August 2026

UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN REPORT
	Letter to the Libraries It’s been a full year since our reorganization took effect, and that is worth celebrating. >> Read more from the vice president for university libraries
FEATURES
	Ying Zhang Begins Role as AUL for Rutgers–New Brunswick Zhang, who started August 10, comes to Rutgers from the University of Central Florida Libraries. >> Read the announcement on the Rutgers University Libraries website
	Virtual Poster Presentations from State of the Libraries 2026 Eleven video presentations provided a glimpse into the diverse work of Rutgers University Libraries faculty, staff, and student employees. >> View video titles, descriptions, and links
	Introducing the LibKey Nomad Browser Extension LibKey Nomad links you directly to scholarly articles and ebooks available through Rutgers University Libraries, even when you begin your research on an external website. >> Read the report by Elizabeth York
	Solve the Rutgers University Libraries Crossword Put your clue-solving skills and knowledge of the Libraries to the test with this puzzle by Stephen Bacchetta. >> Learn about Bacchetta’s hobby and attempt the puzzle

DEPARTMENTS
	Faculty and Staff News A variety of personnel-related updates, including individual achievements, arrivals, and departures. >> Read Faculty and Staff News
	Need to Know Key organization-wide information, important procedural changes, and upcoming action items. >> Read Need to Know
	Seen and Heard News and social media mentions, publications, presentations, and podcasts. >> Read Seen and Heard