The University of Stirling’s Information Services has once again demonstrated its strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, following the second annual review of our CSE accreditation that took place in January 2026. The assessment confirmed that Information Services is a highly customer focused department, led by a clear vision and supported by a dedicated and motivated workforce. As a result, the assessor had no […]
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Spotlight on Referencing Software.
Referencing doesn’t have to be scary – we’re here to help If the word referencing makes you sigh, panic, or quietly close your laptop, you’re not alone. Getting your citations right can feel fiddly and time‑consuming, especially when you’re juggling deadlines, readings, and everything else that comes with studying. The good news? You don’t have […]
Introducing Our New Monthly IS Spotlight: Discover the Tools & Services You Didn’t Know You Had
We’re excited to announce the launch of a new monthly blog series from Information Services (IS), designed to shine a light on the wide range of software, tools, and support services available to both staff and students. Why are we launching this series? Because of you. In recent student feedback, some students shared that while […]
The Library Wellbeing Space: Do You Know It’s There?
Tucked away inside the library in the short loan collection on level 2 (entrance level) is a space designed for something we all need a little more of: breathing room. The Library Wellbeing Space was created as a calm, restorative area where you can pause, reset, and take care of your mental wellbeing in the […]
Wellbeing Week at the Library: Relax, Recharge, Reconnect
Wellbeing Week (Monday 23rd – Friday 27th February) is coming up, and the Library is proud to be at the heart of it all. Whether you’re looking for a quiet moment of calm between lectures, a mindful activity to reset your focus, or inspiration for improving your wellbeing, we’ve created welcoming spaces and resources to […]
Library and IT Dream Team: Nominate for us for the RATE Awards!
Nominations are now open for the Students’ Union Recognising and Advancing Teaching Excellence (RATE) Award scheme — and we want to share why we think the Library and IT Services truly merit your support this year. You can submit your nomination now via the Student Portal, with entries open until Tuesday, 1st April. 🌟 Why […]
Love letters to your library
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]