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Glen Samuels, a proud UCF alumnus from the Class of 2010, is the Access Services Night Supervisor at the UCF Library. Dedicated to supporting students, he plays a crucial role in keeping the library running smoothly into the late hours—staying on duty until 1 AM on weekdays. Whether assisting with research, managing resources, or ensuring a welcoming study environment, Glen is a reliable presence for night owls who rely on the library as a hub for learning and success. We asked Glen a few questions about his experience here at UCF and what he finds most important about his career here at UCF.

If you are a UCF student, chances are you’ve used your UCF account to access various databases, journals, and articles. The UCF Library provides students with access to a variety of subscriptions, including research materials, historical artifacts, skill modules, educational videos, online newspapers, and more. One resource you may not have been

The UCF Libraries are implementing a new study room booking process for the John C. Hitt Library to better meet student needs. After gathering feedback and analyzing usage patterns, we have made adjustments to ensure fair access to study spaces while addressing concerns about availability.

We are pleased to announce that OverKnight Study is back for the Final Exam period of the Spring semester! We’re offering extended hours on selected dates in the John C. Hitt Library from 1:00am – 6:00am. Amenities include 200 study seats, access to desktop PCs, drink and snack machines and security staffing. Below are the following dates of the OverKnight Study for the Spring Semester:

We’re excited to announce that the UCF Library now has access to Springer-Nature’s extensive collection of academic journals. With thousands of peer-reviewed journals, eBooks, and reference works at your fingertips. Springer-Nature provides fast access to students and faculty.

Springer Nature is the reading platform of choice for researchers worldwide — it is the home to the world’s most influential journals and databases.

With fast access to journals, eBooks, reference works, and protocols, the platform provides users with peer-reviewed content across a vast range of subject disciplines.

As a UCF student or faculty member, you now have access to 39 high-demand Nature Journals! These are all available via Primo, the library databases page, or from the Springer-Nature databases link.