The research system Worktribe, will be unavailable from 2pm on Wednesday 26th October due to an essential upgrade. Research profiles will still be available via Research Information (stir.ac.uk) during the upgrade but researchers will not be able to edit their profile while the system is down. The system should be considered to be at risk […]
Laptop loans.
Demand for our laptops has increased sharply this semester and we have made some changes to the way we lend these, aiming to ensure we cater for the demand for laptops as completely as possible. Full details of the options can be found here: http://stir.ac.uk/344 Long term loan laptops can be requested from the information […]
UoS Guest Wi-Fi – Residences switch off
UoS Guest Wi-Fi is a public Wi-Fi service provided by an external company (Wifinity) to many of our campus buildings. This is in place for visitors to the University and is intended for short term internet connection. During the summer months, when the University Residences are in use for public lets, we expand the Guest […]
Need help with academic referencing?
New to the university and embarking on your first assignment? Maybe you’ve been told to cite your sources for an essay and you’re wondering what this is all about. If so, we’ve got your back! There’s lots of support available. Online guides For those who prefer guidance in written format, there are several online guides. […]
Lecture Recording – Advice for staff
Recordings of lectures and other teaching sessions support student accessibility and provide an opportunity to review what has been covered in class. This article gives advice on how to record your lectures whether they are on campus, hybrid or online sessions. What to record? In accordance with the University’s Policy on Audio Visual Material to […]
Penguins on the Mind
The latest exhibition in the Library is Penguins on the Mind, the physical counterpart of a digital exhibition hosted by the University of Glasgow. The exhibition was organised and curated by Dr Gavin Miller (University of Glasgow), Dr Beth Hannah (University of Dundee), and Helen Beardsley (University of Stirling), with assistance from Dr Jamie Redgate […]
Wi-Fi Wizards – not just levitation
The Wi-Fi Wizards are back! Help to connect your devices If you require help connecting to Wi-Fi at Stirling, our Wi-Fi Wizards will help you get online. You’ll find them in the Library on level 2 in front of the Information Centre. Drop in anytime between 10am and 5pm Monday to Friday (starting Monday […]
Adding “Week 0” Learning resource to your Canvas module.
As a Module co-ordinator or Module admin you may want to add ‘Week 0 – How to Succeed in your module’ which is a Learning resource that is now available to use in all modules in Canvas. The aim of the resource is to prepare students for their module so that they can get the […]
Buying a new device for your university studies
Are you considering getting a new device for your university study? See our recommended specifications below. Windows PC/laptop Operating SystemRECOMMENDEDWindows 11 Processor TypeMINIMUMCore i5 ProcessorRECOMMENDEDCore i7 Processor MemoryMINIMUM8 GB RAM or higher Hard DriveMINIMUM250 GBRECOMMENDED500 GB or higher Graphics CardMINIMUM512 MB Video Memory or higher Apple Macintosh Operating SystemMac OS Monterey Processor TypeMINIMUMM1 ProcessorRECOMMENDEDM1 Processor […]
Learning and Teaching Support for Autumn 2022
Information Services are offering a series of bookable events to support learning and teaching in Autumn 2022. Exploring digital teaching technology in learning spaces Reduce your start of semester stress! Get ready for teaching on campus – join us for an informal drop-in session in one of our typical teaching rooms to: Explore, hands-on, the technology […]