Welcome to the 2026 Sino-Foreign Joint Venture University Library & APBSLG Conference

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We are excited to announce the launch of the official website for the 2026 Sino-Foreign Joint Venture University Library & APBSLG Conference (Oct 21-23, 2026), hosted by the NYU Shanghai Library.

Under the theme “Radical Resilience, Visible Impact: Cultivating the Library of Tomorrow,” the conference serves as a vital platform for library professionals to imagine, design, and lead the evolution of libraries within the future academic landscape. By supporting this joint initiative, sponsors will gain direct engagement with a network of influential decision-makers and forward-thinking leaders dedicated to driving measurable impact in global higher education.

Conference Itinerary at a Glance

October 21 (Afternoon)
Registration
Library Tour
Closed-Door Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Business School Librarians Group

October 22
Keynote Speeches
Breakout Session Presentations

October 23 (Morning)
Workshops

Currently, you can explore the Conference Introduction, Call for Proposals, Logistics & Contact pages. Additional content will be added in the coming months as conference planning progresses. We encourage you to visit the conference website regularly for the latest updates, including the conference program, keynote speakers, and other important announcements.

We look forward to welcoming you to NYU Shanghai for an engaging and inspiring conference.

North 6 Library F Area Maintenance Notice (July 25-August 21)

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The Library 6th Floor F Area will undergo overnight maintenance July 25-August 21, 10:00 PM-7:00 AM.

Although the work will take place overnight, some noise may be noticeable. If you need a quieter study environment, we recommend using other areas of the library during this period.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we complete these improvements.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at shanghai.circulation@nyu.edu

🦖 Libroary Thursdays:You Made It Through the Semester — Celebrate with Roary & Say Thank You 🦕

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Students, faculty, staff—you all survived the semester. Now it’s time to take a break together.

Join Roary for a relaxed afternoon of snacks, games, and good company. No agenda. No assignments. Just a chance to pause, connect, and celebrate.

📍 What’s Happening:

  • 🎯 Ring Toss: Test your aim. Win a Roary prize
  • 📸 Photo Spot: Grab a prop and take photo at your favorite library spots.
  • 🖨️ Free Instant Photos:  Take one home. Or leave it on our memory wall.
  • 💬 Message Wall: Shout out a student, thank a professor/staff, or leave a survival tip or graduation message.
  • 🍪 Library friendly snacks

📅 When: Thursday, May 14 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Library
✅ Last Check-in: 1:45 PM

Drop by for a few minutes or stay longer. Roary’s waiting.

Roary’s Tip – Capture your Best Semester Memories at the Library!

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You’ve officially made it through! To celebrate, we’ve identified special photo spots all around the library. Whether it’s a selfie with Roary or a group shot with your study space, come capture your favorite library moments!

📸 How to join the fun:

  • Snap & Explore: Take photos around the library anytime during the next two weeks.Join the event on May 14 and enjoy fun photo props available at the booth!
  • Send your photo to Roary’s WeChat for printing!

💡 Photo Specification:

  • Photos must be taken in or about the library (think: your favorite study space, library activities, or cool facilities).
  • The photo paper aspect ratio is 3:2. Feel free to crop your photos to 3:2 in advance to ensure your favorite details aren’t cut off!
  • Submitted photos may be printed in advance and displayed at the event.

Prefer privacy? No problem! You can choose to print your photo on-site during the event instead (please note there may be a short wait).

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us! shanghai.library@nyu.ed

Join us to break “Ask Roary” at Libroary Thursdays

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Ever wondered if an AI could help you at 2:00 AM? Ask Roary, our AI chatbot designed to answer your quick library questions instantly!

Whether you need to know where the printers are or how many books you can borrow, Roary has the answers. But can you break it? Can you stump it? This Thursday, we invite you to put Roary to the test.

Event Details

🎁 Prizes & Fun
Every participant who finishes the challenge gets a chance to twist the dial and win exclusive Roary prizes.

💡 Pro-Tip:
Access “Ask Roary” on our website: library.shanghai.nyu.edu/aal
Start with Roary for quick answers. Go deeper with a Librarian for research success.
See you there, and bring your toughest questions!

EBSCO E-reader Transition: Adobe Digital Editions to Thorium

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Starting April 14, the EBSCO e-reader will transition from Adobe Digital Editions (ADE) to Thorium Reader as the default application for downloading EBSCO ebooks.

There will be no service interruption. Beginning April 14, you’ll be guided to use Thorium when downloading eBooks. If you already have books checked out in ADE, don’t worry. You can continue reading them there until your loan period ends.

Thorium is a modern, easy-to-use reader that’s actively maintained, offering a smoother and more reliable experience for offline reading.

Watch the video to see how to open and read your downloaded EBSCO eBooks using Thorium.

For assistance, feel free to reach out to shanghai.librarian@nyu.edu.

Sign Up for the Presentation Bootcamp

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RSVP Saturday, April 18 | 11:45am-6:00pm | Room W507 

This Presentation Bootcamp will help you in both your academic and professional future. The day includes 4 workshops that will help you prepare for upcoming presentations by leading you through interactive tasks designed to:

  • Improve your slide design and focus
  • Organize your presentation and provide clear verbal cues to the audience
  • Refine your professional gestures and effective use of visual aids
  • Enhance your vocal expressiveness to keep your audience engaged and to highlight your points

Lunch will be included and you’ll receive a certificate at the end of the bootcamp!

Welcome to Love Data Week 2026!

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Join NYU Shanghai Library and NYU Data Services to celebrate international Love Data Week with a series of events, February 9-13. This year’s theme is “Where’s the Data?” and invites us to think about different phases of the data journey from collection to preservation.

As part of the celebration, the NYU Shanghai Library is hosting a workshop “Financial Data and Where to Find Them,” led by Business Librarian Henry Huang. The workshop will introduce methods for searching, accessing, and understanding datasets at different levels.

Date and Time
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 6:00–7:00 PM CST

Location
W507, Active Learning Classroom, West Building

RSVP: https://engage.shanghai.nyu.edu/event/12060789

Toolkit for Academic Success Workshop Series of Spring 2026

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The Library, Writing Program and English for Academic Purposes Program collaboratively offer Toolkit for Academic Success workshops. These sessions are specifically designed to help you master the foundational academic skills for success in core classes and beyond, and applicable to most students across different majors.

While these workshops are especially helpful for first-year students, they are open to all students who want to sharpen their academic edge.

Scan through the topics and see if what you like and RSVP on the Engage.

Most workshops will be at W507 Active Learning Classroom except special notification.

Save on Textbooks with TextbookForward Spring 2026!

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Participate in the TextbookForward “Borrow a Textbook” programme this spring to get your textbook, save your money, and also help the environment!

TextbookForward is made possible through the generous donations of NYU Shanghai community members who pass on their gently used textbooks to the library, allowing future students to benefit from reusing them.

How to Take Part
All NYU Shanghai students can borrow up to two textbooks from TextbookForward on a first-come, first-served basis starting from January 19, after priority access to EmpowerU students ends. 

Dates & Hours: Jan 19 & 20 | 12 PM – 4 PM: Visit our Borrowing Table at the Library
Jan 21 – 29: Visit the Library Circulation Desk during opening hours

Important Tips: 
Browse the Available Textbooks List in advance to see what’s in stock in real time
Verify your borrowed textbooks at the Academic Affairs Textbooks Distribution Sessions to have related book fees waived from your bursar account.
Check the TextbookForward webpage for more info and updates.

What’s New This Spring?
With the successful pilot in Fall 2025 and thoughtful responses to the Borrower Experience Survey, we’ve made several improvements based directly on student feedback. Thank you for telling us what matters to you! 

More Books Each Student Can Borrow
Last semester, students could borrow 1 book per person. This semester, we have decided to offer up to 2 textbooks per student to help you save more on textbook fees. 
Earlier Access & Extended Borrowing Period
To make borrowing more convenient, we are opening the programme to all students earlier in the semester, with longer tabling hours and extended borrowing periods.
Expanded Catalog Through Community Donations
Thanks to generous donations from fellow community members, our textbook collection has grown with a few new titles this semester. Your contributions help make textbooks accessible to your peers.

FAQ
Q: Can I join every semester?
A: Yes, you can participate each semester if you meet the eligibility and lending guidelines. 
Q: How are textbooks selected for the TextbookForward program?
A: TextbookForward is a donation-based collection, so availability depends on the materials we receive. As a result, we cannot guarantee that all required textbooks will be available. 
Q: How to apply for the EmpowerU program to receive priority access?
A: To apply, please contact the Center for Student Belonging at shanghai.belonging@nyu.edu. They can provide details about eligibility, program benefits, and the application process. EmpowerU is a first-generation student support program that consolidates existing resources under one name, with a renewed focus on self-awareness, student voice, and community care.

Important Update: Upcoming Changes to Library User Account History

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To better protect user privacy and align with current data privacy standards, NYU Libraries will be updating how long completed borrowing and fine records remain visible in your library account.

What is Changing?
Starting January 7, 2026, once a loan is completed (returned) or a fine is paid or waived, the record will remain visible in your library account for 30 days. After that, the records will be removed and anonymized, so they are no longer linked to personal identifiers, such as your name and NetID.

Impact on Your Account
You may soon notice that older loans and closed fines no longer appear under the “My Library Account” section. Please note that using library account history to track research activity is not recommended under widely recognized privacy best practices.

How to Save Your Borrowing History
If you regularly review or export your borrowing history, we recommend saving any records you wish to keep for personal reference before January 7, 2026.

To Export Your Borrowing History:

  • Log in to your Library Account
  • Navigate to the Loans tab
  • Select Previous and Historic Loans
  • Use the “…” menu to select your preferred format, such as Print, Email, Endnote, Refworks, Excel, or RIS

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at shanghai.circulation@nyu.edu.

Roary’s Tip – Quick Refresher: How to Use the Save My Spot Locker Properly

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We understand that during finals, seats are especially precious, and unattended items are becoming more common.

When you encounter items occupying the seats you need, please feel free to use our Save My Spot lockers as long as they follow the Respectful Item Removal Guidelines.

We really appreciate students who help keep study spaces available for everyone and maintain a fair and respectful study environment by using seats responsibly.

(Save My Spot Lockers, N6 Library E)

To ensure you have the best experience when using ‘Save My Spot’, please check out this introduction video:

Step 1: Scan

Scan the desk QR code to confirm the seat is not reserved.

Step 2: Record

Take a photo of the unattended items.

Step 3: Store

Scan the locker QR code → 

Select Deposit → upload the photo → place items inside.

Please avoid placing your personal belongings inside. If you need assistance collecting valuables, please contact library staff during our opening hours.