We like to think of ourselves as a listening service – we are always interested in your feedback and will do our best to improve our services based on your views. We regularly make changes based on feedback received through surveys, emails, social media, suggestion boards, conversations, and more. However you share your feedback, it […]
Change to Microsoft MFA verification code delivery for some SMS users
We would like to inform you of an important update regarding the delivery of Microsoft verification codes for multi-factor authentication (MFA). If you have previously received your verification codes via SMS (Text message) , you may now start seeing these codes coming through WhatsApp. This will only occur if you have WhatsApp installed on your […]
Box of Broadcasts now available offshore
The Library subscribes to Box of Broadcasts (BoB), which is an archive of TV and radio broadcasts going back to the 1990s. We have recently started participating in a pilot programme to provide BoB access to our students based outside the UK. Previously access was not possible outside the UK due to licencing restrictions. However […]
Zoom – University licensed version
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 […]
Wintery Reads
To accompany the wintery weather, we have a display of Wintery Reads in the Library. In our curated selection of winter-themed books, you’ll find novels to enjoy whilst you stay warm and cosy inside. If you enjoy being outdoors in winter, check out our books on winter sport, as well as the useful guides to […]
Kortext academic training sessions
Join staff from Kortext to learn how to add your essential eTextbook directly into your module on Canvas. During this ‘how-to’ webinar, staff from Kortext will showcase Kortext in action, exploring: The session will take place on: Wednesday 15th January 2-2:45pm You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions about the Kortext platform […]
Library and IT suggestion scheme Autumn 2024
Your opinion matters, We welcome and encourage you to let us know how you can improve your library and IT experience at Stirling. With your valuable input, we can continue to provide the best possible service for you. In this blog post we will feedback some of the suggestions and our responses that we have […]
Dissertation Week: 10-14th February 2025
Information Services offer support to students at every stage of your dissertation. During #StirDisserationWeek we will be highlighting the support and resources available to you. Dissertation Week will take place from Monday, 10th to Friday, 14th February. Library and IT Support Brand new Word Processing Your Dissertation workshop added to our dissertation support services! Sign-up now. […]
Welcome to Library and IT at Stirling – Spring 2025
Information Services invites you to join us for some fantastic events to help you hit the ground running when it comes to the Library and IT at the University of Stirling. What’s on… Welcome Hub Visit the Welcome Hub from Friday, 17th January to Friday, 24th January in Campus Central, Level 3, for a fun […]
Season’s Greetings from the Cyber Security Team
Each year the festive season brings crisp mornings, sparkling celebrations, and cosy comforts. Unfortunately, the holiday season often coincides with a peak in cyber-criminal activities including fraud and phishing attempts, and this year is proving to be no exception. The rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has put more power in the hands of these […]