The University’s official cyber security training covers the essentials everyone needs to know. But if you fancy going a step further and getting some real hands-on practice, there are some great free platforms out there that let you do just that. Ever wondered how attackers actually get into systems or how to stop them? You […]
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Watch our Cyber Police series and learn new skills
Closing out Cyber Month, is the Cyber Police Series: Think Netflix, but cyber. Follow Detective Luis Moreno as he tackles real-world cybercrime cases in London, uncovering how criminals operate and how they’re caught. If you are familiar with the first 4 seasons, you will be delighted to hear that season 5, tipped as the most […]
Know the Scams Targeting You
Don’t get played: the scams to know about this term Welcome to Stirling if you’re just arriving, and welcome back if you’re returning! Whether you’re still finding your way around campus or already know the best spot in the library, there’s one thing worth a few minutes of your time before term gets busy: scams. […]
Week 3: Keeping Kids Safe Online
For staff or students with families or younger people in their lives, this week is all about protecting the younger people in your life. We’ll cover how to keep kids safe online, including the growing risk from AI tools that can misuse photos, plus links to trusted resources for parents. We recently joined the Cyber […]
Spotlight on a service – Wish you were here 🌿📚
Greetings from the Library! While summer holidays might bring thoughts of sandy beaches, mountain retreats, or lazy days in the sunshine, there’s a little corner of calm right here on campus that’s perfect for rest, relaxation, and recharging. Wish you were here? Let us show you around… First stop: our Wellbeing Space. Tucked away with […]
Spotlight on a Service – Library Study Facilities 📚✨
For many students, the Library is more than just a place to study — it’s the meeting place on campus. It’s where group chats turn into study sessions, where ideas are shared, and where you can find a space that suits exactly how you like to work. Whether you prefer a lively, social environment or […]
Spotlight on a Service: Getting graduation-ready with help from UniDesk Self-Service Portal.
Congratulations, you made it! 🎉 Whether you’ve completed your Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught, or Postgraduate Research qualification — this is a huge achievement, and you should be incredibly proud. As you get ready to graduate and take your next steps, there are just a few important things to wrap up before you leave the University. To […]
Phishing Alert: Fake SharePoint Emails Targeting the University
Universities across the sector are currently being targeted by a sophisticated phishing campaign. How it works Users will receive what looks like a standard SharePoint document invitation, usually from a colleague or someone you know, sent via Microsoft SharePoint itself (no-reply@sharepoint.com). It looks completely legitimate, which is exactly the point. Clicking the above link opened […]
Why we’re introducing storage limits for SharePoint and OneDrive
Over the coming months, you may notice changes to how much data can be stored in SharePoint and OneDrive. These changes are deliberate, necessary, and have a much bigger impact than you might expect. What are the new limits? To help manage our digital storage more sustainably and responsibly: These limits apply to new sites […]
Things Found in Books: A Free Concert in the Library
Have you ever opened a book and discovered something unexpected tucked between its pages? A handwritten note.A faded photograph.An old receipt, postcard or pressed flower. These small, forgotten objects carry stories – glimpses of lives once lived, moments paused in time. On Friday 29 May, we’re inviting you to celebrate those stories with a very […]