Author Gregg Hecimovich to discuss his biography of Hannah Crafts, first African American woman novelist, Feb. 8

Vanderbilt alumnus and author Gregg Hecimovich will discuss his acclaimed biography, The Life and Times of Hannah Crafts: The True Story of The Bondwoman’s Narrative, at the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries on Thursday, Feb. 8.

"The Life and Times of Hannah Crafts: The True Story of The Bondswoman's Narrative," Book discussion and signing with author Gregg Hecimovich, Thursday, Feb. 8, 4:30 p.m., Central Library Community Room

With focus on students, Science and Engineering Library opens up main floor

The Sarah Shannon Stevenson Science and Engineering Library has reconfigured its physical space to be more conducive for students to gather. The library has relocated all books from its main floor to the Reading Room, freeing up more than 3,400 square feet of space for studying and collaboration. 

The Science and Engineering Library has relocated its book collection to the Reading Room, freeing up more than 3,400 square feet of space on the main floor. (Vanderbilt University)

Digital Lab at Heard Libraries seeks faculty projects to fund in 2024; application deadline extended to April 5

The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries’ Digital Lab is in search of nascent digital projects to sponsor during the spring and summer of 2024. Vanderbilt faculty members who have projects or project ideas requiring digital technology, or who are looking to develop a proof of concept to attract larger funding opportunities, are encouraged to apply.

New law library textbook lending program aims to help students with financial need

A new program launching at the Alyne Queener Massey Law Library in January will enable Vanderbilt Law School students to borrow essential textbooks for the full length of a semester and help alleviate some of the costs associated with attending law school.

Law Library Exterior

Dom Flemons Collection at Heard Libraries offers ‘treasure trove’ for scholars exploring African American influences on roots music

The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries have acquired the personal collection of Dom Flemons, a Grammy Award-winning songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and cultural historian whose music and research have brought greater awareness… Keep reading

Refugee journeys illuminated: A look at Vanderbilt’s partnership with nonprofit NICE

Vanderbilt recently supported the Nashville International Center for Empowerment’s “Nicest Night in Nashville,” an event celebrating immigrant and refugee communities while raising funds for housing, employment, education and other resources for newly… Keep reading

New V150 portrait series now on display across the Heard Libraries

A new portrait series that celebrates noteworthy Vanderbilt University community members is now on display in multiple locations across the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries. V150: The Many Faces of… Keep reading

Interdisciplinary team develops open-access computer programming course for high school teachers

A new modular, open-access curriculum that is part of the LIVE (Learning Incubator: a Vanderbilt Endeavor) initiative is expanding the ability of high school teachers to use technology in learning…. Keep reading