Monthly Archives: December 2023

Catalog Updates Coming in January 2024

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This fall the NYU Division of Libraries has been working on a system migration project to better support our online catalog and the materials we can offer our users.

The migration will be complete in early January and released on January 8th, 2024.

Here’s What to Expect

The catalog interface will look and feel very similar but will include a few big updates & features:

  • A large percentage of articles NYU subscribes to will now be findable in the catalog. You’ll be able to search for books, journals, articles, and more in one location.
    • The EBSCO Discovery (EDS) article search tool on the Articles & Databases page will be retired in summer 2024.
  • Saved items will be managed directly in the catalog system. No more having to go to the external eShelf tool.
  • Streamlined requesting process. Make Interlibrary Loan requests from within the catalog for items that aren’t available at NYU.
  • We’ll be moving away from the “BobCat” branding for the catalog.

The tools we use behind the scenes will be all new and will help our staff better manage our millions of items.

Important! Borrowing & Requesting Changes for Dec. 2023 & Jan. 2024

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Due to system migration, there are changes to borrowing and request services during December 2023 and January 2024.

Important Service Changes

  • Fri. Dec. 15 – last day to place an Interlibrary Loan request. We recommend requesting ILL services as early as possible to accommodate your research needs.
  • Fri. Dec. 22 – last day to borrow and return library materials at the circulation desk, and renew eligible items online. Self-checkout will be unavailable after 5:00 PM. Any changes made to your Library Account or the status of borrowed or returned items after this date will not be reflected until January.
  • Fri. Dec. 22, 2023 – Wed. Jan 3, 2024
    • The circulation desk will close at 5:00 PM on Dec. 22 and reopen on Jan. 3, 2024.  Visit our hours page for details.
    • Book drops will be available if you wish to return items but items will not be checked in until the system migration is completed in early January. Any fines accrued during this period will be waived when these items are returned.

Should you have any questions and concerns, please contact shanghai.circulation@nyu.edu so that we can work with you individually.

Roary’s Tip: You Wouldn’t Believe it! This Room Beats Them All!

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Got some exciting news to share!  We found out the top stars among our group study rooms through data analysis. 

Which room do you think takes the top spot?

Does the biggest one always win?

Or maybe the small cozy ones get more likes?

Let’s see the rankings together!

No.5 W510

No.4 W509

No.3 N513

No.2 N511

No.1 N512

Our group study rooms have become amazing places where we can learn and have a great time together. Come on in and feel free to dive into your studies, share your ideas, and create a warm atmosphere of friendship and knowledge!