Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading. It will take place across Scotland on 17–23 November 2025. This year’s theme, Friendship, invites us to explore the connections that shape our lives – through stories, shared experiences, and the simple act of reading together. What’s on From author readings and panel discussions […]
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Green Libraries Week 2025: Seeds of Change at the Library
Monday 27 October – Sunday 2 November This year’s Green Libraries Week invites us to reflect on how libraries can be catalysts for environmental change. Under the national theme “Seeds of Change – Make a Difference with Your Library”, we’re proud to showcase our own green initiatives and invite you to join us in making […]
Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone
For this year’s World Mental Health Day, the Mental Health Foundation are focusing on the mental health impact of repeated exposure to news coverage of crises and conflicts. The world is going through a tough time right now and even if you’re not directly affected by events, it can still feel like a lot to cope […]
Black History Month 2025: Standing Firm in Power and Pride
This October, the Library is proud to celebrate Black History Month 2025, honouring the rich cultural heritage, creativity, and contributions of Black communities across the UK and beyond. This year’s theme is Standing Firm in Power and Pride. Curated Reading List Our librarians have selected a vibrant collection of books that explore Black history, literature, […]
Skills Week: Boost your academic, digital & research skills
Skills Week, beginning on Monday, 6th October, will feature a variety of events designed to help you enhance your academic, digital and research skills. What’s On Library Skills Join our library workshops to enhance your research, referencing, and study skills. Workshop Date Time Book a place Harvard Referencing Monday 6 October 13:00 – 14:00 Book a place […]
Celebrate Stirling Pride 2025
Stirling Pride is back for 2025, taking place on Saturday, 20th September. This year promises to be bigger and brighter than ever! For the first time, Stirling will host its very own Pride March, starting at Kings Park at 11am and making its way to King Street, where the main stage will be set up for […]
Online Surveys: Beyond the Basics – book your place now!
JISC Online Surveys invites staff and students to join their upcoming Beyond the Basics session on Wednesday, 1st October – a perfect opportunity to deepen your understanding of advanced survey features. This session is designed for those who have already attended the Online Surveys Essentials training and are ready to explore more powerful tools within Online Surveys. What’s covered in Beyond […]
Welcome to University: book display, graffiti wall & bingo!
Starting university is exciting, overwhelming, and full of questions. That’s why we’ve created a special Welcome to University book display near the library entrance to help you settle in, find your feet, and feel supported from day one. Whether you’re wondering how to manage your time, make friends, or simply survive your first essay, we’ve got books […]
Reminder to complete Stirling Essentials self-paced modules
All University of Stirling students are reminded to complete the following Stirling Essentials self-paced modules: Stirling Essentials also contains useful information regarding university orientation for 2025/26.
Introduction to Canvas Modules in 2025/26
Through gathering feedback and analysis of how modules are being accessed and used, especially on mobile devices, changes to the layout of Canvas modules have been introduced for 2025/26. You can find out more about these on the Navigating Canvas Modules at Stirling guidance page. This includes an interactive image to help guide you through the different […]