Using Government Research to Uncover the History of the Bicycle

Every year since 1990, bicycle enthusiasts have converged from around the world for the International Cycle History Conference (ICHC), where papers are presented on all aspects of cycle history and culture. Few controversies are more important to this group than that surrounding the invention of the “boneshaker,” that is, the original bicycle of the mid-19th …

Ellis Library Open 24/5

You may, or may not know, that Ellis Library is open 24/5 every week, except for holidays, breaks, and extended hours during Finals. From Sunday to Thursday, enjoy studying in Ellis Library 24 hours a day. On Friday the library is open 12am – 8pm and Saturday from 9am – 5pm. Make sure you bring …

Celebrating Black Stories at Mizzou Libraries

This month we are appreciating all the wonderful works by Black creators showcasing Black stories. We asked our Mizzou Librarians what stories they’d recommend and we got a lot. Below are a few of what was recommended and available at Mizzou Libraries. You can view the full list here. The Broken Earth Triology by N.K. …

New Ebooks at the Health Sciences Library

Below are a few of the books we’ve recently to our online collection. Have a purchase recommendation? You can request a book for your teaching or research using this form. Red Book atlas of pediatric infectious diseases The fifth edition of this best-selling Red Book® image companion aids in the diagnosis and treatment of more than …

Countdown to Finals: Take a Break

You made it and we couldn’t be prouder. To help get you through the finals week finish line, we have some virtual study breaks for you to try. Send a Pet Gram!- Feeling stressed? Need a pick me up or know someone else who needs a a dose of serotonin? Send yourself, a friend, a coworker, …

New Ebooks at the Heath Sciences Library

Below are a few of the books we’ve recently to our online collection. Have a purchase recommendation? You can request a book for your teaching or research using this form. PeriAnesthesia Nursing Core Curriculum E-Book : Preprocedure, Phase I and Phase II PACU Nursing Prepare to succeed on the CPAN®and CAPA®exams with this authoritative guide from …

Books to Celebrate Disability Culture Month at Mizzou

Mizzou began a tradition of celebrating Disability Culture Month, formerly Celebrate Ability Week, every September! Learn about how Mizzou is growing its understanding of disability with our Future is Accessible website, and learn about our rich history of inclusion with our Disability History at Mizzou timeline! Below are a few we have available for check out. …

National Hispanic Heritage Month Book Recommendations

September 15th – October 15th is National Hispanic Heritage Month. To celebrate at Mizzou Libraries, we’ve curated a list of books with the help of Mizzou’s Association of Latin@ American Students,  the Cambio Center, and some faculty from the School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. Thank you to these groups for taking the time to …

Books to Celebrate Pride Month

June is Pride Month and to help celebrate this month of love and acceptance, here are some books available at Mizzou Libraries that tell stories of triumphs and struggles of the LGBTQ community. These are just a few recommendations, so be sure to search the library catalog to see what else we have. Have book recommendation? Let …

Arab American Heritage from R-Z

In case you missed it, April is Arab American Heritage Month! We’ve put together an A-Z list of music, books, poetry and more to celebrate Arab heritage in the United States. Read the first part of this series and join Mizzou Libraries in supporting Arab American voices. – Rachel Brekhus, Melissa Fayad & Sireen Abayazid …