Libraries Events, Workshops, and Activities

Dog Days
Fall 2026
Take a break with certified therapy dogs at Dog Days, a Purdue Libraries’ event to help you relax and recharge during the semester.
Event Dates:
- Third Friday: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM, HSSE Library
- November 20
Special Event Dates:
- Prep Week: December 9, 2:00–4:00 PM, HICKS Library; December 10, 5:00–7:00 PM, HSSE Library
- Finals Week: December 14, 5:00–7:00 PM, HICKS Library

Purdue University Archives and Special Collections Exhibition–”The History of Home Economics at Purdue: How It Shaped Our Campus and Our Lives”
Purdue University Archives and Special Collections invites you to view a new exhibition, “The History of Home Economics at Purdue: How It Shaped Our Campus and Our Lives,” which will explore the origins, growth, and lasting impact of home economics at Purdue University.
Exhibition on View
- August 24–December 11, 2026
- Monday–Friday | 10:00 AM–4:30 PM
- Virginia Kelly Karnes Archives and Special Collections Research Center, 4th Floor HSSE Library in Stewart Center

GIS Day
November 12, 2026
Discover real-world uses of geographic information systems through student research, lightning talks, keynote speakers, and networking opportunities at Purdue’s annual GIS Day.

A Celebration of Books
Fall 2026: December 2, 3:00–5:00 PM
Celebrate Purdue faculty authors and their scholarly work at this annual event hosted by Purdue Libraries and School of Information Studies.