Library Technology Guides

Worcester Polytechnic Institute goes live with FOLIO in partnership with EBSCO Information Services. Worcester Polytechnic Institute, a private R1 research university recognized for its applied research and leadership in technology innovation, is joining the global network of institutions using FOLIO. WPI will migrate to the interoperable, library services platform hosted and supported by EBSCO Information Services, creating a unified library infrastructure that supports research, teaching and access across its academic community. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services supports Oxford University Humanities Fellowship. EBSCO Information Services announced its support of the EBSCO Fellowship in Digital Humanities, North America, offered through the Bodleian Libraries at the University of Oxford. The fellowship helps digital humanities scholars pursue innovative, independent research while engaging with Oxford's world-renowned collections and expertise. By providing financial support and protected research time, fellowships empower scholars to pursue ambitious projects, expand professional networks and strengthen future career opportunities. The EBSCO Fellowship in Digital Humanities, North America, supports this mission by encouraging innovative digital scholarship and offering access to the Bodleian Libraries' special collections and the Centre for Digital Scholarship, helping fellows produce impactful research that contributes new perspectives to the humanities. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Resources power Illinois State Library's First-Ever Statewide Digital Library Program. Illinois State Library has chosen EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) to provide a rich collection of research databases that are now available to all libraries throughout Illinois. As part of Illinois' first-ever statewide digital library resource program, EBSCO resources provide high-quality, licensed content to academic, public, school, and special libraries including newspapers, magazines, scholarly journals, e-books, video collections, and other valuable research materials that support learning, teaching, and lifelong education for all Illinois residents. [Full Announcement].

2026 John Cotton Dana Awards celebrate 80 years of recognizing excellence in library marketing and communications. The 2026 John Cotton Dana (JCD) Award recipients have been selected, celebrating library marketing and communications through strategic and creative campaigns. Administered by the American Library Association's (ALA) Core Division in partnership with EBSCO Information Services, the awards provide up to eight $10,000 grants funded by the H.W. Wilson Foundation. These grants recognize outstanding public relations efforts that elevate the visibility and impact of library services. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services announces recipients of the 2026 EBSCO Solar Grant. EBSCO Information Services announced the recipients of the 2026 EBSCO Solar Grant program. The annual initiative supports libraries and educational institutions pursuing solar energy projects that reduce environmental impact, lower operating costs, and create new opportunities for sustainability education and community engagement. This year's recipients, Black River Falls Public Library in Black River Falls, Wisconsin; Cornwall Public Library in Cornwall, New York; Newburgh Chandler Public Library in Newburgh, Indiana; Lupane State University in Lupane, Zimbabwe; and the Dr Karen Guinee Library at the University of Galway in Galway, Ireland, will share a total of $300,000 to help offset the cost of solar panel installations, advancing their commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship within their communities. [Full Announcement].

Prince Mohammed bin Salman College of Business and Entrepreneurship selects EBSCO FOLIO to streamline library operations and enhance resource management. EBSCO Information Services announces that the Prince Mohammed bin Salman College of Business and Entrepreneurship Library has selected EBSCO FOLIO as its library services platform. By implementing FOLIO, MBSC Library has established a unified system for managing print and electronic resources, improving operational efficiency and supporting the institution's commitment to providing a world-class research environment. Located in Saudi Arabia, Prince Mohammed bin Salman College of Business and Entrepreneurship (MBSC) is dedicated to developing future business leaders through innovative education and entrepreneurship-focused programs. To support its growing academic and research needs, MBSC sought a modern library platform capable of integrating workflows, improving interoperability and providing the flexibility required for future growth. [Full Announcement].

NoveList Introduces Readers' Advisory Competencies Framework. NoveList, a division of EBSCO Information Services and a trusted source for readers' advisory expertise, announces the release of Readers' Advisory Competencies, a new framework designed to help libraries define, develop and advance readers' advisory skills across their organizations. Developed in collaboration with library professionals from public libraries across the United States and Canada, the Readers' Advisory Competencies provide a shared framework for building staff confidence, supporting professional growth, guiding training and expectations, and strengthening advisory services. The flexible framework recognizes that helping patrons discover books and other materials is a responsibility shared across the library and can be adapted to meet the needs of different communities, roles and organizational structures. [Full Announcement].

Heritage University approaches FOLIO go-live with confidence. The Donald K.C. North Library at Heritage University serves as both an academic and public library. It supports approximately 1,000 students, many from Hispanic and Native American communities, at one of the few Hispanic-Serving Institutions and Native American-Serving Nontribal Institutions in the United States. Before moving to FOLIO, the library used Alma and Primo through a consortium. While the system offered a wide range of functionality, it proved difficult for a small team to navigate and maintain on a daily basis. [Full Announcement].

EBSCOlearning launches AI-powered Resume Builder to transform resume creation for job seekers. EBSCOlearning, a division of EBSCO Information Services, has launched an updated resume builder tool within its Job & Career Accelerator resource, bringing AI-powered resume creation to job seekers at libraries, schools, and workforce development centers. The enhanced tool helps users quickly create professional, career-ready resumes using expert-vetted formats and built-in guidance at every step. Designed for job seekers at every stage, Resume Builder supports individuals entering the workforce, changing careers, or transitioning from military to civilian roles. The self-guided experience provides structure and confidence, allowing users to update or create resumes as their goals evolve, all within the Job & Career Accelerator resource. [Full Announcement].

OverDrive and EBSCO Information Services Announce New Integration to Enhance Discovery of Digital Resources in Academic Libraries. OverDrive and EBSCO Information Services announced a new integration that connects OverDrive's ebooks and audiobooks on Libby directly to the EBSCO Knowledge Base and EBSCO Discovery Service. This collaboration delivers on-going synchronization of digital library holdings within institutions' Integrated Library Systems, streamlining workflows for librarians, and enhancing discovery for students and faculty.Through this partnership, mutual customers can now discover Libby content directly within their existing EBSCO environments. The integration simplifies management of digital collections by allowing librarians to select OverDrive collections from the EBSCO Knowledge Base and automatically populate them into their catalogs. Students and faculty can discover ebooks and audiobooks alongside other library resources and seamlessly link to Libby to borrow content. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Clinical Decisions and AWHONN partner to drive clinical excellence in women's health, obstetric and neonatal nursing. EBSCO Clinical Decisions announced a strategic partnership with the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) to support exemplary nursing practice through the dissemination of evidence-based information, resources, and education. [Full Announcement].

Kortext catalogue now discoverable in GOBI from EBSCO, expanding choice and flexibility for library eBook acquisition. Kortext, a leading academic library supplier, today announced that its extensive perpetual access eBook catalogue is now available within GOBI Library Solutions from EBSCO, giving libraries greater flexibility in how they source and acquire digital content. The addition of the Kortext catalogue to GOBI comes at a time of significant change across the library sector. As institutions review established acquisition models and adapt to an evolving procurement landscape, Kortext is focused on supporting libraries with choice, continuity and control over how they work. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services adds four new titles to Its Magazine Archive Collection. EBSCO Information Services introduced four new magazine archives designed to help students and researchers expand their work with unique historical and cultural perspectives across science, outdoor life, photography, and recreation. The collections include Field & Stream Magazine Archive, Outdoor Life Magazine Archive, Popular Photography Magazine Archive and Popular Science Magazine Archive. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services launches EBSCOhost AI Exchange to connect AI tools to trusted research. EBSCO Information Services announced the launch of EBSCOhost AI Exchange, a new platform that connects AI systems and applications to licensed, peer-reviewed scholarly content; helping ensure AI-generated answers are grounded in sources users can verify and cite. As AI becomes a primary entry point to information for researchers, students, and professionals, the quality of sources behind those answers matters more than ever. EBSCOhost AI Exchange sits between publishers, AI systems, and end users, providing a governed framework that supports licensed access, proper attribution, and content delivery aligned with existing subscriptions and permissions. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services and Perplexity partner to ground AI Answers in peer-reviewed research. EBSCO Information Services announced a partnership with Perplexity that brings content from EBSCOhost research databases into Perplexity's Premium Sources, giving users access to peer-reviewed, full-text journals directly within Perplexity's answer engine, and Perplexity Computer, where users can carry out multi-step research tasks. For researchers, students, and knowledge workers who rely on authoritative sourcing, the integration means fewer dead ends and less context-switching. When Perplexity draws from EBSCOhost to answer a research question or complete a multi-step task, users can trace the response back to the underlying research paper. All users will see a reference with a link, and users with institutional EBSCOhost logins will be able to click through to the actual primary source. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services unveils new full-text database for child and adolescent studies. EBSCO Information Services announced the release of Child & Adolescent Studies Source, a comprehensive full-text database covering the latest research in child and adolescent growth and development. The resource supports interdisciplinary instruction and collaborative research for faculty, graduate students and professionals, bringing together authoritative content to help users explore complex issues and inform teaching and program development. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services expands CINAHL Ultimate with new instructional videos for nursing education. EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) continues its commitment to providing the largest and most comprehensive collection of nursing and allied health content by expanding the instructional videos available in CINAHL Ultimate. With the addition of 186 instructional videos, the database now features more than 300 videos designed to help nursing students and nurses develop practical skills and deepen their understanding of procedures and best practices in care. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services and GetFTR partner to streamline access to full text. EBSCO Information Services and GetFTR announce a new partnership that connects open web discovery with access to full text on EBSCOhost, simplifying the journey from open web discovery to trusted library access. Through the partnership, researchers at more than 70,000 institutions worldwide gain clearer visibility into full-text availability through their library, with more direct paths to content on EBSCOhost. When researchers discover supported content on the open web and in other discovery environments, GetFTR indicators show when full text is available and direct them to the article on EBSCOhost. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services appoints Allen Powell as Chief Executive Officer. EBSCO Information Services announced the appointment of Allen Powell as Chief Executive Officer. Powell brings extensive experience across the organization and a strong understanding of the company's customers, products and long-term strategy. Powell has served EBSCO in senior leadership roles for more than three decades. Most recently, he served as Interim Chief Executive Officer, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. In prior roles, he oversaw operational and financial functions for EBSCO's global office network and led the Serials and GOBI Library Solutions areas of the business. [Full Announcement].

EBSCO Information Services announces Launch of AgeLine with Full Text. EBSCO Information Services introduces AgeLine with Full Text, a comprehensive research resource focused on adults 50 and over that explores the social, psychological, economic and health aspects of aging. Designed for researchers, students and educators, the database supports scholarly research and teaching across multiple disciplines with full-text coverage of key literature in social gerontology. [Full Announcement].