Library News & Events

Library News

Printing your resume at the library?
1. Make sure you have Retriever Dollars.
Add them online at campuscard.umbc.edu:
Click 'Add Funds to Your Retriever Card'
Sign in to myUMBC
Click on Guest Deposit (the $ will show up faster)
Note: You must make a minimum $10 deposit with your credit/debit card. Only Retriever Dollars can be used for printing (not Flex).
Got cash? Add it to your Retriever Card at the Commons Information Center.

2. Add your document to the print queue.
Go to mobileprint.umbc.edu, sign in with your UMBC credentials*, and upload the file(s). You can adjust print settings such as color/B&W, double/single-sided, and quantity.

*Your username is everything before the @ in your campus email.

3. Release your job at the printer.
There are two ways to print your file:
Option A: Log in with your UMBC credentials at a print kiosk on the 1st floor and swipe your campus card. (Your username is everything before @ in your campus email.)
- Option B: Scan the QR code on the printer and then click 'print' at the bottom of the page. Pro-tip: if there is no print button, close the mobileprint tab and scan again.
Where are the printers?
There are printers on the 1st floor, 2nd floor by elevators and behind 259, 7th floor, and in the Retriever Learning Center. (And also in the Commons.)

How much is printing?
It’s $0.10 per B&W page and $0.70 per color page.

Who do I go to for help?
If it’s a problem with your Retriever Dollars, contact Campus Card at 443-612-2273 or in UC 112.

If it’s a problem with the printers, logging in, or another issue, visit the Research Help or Circulation desk.
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AOK Spring Semester Hours

The library will be open the following schedule during spring semester:

Monday–Thursday 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Sunday 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM

The RLC and atrium are open 24/7 with Retriever Card swipe.
Please note: the library follows all campus closures and will be closed on Sunday and Monday, January 25-26, due to inclement weather. You will still be able to swipe in to the atrium and RLC. Stay warm and safe this weekend!

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Winter at Albin O. Kuhn Library and Gallery

January Building Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8 AM - 8 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: 12 PM - 7 PM
We are closed on all campus holidays.

The Circulation Desk is open during all building hours.

January Research Help Hours
Chat: Monday - Friday, 10 AM - 5 PM
Research Help Desk: Monday - Friday, 10 AM - 3 PM

Visit this link to chat with a librarian and this link to make a research appointment!

January Spaces and Services
Study Rooms: All study rooms are available in January. Visit this link to reserve a space. We also have open rooms on floors 2 and 4-7.

Lockers: Lockers are available for daily or semester-long checkout. Applications are no longer required! Visit the Circulation Desk to check out the key for a locker.

Chargers and equipment: Laptops, calculators, headphones, chargers, and A/V equipment are all available to be checked out from the Circulation Desk in January.

Digital Media Lab: Equipment can be retrieved from the Circulation Desk. You can also place a request for select models. Recording spaces are available by appointment.

Special Collections Reading Room: The Reading Room is open by appointment during Winter Session.

Gallery: The Library Gallery is closed during Winter Session while the spring exhibit is installed.

Spring semester hours will begin on January 26, 2026.

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Chargers Available at the Library
Chargers for mobile devices are now available to check out at the library.

What chargers can I borrow?
USB-C Universal Laptop Chargers
MacBook T-pin Chargers
Dell Large Barrel Charger
USB-C to Small HP Barrel Adapter
USB-C to Large HP Barrel Adapter
USB-C Phone and Tablet Chargers
Micro-USB Phone and Tablet Chargers
Apple Lightning Phone and Tablet Chargers

What are the borrowing rules?
Current students, faculty, and staff can borrow
Loan period is 7 hours
Available on a first-come, first-served basis
I don't see the type of charger I need. Where can I suggest other types?
Email circlib-group@umbc.edu
So, I don't have to check out a whole Chromebook bag for a charger?
Nope! These are new chargers that check out on their own.
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Visit the Digital Media Lab
The DML offers free equipment loans, two recording spaces, and Mac editing stations.

What kind of equipment do you have?
Quite a few models of DSLRs plus tripods, audio recorders, camcorders, mini-projectors, and DVD drives (among others). Find a full list and details on our website under "Equipment that can be checked out."

Unless you request an item, everything is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

How do I request an item for pickup at the Circulation desk?
It's pretty easy! Visit this website and click on what you want, then sign in with your myUMBC credentials and click "Request from UMBC."

Note: when you request an item, you enter a queue for the next available one.

What new equipment have you added?
Glad you asked. We've now got:
Aaxa P6 projectors with built-in streaming apps
Two-person Rode podcast kits with USB connection and optional crane arms
Four-person Rode podcast kit with USB connection and optional crane arms
Note: the podcast kit bags are bulky

How do I book time in the Whisper Room or A/V Room?
On our website under Spaces, choose the room and click "Reserve this Space." You need to book the room at least 24 hours in advance (walk-ups are fine if no one reserved it).

FYI, the Whisper Room only fits one person!

Do I need a reservation to use a Mac?
Nope, no reservation needed. You must use headphones and we may restrict conversations if someone is recording. The Macs have Adobe CC, Final Cut Pro, Audacity, Garage Band, and other standard software. One has a flatbed scanner that can process slide negatives.

How do I find you?
It can be tricky! We're in room 216H on the second floor, next to the Honors College.

From the elevators: turn left and go until you see a bunch of double doors on your right. Pass through those doors and continue straight. We've got a digital sign outside our door.

Can I bring my class or student org to tour the DML?
Absolutely! Please reach out to circlib-group@umbc.edu and staff will coordinate your visit.
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Upcoming Events

Accessing Newspaper Sources at UMBC

Date: Monday February 23rd at 12:00pm

Summary: The Library provides access to a wide variety of newspaper sources through online databases, in print, and even microfilm. This microworkshop will quickly review all the methods for accessing...

How to Write a STEM Literature Review (Advanced)

Date: Tuesday February 24th at 12:00pm

Summary: Is writing the literature review a stumbling block? This workshop will help you to learn how to begin and advance your literature review, and how to connect your ideas to the literature in the field.

Listening Session on AI & Higher Education

Date: Wednesday February 25th at 12:00pm

Summary: Have you been seeing more announcements or emails related to AI tools or usage on campus? Do you have questions regarding the recent guidelines that were shared on the use of artificial...

Skills for Graduate Students: Advanced Research Strategies

Date: Thursday February 26th at 12:00pm

Summary: This workshop is designed for graduate students who want to take their literature and database searching skills to the next level. Participants will learn how to build effective,...