In typical romance novelist style we are asking for feedback from our users… Some places quietly shape our lives. They don’t shout about it. They don’t demand much from us. They simply wait, doors open, shelves lined, lights on. And somehow, over time, they become the backdrop to first discoveries, small escapes, big dreams, rainy […]
LGBT+ History Month: Science & Innovation
Every February, the UK comes together to celebrate LGBT+ History Month, a time dedicated to honouring the past, present, and future of LGBT+ individuals. This year, we focus on science and innovation. Science and innovation impact our daily lives, from the technology we use to developments in healthcare, as well as helping us to address global […]
Secure Teams Meetings
We have seen an increase in AI bots joining Teams Meetings unannounced so here is some advice on setting up secure Teams Meetings. This needs to be done on a per-meeting basis as it is not currently the default setting. Further advice on Teams Meeting options can be found here: Meeting options in Microsoft Teams […]
Why Digital Skills Matter: Discover the Digital Skills Hub
In today’s world, digital skills are no longer optional — they are essential. Whether you are a student preparing for your future career or a staff member supporting learning, teaching, and services, digital capability plays a vital role in how we work, learn, and thrive. The Digital Skills Hub is there to support everyone in […]
Combating misinformation online
Confused about the information you see online? Worried that you can’t trust online sources? Have you been told that you have used an inappropriate source for an essay? Library staff have put together an online guide to evaluating information sources: The guide contains links to: Library staff are running a number of sessions in the […]
Final year festival: celebrating your journey and preparing for what’s next
This year Information Services is part of a new Final Year Festival which will showcase the resources and support available to final year students as you approach the critical dissertation phase of your degree and prepare to leave the University. The Final year festival will run on week beginning 16th February – read on to […]
Final-Year Festival: Focus on Dissertations
Information Services are here to support you at every stage of your dissertation. As part of the Final-Year Festival, running from Monday 16 to Friday 20 February, we’ll be showcasing the wide range of support and resources available to you, alongside a series of practical workshops. Whether you need help with citation managers, database searching, […]
You Said, We Didn’t 2025
We love hearing your ideas, suggestions, and the occasional inspired rant about how the library should work. Many of your suggestions turn into real improvements. But some… well… here are a few things you asked for that we didn’t do – and why. “Stop the lights going out.” You said: The motion-sensor lights are annoying, they switch off when you’re studying […]
You Said, we Did – Library and IT Services at the University of Stirling
At Library and IT Services, we love listening to our students and staff — and taking meaningful action when possible. Over the past year, you’ve shared your experiences, frustrations and ideas, and we’ve been busy turning that feedback into real improvements. Here’s a look at what you told us, and what we did in response. […]
Kortext Functionality
Using a Kortext etextbook this semester? Did you know that you can use the Kortext study+ features to: More information: https://libguides.stir.ac.uk/ebooks