As the nights draw in and Halloween approaches, there’s no better time to curl up with a good book that will keep you turning the pages long after dark. This Halloween, we’re celebrating all things spooky with a special Halloween book display in the library. Whether you’re a fan of classic Gothic fiction, ghost stories, […]
Cyber Security – Get skilled
The University’s official cyber security training covers the essentials everyone needs to know. But if you fancy going a step further and getting some real hands-on practice, there are some great free platforms out there that let you do just that. Ever wondered how attackers actually get into systems or how to stop them? You […]
Watch our Cyber Police series and learn new skills
Closing out Cyber Month, is the Cyber Police Series: Think Netflix, but cyber. Follow Detective Luis Moreno as he tackles real-world cybercrime cases in London, uncovering how criminals operate and how they’re caught. If you are familiar with the first 4 seasons, you will be delighted to hear that season 5, tipped as the most […]
Green Libraries Week: Grow something green with the library
Green Libraries Week returns from 21 to 28 October, celebrating the role libraries play in supporting sustainability and positive environmental action. Throughout the week, we’re highlighting simple ways to make a difference, support wellbeing, and connect with our community. Free Spider Plant Giveaway To mark Green Libraries Week, we’re once again giving away free spider […]
Know the Scams Targeting You
Don’t get played: the scams to know about this term Welcome to Stirling if you’re just arriving, and welcome back if you’re returning! Whether you’re still finding your way around campus or already know the best spot in the library, there’s one thing worth a few minutes of your time before term gets busy: scams. […]
Week 3: Keeping Kids Safe Online
For staff or students with families or younger people in their lives, this week is all about protecting the younger people in your life. We’ll cover how to keep kids safe online, including the growing risk from AI tools that can misuse photos, plus links to trusted resources for parents. We recently joined the Cyber […]
Banned Books Week: Celebrating the freedom to read
Banned Books Week is an annual event that highlights the importance of intellectual freedom and the right to access a wide range of ideas, perspectives and stories. Many well-known books have faced challenges or calls for removal over the years, often because they explore complex, controversial or challenging topics. Banned Books Week encourages us to […]
World Mental Health Day 2026: Listening, supporting and taking a moment for yourself
World Mental Health Day takes place on 10 October and this year’s theme, Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change, reminds us of the importance of listening to one another and creating space for conversations about mental health. University life can be rewarding, but it can also be demanding. Deadlines, balancing study with work and […]
Celebrate Wee Read Day with the Library
Thursday 7 October is Wee Read Day, Scotland’s national celebration of reading. Whether you’re an avid reader or haven’t picked up a book in a while, it’s the perfect opportunity to discover a new story, take a break from studying, and enjoy the benefits of reading. Take the Wee Read Pledge This year, why not […]
Free 1-to-1 writing tutorials available for all students
Are you struggling with getting started on an essay? Have you received some writing feedback that you don’t understand? Do you want to take your thesis writing to the next level? We’re now offering a new free service to all students: one-to-one writing tutorials with a published, professional writer through the Royal Literary Fund. About […]