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Apply today – Library Assistant Job Opening

July 11, 2022

The Durland Alternatives Library (DAL) is accepting applications for the position of part-time Library Assistant. We’re looking for someone who’s attracted to the subject matter and mission of our library…

The Durland Alternatives Library has reopened!

September 8, 2021

Hours will be 11 am to 8 pm — Monday – Friday. Saturday & Sunday 11 am to 5 pm. Come to the library at 130 Anabel Taylor Hall, or…

Still here.. A reflection about Durland Alternatives Library

February 15, 2021

EDITORIAL BY LIBRARY DIRECTOR RYAN CLOVER-OWENS Last March the library closed in accordance with Cornell’s safety response to Covid-19. This of course completely shut down our circulation of materials, live…

First Voices Radio!

October 12, 2020

Happy Indigenous People’s Day! It’s with great honor on this occasion to announce a library partnership with First Voices Radio, hosted by Tiokasin Ghosthorse. First Voices Radio is a Voice…

Certain Days Freedom for Political Prisoners Calendars!

September 30, 2020

Every year the Alternatives Library keeps a stack of these calendars available for patrons to purchase. Since the library is closed due to Covid-19, I wanted to share the announcement…

Impacts of Plastic Virtual Summit, 9/17 – 9/20

September 17, 2020

We are thrilled to announce the lineup and program for the A-Z Impacts of Plastic Summit happening LIVE this week from Thursday – Sunday 9/17 – 9/20. The Alternatives Library…

Apply today – Community Tech Support

September 15, 2020

Community Tech Support Agent – Work Study Position Help resolve support tickets for nonprofit and community organizations who are adapting to online events and organizing. As a support agent you…