June 2026

UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN REPORT
	Letter to the Libraries Congratulations on an incredibly productive year! Every role, every interaction, and every effort contributes to the success of our mission. >> Read more from the vice president for university libraries
FEATURES
	Examining the Evolving Meaning of America’s Birthdays A new exhibit at Robeson Library was created by students in a Rutgers–Camden history course in conjunction with the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary. >> John Powell writes about the opening event
	Celebrating Rutgers Composers Rutgers University Libraries cosponsored a concert of music by composers who have taught and studied at Mason Gross School of the Arts since its inception in 1976. >> Read the story by Bret McCandless
	Engagement Day 2026 Builds Connectedness On Friday, May 22, Rutgers University Libraries faculty and staff gathered at Livingston Student Center for a day of professional development and team building. >> Learn more about the day’s activities
	Special Collections and Digital History Class Collaboration in Camden Jesse Bayker’s digital history class took a deep dive in Special Collections at Robeson Library for a class project commemorating Rutgers University–Camden’s centennial. >> Bart Everts writes about the students’ work with collections in Camden
	New Milestones for Robeson Undergraduate Research Award Robeson Library celebrated the sixth annual Undergraduate Research Award on April 16. There were many firsts celebrated in this award cycle. >> Read Samantha Kannegiser’s report

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