With so much information online, knowing which sources to trust – and which to avoid – is a key academic skill. Whether you’re researching an essay, project, or dissertation, using the right sources helps you build strong arguments, meet academic standards, and feel confident in your work. This post will guide you through: And if […]
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Managing your university digital storage: Why it matters more than ever
When we think about sustainability on campus, we often picture buildings, travel, waste, or energy use. Digital storage rarely makes the list. Yet behind every file we save, every email we keep “just in case”, and every forgotten folder sitting in the cloud, there is a very real financial and environmental cost. We recently highlighted […]
Digital Cleanup Day 2026
Every year on 21 March, Digital Cleanup Day invites individuals, organisations, and communities around the world to take a step back and rethink the way we interact with our digital lives. What may seem like an abstract idea — deleting old files, clearing out unused apps, streamlining storage — actually has real-world consequences for the planet, our privacy, […]
University of Stirling Information Services Recognised for Outstanding Customer Service Excellence
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Staff IT Support Arrangements from January 2026
From January 2026 there will be some changes to how staff IT support will be provided through the IT Service Desk at the Information Centre. To ensure we can offer consistent, timely and high-quality support for all staff, we are standardising how IT issues are raised and managed. This will allow us to prioritise requests […]
Thank you for making your voice heard – Let’s do it again!
Last year, many of you took the time to complete the Jisc Digital Experience Survey, and we want to say a huge thank you for sharing your thoughts. Your feedback really matters – and it really does make a difference. In fact, thanks to what you told us, we’ve already made some big changes: We […]