Metro State Library

The library is closed from 11/28 - 12/1 for Thanksgiving, but you can always access our digital services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We’ll see you for in-person services again on Monday, December 2. Enjoy the holiday! 🦃

Nov. 20 is Transgender Day of Remembrance, an annual observance that honors the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. These are just a few of the many resources the library has on transgender issues. Check one out today.

With snowflakes starting to fall, a friendly reminder to sign up for @cityofsaintpaul Snow Emergency text or email alerts (English, Spanish, Hmong, Oromo and Somali) at stpaul.gov/snow. Call 651-266-PLOW for recorded status messages.

Winter/Spring swimming lesson registration opens this Wednesday, Nov. 20. Lessons are available free of charge to all Saint Paul youth on a first-come, first-served basis. Register online at stpaul.gov/SwimmingLessons or in-person at Great River Water Park.

Any day is a great day to visit your library!

Are you stuck in a reading rut? MPR News spoke with Hennepin County librarian Jody Wurl and offered great advice about how to find your next great read. mprnews.org/episode/2024/1…

Your next career move starts here! Our Graduate Programs Open House is tomorrow, 5–7 p.m. on campus. Explore your options, learn about financial aid, and get all your questions answered. 💸All attendees are entered to win one of two $1,000 tuition grants! bit.ly/metrogradopenh…

Mark your calendars to get your pets vaccinated! Minneapolis Animal Care and Control is hosting a low-cost clinic next week for rabies and distemper vaccinations, as well as microchipping services. Clinics are capped, so claim your spot: minneapolismn.gov/resident-servi…

@MetroStateU is ranked #1 in the Midwest and 31st nationally for social mobility by @CollegeNET's 2024 Social Mobility Index 🎉 empowering students toward economic success! Thank you to our faculty, staff, alumni, and partners who make this possible! metrostate.edu/news/metro-sta…

Installing the LibKey Nomad browser extension on your personal device will help you connect to library research articles and e-books when you are using non-library resources on the open web such as Wikipedia and PubMed. Try it today! Learn more: libguides.metrostate.edu/libkey

This year alone, @MetroStateU has awarded over $2.1 million to 1,000+ students through the North Star Promise program! Curious if you’re eligible? Join our online info session TODAY at 1 p.m. to learn more. It's not too late to sign up! 🌟metrostate.edu/NorthStar 📽️@MnOfficeHiEd

Graduate Programs Open House is one week away! Whether you're advancing your current career or exploring a new field, @MetroStateU has the grad programs to get you there. Stop by our open house, 5–7 p.m. on November 19, to learn more and meet our faculty➡️bit.ly/metrogradopenh…

🌱Spring into learning at @MetroStateU!🌱Registration is now open for visiting students. Whether you’re advancing toward your degree or exploring new subjects, discover flexible course options to fit your goals. Register today! ➡️ metrostate.edu/register

This week, the City of Saint Paul approved more than $3.7 million in grant funding for 59 local capital improvement projects and 68 arts and cultural projects thanks to the city’s Sales Tax Revitalization (STAR) grant program. Learn more: stpaul.gov/news/2024-star…

November is Hip Hop History Month! Check out our new 1st floor display as we celebrate the cultural significance and influence of this transcendental genre! All books are available for checkout. Image Description: Photograph of books relating to hip hop music.

Learn about resources available to Hennepin County residents at next week's resource fair. Topics include child services, health, legal aid, and more. Virtual Resource Fair Wednesday, November 13 1–2 p.m. eventbrite.com/e/virtual-henn…

No matter the election outcome, our commitment to you is unwavering. At @MetroStateU, we stand for equity, inclusion, and respect for every student. You are valued, you belong, and your story enriches our university community. 💙✨ #AllAreWelcomeHere #StrongerTogether

It’s #ElectionDay! Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Check your email or D2L for info on student support events. For 24/7 assistance, contact Counseling Services at 651.793.1568 or @UnitedWay 211 by texting MNHELP to 898211. Let’s navigate these times with compassion. 💙

Today’s the day, get out and #VOTE! 🕗 Polls open 7 a.m.–8 p.m. If you’re in line by 8 p.m., you can still vote! 📍 Find your polling place & sample ballot: mnvotes.org 🆔 Bring an ID if registering on-site. 💌 Absentee ballots? Drop off by 3 p.m. or vote in person.

Election Day is upon us! We hope you make your voice heard today if you haven’t already. To mark this historic event, we’re highlighting materials on elections, and Metro State Votes is hosting a watch party with Community Engagement at 8:00. Learn more: metrostate.edu/calendar/elect…