University Library Celebrates 25 Years as a Federal Depository Library!

Thursday, September 17th, 2026 at the Brownsville Campus Library

11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | Presentation
Join us for welcome remarks and presentation from Joel Chirinos, Head of Research and Instructional Service. Learn about the history of the University Library and the Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP), discover the new Government Resources website, and enjoy a special Constitution Day presentation. Light refreshments will be served. Location: BLIBR 2.206

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Movie Screening
The American Revolution | An Asylum for Mankind (May 1775 - July 1776; Episode 2)
New Englanders rush to surround the British Army in Boston, but as war begins, Americans find themselves sharply divided. After the Battle of Bunker’s Hill, George Washington of Virginia arrives to command the newly created Continental Army. In July 1776, the Continental Congress issues the Declaration of Independence, insisting on the people’s right to resist tyranny and govern themselves. - Kanopy. Location: BLIBR 2.206. Run Time: 2 hours and 1 minute

September 1st - 30th | Displays & Exhibits

America 250 Poster Exhibit: View posters on display at the University Library in Brownsville (BLIBR), 3rd floor, and in Edinburg (ELIBR), 3rd floor.

America 250 Book Display Exhibit: Explore a curated collection of books at the University Library in Brownsville (BLIBR), 3rd floor, or in Edinburg (ELIBR), 1st floor.

Texas America 250 Traveling Exhibit: View the exhibit posters on display at the University Library in Brownsville (BLIBR), 3rd floor, and in Edinburg (ELIBR), 3rd floor.

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Tabling
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