Pages to Paths

A Celebration of Our Libraries

Pages to Paths

Love Library South on a cloudy day

Pages to Paths reflects the evolution of research libraries as dynamic institutions powered by expertise. It embodies the journey from preserving the written word to creating pathways of opportunity, where individuals and communities connect with skilled archivists, librarians, information professionals, and data experts to effect transformational encounters with information. 

Pages to Paths honors the legacy of research libraries and embraces the vital work of those who guide us toward new ways of learning, collaborating, and innovating.

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Upcoming Events

trophy-3(vote-rewards) Fall 202580 YearsLove Library Opened to Students
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Love South
trophy-star-1(vote-rewards) Fall 202550 YearsLove North Opened
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Love North
trophy-2(vote-rewards) September 202520 YearsCenter for Digital Research
in the Humanities (CDRH) was established
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Adele Hall Learning Commons
badge-number-one-1(vote-rewards) January 202610 YearsAdele Hall Learning Commons Opened
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Dinsdale Family Learning Commons
medal-2(vote-rewards) January 20265 YearsDinsdale Family Learning Commons Opened

Yummmm, NOM!

Every celebration calls for delicious food and drinks. Join us for some specially themed beverages and treats as we celebrate our anniversaries.

 

Pages to Paths Mocktails

Rooted in place, mixed for momentum - these non-alcoholic originals toast the pages that brought us here and the paths we're charting next.

  • Love Tonic: Bright, botanical refreshment inspired by Nebraska's flagship library.
  • Learning Collins: Citrus-forward twist on a classic, crafted for curious minds.
  • Digital Libre: Effervescent cola and lime with a digital-age spirit.
  • Nebrazerac: Layered, grounded, and a little defiant—this spirit-free classic reimagines tradition with a Nebraska twist.

View a PDF version of the Recipes

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Did someone say ice cream?

The mere mention of Dairy Store ice cream is enough to spark anyone's curiosity. This uniquely crafted flavor is truly the coffee bean on top!

  • UNL Libraries Latte Crunch 
    Coffee Ice Cream, Chocolate Chips, Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans
    Allergens: Dairy, Wheat, Soy

Visit the Dairy Store Website

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Join the Libraries on a journey to meet the evolving needs of the University’s students, faculty and staff with updated spaces, services, collections, and technology. 

“If we expect to have a future, we need to preserve our past, the past is embodied by the library.”

Jan Walkenhorst (UNL, 1974)

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