Category Archives: Facility announcements

Against the Odds: Making a Difference in Global Health

Posted on October 18, 2019 by Laura Abate

The Himmelfarb Library and the SMHS Office of Diversity and Inclusion will be hosting the National Library of Medicine (NLM) exhibit:  Against the Odds: Making a Difference in Global Health. Per the National Library of Medicine, Against the Odds: Making a Difference in … Continue reading →

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Work in progress

Posted on June 13, 2019 by Laura Abate

Please excuse any disruptions as some areas of the library receive new carpeting and furniture.  All work should be completed by July 1. Thank you!   Image citation: Davis, A. (2016) Lego Construction [Online image].  Retrieved from: https://www.flickr.com/photos/aaron_davis/29523964221/

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New Scanner @ Himmelfarb!

Posted on February 13, 2019 by Laura Abate

A new Scannx book scanner is available at Himmelfarb Library, located right by the Circulation Desk and Writing Center. Along with placing flat item documents on the flat bed, the Scannx Book ScanCenter allows dual sided sheet-feed scanning of documents in black … Continue reading →

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Library Flood – B1 Level (Updated 2/7)

Posted on February 4, 2019 by Laura Abate

We’re sorry to share the news that the B1 Level of the library was flooded on Friday and Saturday.   The flood occurred in the book stacks area and some books were damaged.  Here’s what you need to know: Himmelfarb Library’s … Continue reading →

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Himmelfarb Closed on Sunday 8/12/18

Posted on August 9, 2018 by gwumclib

Because of the expected protest and rally activity impacting the Foggy Bottom Campus, the Himmelfarb Library will be among the University buildings closed. Himmelfarb Library will be closed from Saturday August 11 at midnight until 7 a.m. on Monday, Aug. … Continue reading →

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Wipe out your fines – give food for fines!

Posted on May 7, 2018 by gwumclib

Have library fines?  Participate in our Food for Fines Drive! Until May 25th, for every non-perishable item you bring to the Circulation Desk, you can clear a dollar off your fines!  All items will be donated to The Store, a … Continue reading →

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Snow Day – Library Open!

Posted on March 21, 2018 by gwumclib

Himmelfarb Library is open for use today, Wednesday, March 21. Reference librarians are available via email and chat until 5 p.m.; if you need assistance, ask us!

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Get your favorite computer!

Posted on August 9, 2017 by gwumclib

Do you have a favorite computer in Himmelfarb’s third floor computer lab? Wondering if it’s available for you to use right now? Check out our new online availability checker to see how many computers are currently available for use. You … Continue reading →

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Construction updates

Posted on July 9, 2017 by gwumclib

Himmelfarb Library’s elevator will be replaced from September 11 through November 29, 2017. This project means that the elevator will be out of service during this period.  The project will also cause some noise disruptions in the library although the … Continue reading →

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Food for Fines!

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Synneva Elthon

Have library fines?  Participate in our Food for Fines Drive! Until May 12th, for every non-perishable item you bring to the Circulation Desk, you can clear a dollar off your fines!  All items will be donated to Bread for the … Continue reading →

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