At University of Stirling Green Week takes place every year and is an interactive week focused on sustainability, active travel, biodiversity, and waste reduction. The library has recently signed the Green Libraries Manifesto, and have joined the partnership with many other libraries to start taking action on climate today. Libraries occupy a place in the […]
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Library Opening Hours – Easter 2024
The library will be open during the Easter weekend. Friday, 29 March – Monday, 1 April inclusive. Our opening hours are: Day Time Good Friday (29 March) 8am – 8pm Saturday (30 March) 10am – 8pm Easter Sunday (31 March) 10am – 8pm Easter Monday (1 April) 8am – 8pm Out with these hours you […]
Dissertation support
Information Services and Student Learning Services offer support to students at every stage of your dissertation. Student Learning Services Support Student Learning Services (SLS) are available for face-to-face, virtual and drop-in tutorials. If you have any questions about the structure, writing, referencing, or editing your dissertation please do get in touch via email at SLS@stir.ac.uk […]
You said – We did
Over the last 4 weeks we have been sharing some of the improvements made to our service in 2023 as a result of your feedback. We love to get feedback from our users, which we regularly use to make changes to our services, spaces, support and resources. Do you want to give us feedback? Look […]
Microsoft Stream (Classic) – Act now to save your recordings!
Microsoft have announced that they are closing down classic Stream – their original video service that was part of Microsoft 365. A more modern Stream service is still available in 365 but is part of SharePoint. Ahead of the closing down of classic Stream, please read on to see our advice to staff on reviewing […]
Understanding and defending against social engineering threats
Welcome to the newest installment of our ongoing cyber security campaign. View the previous posts in the series: October 2023 – Introduction to Cyber Security November 2023 – Types of Cyber Security Threats This month we’re focusing on social engineering: what it is, why it’s a cyber security problem, and how you can protect yourself […]
Library and IT Christmas opening hours
As a number of students will be remaining on campus over the forthcoming holiday period, Information Services will be keeping the library service open for a number of days. The library will be available for study and there will be staff on hand to help with questions during this period. Friday 22 December 8am – […]
Staff Digital Skills Training for Learning and Teaching
Information Services are offering bookable events and self-paced training materials to support learning and teaching for staff at Stirling. Quick Start to Teaching in the new Learning Spaces On campus, in C.A213. Getting started and understanding how to use the new kit. Date Time Sign up Wednesday 8th November 1pm Sign up here Wednesday 15th November […]
Staff digital skills training
Digital skills are essential to working in our fast-evolving digital world. Current technologies are being replaced by more advanced ones increasingly rapidly, so having a strong digital skillset, and feeling confident in your own capabilities will be very important for your role within the University. By investing in digital skills training for our staff, we […]
Mastering Microsoft in May 2023
We are excited to announce our upcoming program of Microsoft application training events! As technology continues to evolve, it is more important than ever to stay up to date with the latest software and tools. That’s why we are offering a series of training events designed to help you master Microsoft applications and maximize your […]