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Liz Ott

@elizott.bsky.social

Director of the Rose Library, Emory University, she/her

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Very sad to see the news of Bill Buice’s passing. He was always such a sunny presence in the world of Rare Books, welcoming, kind, and enthusiastic.

18.11.2025 15:54 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Trans Histories of the Medieval Book - Arc Humanities Press Archival collections are political spaces: the decisions that govern whose histories are preserved, when, and by whom are not neutral. They reflect the commu...

It's true: I wrote a book. And what's more, the book is done and soon you'll be able to own a copy. And what's more more, if you want a hard copy you can order one for 50% off now, with the code SAR50. And if you want it digitally, it'll be open access!

www.arc-humanities.org/978180270163...

08.10.2025 15:17 β€” πŸ‘ 212    πŸ” 87    πŸ’¬ 16    πŸ“Œ 13

It’s the only joke I need

05.09.2025 11:25 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This is such a good joke. Joke of the century. I’m going to be laughing about this forever. 10000000/10

05.09.2025 00:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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You asked, we listened. πŸ’™ Starting Sept 2nd, users can schedule their research appointments for up until 6pm on both Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the Fall semester. For the rest of the work week, our reading room will remain open for use from 10am to 4pm. Check out our hours: buff.ly/2WRqUSN

28.08.2025 17:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I did forget for a second that there’s a game called cricket and thought this was about an archive of insects

27.08.2025 15:12 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

That’s probably what I will end up doing! BSA generously sponsored the last iteration

22.08.2025 16:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I really do need to find someone to pay me to teach my c19-20 book history/bibliography class here in Atlanta. I mean probably when I have bandwidth I’ll do it on my own because I believe in the value of the class but it would be nice to get paid for it!

22.08.2025 16:24 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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We are thrilled to receive a $280,000 grant through @gettymuseum.bsky.social's Black Visual Art Archives program! These grants aim to increase access to important archival collections across the USA with work by Black artists. Rose's grant is to support processing of the Jim Alexander photographs.

21.08.2025 17:44 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I do not know of a single public university president or chancellor who has even _tried_ making this point to the student body and their parents. It is such a pathetic abdication of leadership

14.08.2025 02:09 β€” πŸ‘ 105    πŸ” 37    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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So captivated by this Lavender Baedecker from the @roselibraryemory.bsky.social collections. Circa early 1960s. Of course I had to look up Birmingham to see where the gay bar used to be

16.07.2025 11:57 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Assistant Professor of English The Department of English at Wesleyan University seeks a published poet for a tenure-track appointment beginning July 1, 2026. Teaching responsibilities include two courses per semester in introductor...

We are hiring a tenure track poet! I’m so excited / spread the word… wesleyan.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/career...

16.07.2025 11:42 β€” πŸ‘ 123    πŸ” 90    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 5

Oh sorry, let me fix that :)

27.06.2025 12:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Yes I am! Yes absolutely do dm me happy to chat.

27.06.2025 12:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Reposting for more visibility! JOB OPENING! Come work with me!

I’ve been refraining from trophy posting about the collections but you could be part of the literary legacy of Alice Walker, Lucille Clifton, Salman Rushdie, Seamus Heaney.

Even better, YOU can determine who joins them in posterity!

27.06.2025 12:31 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 10    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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National Humanities Center Announces Dr. Blair LM Kelley as New President After a nationwide search, the National Humanities Center is pleased to announce the selection of historian Blair LM Kelley as its next president and director. Dr. Kelley's appointment marks a pivotal...

Congratulations to Dr. @profblmkelley.bsky.social ! nationalhumanitiescenter.org/national-hum...

26.06.2025 22:11 β€” πŸ‘ 100    πŸ” 13    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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Asters blooming πŸŒΈπŸ’

26.06.2025 19:12 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Review deadline extended: July 9!

There is still time to apply to the Curator of Literary & Poetry Collections position at Emory!

apply.interfolio.com/167978

I’m very happy to speak to folks about this role! This is a phenom. opportunity to work with a stellar staff and unparalleled collections!

26.06.2025 14:57 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 8    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

What do you think is the most 80s movie ever?

19.06.2025 18:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

JOB KLAXON Rose Library hiring Curator of Literary and Poetry Collections!

The first review deadline is this Friday!

My inbox is open if you have questions!

16.06.2025 15:29 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I should say I can also connect you with someone on the search committee at UNC. Also, also, you may be interested to know that at my current institution, we are also in recruitment for a curator! I can tell you more about that as well.

16.06.2025 15:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Yes! Please do! You can also email me at Elizabeth dot Ott at Emory dot edu

16.06.2025 15:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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NYT always discriminating against bibliography

13.06.2025 17:48 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

UNC Library isn’t on Bluesky
I guess so I’m sharing that they’re currently recruiting for the Hanes Curator of Rare Books: unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/301...

This is an amazing opportunity! Happy to talk to anyone about my experiences when I held this role!

06.06.2025 15:08 β€” πŸ‘ 78    πŸ” 52    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Want to know more about our Curator of Literary & Poetry Collections position? Join us at 3pm EST on June 3rd for an information session! Register here: emory.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

29.05.2025 15:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Join us for our information session Tuesday, June 3 at 3 pm ESTβ€”registration link available in application link below!

29.05.2025 14:14 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Check w Rebecca Bauman they have a fanzine collection at Indiana

23.05.2025 19:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

You should post this to ex libris

20.05.2025 00:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0