University of Pittsburgh Library System

From February 9 - April 29 , Hillman Library is conducting a study to understand how the recently renovated spaces are being used and how well they support student needs. During regular library hours, trained student observers may be present in public areas of the library. They will quietly record general information such as space occupancy, types of activities, and use of furniture or amenities....more

Join us April 6-10, 2026, for a week of faculty talks, makerspace activities, exhibits, and other events showcasing how astronomy has shaped our understanding of the universe, from early observations of the night sky to modern discoveries. 

For a schedule of events and more information visit:
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Join curator and Japanese and Korean Studies Librarian Hiroyuki Good on Friday, March 27, 2026 from 11-11:30 am at the Hyland Gallery on the third floor of Hillman Library to learn more about the exhibit Chūshingura: Musha-e and Kabuki-e! The exhibit explores the Akō Incident (1701–1703), in which 47 rōnin avenged their lord Asano Takumi no Kami after he was forced to commit seppuku for attacking Kira Kōzukenosuke in Edo Castle....more 

In celebration of the 2026 Love Data week, the Urban Studies Program and the ULS organized an original map creation competition. You can explore the dynamic intersection of information and geography in the exhibit on the second floor of Hillman Library revealing how charts, themes, and interactive layers transform raw numbers into compelling stories, guiding visitors through various themes and trends....more

Join us on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 from 1-3 p.m. on the ground floor of Hillman Library for a study break! Stop by to de-stress with study break activities, including building blocks and puzzles. 

Celebrate the opening of the Sharon G. Flake Papers with a panel on the impact of her work, remarks from Flake, Q&A, and a chance to view materials on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 from 4-5:40 p.m. at Hillman Library, 3rd floor, Archives & Special Collections Instruction Room. ...RSVP and more

The 3MT competition celebrates the exciting research conducted by Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) and Doctor of Juridical Science (SJD) students. Competitors vie for prizes as they explain their research in just three minutes. Monday, April 6, 2026 from noon - 2 p.m. at Hillman Library, Third Floor, Archives & Special Collections Instruction Room, Room 340.