Missouri campus library summer updates
Posted: July 31, 2025
Welcoming New and Returning Students: A Strong Start to the Semester
A new semester brings fresh energy to campus, and this year, we’re excited to welcome new faculty, staff, and students, while also reconnecting with returning members of our University-wide family.
The library team has been actively engaging across campus to ensure everyone feels supported from day one. Here are a few highlights:
- Information Fair: We kicked off the semester by participating in the campus-wide Information Fair, where we met incoming biomedical, dental, and KCOM students. Our welcome table offered key resources, answered common questions, and introduced students to the wide range of library services available to help them thrive.
- Library Open House: The Library also hosted an Open House for KCOM and MOSDOH students. Students and their families explored library spaces, met our team, and learned about the tools and support we offer. It was a great opportunity for both new and returning community members to connect with us and discover how we can support their academic journey.
- New Additions at the Library to Kick Off the Semester!
We’ve added 2 more treadmill desks, bringing our total to four, to help you stay active while you study or work. Additionally, a new interactive computer panel (TV screen) has been installed in the main floor group study room, offering a more dynamic and collaborative space for group projects and presentations. Stop by to check out these new additions, and remember: we are here to support your success and well-being. - Leisure Reading and Whole-Person Wellness: Take a break and recharge! The library offers leisure reading, from fiction and nonfiction to magazines. Find a cozy spot, pick up a good book, and enjoy a moment of relaxation. For more, stop by or explore our whole person and leisure reading guide.
- Meet Your Library Staff: We’re here to help! Whether you need research assistance, help accessing resources, or just a friendly face in a quiet space, the library team is ready to support you.
- Layla Kayed – Access Services Specialist: Layla is one of the first people you’ll see during the evenings and weekends at the library. She’s here to assist with checking out materials, navigating library spaces, and answering your general questions. Join us in giving Layla, a warm welcome to the library.
