It’s good to take study breaks, especially during exam season. We’ve left some colouring sheets and coloured pencils in the Short Loan Collection area on Level Two in the Library for you to use. Please use the table and chair provided or grab a seat at the desks in corner and enjoy the beautiful views of the […]
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Open 24/7, extra study space and peace and quiet
We have all your exam study space needs covered. Here a few of the things we have put in place. Open 24/7 Until Thursday the 17th May the Library will be open 24/7 for exam study. Additional Study Space In addition to being open 24 hours a day we have also opened the Enterprise Zone […]
De-stress Yourself
Everyone gets stressed during exams but it’s important not to let it get out of control. We have gathered some of our favourite articles and ideas on coping with exam stress and keeping your stress levels down during the exam period. Stirling Resources How to prepare for exams (student tips) How to relax in 7 short […]
Learning and Teaching Day – Friday 24th March
Friday is the Student Union’s Learning and Teaching Day. Learning and Teaching Day is designed to let you, the students, feed directly into a number of consultations on University procedures, policies and projects. The day will bring together staff and students from across the University to look at how we can further improve the student […]
Digital Security – Phishing Alert for Staff
Police Alert We have received notification from Police Scotland that fraudsters are sending out a high number of phishing emails to university email addresses claiming to be from your HR department. The email claims that the recipient is entitled to a pay rise and to click on a link to claim the pay rise. The […]
From VLE to LMS – Digital Learning Environment – Feedback Sessions
Information Services (IS) is beginning a tendering process for the University’s Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) with a view to implementing a new integrated, next generation Learning Management System (LMS) in time for Academic Year 2017/2018. IS is interested to hear colleagues’ views on what a digital learning environment should offer and are keen to hear of positive […]
Is the Writing on the Wall for Library Fines?
Have you had to pay a fine that you thought was a bit harsh? Have you needed a book that was overdue for return? If you have any thoughts on this, write them on the Library graffiti wall on Level 3 of the main stairwell. Constructive suggestion, or just want to “get us telt”? The floor, […]
#AcBookWeek is back 23-28 January 2017
Academic Book Week (#AcBookWeek) – the week-long celebration of the diversity, innovation and influence of academic books throughout history is returning for a second year from 23-28 January 2017 following the success of 2015. Please see the Academic Book Week website for more information. Ahead of Academic Book Week, the Top 20 Academic Books that […]
Succeed Downtime – Saturday 14th January
Succeed will be unavailable on Saturday 14th January, 9.00-11.00am. This planned downtime will allow us to upgrade the file store on both Succeed and the database server.
Turnitin Planned Downtime – Saturday 7th January
We have been notified by Turnitin that due to essential maintenance the Turnitin service will be unavailable from 3-11pm on Saturday 7th January. Please be aware that no submissions or grading will be possible through this service during this time. We therefore advise that submission deadlines are set outside of this maintenance window. Please follow @TurnitinStatus for […]