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This collection is the result of a pilot project in digital preservation, focused on archiving the University Library's Instagram feed. The contents represent a direct export of our social media activity, offering an unfiltered look at our outreach and community interaction. This project is part of an ongoing effort to develop best practices for preserving ephemeral, born-digital university materials.

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umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-01-30 - 2 of 2

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Best wishes to all our students here at UMSL! 🙂

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Decorative winter border with the announcement, "Spring 2020 Welcome back, students! Best wishes for a successful semester!" Followed by the UMSL Libraries logo.
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-04-06

umsllibraries on Instagram

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https://libguides.umsl.edu/remote

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Text that reads: "Our building may be closed, but the library is still open! We're here to help. Visit our guide to Remote Library Services." Followed by the UMSL Libraries logo.
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-06-01

umsllibraries on Instagram

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UMSL Libraries wishes all our students, faculty, and staff a great summer.
We're online!
If you have any questions or would like help with research visit us at: http://www.umsl.edu/~libweb/research-help/ask-a-librarian/index.html 🙂

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A table depicting Chat Reference hours from Sunday to Saturday. 1-8pm on Sunday, 9am-7pm on Monday to Thursday, and 9am-4pm on Friday and 8am to 4pm on Saturday.
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-07-29

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Visit https://umsl.libcal.com/ to request items.

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Red promotional graphic for UMSL Libraries announcing contact-free curbside pickup service. Features two illustrated people - a woman in green top and pink skirt on the left, and a man in orange shirt and blue pants waving on the right, both wearing masks. Text announces pickup hours Monday-Thursday 10am-2pm and Friday 11am-2pm. Instructions direct visitors to https://umsl.libcal.com/ to request items and select pickup times, allowing 24 hours from request to pickup. Bottom text reminds visitors to wear masks and bring UMSL ID or driver's license when coming to TJ Library. Small stack of books icons appear as decorative elements.
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-08-09

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Happy National Book Lover's Day!!
Request books for curbside pick-up @ www.umsl.libcal.com

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A decorative picture of shelved books at a library.
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-08-23

umsllibraries on Instagram

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We're here to help!! Visit our website for updates to services and new social distancing protocols at the library. 🙂

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Fall 2020 Welcome back students! We hope you have a SAFE and SUCCESSFUL semester! promotional image with decorative leaves.
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-08-27

umsllibraries on Instagram

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The libraries are open.
Here are today's hours of operation. 🙂

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Hours of operation on Thursday, August 27, 2020 The libraries are open from 7:30am to 10:30pm Reference services are online from 9am to 7pm Special Collections Reading Room is open from 9am - 12pm 1-pm to 4pm and State Historical Society- St. Louis is open from noon to 4:30pm and the Computer lab closes 30 minutes before libraries
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-08-31 - 4 of 4

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Happy Monday, Tritons!! ☀The library is open.📚 We're online! #umsltritons #umslibrary

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A photo of Fall 2020 Library Hours Monday - Thursday 7:30am to 10:30pm Friday from 7:30am - 5pm Saturday from 8am to 4pm Sunday from noon to 8pm
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-09-04 - 1 of 2

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Café TJ is open! ☕🍪🥤
Fall 2020 Hours: Mon-Thur. 10 am to 2 pm, and closed Fri.- Sun. https://umsl.sodexomyway.com/dining-near-me/cafe-tj#

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A photo inside Cafe TJ.
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-09-04 - 2 of 2

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Are you a coffee lover? Sign up for this fun, online event at https://myengage.umsl.edu/event/6375696

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An announcement about Coffee Cupreciation, as presented with UPB Presents, On zoom Tuesday September 8th to learn how to make different types of coffee
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-09-07

umsllibraries on Instagram

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In observance of Labor Day, UMSL Libraries is closed. We'll reopen tomorrow.

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The library is closed today - Have a safe and happy Labor Day!
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-09-11

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Happy Friday, Tritons!! We've finished week 3.😨
Have an awesome weekend!

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Meme: There's some prose in this house. There's some prose in this house. There's some prose in this house. With photos of very full bookshelves below.
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-09-22

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Are you registered? It's National Voter Registration Day. https://nationalvoterregistrationday.org/

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A couple dozen I Voted stickers on a white table.
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-10-05

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Got a paper due? Need help locating information? The libraries are open AND we're online! Chat with us now @ umsl.edu/library 🙂

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An announcement that the Libraries are open and research help is available over chat and zoom. We're Online!
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-10-16 - 1 of 2

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Absentee voting at your local public libraries. Re-sharing from @umslpower2thepolls

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Information about Satellite Absentee Voting at your Local Libraries! From Power2thePolls.com
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-10-16 - 2 of 2

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Remember to get your mail-in ballot notarized! @umslpower2thepolls

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Election Day 2020 is nearly here Voting is a super power. Information about getting your ballot notarized on-campus. Bring a valid ID; ballot, and pen.
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-10-18

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Join @ https://umsystem.zoom.us/j/93307415875

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Do you need help with your Mail-in or Absentee Ballot? From Power the Polls
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-10-26

umsllibraries on Instagram

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📣Update to campus-wide computer lab hours.

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Lab Hours Effective 10/26/2020 on UMSL campus.
umsllibraries | Posts | 2020-10-31

umsllibraries on Instagram

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Happy Halloween!!

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Have a safe and fun Halloween!! With cute emojis of a jack-o-lantern, ghost and ghoul.
umsllibraries | Reels | 2022-10-12

umsllibraries on Instagram

Posted Text: Halloween is approaching, Tritons! And nothing says Spooky Season like a classic work of Gothic literature. Did one of these pique your interest? To start reading, stop by and chat with one of our librarians, or request it for pickup via Discover@UMSL. #UMSL #SpookySeason #Gothic #Library #Halloween
Post Description: Perfect for fall, this video presents four Gothic literature picks from UMSL Library, each introduced by its gripping opening line.
umsllibraries | Reels | 2022-11-08

umsllibraries on Instagram

Posted Text: This #TipTuesday, we're showing you how to find books using Library of Congress call numbers. Tip: turn on your audio! Questions? Drop a comment, contact a librarian, or check out these helpful UMSL Libraries resources: https://buff.ly/3Thu09p https://buff.ly/3hisbeW https://buff.ly/3UzRur7
Post Description: In this concise #TipTuesday video, a speaker shows how to locate books using the Library of Congress Call Number System.
umsllibraries | Reels | 2022-12-01

umsllibraries on Instagram

Posted Text: Happy Belated #TipTuesday! Looking for more information about the Personal Librarian Program, or interested in scheduling an appointment? Visit our LibGuide here: https://libguides.umsl.edu/personallibrarian. #UMSL #UMSLProud
Post Description: This short video introduces UMSL’s reference librarians and the majors they specialize in supporting.
umsllibraries | Reels | 2023-02-22

umsllibraries on Instagram

Posted Text: To find primary sources, or to chat with a librarian, head to our website here: https://buff.ly/3xSvfDa. #UMSL #UMSLLibraries
Post Description: This video explains what primary sources are and offers examples relevant to various academic disciplines, from STEM to the arts.
umsllibraries | Reels | 2023-02-23

umsllibraries on Instagram

Posted Text: *SOUND ON* Click the link to check out the library's homepage: https://buff.ly/3xSvfDa #UMSL #UMSLLibraries
Post Description: This video highlights three easy ways to find primary sources using just the UMSL Library website.
umsllibraries | Reels | 2023-06-27

umsllibraries on Instagram

Posted Text: https://buff.ly/3h5qLk6 #UMSL #UMSLLibraries
Post Description: In this video guide, the UMSL Library introduces O'Reilly—a robust database of free eBooks, videos, and courses across multiple disciplines.