Have you ever opened a book and discovered something unexpected tucked between its pages? A handwritten note.A faded photograph.An old receipt, postcard or pressed flower. These small, forgotten objects carry stories – glimpses of lives once lived, moments paused in time. On Friday 29 May, we’re inviting you to celebrate those stories with a very […]
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Finding good information: how to evaluate sources (and where to look)
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 […]
How to get study materials that aren’t in our library.
Sometimes the book, chapter, or article you need for your assignment just isn’t available on our shelves or through our online subscriptions. The good news? You still have lots of ways to get hold of the materials you need — from requesting items through our Document Delivery Service to visiting other academic and national libraries. […]
Get one-click access to full-text articles with LibKey Nomad
LibKey Nomad is a handy browser extension that gives you one-click access to full-text scholarly articles. It works by connecting you to the library’s subscriptions, as well as highlighting any available open access versions. How to get LibKey Nomad You can install LibKey Nomad on your own device’s web browsers here:https://thirdiron.com/downloadnomad/ Good news – LibKey […]
Thank you for helping shape our Library Wellbeing Space 💚
Over the past month, many of you stopped by our Library Wellbeing graffiti wall to share your thoughts, ideas, and—occasionally—your sense of humour. We just wanted to say a massive thank you for taking the time to tell us what works, what doesn’t, and what you’d love to see next. Your feedback helps us understand […]
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 […]
The Library Wellbeing Space: Do You Know It’s There?
Tucked away inside the library in the short loan collection on level 2 (entrance level) is a space designed for something we all need a little more of: breathing room. The Library Wellbeing Space was created as a calm, restorative area where you can pause, reset, and take care of your mental wellbeing in the […]
Love letters to your library
In typical romance novelist style we are asking for feedback from our users… Some places quietly shape our lives. They don’t shout about it. They don’t demand much from us. They simply wait, doors open, shelves lined, lights on. And somehow, over time, they become the backdrop to first discoveries, small escapes, big dreams, rainy […]