As a resource for WiLS members, we are creating a compendium of makerspaces among our member libraries. The purpose is to help facilitate the sharing of valuable information as libraries plan for, create, and improve their maker spaces, programs, and outreach. If you have a makerspace in your organization, large or small, please share your… READ MORE
Eleven U.S. colleges and universities that partnered with Rice University-based nonprofit publisher OpenStax last summer to encourage the use of freely available learning materials expect to save their students nearly $17.4 million on textbook and materials costs in the coming academic year. Most of the projected savings — $10.7 million — are a result of… READ MORE
WiLS is excited to announce a partnership with HeinOnline. HeinOnline is a premier online database containing more than 156 million pages and 200,000 titles of legal history and government documents in a fully searchable, image-based format. HeinOnline bridges the gap in historical research by providing comprehensive coverage from inception of more than 2,500 law-related periodicals…. READ MORE
It’s a great resource used by a lot of WiLS members. If you’d like to try it for free, fill out this form! Infobase has also lowered the price on the amazing Feature Films for Education! Prices are now 35% to 40% lower. Six-month subscriptions are also available. If you’re interested to try it or… READ MORE
Save up to 35% on Bloomsbury Digital Resources! Bloomsbury Digital Resources is pleased to present an opportunity for WiLS members to save up to 35% on some resources through summer and fall. Regular hosting fees will apply. Contact Jeff Brunner (brunnerj@wils.org) for a price quote. Berg Fashion Library: Winner of the Dartmouth Medal, Berg Fashion Library… READ MORE