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Discovering CMU Libraries' Services for Your Academic Success

In a 2023 student library survey, CMU Libraries’ services received high satisfaction rates, with 93.1% of respondents expressing their contentment.

Blog Posted September 19, 2023

Unveiling the Library Collections: Your Gateway to Academic Success

The CMU Libraries are committed to providing you with the materials you need to thrive in your courses. In a 2023 library survey of CMU students, an overwhelming 94.7% of students expressed confidence in the library’s ability to support their academic success through our collections.

Blog Posted September 13, 2023

Enhancing your college experience: Maximizing the benefits of your university libraries

The library can be your most valuable ally in achieving academic success and personal growth. The library is an essential resource that offers many services to enhance your learning experiences. 95.4% overall satisfaction with the CMU Libraries.

Blog Posted September 05, 2023

August 2023: Website updates

Throughout August, the Digital Strategy Team worked on updates and improvements to the website, its user interface and outward appearance.

Blog Posted September 01, 2023

2023-24 Libraries Student Employees Scholarships Recipients

The University Libraries awarded scholarships to ten library student employees for the 2023-24 academic year.

Blog Posted August 29, 2023

Should I use the Common App?

Is the Common Application the best choice for your college application? It could save you time if you're applying to several colleges. But sometimes, the college's own application is the best option. Read more to find out why.

Blog Posted August 28, 2023

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8 tips for choosing a college with an undecided major

Deciding where to go to college and what to study is a big decision. Take these 8 things into consideration while deciding where to go when you aren’t sure what you want to study.

Blog Posted August 15, 2023

Demystifying the Library: Weeding

Removal of previously purchased and donated volumes from a collection–colloquially called weeding, more formally called deselection—is an important part of a library’s collection maintenance activities.

Blog Posted August 04, 2023

Welcome Elizabeth Heitsch!

Welcome Elizabeth Heitsch to CMU Libraries starting. Elizabeth is the new reference and instruction librarian for the Health Professions.

Blog Posted July 26, 2023

July 20, 2023: Website updates

July's website updates focused on changes that provide additional related content to our audience.

Blog Posted July 20, 2023

Changes to the FAFSA: What you need to know now

The FAFSA Simplification Act actually does simplify the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form. For most people, it will go from more than 100 questions down to 36. Here's the latest information on how the revised FAFSA rules will affect you.

Blog Posted November 16, 2023

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Why major in early childhood education?

What is early childhood education, and why is it important? Explore the education, career paths and job prospects of an early childhood educator.

Blog Posted July 11, 2023

7 tips on how to transition from high school to college

The transition from high school to college marks the beginning of newfound independence, endless possibilities and incredible personal growth. Read more for eight tips to help you make a smooth transition, make the most of your college experience and set the foundation for a successful future.

Blog Posted June 30, 2023