Mudd Library

The Mudd Library

We're open every school day from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM and offer a wide range of resources and services to support learning, research, and discovery:

Extensive Collection: Over 15,000 print books plus thousands of eBooks and audiobooks for both academic research and personal reading.
Research Support: One-on-one or small-group guidance for research projects, along with collaboration opportunities for faculty.
Study Spaces: A variety of options designed for different needs
- Collaborative Work Zone for group projects and teamwork
- Focused Study Zone for quiet, independent work
- Silent Study Room for distraction-free concentration
- Three reservable Group Study Rooms for student use
Workshops & Programs: Sessions on research skills, media literacy, and digital citizenship.
Curated Displays: Monthly book displays highlighting new themes, topics, and authors.
Personalized Recommendation: Tailored reading suggestions for students, faculty, staff, and the HW community.
Technology Access: Desktop computers available for research, homework, printing, and browsing the catalog.
Device Support: Chargers and Wi-Fi-enabled laptops are available for checkout during the school day.

Digital Resources

SORA

Sora is our digital reading platform for eBooks and audiobooks, where you can:

Browse and borrow eBooks or audiobooks anytime
Send most borrowed books directly to your Kindle
Access eBook and audiobook versions of many English Class readings

To get started, select "Harvard-Westlake School" and log in with your HW credentials (same as your Hub). Download the Sora mobile app for easy reading and listening on the go.

Databases & Subscriptions

The Mudd Library provides access to a wide range of research databases and digital subscriptions, including scholarly journals, newspapers, primary sources, magazines, and reference materials, to support research, projects, and learning across all subjects.

MEET THE LIBRARY TEAM

The Mudd Library team is here to support students, faculty, and staff in every aspect of reading, research, and discovery. Each team member brings unique expertise and a love of connecting our community with the right resources, whether that's a perfect source for a paper or a new favorite book. Get to know us below!

Ms. Jessica Wahl (she/her) is an Upper School Librarian with a B.S. in Literature and a Master’s in Management in Library and Information Sciences. She helps students and faculty with database use, resource finding, and academic projects. In her free time, she enjoys reading old Hollywood biographies, history, and trivia. She’s passionate about preserving unmarked graves and shares her research on silent-era Hollywood stars. Contact her for assistance with database navigation, finding specialized sources, citation help, and unique facts!

Mrs. Kacie Cox (she/her) is an Upper School Librarian and Programs Coordinator. With a background in adolescent development and a Master's in Library and Information Science, she blends research expertise with a passion for connecting students to the right books, tools, and ideas. As Programs Coordinator, she helps create and lead school-wide events and initiatives. She is also the creator and lead of the Student Library Advisory Committee (SLAC), a group that gives students a voice in shaping library services, collections, and events. Outside of HW, you'll find her reading, gaming, crafting, or writing. She's always happy to chat about research strategies, citation tips, study skills, or even the latest in pop culture!

Mrs. Kelly Weinhart-Henry (she/her) is a part-time Upper School Library Assistant, where she enjoys supporting the wonderful librarians and students with all things library life. She holds a B.A. in TV/Film and has previously worked in television as a field producer, with a primary focus on directing in the creative world of HGTV. Her career took her all over the world before she transitioned closer to home, where she discovered her new passion for libraries. When she's not in the library, she enjoys ceramics, puzzles, concerts, and going on adventures with her family.

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