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Inspired by the Archives… »
There’s a poetry showcase at the Martin Hall Theatre on campus this Thursday evening (24th May) which has drawn some of its inspiration from the contents of our very own archive. The Department of English & Drama’s very own ‘Landscape Poet in … Continue reading
Staff and researchers – why not beat the rush and renew your long loan books now? »
The next courtesy notice reminders for staff & researchers who have borrowed long loan books from the Library are due to be sent out on Monday 25th June 2012 for all long loan items due for return on 29th June … Continue reading
National Library Day Survey – What You Said! »
Back in February you helped us celebrate National Library Day, and at the same time we ran a little survey asking you a few questions about what you most liked about the Library and what you’d most like us to … Continue reading
Who’s been reading your books?? »
We all know how to find out who’s been reading our journal articles via journal citation tools, but now we can do the same with our books! For a short time only the Library has obtained a free trial to … Continue reading
It’s Nearly Environment Day… »
The University is celebrating the environment this Wednesday (16th May) with a day of special events, exhibitions and competitions. Visit the Edward Herbert Building between 10AM and 3PM and you’ll find over 25 stands on display which will be dishing out all … Continue reading
Presentation skills »
Do nerves always get the better of you in presentations? Do you end up talking too much – or drying up? Gain practical advice on giving a talk including planning, using visual aids, controlling nerves and effective use of your … Continue reading
Writing Britain: Wastelands to Wonderlands »
A new exhibition at the British Library exploring the links between Britain’s physical and literary landscapes starts this Friday (11th May). Writing Britain: Wastelands to Wonderlands will be displaying over 150 works, many for the first time, including Lewis Carroll’s diary … Continue reading
Referencing and citation (Harvard style) »
Good quality bibliographies and correct referencing in your assignments can lift your assignment marks from a 2.1 to a First. Why not come to Library Training Room 1 at 11pm on Thursday 10th May for the Library’s Get the Know-How course – Referencing and citations … Continue reading
Our (Local) Petrol Heritage! »
A local architectural landmark has just achieved a rare – and indeed unusual – distinction; it’s become the first petrol station to attain the status of a listed building from the English Heritage Society. The Esso station on the A6 … Continue reading
The Top Five Institutional Repository Downloads for April »
It may have been vacation time for many but there was no lack of interest in the Institutional Repository over Easter. Here’s a run-down of the top five most downloaded items for April: 1. Effect of preharvest UV-treatment on shelf life of fruits and … Continue reading
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