Information Services invites you to join us for some fantastic events to help you hit the ground running when it comes to the Library and IT at the University of Stirling.
What’s on…
Visit the Student Welcome and Support Hub
Visit the Student Welcome and Support Hub on level 3 in Campus Central for all the information and support you need to get started at the University of Stirling. The hub will be open from 10.00 to 16.00 from Thursday 19 January until Friday 27 January.
You’ll be able to get help with enrolment, get support on visas and immigration, ask queries about finance and get help with setting up your IT equipment. Student Support Services will be on hand to answer any other questions you have and there’s a free University goody bag for all who attend.
Essential Student Guide to Library and IT Services
Learn all about the Library and IT services at Stirling including how to install Office365 for free, access our many online resources, and use our wonderful Library. All new students are asked to attend the Essential Guide to Library and IT Services workshop. This workshop will give you a head start in your academic studies.
| Date | Time | Book a place |
| Wednesday 18th January | 12-1pm | Book now |
| Monday 23rd January | 1-2pm | Book now |
| Tuesday 31st January | 12-1pm | Book now |
Canvas, Teams, and other technology for classes
Wondering how to make your way around Canvas? Join one of our Canvas orientation workshops for advice on logging in/navigating, setting up notifications, groups and getting help. Learn about Panopto (Listen Again to lectures), how to upload your assignments, and Microsoft Teams. Canvas, Teams, and other technology for classes is a compulsory workshop for all students.
Stirling Essentials Study Skills Workshops
We have a great set of library and IT study skills webinar workshops to help you prepare for successful study at Stirling. The webinars are informal and there will be opportunities to ask questions. We’ve listed some of them below. For more information and to book a place click on the title of the session(s) you are interested in.
| Date and time | Title |
| Thursday 31th January, 2-3pm | Office365: What is it and how can it help with your studies |
| Wednesday 1st February, 2-3pm | Assignments: creating, saving, and submitting |
| Tuesday 7th February, 12-1pm | Finding Library Resources (books, journal articles etc) |
| Monday 13th February, 12-1pm | Introduction to RefWorks – referencing software |
| Tuesday 21st February, 11-12pm | Developing digital skills for your studies and future employability |
Visit Stirling Essentials Study Skills Workshops for a full list of all study skills webinars including sessions on writing, reading, studying, and researching.
Library Tours
Check out the Library, meet our friendly Library staff and find out all about the services and facilities on offer.
Wi-Fi Wizards
Need help getting connected to Wi-Fi? Our Wi-Fi Wizards will help you get online. You’ll find them, in the Library on level 2 in front of the Information Centre.
Download the University of Stirling app!
Get all your university services at your fingertips with our new University of Stirling app! The University of Stirling app provides real-time, on-the-go, anytime information to support you during your time at Stirling. It is available to all students and staff for free.
Find the app on the Apple Store or the Google Play Store by searching for University of Stirling.
Get Social
Keep up-to-date with all your Library and IT information by following us on social media.
- Twitter isstirling
- Instagram isstirling
See the University’s handy guide to find out more about what you can expect during your first week at Stirling.