University Libraries at Southern Miss

05/28/2026

☀️ Summer hours begin June 1 at Cook and Gulf Coast Libraries!

Be sure to check our updated schedule before your next visit so you can plan your study sessions, research time, and borrows all summer long. 📚😎

Cook Library
Monday – Friday: 7 am – 10 pm
Friday: 7 am - 5 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 12 – 10 pm

Gulf Coast Library
Monday – Thursday: 7:30 am – 9 pm
Friday: 7:30 am – 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 7 pm
Sunday: Closed

We look forward to seeing you this summer!

05/25/2026

05/14/2026

📚 New hours alert! 📚
As we move from the spring semester into summer term, our library hours are changing. Be sure to check our updated schedule before your next visit.

Cook Library
Thursday, May 14: Open until 12 a.m.
Friday, May 15: 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 16: Closed
Sunday, May 17: Closed
Monday, May 18 – Friday, May 22: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 23 – Monday, May 25: Closed
Tuesday, May 26 – Friday, May 29: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31: Closed

Gulf Coast Library
Thursday, May 14: Open until 10 p.m.
Friday, May 15: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 16 and Sunday May 17: Closed
Monday, May 18 – Friday, May 22: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 23 – Monday, May 25: Closed
Tuesday, May 26 – Friday, May 29: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31: Closed

Summer hours begin Monday, June 1. Visit lib.usm.edu for more.

05/08/2026

Melissa Brooks, head of technical services, is the 2026 recipient of the Excellence in University Librarianship Award.

As head of technical services, she leads the cataloging, electronic resources, and collection management units, collaborating with staff to identify resources and order, receive, and process resources to provide the best access possible to the University community.

The Excellence in University Librarianship Award recognizes a faculty member who has significantly contributed in the practice of librarianship through excellent performance that enhances the dissemination of knowledge and through the advancement of learning.

Congratulations Melissa!

05/08/2026

Gulf Park friends, need a midweek mood boost? 🐾💛
Swing by and spend some time with the lovable therapy dogs from Visiting Pets of South Mississippi Therapy Dogs!

📅 Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 Chimney Pavilion
☔ Rain location: Gulf Coast Library 1st Floor

Come de-stress, get some tail wags, and enjoy a little puppy therapy before finals wrap up!

05/06/2026

Swing by Cook Library for free coffee during late-night study sessions!

📅 May 4–7 & May 11–14
🕗 Coffee starts at 8 p.m. nightly
⏳ Available while supplies last

05/04/2026

Congratulations to Courtney Kruzan!

Courtney was recently honored by the Center for International Education with the Collaborative Event of the Year award.

Through her leadership, Cook Library hosted International Games Month, bringing together more than 10 campus groups and student organizations for three engaging events throughout November. These events highlighted the power of games to connect communities through learning, creativity, and fun.

This marks the second year Courtney has organized game events for international students—continuing to build meaningful connections across campus.

05/01/2026

Need a late-night study boost? ☕
Join us at Cook Library for free coffee during finals!

📅 May 4–7 & May 11–14
🕗 Starting at 8 p.m. each night
⏳ Available while supplies last

Grab a cup, stay focused, and power through finals week—we’ve got you covered.

05/01/2026

📝 Finals are here, and we’re here for you!

🕓 As the semester wraps up, the library will have extended hours to give you plenty of time to study, finish projects, and prepare for exams.

☕ Cook Library will be giving out free coffee Monday, May 4 - Thursday, May 7 and Monday, May 11 - Thursday, May 14, beginning at 8 p.m. each night. Find it in the lobby while supplies last!

Check out our end-of-term hours and plan your study time with us
Cook Library
Sunday, May 3: 12 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Monday, May 4 – Thursday, May 7: 6 a.m. – 2 a.m.
Friday, May 8: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday, May 9: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, May 10: 12 pm – 2 am
Monday, May 11 – Wednesday, May 13: 6 a.m. – 2 a.m.
Thursday, May 14: 6 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Friday, May 15: 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Gulf Coast Library
Saturday, May 2: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 3: Closed
Monday, May 4 – Friday, May 8: 7:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday, May 10: Closed
Monday, May 11 – Wednesday, 7:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Thursday, May 14: 7:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday, May 15: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Visit lib.usm.edu to see the schedule for the month of May.

04/24/2026

🎤 Poetry Open Mic Night

Join us for an evening of creativity, expression, and community at Cook Library!

🗓️ Thursday, April 30
⏰ 6–8 p.m.
📍 Cook Library, Room 209A

Step up to the mic and share a poem—whether it’s your own original work or a favorite piece (just be sure to give proper credit). Poems submitted during our open call will also be on display during the event!

If you plan to read or share a poem, registration is required: https://bit.ly/42qO93w

04/24/2026

Have you taken our Spring User Survey yet?

Take just a few minutes to complete the survey and help shape the future of your library. Your feedback helps us improve our spaces, services, and resources to better support student success, teaching, learning, and research.

🗓️ The survey is open through May 2—we’d love your input!
🔗 Take the survey: https://bit.ly/4ebywnE

Thank you for helping us grow!