University Mental Health Day takes place on Thursday 12 March 2026, bringing universities across the UK together to focus on student wellbeing and the importance of looking after our mental health. Run by Student Minds and the University Mental Health Advisers Network, the annual campaign encourages students, staff and universities to talk openly about mental […]
Library and IT Opening Hours – Easter 2026
Hopping into the Easter weekend? The Library will be open throughout the holiday period so you can study, relax, or recharge whenever suits you best. Our Easter opening hours are: Day Time Good Friday (3 April) 8am – 8pm Saturday (4 April) 10am – 8pm Easter Sunday (5 April) 10am – 8pm Easter Monday (6 […]
Changes to Chrome Browser Extensions
Our Cyber Security Manager shares an important update on upcoming changes to Chrome browser extensions. Most of us install browser extensions without thinking twice. Dark mode. Grammar checker. AI sidebar. Screenshot tool. Calendar helper. They’re small. Convenient. Harmless… right? Unfortunately, not always. I know what you’re thinking, “We’re about to lose the ability to install […]
Love letters to the library: What you told us in 2026
Every year, our Love Letter to the Library activity gives our students and visitors the chance to say what the Information Services really means to them. This year’s messages – collected from children, students, and members of the wider community – offered warmth, humour, honesty, and a few thoughtful challenges too. After reading through the […]
Final‑Year Festival: Library and IT Roundup
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Final‑Year Festival workshops and at the Final-Year Festival Hub. It’s been fantastic to see so many students building skills and confidence as final submissions and graduations approach. If you missed a session or want to revisit one, all of our library skills workshop recordings are now […]
Celebrate the National Year of Reading in the Library
As we take part in the National Year of Reading, we’re celebrating the many ways reading can support your wellbeing. Reading isn’t just for study — it can offer comfort, inspiration, a sense of calm, and a much‑needed break from the daily busyness of university life. Explore Our Wellbeing Collections In the Library Wellbeing Space […]
Celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day with new LinkedIn Learning resources
In recognition of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day (8 March), we’re delighted to share two new resources from LinkedIn Learning designed to activate learning, build confidence, and strengthen opportunities for women across our community. Throughout March, we celebrate the achievements, contributions, and impact of women past and present – while also looking ahead […]
Library & IT for a Greener Campus: Green Week 2026
Get ready to go green and get involved! Green Week (9–13 March) is your chance to celebrate sustainability, active travel, biodiversity and waste reduction with staff, students and our local community. Whether you’re keen to explore nature, learn something new, or make a positive impact, there’s plenty to spark your interest this week. Join Us […]
Digital Cleanup Day 2026
Every year on 21 March, Digital Cleanup Day invites individuals, organisations, and communities around the world to take a step back and rethink the way we interact with our digital lives. What may seem like an abstract idea — deleting old files, clearing out unused apps, streamlining storage — actually has real-world consequences for the planet, our privacy, […]
Women’s History Month – LinkedIn Learning Learner Challenge
Looking to learn something meaningful in just 5–10 minutes a day? The Celebrating Women LinkedIn Learning Challenge is a powerful way to deepen your understanding of gender issues in the workplace and beyond. Each short daily lesson explores themes like everyday activism, overcoming gender barriers, amplifying women’s voices, and tackling bias. It’s free for all […]