The Robert W. Woodruff Library, located in the heart of the Atlanta University Center, is a premier research library that serves the academic community of Clark Atlanta University, the Interdenominational Theological Center, Morehouse College, and Spelman College. With a rich collection of over 1.5 million volumes, the library is a hub for scholarly research, providing access to a wide range of resources, including books, journals, databases, and digital collections.
Research Assistance and Support
The Robert W. Woodruff Library offers a range of research assistance and support services to help students, faculty, and staff navigate the vast array of resources available. The library’s experienced research librarians provide individualized research consultations, group instruction sessions, and online tutorials to help users develop effective research strategies and skills. Additionally, the library’s Ask a Librarian service allows users to submit research questions and receive timely responses from library staff.
Collection Highlights
The Robert W. Woodruff Library’s collections are particularly strong in the areas of African American studies, women’s studies, and religious studies. The library’s holdings include rare books, manuscripts, and archival materials, such as the Martin Luther King Jr. Papers and the Atlanta University Center Archives. The library also provides access to a wide range of digital collections, including ebooks, ejournals, and database subscriptions.
| Collection | Description |
|---|---|
| African American Studies | Over 100,000 volumes, including rare books and manuscripts |
| Women's Studies | Comprehensive collection of books, journals, and digital resources |
| Religious Studies | Extensive holdings of theological texts, journals, and digital resources |
Digital Scholarship and Innovation
The Robert W. Woodruff Library is committed to supporting digital scholarship and innovation, providing a range of tools and services to help users create, manage, and preserve digital content. The library’s Digital Scholarship Center offers expertise in areas such as digital humanities, data management, and digital preservation. The library also provides access to a range of digital tools and platforms, including Omeka, Drupal, and Zenodo.
Collaboration and Community Engagement
The Robert W. Woodruff Library is dedicated to fostering collaboration and community engagement, providing a range of spaces and services to support academic and research activities. The library’s Collaboration Zones offer flexible, technology-rich environments for group work and project-based learning, while the library’s Community Outreach program provides opportunities for partnership and engagement with local organizations and communities.
- Collaboration Zones: flexible, technology-rich environments for group work and project-based learning
- Community Outreach: partnership and engagement opportunities with local organizations and communities
- Digital Scholarship Center: expertise in digital humanities, data management, and digital preservation
What research assistance services are available at the Robert W. Woodruff Library?
+The Robert W. Woodruff Library offers a range of research assistance services, including individualized research consultations, group instruction sessions, and online tutorials. Users can also submit research questions through the library’s Ask a Librarian service.
What digital tools and platforms are available at the Robert W. Woodruff Library?
+The Robert W. Woodruff Library provides access to a range of digital tools and platforms, including Omeka, Drupal, and Zenodo. The library’s Digital Scholarship Center also offers expertise in areas such as digital humanities, data management, and digital preservation.
How can I get involved in community outreach and engagement activities at the Robert W. Woodruff Library?
+The Robert W. Woodruff Library’s Community Outreach program provides opportunities for partnership and engagement with local organizations and communities. Users can contact the library’s outreach coordinator to learn more about available opportunities and get involved in community outreach activities.
