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December 2023 Outreach Toolkit

This page contains library outreach ideas for December 2023. To view the contents of the full Marketing Outreach Toolkit, visit the project LibGuide.

Retention and Enrollment

Graphic design of a smiling potted plant that reads: Student Appreciation Plant Party, Lilly LibraryStudent Appreciation Plant Party

Show students how much they are appreciated by hosting a Plant Party at the library! Gather some small pots and succulents to offer as giveaways and have the students decorate the pots during the event.

Let's grow!

 

 

Toy elf sitting in a chair with legs crossed next to a bookshelf and piles of toy books on a table.Elf on the Bookshelf

The popular “Elf on the Shelf” game, but in the library! Place your elf in different locations and scenarios leading up to winter break to create engagement with students and other library patrons. Don’t have an elf? Use your campus mascot instead!

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Academic and Career Success

GIF of a smiling sun coming out of clouds that reads: It's ok to take a break. Visit the Relaxation Station in [NAME] Library!Relaxation Stations

Legos! Coloring books! Writing affirmation exercises! Give students a break from studying during finals week by providing a relaxation station in the library. Fill your station with mind-soothing activities that reduce stress.

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Access and Affordability

Graphic design with student sitting at a desk, facing a laptop. Decorative elements include black text, dots, and icons depicting remote resources.Remote Access Reminder

As students depart for holidays and winter breaks, remind them how to access library services remotely. These templates can also be used in case of any closures due to inclement weather.

Connect students remotely

Toolkit Tip of the Month

Graphic of a yellow typewriter, crumpled piece of paper, and lightbulb that reads: Content for 2024Repurpose Content

Remember you can always repurpose content! Any photos or graphics you are posting this month (or any) may come in handy a year from now. Get ahead of the game by organizing your photos, videos, graphics, and other content in a "2024" folder that you can quickly access in the year to come.

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