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Introducing our new Special Collections Librarian

Isis Brockman, the new Special Collections Librarian, brings a rich background in libraries and education. Excited to share history through unique collections, she values community engagement and appreciates discovering new materials in her role.

Shape the Future of UTSA Libraries: Share Your Feedback and Win Big!

From March 17 to April 11, UTSA students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to participate in the biannual LibQUAL+ survey, offering an opportunity to share valuable feedback on the UTSA Libraries' services.

Faculty Teaching in the Archives Grants for Academic Year 2025-2026

UTSA Special Collections Faculty Teaching in the Archives (FTIA) Grants are aimed at instructors who wish to enhance or create undergraduate or graduate courses using unique materials from Special Collections. These grants support the development of innovative primary source assignments and projects for students. UTSA’s manuscript and rare book collections are well suited for teaching […]

Stock Show and Rodeo: 1953

February has arrived and so has the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo.  Following are some photographs of an early Stock Show and Rodeo from 1953.  All of these images come from the San Antonio Light Photograph Collection.

Congratulations, Restaurant Mixtli!

Congratulations to the Mixtli team for earning a Michelin Star—UTSA Special Collections is proud to support their research and menu development!

UTSA Libraries announces 2024-25 Adopt-a-Free-Textbook grant recipients

UTSA Libraries has announced the recipients of its 2024-2025 Adopt-a-Free Textbook grants, which aim to save students nearly $240,000 by adopting, adapting, or creating free and low-cost course materials. The 13 awardees span disciplines like Russian, education, history, and environmental science. Since 2016, the program has saved students over $12 million, advancing affordability and inclusivity in education. Faculty projects include using Open Educational Resources (OER), no-cost materials, and custom-designed resources to enhance access and reduce costs for students.

CEDISH Hosts Roundtable on Documenting LGBTQ+ Oral Histories and Community Archives

UTSA’s CEDISH will host a roundtable on November 21 to discuss preserving LGBTQ+ voices through oral histories, featuring scholars and librarians sharing insights on ethical practices in community archiving.

UTSA’s Mexican Cookbook Collection joins Google’s digital cultural revolution

UTSA's Mexican Cookbook Collection joins Google Arts & Culture's Latino Heritage exhibit, showcasing rare cookbooks and recipes.

Mexican American Studies professor talks music and empowerment

UTSA Libraries' Pizza & Research event features Rachel Yvonne Cruz exploring music’s role in challenging patriarchy, sexism, and colonialism through her personal and academic journey.

Celebrating the flavor of memories through Mexican cuisine

As part of its Hispanic Heritage Month observance, UTSA Libraries will host its annual Ven a Comer celebration, honoring the rich history of Mexican culinary traditions, with a particular focus on the Mexican Cookbook Collection.

UTSA Libraries offers helpful resources for the new semester

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 — Students at UTSA are finding exciting new resources at UTSA Libraries this semester, enhancing their learning and collaboration experiences. From cutting-edge tech gear available for borrowing to the new Librarian Lab, the UTSA Libraries is key to supporting students in their academic journey.

Update on Preserving and Digitizing the Institute of Texan Cultures’ Audiovisual Collections

From October 2022 to August 2024, I have been processing a large collection of audiovisual materials created and collected by the Institute of Texan Cultures, and held by UTSA Special Collections in the Institute of Texan Cultures Audiovisual Production Department Records. The collection included a large variety of audiovisual formats, including 16mm and 35mm film, […]