students’ Recollections After an Asynchronous, On-site Academic Library Tour." You can read the full article on portal's preprint site, Vol. 25.3. youtu.be/P7jbZPTROm8?...
It was wonderful to speak with Elspeth Olson about her recent portal article, "Scaffolded Assignments and Embedded Archivists: A Critical Assessment of the Themes in Archival Instruction Literature, 2013-2023." Read the full article on our preprint site.
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portal Interview with Elspeth Olson
Elspeth Olson, Assistant Professor and Outreach Public Service Archivist at the University of Nevada, Reno, discussed her article "Scaffolded Assignments and Embedded Archivists: A Critical…
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September 1, 2025 at 4:02 PM
It was wonderful to speak with Elspeth Olson about her recent portal article, "Scaffolded Assignments and Embedded Archivists: A Critical Assessment of the Themes in Archival Instruction Literature, 2013-2023." Read the full article on our preprint site.
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This article examines five common themes in the scholarship published within 2013 - 2023 on primary source instruction, including constructivism, the roles of digital and physical resources, and the importance of collaboration between archives and instructors. bit.ly/4jBqO5p
July 15, 2025 at 1:06 PM
This article examines five common themes in the scholarship published within 2013 - 2023 on primary source instruction, including constructivism, the roles of digital and physical resources, and the importance of collaboration between archives and instructors. bit.ly/4jBqO5p
Developed at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, this article evaluates the effectiveness of an asynchronous e-text, Library 101, in teaching students about library resources and services. bit.ly/4jGHUiy
July 11, 2025 at 1:05 PM
Developed at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, this article evaluates the effectiveness of an asynchronous e-text, Library 101, in teaching students about library resources and services. bit.ly/4jGHUiy
In this study, the authors present findings from a survey and interviews investigating library-led textbook affordability initiatives in the United States. bit.ly/45JLXqM
July 7, 2025 at 1:04 PM
In this study, the authors present findings from a survey and interviews investigating library-led textbook affordability initiatives in the United States. bit.ly/45JLXqM
Northeastern University’s Global Campus and Online Learning Unit supports 16 global campuses. Highlights of the article include challenges, successes, best practices, and recommendations for librarians working at an institution with a geographically dispersed campus model. bit.ly/43RTJMS
July 2, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Northeastern University’s Global Campus and Online Learning Unit supports 16 global campuses. Highlights of the article include challenges, successes, best practices, and recommendations for librarians working at an institution with a geographically dispersed campus model. bit.ly/43RTJMS
In this article, the author uses the categories in a previously developed rubric to reflect on their own piecemeal work on synthesis and pose questions about how to teach this skill more effectively. bit.ly/4dRAQOF
June 27, 2025 at 1:05 PM
In this article, the author uses the categories in a previously developed rubric to reflect on their own piecemeal work on synthesis and pose questions about how to teach this skill more effectively. bit.ly/4dRAQOF
In this case study, the first of its kind in South Asia, the authors describe the steps the Punjab University Library took to decolonize library practices and offer user-centered initiatives. bit.ly/4kNGqnw
June 24, 2025 at 4:05 PM
In this case study, the first of its kind in South Asia, the authors describe the steps the Punjab University Library took to decolonize library practices and offer user-centered initiatives. bit.ly/4kNGqnw
To continue portal’s 25th anniversary, Editor Ellysa Stern Cahoy interviews long-time Editorial Board member and former Social Media Editor Steven Bell. Steven shares his perspectives on portal’s history, library publishing, and more! bit.ly/3SGkXAU
June 23, 2025 at 1:04 PM
To continue portal’s 25th anniversary, Editor Ellysa Stern Cahoy interviews long-time Editorial Board member and former Social Media Editor Steven Bell. Steven shares his perspectives on portal’s history, library publishing, and more! bit.ly/3SGkXAU
Editorial Board member Karen Kohn and Editor Ellysa Stern Cahoy celebrate Darren Ilett (University of Northern Colorado) for receiving portal‘s 2024 Johns Hopkins University Press Best Article Award! Ilett’s article appears in Vol 24.4. Congratulations to our winner! bit.ly/4kYzi7P
June 19, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Editorial Board member Karen Kohn and Editor Ellysa Stern Cahoy celebrate Darren Ilett (University of Northern Colorado) for receiving portal‘s 2024 Johns Hopkins University Press Best Article Award! Ilett’s article appears in Vol 24.4. Congratulations to our winner! bit.ly/4kYzi7P
portal achieved its sustainability threshold for 2025 through Project MUSE's Subscribe 2 Open initiative! All content published in 2025 will be openly accessible on the Project MUSE platform throughout the calendar year. Read more about it here:
Project MUSE - 25 Years of portal: Libraries and the Academy
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June 18, 2025 at 12:57 PM
portal achieved its sustainability threshold for 2025 through Project MUSE's Subscribe 2 Open initiative! All content published in 2025 will be openly accessible on the Project MUSE platform throughout the calendar year. Read more about it here:
Read about a study that explores copyright law understanding among STEM graduate students at an R1 university. Interviews show confusion between copyright and plagiarism, and gaps in awareness regarding ownership of created materials. bit.ly/4izdPRn
June 17, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Read about a study that explores copyright law understanding among STEM graduate students at an R1 university. Interviews show confusion between copyright and plagiarism, and gaps in awareness regarding ownership of created materials. bit.ly/4izdPRn