The AUS Library, in collaboration with the Emirates Literature Foundation, recently hosted a series of compelling Author Talks, bringing together acclaimed international voices and the AUS academic community. These sessions offered a deep dive into...
As part of the AUS Library participation during the Week of Welcome activities, students joined an Escape Room event on Monday, January 12.
Teams worked together to solve puzzles and uncover a spy’s identity, using problem-solving skills and basic...
As part of the Spring 2026 New Students Orientation Program, the AUS library welcomed 69 students across 9 tours held on Monday, Jan 5 (2:30 - 5:00 p.m.) and Tuesday, Jan 6 (3:00 - 5:00 p.m.).
The tours were led by librarians and library staff who...
The library catalog and several related services will be unavailable on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. due to scheduled system upgrades. You may experience a full outage during the early hours of the maintenance, with...
During the final exam period, the AUS Library transformed its Ground Floor Rotunda into a hub of relaxation and creativity, offering students a much-needed break from final exam stress. The initiative featured a range of calming activities including...
Each semester, the library recognizes graduating library student assistants who have worked tirelessly with us to support the AUS community. This semester, we are very pleased to honor four graduating and long-serving students.
During their time with...
At the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair, American University of Sharjah signed a licensing agreement with the Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA). The signing took place in the presence of Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint...
AUS Librarians and the library team participated in the 12th annual Sharjah International Library Conference. Associated with the American Library Association and the Sharjah International Book Fair, librarians from across the globe came together in...
Alanna Ross (Associate University Librarian for Public Services) and Kara Jones (University Librarian) participated in the panel discussion "Digital Literacy Across Disciplines" seminar. Hosted by the Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning (CITL...
On Wednesday, November 12, the AUS Library participated in the Sharakah Reading Festival organized by the Office of Enrollment Management, creating a vibrant Creative Expression Zone for local high school students (Years 10–13).
The festival opened...