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Cornell Reunion 2026 visitors will find plenty to explore at Mann Library, from conversations about books and reading to exhibits highlighting efforts to address Earth’s biodiversity crisis. Throughout Reunion weekend, Mann will offer a variety of programs and experiences designed to reconnect alumni with the library while showcasing current collections, research, and public engagement initiatives. Big Red Reads Reunion Gathering On Friday, June 5, from 2-3pm, Cornell University Library will host a special in-person gathering...

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From all your friends at Mann Library: Congratulations to the Cornell Class of 2026, and best wishes for a wonderful Commencement Weekend! We hope all graduates enjoy celebrating this significant milestone with family, friends, and the Cornell community.   A few reminders about library services and hours as we approach the holiday weekend: Mann Library will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday weekend. We will close at 5:00pm on Friday, May 22, and reopen...

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Now that classes have ended, it’s time for final papers, projects, and exams – and we’re here to help you finish strong. Mann Library will offer extended hours throughout study week and finals to support your studying, writing, and research needs.   Whether you’re settling in for a long writing session, meeting up with a study group, or just looking for a focused place to get things done, we hope the library can be a...

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As final projects, papers, and exams ramp up, Cornell University Library is once again offering Finals Focus: Settle In & Study, structured study sessions designed to help students stay productive, supported, and energized during one of the busiest weeks of the semester.   Hosted in partnership with the Learning Strategies Center and the Knight Writing Centers, Finals Focus combines focused Pomodoro-style study blocks with intentional breaks to help participants maintain momentum without burning out. Throughout...

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Mann Library will host the Sustainable Honors Thesis Symposium on Friday, April 24, from 1:00–4:00pm in Mann Room 102. The event will feature Cornell seniors presenting their honors thesis research on sustainability, climate, and environmental issues.   Join us for an engaging afternoon of student scholarship, highlighting innovative research and creative approaches to some of today’s most pressing ecological challenges. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from and connect with student researchers as they...

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Join us for the opening celebration of Cornell University Library’s From the Brink exhibitions at Mann Library Thursday, April 16, 4:00–6:00pm Let’s celebrate the opening of Cornell University Library’s From the Brink exhibitions at Mann Library on Thursday, April 16:  Last Call: Bird Decline and the Threat of Extinction, a collaboration with the Macaulay Library at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the Cornell Museum of Vertebrates Keeping Common Birds Common: Birds and Habitat in Cornell Botanic Gardens and Beyond, a collaboration with wildlife photographer...

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Cornell University Library invites the campus and local community to participate in Art + Feminism 2026, part of a global Wikimedia initiative to address information gaps on Wikipedia and Wikidata. This year, in addition to opportunities to edit Wikipedia, Cornell University Library is hosting a panel discussion about this year’s theme — We need feminist data to tell feminist stories. Help close the gender gap on Wikipedia!   Event Schedule Community Data Activism: Art, Feminism,...

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Spring Break is a great chance to rest, recharge, and take a well-deserved pause in the semester. For those who plan to spend some time at the library studying, working on projects, or just enjoying some free time, Mann Library will remain open with reduced hours beginning Friday, March 27.   Spring Break hours will be: Friday, March 27: 8am – 5pm Saturday, March 28: 1 – 5pm Sunday, March 29: CLOSED Monday, March 30...

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Patrons exploring the stacks at Mann Library may have noticed something new recently: updated signage designed to make navigating the library’s physical collections easier and more intuitive.   The new signs highlight subject areas, call number ranges, and unique images from Mann Library’s collections. Together, these elements help users quickly see what kinds of topics are in each section of the stacks, making it easier to browse and discover materials they might not have searched...

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Need a creative break? Cornell University Library is pleased to announce a new Create & Connect Friday series hosted by Mann Library for the Cornell campus community.   On the third Friday of every month for the rest of the semester, from 2:00-4:00pm, you’ll find us in the CALS Zone. We’ll have supplies on hand for a variety of crafts and media (e.g. drawing, watercolors, felting and other textile arts, zine making, and more). For...

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