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Countdown to Finals: Study Spaces

By Taira Meadowcroft Posted in Resources and Services

Posted on December 7, 2025December 8, 2025

Before those long hours of studying during finals week, find a study spot at Mizzou Libraries. We have spaces for everyone.

If you prefer silence, check out rooms 201 and 202 in Ellis Library. Check out this Ellis Library floorplan to see all the quiet spots. Journalism also has four private personal study pods on the bottom floor that are first come, first served.

If you don’t prefer complete silence, try the Information Commons (or the first main floor of Ellis Library). Or the Bookmark Café on the ground floor for coffee and conversation. You can always take a look at the Ellis Library sensory map to find the best study space for you.

We also have maps that help you search by type of seating by floor in Ellis Library. If you are interested in soft seating vs. tall seating, this is the map for you.

If it’s a group study spot you are searching for, try to reserve one of the group study rooms in either Ellis, Engineering, Health Sciences, or Journalism libraries. They can be reserved for up to two hours for each group. Some also have Solstice monitors to help groups studying together share information with one another. Whatever you need, make sure and plan ahead, as rooms fill up quickly!

Remember, if your program has its own library, be sure to check out those spaces, as they are often designated specifically for you!

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Peer Navigator Corner: The Writing Center’s New Location!

By Kimberly Moeller Posted in Ellis Library Resources and Services Staff news

Posted on December 2, 2025December 5, 2025

Written by: Mekenzie Moffet

Did you know the Writing Center has officially moved to Ellis Library? Many students aren’t aware of this change, but it’s a great update. Now it’s easier than ever to get help with both writing and research in one place.

The Writing Center is an incredible resource for students who need support with essays, research papers, writing cover letters, or any other kind of writing project. Whether you’re just getting started and needing an outline or putting on the final touches, the Writing Center staff can help you strengthen your writing and build confidence in your work.

In the past, the Writing Center was located in the University of Missouri’s Student Success Center, with additional writing tutors located on the first floor of Ellis Library just above the cafe. This summer, the Writing Center officially moved to its new home inside Ellis Library, Room 115, just to the right of the North entrance, making it even more convenient to get both writing and research help when you’re already in the library studying.

You can drop-in for quick feedback or schedule a one-on-one appointment with a writing tutor. Make an appointment here: https://writingcenter.missouri.edu/

One major advantage of the new Ellis location is that writing help and research support are now in the same place. Since research consultations often also happen in 115 Ellis, you can get help with both your research and writing in a single visit. You’ll also be surrounded by study spaces, quiet reading areas, and plenty of academic resources.

So the next time you’re working on a paper, make an appointment or simply stop by Room 115 and make the most of this great campus resource.

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Peer Navigator Corner: Skip the Paywall – Access Newspaper Articles

By Kimberly Moeller Posted in Ellis Library Journalism Library Resources and Services

Posted on November 18, 2025October 28, 2025

Written by: Isabella Bickhaus

Almost every time I click to read an interesting news article on my phone or laptop, I’m blocked by a paywall. Although I know how to use the library to find academic articles for free, news articles are a lot trickier. This struggle is one I know other students share.

Looking to get your hands on paper? Physical copies of current newspapers can be found in both Ellis Library and the Journalism Library on campus. In room 114 on the north wall, Ellis currently stocks these newspaper and magazine titles:

Catholic Worker	Columbia Daily Tribune
Columbia Missourian	Education Week
Die Zeit	Footwear News
Kansas City Star	London Review of Books
New York Times	New Yorks Times Book Review
Pensions and Investments	Public Citizen News
St. Louis Post-Dispatch	Three Penny Review
Times Literary Supplement	Wall Street Journal
Wall Street Journal Magazine

Above these shelves are QR codes that provide access to digital versions of some listed newspapers, requiring an MU login. These items cannot be checked out, but there is no limit to in-library use. As tempting as it might be to fill out the crossword puzzles, please also refrain from writing on library copies! The Journalism Library stocks many of the same titles in front of its checkout desk.

If you’re looking for historical newspapers, the ProQuest Historical Newspapers digital database offers full-image copies of ten major historical newspapers. This database spans from 1850s New York Times articles all the way up to Kansas City Call articles from 2010. With over a century of articles, there are a myriad of topics to read about, like privateering in the Civil War, attending the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair, and organizing the 1984 LA Olympics. It is easy to narrow your search by date, article type, publication, and more. To learn how to find this database and other resources, check out this page “How Do I Find?” linked on the library’s home page.

To access current newspaper articles, one option for students is Factiva. This database provides access to global, national, and regional news articles from the past two weeks in 28 languages. The layout of this site is more like an academic database site and less like a general-use newspaper website. Because of this, ProQuest has provided a LibGuide on how to successfully navigate Factiva.

Still can’t get your hands on the article you want? Check out this guide from the Journalism Library for more resources. The new browser extension for MU students called Lean Library may also help you skip the paywall. You can also always ask for help either through the Libraries chat, via email, or by scheduling a quick consultation!

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Overview of Recent University of Missouri Publications in Medicine and Related Fields: October 2025

By Taira Meadowcroft Posted in J. Otto Lottes Health Sciences Library Resources and Services

Posted on November 17, 2025

Each month we provide an overview of University of Missouri School of Medicine faculty-authored articles in medicine and related fields as well as a featured article with the highest journal impact factor.

This month’s featured article, “Elesclomol-copper therapy improves neurodevelopment in two children with Menkes disease” was co-authored by Dr. Michael Petris of the Department of Ophthalmology. The article was published in Journal of Clinical Investigation (impact factor of 13.6 in 2024).

See the list of publications in medicine and related fields we retrieved for this month: https://library.muhealth.org/facpubmonthlyresult/?Month=October&Year=2025

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Peer Navigator Corner: Library Events & Opportunities

By Kimberly Moeller Posted in Resources and Services Uncategorized

Posted on November 11, 2025November 24, 2025

Written by: Allison Boedges

Did you know that this semester Ellis Library hosted a dine and draft event, where food was provided for English 1000 students working on writing assignments? The Libraries often host more than just books and study rooms – there are constantly events happening and groups meeting. Let’s take a look at some of these groups!

The Campus Writing Center:
New to Ellis this year, the Libraries are happy to host our Campus Writing Center in room 115 on the first floor! This is a new location for the writing tutors (they used to be just above the café), and includes more opportunities for drop in writing and research consultations. The Writing Center offers writing help for any subject or any reason. From an outline to a final check, the tutors at the Writing Center are happy to help make your writing the best it can be! More information is available at https://writingcenter.missouri.edu/appointments/.

Workshops and Webinars:
Workshops and Webinars are often hosted in the library covering a diverse number of topics on library functionality, resources, and research processes. Recent topics have included AI tools, writing literature reviews, and new functionality of library resources. These are open to everyone and more information is available at https://libraryguides.missouri.edu/workshops. If you are unable to attend a workshop, or are interested in one that has already occurred, you can view recordings of previous workshops at https://libraryguides.missouri.edu/learn/workshop-recordings.

Silent Reading Book Club:
A no-pressure student club for all students to bring a book of their choice and enjoy reading alongside others. The group meets in Ellis room 114A from 4-5 p.m. about twice a month. Find more information at https://engage.missouri.edu/libraries/rsvp_boot?id=442555. All readers are welcome!

BYOBook Club:
Bring Your Own Book Club (BYOBook Club) is another low-pressure option for readers who are looking for conversation and community. Choose any book that relates to the monthly theme (or even one that doesn’t! and join other students in room 114A from 4-5 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month to discuss the plot, author, writing, and more. This is a great way to find new authors or books, relax, and meet new people. More information available at https://engage.missouri.edu/libraries/rsvp_boot?id=440066.

The library is always busy: from crafts and coloring to writing and research, there are events for everyone. Themes range from art exhibits, research events, and other fun activities designed to help students unwind each week. Stay up to date by following the Mizzou Libraries on Instagram, checking out upcoming events through the MU Libraries events calendar and by searching for the MU Libraries on MU Engage.

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Special Spaces in Mizzou Libraries: Health Sciences Library Quiet Room

By Taira Meadowcroft Posted in J. Otto Lottes Health Sciences Library Resources and Services

Posted on November 6, 2025November 6, 2025

Located outside of the Health Sciences Library, in the small hallway by the elevators, is the library quiet room.

This room was created during our library renovation as a private space that anyone can use. The quiet room locks from the inside and can be used for meditation, lactation, prayer, or as a quiet space to be by yourself.

There is no key. If the room is unoccupied, it’s free for use.

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