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2026 open access week

October 19 - 25 is Open Access Week

Every year, International Open Access Week highlights the benefits of transitioning research to Open Access (OA). Explore resources curated by librarian Scott to learn more about UST’s collective efforts to promote accessible, community-driven scholarly publishing.
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Sunday Study Night

Join us Sunday October 18th, in OSF Library 108 anytime from 7pm to 9pm for a cozy space to study and prepare for the week ahead! We'll have free pizza, snacks, drinks, and research help available throughout the evening!
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Dr. Nataša Dragović on the Professor Podcast

Join Professor Nataša Dragović as she discusses her interdisciplinary research using mathematical models to study opinion dynamics, elections, polarization, and human behavior with St. Thomas student and podcast host, Sarah. 
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Therapy Rabbits at OSF

Join us for Therapy Pets at O'Shaughnessy-Frey Library on Thursday, October 22nd anytime between 6 pm and 8 pm to meet therapy rabbits! Bunnies are accompanied by their friendly humans, and are specially trained to be gentle and comfortable around new people.
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Celebrate Banned Books Week

Celebrate Banned Books Week with librarian Amanda's curated list of streaming films that explore both non fiction documentaries and also new and vintage movies adapted from banned books. Watch free from anywhere with your St. Thomas ID and password. 
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Ireland Library: Game Night

Join us on Friday October 23rd at Ireland Library for a night of fun, food, and friendly competition! From 5:30pm to 9:30 pm bring a snack or pot luck dish to share and we'll have free pizza and games! Can't wait to see you!