A new academic year has begun, and we can’t wait to meet you. Below, you’ll find information on all of the Library’s Orientation offerings. Elsewhere on this website, we’ve highlighted resources and services that are useful for both new and returning students, as well as for faculty members and visiting family members.

Big Red Welcome Fest

Ho Plaza
August 18: 11 a.m.—2 p.m.
August 19:  10 a.m.—1 p.m.

Visit our tent on Ho Plaza and get the inside scoop on all our offerings and services, plus a map and guide to our locations, and much more!

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FAMILY TOURS AND EVENTS

Introduction to Academic Library Research

Uris Library Classroom
August 19 and 20 : 10—11 a.m.

Start off the academic year strong with this introduction to Cornell University Library. This workshop will explore the wealth of resources and research assistance available to you in an academic library to help you make the most of your first year at Cornell!

Mann Library Tour

Departing from Mann Lobby; 45 mins.
August 18 and 19: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, and 1 p.m.

Come on our library tour to find out the top 10 things you need to know about Mann Library as an incoming student, including an overview of our amazing study spaces (including 24/7 spaces, individual and group study rooms, and our new sensory study space). You’ll also learn about how to find books in the stacks (what is the Library of Congress classification system anyway?) and why you should always bring your Cornell ID with you to the library.

Olin and Uris Open House

August 18 : 1:30—3:30 p.m.
August 19: 9:30—11:30 a.m.

An essential part of the Orientation experience, our open house will introduce new Cornellians to the vital academic resources found at the heart of central campus on the Arts Quad. Grab a self-directed guide from the plaza between Olin and Uris Library (at Olin Lobby during inclement weather) and explore our iconic spaces while learning about resources and services available to you at Olin and Uris Libraries! Library staff will be available at each location to answer your questions, and share tips and tricks for navigating your first year on campus.

Rare and Manuscript Collections (RMC) Tour

2B Kroch Library (enter through Olin Library); 30 mins.
August 18: 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
August 19: 11 a.m.

Visit the research facilities of Cornell University Library’s principal repository of rare books, manuscripts, and archival materials! See highlights from our extraordinary collections, and learn more about our research, instruction, and outreach services for undergraduate students while enjoying our current exhibition in the Hirshland Gallery, Black Print: African American Writing.