The University has made the difficult decision to retire our licensed version of Zoom, effective August 2025. This decision has been reached following a comprehensive review, which highlighted low user engagement with the platform and the substantial cost associated with maintaining the license after 2025. Additionally, Microsoft Teams has demonstrated significantly higher utilisation, managing in […]
Reading for Wellbeing
As Wellbeing Week approaches, we invite you to explore the profound impact that reading can have on your mental and emotional health. Whether you’re seeking solace, inspiration, or a simple escape from the daily grind, the library has curated a range of activities and resources to support your journey towards better wellbeing. See our blog […]
Library support for Open Access ebook publishing
The Library is keen to support open access publishing where possible. One of the ways we do this is by contributing to a publisher’s open access book publishing programme, so that book titles can be made freely available to everyone. MIT Press Direct to Open We have participated in the MIT Press Direct to Open […]
Wellbeing in the Library
Looking after our wellbeing is always important, and our library offers a variety of facilities and resources to support your mental and emotional health. Whether you’re seeking a quiet place to relax, engaging activities, or a good book to lift your spirits, we have something for everyone. Room to Recharge We’ve created a dedicated space […]
Blind Date with a Book: Unwrap the mystery and find your next favourite read
Blind Date with a Book is a fun and engaging way to discover new books. We’ve carefully selected various books, wrapped them in plain paper, and added a few intriguing hints about their contents. The idea is to choose a book based on these hints, without knowing the title or author. It’s a great way […]
Exciting February Campaigns and Displays at the Library
As we step into February, the library is buzzing with a variety of engaging displays designed to celebrate diversity, foster a love for reading, and enhance your library experience. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s happening this month: Celebrating LGBT History Month From February 1st to 28th, join us in celebrating LGBT History Month with […]
Enhancing student support with Cite Them Right
A student’s must-have online referencing tool. At the start of the academic year in 2024 Information Services introduced a new referencing tool for students Cite Them Right We subscribed to this tool following successful trials and positive feedback from our faculties. Cite Them Right is an invaluable resource for students, helping them learn how to reference […]
You said… We did… Focus on final years
At Information Services, we believe in the power of student feedback to drive meaningful change. Our “You Said, We Did” campaign is a testament to our commitment to listening to our students and making improvements that enhance their overall student experience. This year, we have created two campaigns the first campaign focused on changes we […]
Celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Day
Random Acts of Kindness Day is a special day dedicated to spreading kindness and positivity. Celebrated on February 17th, this day encourages people to perform random acts of kindness, no matter how big or small, to make the world a better place. But what exactly are random acts of kindness? What Are Random Acts of […]
Love letters to your library
Share Your Love (or Break Up) with Library and IT Services! In Information Services, we are always striving to improve our Library and IT services to better serve you. That’s why we’re excited to announce our upcoming feedback event, where you can express your thoughts and feelings in a unique and creative way! Event Details: 📅 […]