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At JSTOR, our mission is to improve access to knowledge and education for people around the world. We're excited to share several new initiatives leveraging cutting-edge technology to make scholarly materials more accessible, interactive, and engaging for our users. Here's a detailed look at the latest advancements we recently shared at ALA 2024 in San Diego.

Explore the challenges of explosive demand in computer science departments at colleges, the faculty shortage, and the need for innovative solutions to enrich academic experiences and career opportunities for graduates.

Discover how Meghan Kelly and the Wyoming Community College Commission secured permanent access to JSTOR's extensive collection of archival journals and primary sources for seven Wyoming community colleges without recurring fees. A unique one-time payment option made this initiative possible.

Explore JSTOR's new collections for a diverse tapestry of history, culture, and creativity in various multimedia formats. Discover notable additions this month!

We are actively learning from usage, real-world applications, and user feedback in a limited beta environment to build out capabilities thoughtfully, intentionally, incrementally, and most importantly–based on evidence. This blog post delves into the rationale, construction, and current functionality of JSTOR’s beta generative AI tool, as well as the key themes and insights that have emerged from our analysis of its usage.

Assessing the Path to Open initiative in a recent webinar by Library Journal and JSTOR. Learn about the collaborative funding model for open access academic monographs developed with ACLS, University of Michigan Press, and The University of North Carolina Press. Key points, updates, and future directions discussed.

Discover the rise of Central American cinema through insightful essays in "The Rise of Central American Film in the Twenty-First Century." Explore the dramatic resurgence of filmmaking in the region from Belize to Panama. Learn about JSTOR's Path to Open pilot program supporting open access publishing for diverse voices in the academic world.

Artstor on JSTOR isn’t just images. Artstor collections encompass multimedia content, including audio, video, and panorama formats. The sound, motion, and visual depth of these formats makes possible a more immersive and engaging research experience, while simultaneously boosting accessibility and supporting diverse learning styles. Learn about our ever-expanding collection of multimedia content. Beyond images: Multimedia […]

Discover how Sarah Kiyak, a teacher at Alexandria High School in Virginia, leveraged JSTOR's generative AI tool to enhance student engagement, foster research skills, and streamline workflows in her classroom.

Explore the profound impact of loss, connection, and the humanities through a personal journey of grief and discovery.