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TXST Libraries selected to serve in cohort that defines AI literacy in postsecondary education

Texas State’s University Libraries (UL) will join a cohort of 46 academic institutions across the country for a project that will identify and prioritize core aspects of Artificial Intelligence (AI) literacy. The effort which was spearheaded by the research and consulting service Ithaka S+R will consider how existing information literacy frameworks can be revised or …

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Federal cuts to TSLAC may mean loss of access to some databases in library collections

Over the past decade, one of the biggest challenges to academic libraries has been finding creative ways to provide access to research database resources within limited budgets. As publishers continue to increase subscription costs, libraries have done their best to maintain access. At Texas State, we have employed a variety of approaches from negotiating customized …

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Open Education Week

Library grant opportunity announced for Open Education Week

Happy Open Education Week! University Libraries non-monetary grant application in support of Open Education is now open.  The openTXST grant is an opportunity for faculty and staff to get support as they transform their projects or courses into experiences based on Open Educational Resources (OER). Applications are currently being accepted through Friday, April 18th. Consideration …

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Explore our Zine collection in the new Special Collections & Archives Reading Room!

Are you familiar with Zines? Did you know the Alkek Library has a collection of them? In short, a zine is a self-published magazine by one person or artist or a collective and usually expresses some opinion that may not be the mainstream opinion. The Alkek collection of Zines has now moved into a new …

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Digital Learning Summit 2025

Attend virtual THECB Digital Learning Summit from Alkek

The Division of Digital Learning at the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) is excited to invite you to the third Digital Learning Summit!  This free, virtual event, which is being streamed for Texas State faculty and staff in Alkek 452, takes place on February 11-12 and focuses on Choosing Agility: Adapting to a New …

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Lunchtime Learning

Library Lunchtime Learning faculty workshops return for spring semester!

Our faculty Lunchtime Learning online events are back for the spring semester with all new workshops including many faculty-requested topics. So grab your lunch, hop on Zoom and learn something with us! We will have sessions each Tuesday Jan. 28-Apr. 15 from 12:30-1:30 pm. and a special Thursday session during Open Education Week. Check out …

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TXST Datathon 2025

Register for 2025 TXST Open Datathon today!

Official registration is now open for 2025 TXST Open Datathon.  We invite you to join us! The 2025 TXST Open Datathon encourages participants to leverage open data for insights that drive effective decision-making and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration by sharing data and project outcomes with the TXST community. Please read the full program information to learn more …

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Forgotten Ones: The Transfer Student & the Library

Imagine it’s August again. The once empty parking lots are filling up with bright-eyed teens fresh from summer vacation. Everywhere you turn, there are events for first-year students from tabling to tours. Imagine it is your first semester back to school as well. You feel the same anxious feelings about finding your classes and where …

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TXST Datathon 2025

The University Libraries invites students to participate in 2025 TXST Open Datathon 

In celebration of Love Data Week 2025, Texas State University Libraries is excited to host the second annual TXST Open Datathon from Feb. 7-14, 2025! Join us in this global celebration of data, observed each year during the week of Valentine’s Day, and dive into an interactive week dedicated to discovering, applying, and presenting open …

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TXST Datathon 2025

Judges needed for 2025 TXST Open Datathon!

Texas State University Libraries (UL) invites all faculty and research staff to join us as judges for the 2025 TXST Open Datathon! This annual event promises to be an engaging exploration into the data world right here at Texas State.  Event Overview At the Open Datathon, student participants will tackle real-world data challenges using open-access datasets …

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