J Paul Leonard Library

In light of recent changes, this constitutes the last tweet @sfstatelibrary will post on this platform. Please continue to follow us on instagram.com/sfstatelibrary facebook.com/sfstatelibrary Be well, be kind, and take care!

The #jpllibrary begins its Fall 2023 semester schedule on Monday, 08/21/23. Visit the library website or library.sfsu.edu/fall-2023-seme… for the specific hours of all areas of the library, including the computer labs, Main Library, study spaces, and more!

Did you know you can borrow vinyl records and listen to them in the Library? Come check out over 38K records available to our community: bit.ly/3qk2vUd You can also bring your own LP’s and listen to them on our record players located at Book Checkout & Pickup Desk.

During Summer/Fall Intersession (August 12-20), @JPLLibrary is open 8-5 Monday–Friday, closed on Saturday & Sunday. Special Collections & Archives, Digital Media Studio, & Digital Scholarship Center are available by appointment only. Enjoy the break before Fall semester!

August 6 is Farmworker Appreciation Day, a day created to raise awareness of the issues farmworkers face every year. J. Paul Leonard Library recognizes the vital contributions of farmworkers to our economy and their fight for better working conditions.

What are *you* reading this summer? Come see us at #jpllibrary for recommendations from Library visitors and Library workers! #summerreading #beachreads

On National Disability Independence Day, we honor Dr. Paul Longmore (1946-2010), a noted professor and leading historian in disability activism & publishing. In 1996 he cofounded SF State's Institute on Disability. His papers are archived @sfstatelibrary oac.cdlib.org/findaid/ark:/1…

Need somewhere to get some work done? The #jpllibrary has plenty of space! The current hours for of Main Library for the summer are M-F, 8am - 5pm.

July 14th is International Non-Binary People’s Day, which celebrates people of diverse genders. #jpllibrary supports and celebrates all nonbinary people and their intersectionalities. We are happy to bring awareness to this day!

Even when the sky is gray, there's color all around us! What's your favorite summer spot on campus, Gators? #jpllibrary #sfstate

Gators, stop by and grab a book from the Staff Picks: Beach Reads table this month at the #jpllibrary. It’s summertime — read whatever you want! #summerreading #beachreads

Happy 4th of July! The #jpllibrary building will be closed on Tuesday, July 4th in celebration of Independence Day. The Library reopens at 8am Wednesday, July 5th. Enjoy the holiday and stay safe!

Need some library books but not on campus during Summer Session? The #jpllibrary has you covered! After placing your books requests email your mailing address to circmail@sfsu.edu and we’ll send them to you through the mail.

Today, the J. Paul Leonard Library joins the nation to celebrate Freedom Day. As the University formally observes Juneteenth with a holiday campus closure for the first time, we reflect on the work we must continue for equality. #Juneteenth2023

"A father carries pictures where his money used to be." - Steve Martin This Sunday, we salute our fathers, dads, papas, pops, paters, pappys, sires, and old men! Go ahead and tell all the Dad jokes you want, and enjoy your day!

It's Caribbean American Heritage Month! #JPLL celebrates the contributions of Caribbean Americans to US society, culture, and politics, from Alexander Hamilton to pathbreakers like Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor and Vice President Kamala Harris caribbeanamericanmonth.com

The Ebook textbook list for Summer session classes is now available on the #jpllibrary website. Save $ and see if your required textbooks are available online via the Library! library.sfsu.edu/ebook-textbooks

Summer Session hours begin today at the #jpllibrary. Check library.sfsu.edu/hours for more information, including holiday closures.

Happy LGBTQIA+ Pride Month! Pride is celebrated in June to commemorate the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots in June 1969. It is important to note that pride could not have happened without the incredible efforts made by BIPOC activists. #jpllibrary

It’s time to return your longterm laptop loaners from the #jpllibrary! In-person & mail options available, contact service@sfsu.edu with questions or to coordinate a mail return. For more or to submit a request for a laptop for the Summer session check out library.sfsu.edu/extended-lapto…