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Freedman Center for Digital Scholarship Closes July 1 for Updates to Technology and Layout
The Freedman Center for Digital Scholarship in Kelvin Smith Library will close on July 1 and reopen for the Fall 2025 semester with a new layout, upgraded technology, and new services for the campus community. During this period of transition, some specialized services will be unavailable; KSL’s…
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Prints from John James Audubon's Birds of America on Exhibit
John James Audubon’s Birds of America is a landmark work in ornithological illustration, first published between 1827 and 1838. It is renowned for the life-sized prints that detail nearly 435 species of American birds, making it a treasure trove for both art enthusiasts and bird lovers. In…
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New library services platform launches today
CWRU Libraries have transitioned to a new library services platform (LSP). Beginning today (June 23), the search interface for all libraries features a modernized interface with an enhanced user experience to improve search and discovery of library resources. This migration is in collaboration with…
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Kelvin Smith Library introduces AI-powered research assistant
Kelvin Smith Library will introduce Scite, an AI-powered research assistant specifically tailored to Case Western Reserve University students, faculty and staff. Scite empowers researchers by helping overcome writer's block, facilitating quick revisions, and offering customizable citation styles in…
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KSL Collection featured on national library magazine cover!
The June 2025 issue of College and Research Libraries News (C&RL News), the official newsmagazine and publication record of the Association of College & Research Libraries, featured "Porch Scene," a digitized image from CWRU’s Digital Case, on its cover. This striking image is a part of…
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KSL introduces Scite AI Research Assistant
The Kelvin Smith Library (KSL) at Case Western Reserve University is excited to introduce Scite, an AI-powered research assistant specifically tailored for students, faculty, and staff at research universities. Scite enhances research capabilities by offering unparalleled access to scholarly…
Research Impact Challenge
Participate in the Research Impact Challenge!
Enhance the visibility of your scholarship by participating in the Research Impact Challenge Graduate and Professional students are invited to join Kelvin Smith Library for the Research Impact Challenge, a weeklong series of emailed activities to help you take control of your online scholarly…
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Library Services for our new Alumni - Class of 2025!
Congratulations Class of 2025! Check out some library resources that can help you into the future: CWRU Alumni Library Accounts Kelvin Smith Library and the Case Alumni Association currently collaborate to fund an offering of resources for your personal lifelong learning. As a graduate of…
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Check out these KSL hidden gems!
KSL librarians share five hidden gem resources they wish more people knew about! 1. You can ask KSL anytime. With the library’s new 24/7 chat service, you can access real-time help from librarians around the clock. 2. You can enjoy free access to The New York Times. Members of the…
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Celebrate Legacy Week!
The Case Western Reserve University Archives collects, preserves, and makes available for use the permanently valuable records of Case Western Reserve University and its predecessor institutions. This Legacy Week, Archivists have selected materials from the collection for display that showcase past…