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| Serving students, faculty, scholars and members of the community, the University Libraries is an essential tool for learning, culture and research. The Libraries' collections total over 7 million catalogued volumes, an equal number of microform volumes, several million items in other formats, and more than 50,000 serial titles. Thanks to private support, the University Libraries is recognized as one of the premier research libraries in North America. A gift to the University Libraries truly strengthens the quality of the whole University. Make a gift to one of the following funds: Libraries 21st Century Fund: a fund that provides support for activities, projects and programs with the objective of enhancing the overall excellence of the Libraries, including collections, services, lecturers and publications, as determined by the Dean of University Libraries. Friends of the Libraries: a fund to support events, activities, programs, collections and library needs as determined by the Friends of the Libraries Student Employee Scholarship Program: students employed by the University Libraries are eligible for this annual award, which may be used for tuition, books or other educational costs A specific Library An existing endowment An endowment is a permanent fund, often named for the donor or other individual. Distributions from an endowment support the purpose or program chosen by the donor. Click for a complete list of over two dozen Libraries funds |
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Open access to information is one of the central issues of our age and the University of Washington Libraries is the gateway to knowledge. Scholars and students of today are more connected globally and technologically than ever before. Today’s leading libraries must deliver accurate, comprehensive information 24 hours a day around the world. In order to maintain our position as an outstanding academic library, we must continue to innovate and look for new opportunities to improve our resources and services. |