Carnegie Mellon University Libraries welcomes all new and returning students, staff, and faculty to the start of the fall 2025 semester! Feel free to reach out to our friendly faculty and staff at CMU Libraries at any time to help you get acquainted with our many services, events, workshops, and technologies available to you.
CMU Libraries will be participating in several campus orientations sponsored by the Office of Graduate Education and the First Year Orientation Office. Please visit our informational booths and presentations on the following dates:
Monday, August 11, 2025
Your CMU Journey: Preparing for Academic & Professional Success
CFA Tent (Lawn)
2-3 p.m. (All Incoming Graduate Students)
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Campus Resources Fair
Rangos Ballroom, Cohon University Center
2–3:30 p.m. (All Incoming Graduate Students)
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Tartan Welcome Expo
Rangos Ballroom, Cohon University Center
2–4:30 p.m. (All First Year Students & Their Families)
Friday, August 22, 2025
Information Session from Campus Resources
Hunt Library (Activities on floors 2, 3, 4, & 5) and Sorrells Library
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Open to All)
- The August 22 Information Session covers a variety of areas that live within the Libraries, including the University Archives, the Sustainability Initiative, Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation, and the Integrative Design, Arts, and Technology network (IDeATe). For more detailed information about activities, see below.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Buggy to Bots: University Archives Open House
University Archives Reading Room, 2nd Floor, Hunt Library
- Join the University Archives on a journey through CMU's history. We’ll be bringing out artifacts that document the fascinating history and traditions of CMU over the decades. Stop by for a hands-on experience, learn more about our services, and get to know the Archivists who care for these treasures.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Explore the Libraries Through Craft!
Sorrells Library: Button Making
Hunt Library Floor 2: Obsolete Media Petting Zoo
Hunt Library Floor 3: Origami
Hunt Library Floor 4: DIY Garland Craft
Hunt Library Floor 5: Explore Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Green Guide: Sustainable Living at CMU
Studio B 106C, Hunt Library Floor 1
- This interactive session allows you to explore ways to be more sustainable during your time at CMU. There will be items to try, giveaways, and a chance to meet sustainability staff. We will also introduce campus initiatives and services that happen throughout the year, while highlighting ways you can be involved and make an impact. Stop by to share your passions, future interests, and ideas for action or learn about tangible opportunities.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
A Connective Thread — IDeATe @ CMU
Studio A 106B, Hunt Library Floor 1
- Join us for an information session about our academic program, a tour of our labs and studios, and a hands-on e-textile skillshare at the IDeATe network.
