We are pleased to announce the results of the TextbookForward Logo Contest! Launched earlier this semester, this campus-wide competition invited students to design the official visual identity for our new textbook donation and lending initiative, a partnership between the Library and Student Affairs.

We received 12 creative and thoughtful submissions, each showcasing the unique imagination and talent of our student community.

To ensure a fair and well-rounded selection, the final results were determined by a 50/50 combination of:

• Judges’ Scores (50%): Evaluated by our expert panel for design excellence and conceptual strength.
• Community Votes (50%): Decided by 433 votes from students, faculty, and staff.

View the top three placements for Judge’s choice and Community Vote. 

After tallying the combined scores, we are proud to present the results: 

🏆 Grand Prize Winner

Brandon Mao

Congratulations to Brandon! His design earned the highest combined score, resonating strongly with both our community and the judges. After final adjustments and refinement, the logo will be used across TextbookForward marketing materials, signage, digital platforms, and future merchandise.

We would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who participated in this contest. The quality of submissions was impressive, making the final selection a close call. We are delighted to celebrate the efforts of the following designers who helped make this competition a success.

Finalists: Yuan Quan, Saruul Ganbat
Honourable Mentions: Khishigdorj Buyanbadrakh, Stephanie Yip, Ada Lian, Ella Shen, Wendy Lin
Participation Prize: Shunqi Wang, Liushan Yin, Yiran Sang, Mingjia Wang

💬 Thank You to Our Community

We extend our heartfelt thanks to every designer who submitted a design, every member of the community who voted, and all judges who dedicated their time and expertise. Your collective effort and creativity have helped give TextbookForward an identity that reflects NYU Shanghai’s values of sustainability, generosity, and academic support.

Stay tuned as we roll out the new logo and continue to develop the TextbookForward textbook donation and lending program across campus.

For questions, please contact shanghai.reserves@nyu.edu.

Dear NYU Shanghai Community,

Cast your vote in the TextbookForward Logo Contest and help us choose the design that best represents this student-centered initiative led by the Library and Student Affairs, promoting affordability and sustainability on our campus.

Vote by 6pm on Friday November 14th, 2025 to enter into a lucky draw for one of twenty cafeteria vouchers worth ¥25 each. It is a win-win: help shape an emerging campus program and maybe enjoy a free meal.

EBSCO has announced that all EBSCOhost and EBSCO Discovery Service (EDS) profiles will be automatically migrated to a new user interface (UI) on August 5, 2025. This change is part of a system-wide update across all EBSCO platforms.

Key Information for Users

• Automatic Transition
  The update will take place automatically on August 5. No action is required from users.
• Updated Interface
  According to EBSCO, the new interface is intended to be more streamlined and intuitive. Users may notice changes in layout, navigation, and search features.
• Support and Training Resources
  EBSCO has provided tutorials, getting-started guides, and best practices on their support site: EBSCO Connect.

Need Help?
If you have questions or run into issues after the update, please contact the library. We’ll do our best to assist or direct you to the appropriate support resources.