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What's behind that paywall?

Paywalls are all over our lives and there’s something more than money that they require.

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UTA Libraries Staff Spotlight: Chloé Bennett

As you walk into Chloé Bennett's office at the UTA Central Library, you first notice her warm smile and personality matching her willingness to…

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Student Voices: Embracing Open Educational Resources at UTA

This post highlights UTA's OER Department's transformative educational approach, championing inclusivity and innovation. It's a call for…

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UTA Libraries Staff Spotlight: Ralph Castro

Ralph Castro views each day as a gift, sharing the joy he has with each person he meets as a member of the UTA Libraries' Library Systems and…

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We Heart Data: Love Data Week and Sharing What We Love

Join us in loving data and embracing our nerdery! Share what you love!

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Public Domain Day 2024: Here Comes Steamboat Willie!

A look at some of the intellectual property which entered the public domain on January 1!

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UTA Libraries Employee Spotlight: Angela Morse

As the Assistant Director of Acquisitions, Angela Morse works to ensure that the offerings at UTA Libraries meet the educational needs of its…

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Staff Spotlight: Sandra Navarro

Ensuring that resources are in the right place and accessible is how Sandra Navarro describes her role at UTA Libraries. In November, Sandra…

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Educational Goals

The start of the new year makes us take an inward look at oneself and contemplating a personal change. Whether that is to lose weight, get…

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Dreams Realized

Returning to the classroom after a long absence can be challenging for professionals who have established themselves in their careers. Barriers…

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Free Digital Project Platforms

This post in our Open @ UTA Libraries blog series covers free digital project platforms and tools available online for student, faculty, and staff…

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Staff Spotlight: Rachel Clark

Making history accessible is how Rachel Clark describes her job at UTA Libraries. Rachel joined the Special Collections Department staff in…