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Finals Week at Torreyson Library (Spring 2026)
04/22/2026
Kiran Mufty
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Finals week is here! Check out our extended hours and special events below, plus helpful research links and information about Ollie, our visiting therapy dog.
Finals week LibGuide:
Research Help:
Research Guides
Citation Guides
Ask a Librarian
Book a Research Appointment
Reference Walk-In Hours: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday.
Helpful FAQs:
Does the library have the textbook for my course?
How do I reserve a study room?
What can students check out from the library?
How do I print in the library?
At the end of the semester, when are my checked-out items due?
Meet Ollie!
Ollie is a registered therapy dog with Therapy Dogs International and a Canine Good Citizen with the American Kennel Club. He will be visiting Torreyson Library multiple times this finals week to help you de-stress and recharge. Stop by and say hello!
As you move through finals week, remember that you do not have to do it alone. If you need support, whether it is a quiet study space, research help, or just a safe space to ask questions, the library is happy to help. We are rooting for you!
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Congratulations to Our Graduating Student Workers!
04/21/2026
Phoenix Smithey
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Please join Torreyson Library in celebrating our upcoming student worker graduates! Torreyson Library wishes Kaidyn and Natalie all the best in their future endeavors. Read on to learn a little more about Kaidyn and Natalie!
Name:
Kaidyn Beckwith
Major:
Business Management
Department:
Cataloging
Favorite thing about working in the library:
My favorite thing about working in the library was getting to meet new people.
One new thing you learned from working in the library:
One new thing I learned from working in the library is how to repair books.
Future plans and aspirations:
My future plans are to attend grad school for a master's in Sports Management.
Name:
Natalie Choy
Major:
I am a General Studies major, with two minors in Education for Community Engagement and Special Education.
Department:
I work in the Access Services department at Torreyson Library.
Favorite thing about working in the library:
My favorite thing about working in the library was interacting with UCA students and faculty and helping them find books that they needed. Additionally, I liked shelving books that were brought back from students. I also enjoyed talking to my coworkers and the other student workers at the desk. They made the time working there more enjoyable.
One new thing you learned from working in the library:
One new thing that I learned from working in the library was learning how to be patient with myself when I make a mistake.
Future plans and aspirations:
My future plans are to work in a library, probably at a children’s library. I currently work at the Main Library in Little Rock in the Youth Services department, where I help families, teens, and children. After I graduate, I plan to continue working there. I am also considering getting a Master’s in Library Science.
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Research Hack: Mine Your References!
04/01/2026
Joanna Warren
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Imagine that you are working on a research paper and you find a really great looking article in one of the Library’s databases. As you are reading the article, you notice they mention several other articles that you think may be helpful for your research.
You go to Google to try to find the article online, only to discover that the journal’s publisher wants you to pay for access to the article.
What do you do?
Never fear; the UCA Library is here to help!
If you have a book or article title, it’s easy to see if we have access to it through the Library or if you will need to request it from another library through Interlibrary Loan (ILL).
Let’s say you are looking at the following Reference list and are wanting to find the last article listed here:
From hype to strategy: Navigating the reality of experimental strategic adoption of AI technologies in libraries
."
You can either copy and paste or type the title of the article into the search box on the
UCA Library homepage
and click on the purple “Search” button.  Be sure to put the title in quotes to search for it as a whole phrase.
If the article is available through the Library, you will see a “
View Full Text
” link next to its citation information on the Results screen. Be sure to d
ouble-check that all of the citation information matches the item you are wanting to find. Then, c
lick on this link and then click on it again on the following page to access the article.
While it's often possible to access the full text of articles by following those steps, some publications or publication date ranges are not available through UCA and must be requested from another library. This process can be demonstrated by searching for one of the other articles in the Reference list:  “
Generative
AI
and
ChatGPT
Applications
challenges
and
AI
human
collaboration.
Notice that in this case the article is not listed on the results screen, so you will need to click on
Libraries Worldwide
either in the box asking “
Do you want to expand your search?
” or on the left side of the screen to search for availability through other libraries. On the following screen, click on the title of the article to access a link to place an Interlibrary Loan (ILL) request.
If you are not already logged into MyUCA, you will be asked to log in after you click on the “
Request via Interlibrary Loan
” box. The information for the article will autofill into the ILL request form. Be sure to click on “
Submit request
” at the bottom of the form.
When your article is ready to view and download in your library account, you will receive an email to your UCA email account. Articles requested through interlibrary loan may be available in 1-4 days, with 70% arriving in 24 hours. See the
Interlibrary Loan website
for information and FAQs. For specific information related to ILL requests, email ill@uca.edu.
*Note that you can also manually submit an Interlibrary Loan request if you are not able to find an item using the Library's search box.  Simply a
ccess your
library account
, click the
CREATE REQUEST
button at the right, enter the item information (title, author, journal title, publication date, etc.), and submit the request.
As always, the Library is happy to help, so please
with all of your research questions!
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Spring Break Streaming: Kanopy Picks from Torreyson Library
03/17/2026
Kiran Mufty
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Spring break is the perfect time to finally watch that movie everyone keeps recommending. If you’re looking for something different from the usual Netflix scroll, Torreyson library gives all patrons free access to Kanopy, a streaming platform with everything from indie films and cult favorites to documentaries and award-winning movies.
Here are a few hidden gems worth adding to your spring break watchlist. A few of these titles also have limited-time access, so this is your sign to watch them while you still can!
unt for the Wilderpeople
Expires: May 14, 2026
A heartfelt and hilarious adventure from director Taika Waititi, this film follows a rebellious teen and his reluctant foster uncle as they go on the run in the New Zealand wilderness. It’s funny, weird, and unexpectedly emotional, making it an easy spring break watch.
Captain Fantastic
Expires: May 14, 2026
What happens when a family raised completely off the grid is forced back into society? This film balances humor and serious questions about education, parenting, and what it means to live a “good” life.
Black Orpheus
Expires: May 14, 2026
Black Orpheus (Orfeu Negro) is a visually vibrant retelling of the Orpheus and Eurydice myth set during Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. This film is known for its music, color, and cultural impact.
Portrait of a Lady on Fire
Expires: May 14, 2026
A visually stunning French film about a painter and her subject on a remote island. Quiet, emotional, and beautifully shot, this title is perfect if you’re in the mood for something thoughtful.
Moonlight
Expires: May 21, 2026
An Academy Award–winning film that follows one man’s journey through childhood, adolescence, and adulthood as he searches for identity and connection. This film is visually stunning and deeply moving.
Mississippi Masala
Expires: September 9, 2026
A romantic drama exploring identity, family, and cultural tension within an Indian-Ugandan family living in the American South. A great pick if you want something character-driven and emotional.
The Watermelon Woman
Expires: January 16, 2027
A landmark indie film by Cheryl Dunye, this story follows a young filmmaker researching a forgotten Black actress from early Hollywood while navigating her own life and relationships.
To explore more titles through Torreyson Library, check out our Kanopy site here:
Your access doesn't end with UCA! If you can't find what you're looking for here, don't worry. Students with public library cards can access even more titles through their local public libraries.
Faulkner County Library offers Kanopy access here:
Central Arkansas Library System (CALS) also provides Kanopy through their digital library:
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Library Student Spotlight: Ikenna Valeria Anyanwu
03/13/2026
Kiran Mufty
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Torreyson Library depends on a dedicated team of student workers who help support daily operations and services across the building. In this recurring blog series, we will introduce members of our student worker team and give readers a glimpse into their backgrounds, interests, and the important work they do behind the scenes. If you are a current student worker with Torreyson Library and you would like to be featured on the blog, please complete this form:
Name:
Ikenna Valeria Anyanwu
What is your major and year?
I am a Software Engineering major and currently a sophomore at UCA.
Where are you from?
I’m originally from Abuja, Nigeria.
Library Student Position?
I work as an
Interlibrary Loan
(ILL) Student Worker at Torreyson Library. Interlibrary loan is a service for UCA students, faculty, and staff. Basically, if we don’t have a book, article, or other library material, we can borrow it from another library. In my role as an ILL Student Worker, I package and mail materials to other libraries through the ILL system, pull items for loan across library networks, and scan book chapters and articles into digital PDFs while adhering to copyright guidelines. The position also involves putting some book straps on books to help the circulation desk staff and patrons easily identify the books and their due dates. This position has strengthened my organizational skills and deepened my understanding of classification systems and how libraries collaborate to share resources. My work directly supports UCA patrons by ensuring they have access to materials beyond our physical and online collections.
What is your favorite thing about working at the library?
I like seeing how everything works behind the scenes. You don’t really realize how much goes into keeping a library organized until you work there. I’ve also enjoyed being exposed to new books and discovering more about UCA’s history through the archives. Additionally, I truly appreciate my supervisors. They’ve made the work environment supportive and welcoming, which has made my experience even more meaningful.
What is something people may not know about the library that you wish they did?
I wish more students knew they could visit the
UCA Archives
to learn about UCA’s history and explore past research and university milestones. It’s a valuable resource that many students overlook. The
UCA Archives
website includes information about how to make an appointment. Many students also don’t realize how easy it is to
request books and research articles through Interlibrary Loan using our library website
. If the library doesn’t have what you need, you can request it through ILL, and it often arrives within just a few days (1-4 days on average for articles/book chapters and 7-12 days on average for physical items like books).
How have you used library resources in your field of study?
As a Software Engineering major, I have used the search features on the
library home page
and the library’s
academic databases
for research assignments, including a research paper I wrote on quantum computing last semester. The scholarly articles and credible sources available through the library helped strengthen my understanding of advanced computing concepts and supported my academic work.
Go-to study soundtrack?
Lewis Capaldi’s albums.
Favorite fictional character?
Tony Stark.
Favorite study snack?
Original Lay’s chips.
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Give It a Spin: Learn about the Library's CD and LP Collections
02/24/2026
Angela Mustapha
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Photo courtesy of Danielle Kraus
Did you know that you can check out CDs and LPs (also known as records) at the UCA Library?
Want to learn more? See below.
Where are CDs and LPs located?
CDs are inside the Music Library on the second floor. LPs are also on the second floor, near the children’s section.
What kinds of CDs and LPs are in the library?
The library has a wide variety of CDs and LPs. The CD and LP collection contains classical music, opera, jazz, and the blues, but it also holds pop music from the 1950s up to the early 2000s. We have music from the Commodores, John Denver, Journey, Kiss, Nirvana, P!NK, Radiohead, Diana Ross, and more!
How do you search for CDs and LPs in the library catalog?
Go to the library’s homepage and type what you are looking for in the search box.
In this example, I’m looking for “James Taylor.”
Tip
: Putting “James Taylor” in quotation marks lets the system know that you want results in which “James” and “Taylor” are placed together as one name. Without the quotation marks, any results relating to “James” or “Taylor” will appear.)
Fun Fact: Taylor Swift was named after the singer James Taylor.
Follow these directions if you’re on a computer.
Scroll through the options to the left until you find “Music Recording.” Check the box beside it to view all LPs and CDs including work by the artist. Alternatively, you can select “Music LP” or “Music CD” to view only items available in that format.
I chose “Music Recording,” so my results will show both LPs and CDs that include work by James Taylor.
Follow these directions if you’re on a cell phone.
Click on the down arrow beside “Group & Refine This Search.”
“Format” options will appear. Scroll down and check the box beside “Music Recording” to view all LPs and CDs including work by the artist. Alternatively, you can select “Music LP” or “Music CD” to view only items available in that format.
What are the rules for checking out CDs and LPs?
UCA students, faculty, and staff can check out CDs and LPs for 7 days. The loan can be renewed twice, each time for 7 more days. Individuals can have 7 DVDs from the main DVD collection, CDs, Music VHS/DVDs, and LPs altogether checked out at the same time.
For more about the library’s resources on music, review the library’s
Music Resources guide
P.S. Check out the library's current main display near the front door, which has a fantastic selection of CDs, LPs, and books about music!
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Celebrating relationships @ your Library!
02/10/2026
Joanna Warren
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It can be easy this time of year to focus on celebrating romantic relationships.  However, it’s also important to celebrate and nurture the wide spectrum of relationships in our lives, including family, friends, coworkers, and our furry (and not-so-furry) animal friends.  Here are some books available through the Library to help strengthen these important connections.   Be sure to also check out our “Relationship skills on point” display (which includes some of these titles) on the Library's first floor near Starbucks. Take some time to celebrate your relationships today!
Getting relationships right: how to build resilience and thrive in life, love, and work
by
Melanie Joy
Call Number: E-book (Available online)
Bestselling author, psychologist, and relationship coach Melanie Joy shares the principles and tools that can make any relationship, from personal to professional, healthier and more resilient.
Why we love: the new science behind our closest relationships
by
Anna Machin
Call Number: Main 1st Floor -- BF575.L8 M33 2022
An Oxford-trained evolutionary anthropologist explores the ever-elusive science of love. What can the social and life sciences tell us about the most fundamental and unquantifiable human experience--love? Anna Manchin is interested in the the the most inclusive possible answer, one that, unlike previous books on the subject, considers friendship and family on par with romantic love, as well as polyamory, chosen families, queer love, and touchingly, the love we feel for pets, celebrities, and deities.  Anna delves into these intimate relationships from the levels of biology, chemistry, and neuroscience all the way up to psychology, sociology, and evolution, in engaging, accessible, and ever-charming prose.
The Lost Art of Listening
by
Michael P. Nichols; Martha B. Straus
Call Number: Main 1st Floor -- BF323.L5 N53 2021
"That isn't what I meant!" Truly listening and being heard is far from simple, even between people who care about each other. This perennial bestseller--now revised and updated for the digital age--analyzes how any conversation can go off the rails and provides essential skills for building mutual understanding.
How to talk to absolutely anyone: confident communication for work, life and relationships
by
Mark Rhodes
Call Number: Main 2nd Floor -- HM1166 .R46 2025
An easy-to-understand, practical guide to become a confident communicator In this third edition of How to Talk to Absolutely Anyone: Confident Communications in Every Situation, entrepreneur, business mentor, and international speaker Mark Rhodes delivers a practical yet accessible guide to break through barriers and make a connection. Whether you fear judgement and rejection, or just struggle to know what to say, this book provides readers with the tools needed to navigate social situations.
Affectionate communication in close relationships
by
Kory Floyd
Call Number: Main 2nd Floor -- HM1166 .F57 2019
Few communication behaviors are more consequential to the development and maintenance of close relationships than the expression of affection. Indeed, people often use affectionate gestures to initiate or accelerate relationship development. In contrast, the absence of affection in established relationships frequently coincides with relational deterioration. This text explores the scientific research on affection exchange that has emerged from the disciplines of communication, social and clinical psychology, family studies, psychophysiology, sociology, nursing, and behavioral health.
Text me when you get home: the evolution and triumph of modern female friendship
by
Kayleen Schaefer
Call Number: Main 2nd Floor -- HM1161 .S48 2019
In Text Me When You Get Home, journalist Kayleen Schaefer interviews more than one hundred women about their BFFs, soulmates, girl gangs, and queens while tracing this cultural shift through the lens of pop culture.
Brotherhood university: Black men's friendships and the transition to adulthood
by
Brandon A. Jackson
Call Number: Main 2nd Floor -- LC2781 .J25 2024
How do young Black men navigate the transition to adulthood in an era of labor market precarity, an increasing emphasis on personal independence, and gendered racism? In Brotherhood University, Brandon A. Jackson utilizes longitudinal qualitative data to examine the role of emotions and social support among a group of young Black men as they navigate a "structural double bind" as college students and into early adulthood.
The powerful bond between people and pets: our boundless connections to companion animals
by
P. Elizabeth Anderson
Call Number: Main 2nd Floor -- SF411.47 .A66 2008
An engaging and science-based examination of people and companion animals, this book shows how their lives are inextricably intertwined, what the impact has been on culture and on society, the reasons people go to great lengths to care for and protect their beloved animals, and why the grief when they are lost is so profound and unique.
“Dance at the U.S.O. 1943” -- Image from UCA Archives,
M89-21 Women's Army Auxiliary Corps Records
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Finals Week at Torreyson Library (Fall 2025)
12/03/2025
Kiran Mufty
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Finals week is upon us again, and Torreyson Library is here to help you finish strong! Below you will find our finals week hours and events, as well as quick links to research support tools.
Finals week LibGuide:
Research Help:
Research Guides
Citation Guides
Ask a Librarian
Book a Research Appointment
Reference Walk-In Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Helpful FAQs:
Does the library have the textbook for my course?
How do I reserve a study room?
What can students check out from the library?
How do I print in the library?
At the end of the semester,  when are my checked-out items due?
As you move through finals week, remember that you do not have to do it alone. If you need support, whether it is a quiet study space, research help, or just a safe space to ask questions, the library is happy to help. We are rooting for you!
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Library to Table: Cookbooks and Food Security
11/18/2025
Kiran Mufty
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Food insecurity is frequently understood through an individualized lens that places responsibility on the student. Yet it was reported that in 2020, nearly 23 percent of undergraduate students reported experiencing limited or uncertain access to food. Rising living costs, limited opportunities for paid work, and the pressures of academic life create conditions in which groceries may fall lower on a student’s financial priority list.
The library’s cookbook collection provides free access to curated, tested, and often budget-conscious recipes. Many titles reflect frameworks grounded in disability justice, community food traditions, and the creative strategies that emerge when resources are limited. These works document decades of regional foodways, tracing the staple ingredients communities relied upon, the movement of recipes across generations, and the memories sustained each time a familiar dish is prepared.
Browsing these cookbooks also underscores the long-standing diversity of the American kitchen. Cookbooks that reflect multi-generational American culinary practices sit alongside works grounded in immigrant culinary traditions. Together, they reflect a common impulse to record, adapt, and pass forward something meaningful.
Each description below features a low-cost recipe from the book that can be easily adapted and prepared with basic kitchen equipment. If you are experiencing food insecurity, please contact the
Bear Essentials Food Pantry
for support.
E-Cookbooks
Please Don't Feed the Bears : A Heavy Metal Vegan Cookbook.
by
Asbjorn Intonsus
(2022)
Learn to cook a range of brutally tasty yet simple plant-based dishes, accompanied by heavy metal and punk lyrics, art, and ethos. This vegan cookbook expands your cooking repertoire with recipes from around the world, including Grizzly Bear Gnocchi, Taco Thrash-erole, Misery Wot, Gotterdamerung Dopple-Chocolate Cookies, and Hair of an Angel Knotted by the Persistance of a Mortal. Each recipe is paired with a metal song to listen to while you cook, and the book is interspersed with illustrations, a crossword puzzle, and instructions for DIY tattoo guns.
Low-cost recipe highlight:
Nature's Burgers, pg. 95
Kitchen Arabic
by
Joseph Geha
(2023)
Immigrant children first speak the language of their mothers, and in Toledo, Ohio’s Little Syria neighborhood, where Joseph Geha grew up, the first place he would go to find his mother would be the kitchen. As much a memoir as a cookbook,
Kitchen Arabic
illustrates the journey of Geha’s early years in America and his family’s struggle to learn the language and ways of a new world. A compilation of family recipes and of the stories that came with them, it deftly blends culture with cuisine.
Low-cost recipe highlight:
Ful Medames (Egyptian Breakfast Beans), pg. 111
Gluten-Free Baking Made Simple : Properly Delicious Recipes for Every Day
by
Cherie Lyden
(2023)
The go-to cookbook for gluten-free bakers, offering more than eighty recipes along with the tips and techniques Cherie Lyden has developed over the years. She shares her best flour blends, pantry essentials, and guidance for achieving the ideal crumb, making gluten-free baking approachable and reliable.
Low-cost recipe highlight:
Fruit Crumble, pg. 70
Crip Up the Kitchen
by
Jules Sherred
(2023)
With rich photography, thoughtful food histories, and fifty recipes built around the electric pressure cooker, the air fryer, and the bread machine,
Crip Up the Kitchen
offers methods designed specifically for disabled and neurodivergent cooks. Organized from least to greatest effort, the book includes pantry prep, meal planning, and tips for cooking safely when disabled, all taking into account varying physical abilities and energy levels.
Low-cost recipe highlight:
Japanese & Thai Peanut Chicken, pg. 98
Amish Family Recipes
by
Lovina Eicher
(2020)
A collection drawn from a family recipe box, this cookbook gathers more than one hundred recipes shared across four generations. Columnist Lovina Eicher blends practical, easy-to-prepare dishes with stories of faith, family, and everyday community life. With photographs, family traditions, and guidance for cooking with children, it offers a glimpse into home cooking shaped by close-knit community ties.
Low-cost recipe highlight:
Pumpkin Pie, pg. 160
Thrifty Cooking : Over 170 Reliable Recipes and Hundreds of Budget-Friendly Hints and Tips.
by
Country Women's Association of Victoria.
(2021)
This collection is a guide to economical and satisfying home cooking. Filled with money-saving strategies, adaptable recipes, and creative approaches to using pantry staples, it offers thrifty options for everyday meals and for feeding a crowd. Recipes are accompanied by guidance on minimizing food waste, preserving seasonal produce, and troubleshooting common kitchen challenges.
Low-cost recipe highlight:
Chickpea and Potato Curry, pg. 116
Print Cookbook Display
Our current cookbook display is located near the Starbucks entrance to the library and contains a selection of our print cookbooks.
Some standouts from the display include:
Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat
by
Samin Nosrat; Wendy MacNaughton (Illustrator)
(2017)
This book introduces the four basic elements of good cooking—salt, fat, acid, and heat—and explains how each shapes flavor and texture. Through clear instruction, illustrated walkthroughs, and approachable kitchen science, Samin Nosrat offers a framework that helps home cooks make informed decisions and cook confidently with any ingredients.
Low-cost recipe highlight:
Pasta with Broccoli and Breadcrumbs, pg. 295
Big Taste of Little Rock
by
Junior League of Little Rock
(2008)
The fourth cookbook from the Junior League of Little Rock includes menus for special occasions with numerous wine pairings.
Big Taste of Little Rock
features full-color photography, slices of life, and insights into the places that make Little Rock one of the most livable, historic, and interesting cities in America.
Low-cost recipe highlight:
Cheese Tortellini Soup, pg. 49
Soup of the Day
by
Kate McMillan; Erin Kunkel (Photographer)
(2012)
This collection features 365 soup recipes arranged by season, highlighting how soups can shift with ingredients, weather, and culinary needs. With full-color photographs and notes on variations, it provides adaptable recipes for year-round cooking.
Low-cost recipe highlight:
Miso Soup, pg. 245
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Journey into the past with historical newspapers and magazines
11/13/2025
Joanna Warren
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Have you ever wondered what newspapers and magazines looked like in the past?
Are you looking for primary sources for a research paper in Arkansas or American history?
The UCA Library provides access to historical content from a variety of Arkansas newspapers, as well as some U.S. newspapers, in our microforms collection and through the Torreyson Library website. Take a look at our
Historical Newspapers LibGuide
for a list of titles and coverage dates. You can
schedule a microforms appointment
if you would like help locating a publication in the microforms collection or using the microform equipment.
There is also limited access to a selection of historic Arkansas newspapers through the
Arkansas Newspapers (Historical)
database (see a
list of publications
), available through the
A-Z Databases page
on the UCA Library website.
Additionally, the Library provides access to content from the
New York Times
through the
Proquest Historical Newspapers: The New York Times with Index
database.
If you are looking for historical magazines, check out these online databases available through the Library:
American Antiquarian Society (AAS) Historical Periodicals Collection
(includes content from 1693-1877)
American Periodicals 1740-1940
American Political Periodicals, 1715-1891
Periodicals of the British Empire and Its Colonies 1702-1879
Women's Periodicals of the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Century, 1733-1844
As always, we are here to help, so feel free to stop by the library or use one of our
online help services
if you have questions about any of our resources!
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Finals Week at Torreyson Library (Spring 2026)
Finals week is here! Check out our extended hours and special events below, plus helpful research links and information about Ollie, our visiting therapy dog. Finals week LibGuide: https://library.uca.edu/finalsweekResearch Help:Research GuidesCitation GuidesAsk a LibrarianBook a Research AppointmentReference Walk-In Hours: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday. Helpful FAQs:Does the library have the textbook for my course?How do I reserve a study room?What can students check out from the library?How do I print in the library?At the end of the semester, when are my checked-out items due?  Meet Ollie! Ollie is a registered therapy dog with Therapy Dogs International and a Canine Good Citizen with the American Kennel Club. He will be visiting Torreyson Library multiple times this finals week to help you de-stress and recharge. Stop by and say hello! As you move through finals week, remember that you do not have to do it alone. If you need support, whether it is a quiet study space, research help, or just a safe space to ask questions, the library is happy to help. We are rooting for you!...
Congratulations to Our Graduating Student Workers!
Please join Torreyson Library in celebrating our upcoming student worker graduates! Torreyson Library wishes Kaidyn and Natalie all the best in their future endeavors. Read on to learn a little more about Kaidyn and Natalie!  Name: Kaidyn BeckwithMajor: Business Management Department: Cataloging Favorite thing about working in the library: My favorite thing about working in the library was getting to meet new people. One new thing you learned from working in the library: One new thing I learned from working in the library is how to repair books. Future plans and aspirations: My future plans are to attend grad school for a master's in Sports Management.   Name: Natalie ChoyMajor: I am a General Studies major, with two minors in Education for Community Engagement and Special Education.Department:  I work in the Access Services department at Torreyson Library.Favorite thing about working in the library: My favorite thing about working in the library was interacting with UCA students and faculty and helping them find books that they needed. Additionally, I liked shelving books that were brought back from students. I also enjoyed talking to my coworkers and the other student workers at the desk. They made the time working there more enjoyable.One new thing you learned from working in the library: One new thing that I learned from working in the library was learning how to be patient with myself when I make a mistake.Future plans and aspirations: My future plans are to work in a library, probably at a children’s library. I currently work at the Main Library in Little Rock in the Youth Services department, where I help families, teens, and children. After I graduate, I plan to continue working there. I am also considering getting a Master’s in Library Science. ...
Research Hack: Mine Your References!
Imagine that you are working on a research paper and you find a really great looking article in one of the Library’s databases. As you are reading the article, you notice they mention several other articles that you think may be helpful for your research. You go to Google to try to find the article online, only to discover that the journal’s publisher wants you to pay for access to the article. What do you do?Never fear; the UCA Library is here to help!If you have a book or article title, it’s easy to see if we have access to it through the Library or if you will need to request it from another library through Interlibrary Loan (ILL).Let’s say you are looking at the following Reference list and are wanting to find the last article listed here:  “From hype to strategy: Navigating the reality of experimental strategic adoption of AI technologies in libraries."      You can either copy and paste or type the title of the article into the search box on the UCA Library homepage and click on the purple “Search” button.  Be sure to put the title in quotes to search for it as a whole phrase. If the article is available through the Library, you will see a “View Full Text” link next to its citation information on the Results screen. Be sure to double-check that all of the citation information matches the item you are wanting to find. Then, click on this link and then click on it again on the following page to access the article.      While it's often possible to access the full text of articles by following those steps, some publications or publication date ranges are not available through UCA and must be requested from another library. This process can be demonstrated by searching for one of the other articles in the Reference list:  “Generative AI and ChatGPT: Applications, challenges, and AI-human collaboration.”  Notice that in this case the article is not listed on the results screen, so you will need to click on Libraries Worldwide either in the box asking “Do you want to expand your search?” or on the left side of the screen to search for availability through other libraries. On the following screen, click on the title of the article to access a link to place an Interlibrary Loan (ILL) request.   If you are not already logged into MyUCA, you will be asked to log in after you click on the “Request via Interlibrary Loan” box. The information for the article will autofill into the ILL request form. Be sure to click on “Submit request” at the bottom of the form. When your article is ready to view and download in your library account, you will receive an email to your UCA email account. Articles requested through interlibrary loan may be available in 1-4 days, with 70% arriving in 24 hours. See the Interlibrary Loan website for information and FAQs. For specific information related to ILL requests, email ill@uca.edu. *Note that you can also manually submit an Interlibrary Loan request if you are not able to find an item using the Library's search box.  Simply access your library account, click the CREATE REQUEST button at the right, enter the item information (title, author, journal title, publication date, etc.), and submit the request. As always, the Library is happy to help, so please contact us with all of your research questions!...
Spring Break Streaming: Kanopy Picks from Torreyson Library
Spring break is the perfect time to finally watch that movie everyone keeps recommending. If you’re looking for something different from the usual Netflix scroll, Torreyson library gives all patrons free access to Kanopy, a streaming platform with everything from indie films and cult favorites to documentaries and award-winning movies. Here are a few hidden gems worth adding to your spring break watchlist. A few of these titles also have limited-time access, so this is your sign to watch them while you still can! Hunt for the WilderpeopleExpires: May 14, 2026A heartfelt and hilarious adventure from director Taika Waititi, this film follows a rebellious teen and his reluctant foster uncle as they go on the run in the New Zealand wilderness. It’s funny, weird, and unexpectedly emotional, making it an easy spring break watch.Captain FantasticExpires: May 14, 2026What happens when a family raised completely off the grid is forced back into society? This film balances humor and serious questions about education, parenting, and what it means to live a “good” life.Black OrpheusExpires: May 14, 2026Black Orpheus (Orfeu Negro) is a visually vibrant retelling of the Orpheus and Eurydice myth set during Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. This film is known for its music, color, and cultural impact.Portrait of a Lady on FireExpires: May 14, 2026A visually stunning French film about a painter and her subject on a remote island. Quiet, emotional, and beautifully shot, this title is perfect if you’re in the mood for something thoughtful.MoonlightExpires: May 21, 2026An Academy Award–winning film that follows one man’s journey through childhood, adolescence, and adulthood as he searches for identity and connection. This film is visually stunning and deeply moving.Mississippi MasalaExpires: September 9, 2026A romantic drama exploring identity, family, and cultural tension within an Indian-Ugandan family living in the American South. A great pick if you want something character-driven and emotional.The Watermelon WomanExpires: January 16, 2027A landmark indie film by Cheryl Dunye, this story follows a young filmmaker researching a forgotten Black actress from early Hollywood while navigating her own life and relationships.  To explore more titles through Torreyson Library, check out our Kanopy site here: https://www.kanopy.com/en/uca/ Your access doesn't end with UCA! If you can't find what you're looking for here, don't worry. Students with public library cards can access even more titles through their local public libraries.Faulkner County Library offers Kanopy access here:https://www.kanopy.com/en/fclCentral Arkansas Library System (CALS) also provides Kanopy through their digital library:https://cals.org/digital-library ...
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