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Save the date for Love Data Week Feb 9-13 at Ablah Library

…collection through storage and preservation. University Libraries invites students, faculty and staff to attend a series of events Feb. 9-13, online or in-person at Ablah Library. Join livestreamed interactive webinars from the presenting institutions and make binary code bracelets.

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/01/22/save-the-date-for-love-data-week-feb-9-13-at-university-libraries/

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Maintenance causing hot water outage at Clinton, Ablah Library

Due to routine maintenance, Clinton Hall and Ablah Library will not have hot water until Friday, July 22. For more information, contact Andrew Clem at 316-978-7904.

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/07/19/maintenance-causing-hot-water-outage-at-clinton-ablah-library/

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New Prohibition Era exhibit featured at Ablah Library

A new exhibit by Kerry Majher, Wichita State NASA program coordinator, is currently being featured at the Ablah Library. The exhibit, “Spirited Away: Prohibition in Kansas” details Prohibition in Kansas, which took place from 1881-1948. This exhibit is part of an independent study for Majher’s museum studies certificate program under the director of her…

https://news.wichita.edu/2022/08/22/new-prohibiton-exhibit-featured-at-ablah-library/

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Earn $1,000 for using the library, attend info sessions on the Library Research Award

Want to earn $1,000 for your research or creative projects? Attend a Library Research Award informational session, each in 225 Ablah Library, to find out how — even if your project isn’t finished application deadline. 4:30-5:15 p.m. Wednesday, March 26 4:30-5:15 p.m. Tuesday, April 1 Noon-12:45 p.m. Tuesday, April 8 University Libraries will guide you…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/03/13/earn-1000-for-using-the-library-attend-info-sessions-on-the-library-research-award/

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Earn $1,000 for using the library; attend info session on the Library Research Award

Want to earn $1,000 for your research or creative projects? Attend the Library Research Award informational session at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31 in 125C Ablah Library, Learning Center, to find out how — even if your project isn’t finished application deadline. Instructors will guide you through the simple application process, share tips for your essay and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/01/24/earn-1000-for-using-the-library-attend-info-session-on-the-library-research-award/

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Shockers can participate in Ablah Library photography contest

University Libraries invites Shockers to participate in the WSU Library Photography Contest. It is accepting photo submissions of Ablah Library until March 31 as it celebrates the 35th anniversary of the addition. Showcase your creativity for a chance to win prizes, including a $300 cash gift card, Shocker Dining meal vouchers, a Shocker Sports Grill and…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/03/15/shockers-can-participate-in-ablah-library-photography-contest/

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Learn more about WSU’s Ablah Library during scheduled tours

Want to discover the secrets of the library? Join University Libraries for a tour of Ablah Library at noon Friday, Jan. 26 or at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 30. Discover the Digital Scholars Commons, a hub for cutting-edge digital resources, the 24-Hour Study Room for anytime productivity and the captivating VR Zone transforming the learning experience. And attend …

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/01/17/learn-more-about-wsus-ablah-library-during-scheduled-tours/

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2010 Retiree Reflections - Wanda Kraus-S

Wanda Kraus-Seal library assistant III, Ablah Library, Academic Affairs and Research When Wanda Kraus-Seal arrived at Wichita State in 1975, the Ablah Library and circulation department checked every book out on a card manually. Kraus-Seal worked as a data entry equipment operator in the circulation department of the Ablah Library, entering library fines and…

https://www.wichita.edu/services/humanresources/Organizational_Development/serviceawards_legacy/serviceawards-legacy/2010Ceremonies/RetireeReflections/WandaKrausSeal.php

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Edible Book Festival hosted at Ablah Library

…Libraries. Participants will get to create a culinary masterpiece based on their favorite literature. The event will start at 11 a.m. Monday, April 3 on the first floor of the Ablah Library. The deadline to sign up is Friday, March 31. Win prizes from Shocker Athletics, Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes, AMC Theater, Doo Dah Diner, and more.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/10/edible-book-festival-hosted-at-ablah-library/

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Edible Book Festival hosted at Ablah Library

…Libraries. Participants will get to create a culinary masterpiece based on their favorite literature. The event will start at 11 a.m. Monday, April 3 on the first floor of the Ablah Library. The deadline to sign up is Friday, March 31. Win prizes from Shocker Athletics, Shocker Sports Grill and Lanes, AMC Theater, Doo Dah Diner, and more.

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/09/edible-book-festival-at-ablah-library/

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Library tour to showcase newest library technologies and spaces

Come look at the new and exciting spaces in Ablah Library from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 20. Tour the remodeled 24-hour study room. Peek inside the new Focus Rooms. Look at the One-Button Studio used for video recording. Play in the VR Zone. Try the Lightboard Studio. Learn what software is available to create multi-media projects. We will also look at…

https://news.wichita.edu/2021/08/16/library-tour-to-showcase-newest-library-technologies-and-spaces/

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Attend Library Research Award ceremony May 7

Join University Libraries for the Library Research Awards ceremony and reception from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 7 in the Ablah Library Digital Scholars Commons. The library will honor the winners of the Library Research Award: Jay Russell and Elizabeth Madden. Help celebrate these students for their outstanding use of library resources, technology, staff…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/05/05/attend-library-research-award-ceremony-may-7/

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Help your students (and yourself) with PAWS & Relax at the library

Stop by Ablah Library for PAWS & Relax, an event hosted by Student Success and University Libraries, from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, May 7 on the first floor of Ablah Library. Therapy dogs will be on-site to offer a calm and friendly break as the campus prepares for the end of the semester. Take a moment to visit — or encourage your students to stop by for a…

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/23/help-your-students-and-yourself-with-paws-relax-at-the-library/

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Meet the winners of the Library Research Award

Meet the winners of the Library Research Award at a celebration event at 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 6 in the Digital Scholar Commons of Ablah Library. One undergraduate and one graduate student have written an essay showing exemplary scholarship and creativity through effective research strategies and demonstrated use of resources, including collections,…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/27/meet-the-winners-of-the-library-research-award/

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Have a treat to celebrate National Library Week on April 22

It’s National Library Week. Join University Libraries for a sweet treat from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 22 at Ablah Library, to celebrate libraries and the communities that make them great. National Library Week, April 19-25, is an annual time to highlight all the ways libraries benefit individuals and communities alike. Not only do libraries provide…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/04/17/have-a-treat-to-celebrate-national-library-week-on-april-22/

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Upcoming parking lot closures at Woolsey, Ablah

Parking lots at Woolsey Hall and Ablah Library will have limited availability throughout the week. ADA spaces are always open outside of lot reservations. Woolsey Hall’s parking lot, lot 41, will be closed Tuesday. The lot will also be closed Wednesday and Thursday mornings for multiple events, but it will reopen for faculty, staff and visitors in the…

https://news.wichita.edu/2023/03/20/upcoming-parking-lot-closures/

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Celebrate National Library Week with sweet treats

Stop by the Ablah Library from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 9 for a sweet treat in honor of National Library Week. Swing by, grab a snack and celebrate the week.

https://news.wichita.edu/2025/04/04/celebrate-national-library-week-with-sweet-treats/

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Students can attend Procrastination Prevention Night at the library March 25

…and stress levels rise, many students are feeling the academic pressure. Encourage them to attend Procrastination Prevention Night from 6 p.m. to midnight Wednesday, March 25 at Ablah Library for the support they need to stay on track and finish the semester strong. The night features librarians, success coaches, tutoring sessions, arts and crafts, games…

https://news.wichita.edu/2026/03/23/students-can-attend-procrastination-prevention-night-at-the-library-march-25/

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Join University Libraries in celebrating Library Research Award winners

University Libraries is excited to announce that from 3 to 4 p.m. May 1 at Ablah Library, it will honor the winners of the Library Research Award: Talha, Lauren, Taylor and Marcell. Please join in honoring these students for their outstanding use of library resources, technology, staff and spaces to support their research efforts. Your attendance and support…

https://news.wichita.edu/2024/04/24/join-university-libraries-in-celebrating-library-research-award-winners/