2019 Library news
Tuesday 26 November 2019
Over the Christmas vacation, borrowing times and recall periods will be longer. The Library will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day. If you're away from the University, the SCONUL access scheme allows you to use resources at other universities.
Wednesday 13 November 2019
Following the success of LibInspo 2019, the Library & Archives are hosting LibInspo 2020 | Your Library, Your Way, a student-led innovation competition.
Tuesday 22 October 2019
Your lecturers work with the Library to ensure that you have access to reading lists for your course. Find your lists to access a host of useful features.
Monday 21 October 2019
The Institute of Advanced Architectural Studies collection has been re-shelved and reclassified at King's Manor Library.
Thursday 17 October 2019
Celebrate advances in open research across the globe during Open Access Week, 21 to 27 October.
Tuesday 1 October 2019
Our Library offers everything you'd expect - books, desks, wifi, advice - and quite a lot you wouldn't expect. Our video tour is a great starting point for all students.
Wednesday 25 September 2019
Last year’s graduates generously donated lots of text books for their successors - now you can come and take them home.
Wednesday 18 September 2019
If you're a postgraduate leaving us this autumn, please remember to return all your Library items and pay any charges by Sunday 6 October 2019.
Friday 31 May 2019
Pass your books on and raise money for charity.
Friday 17 May 2019
Please remember to return all your Library items and pay any charges by Friday 21 June 2019.
Tuesday 14 May 2019
If your laptop is out of battery, or you just didn't have room for it in your bag, borrow one of ours.
Friday 3 May 2019
We’re changing how we make available items which are in high demand, which will include the removal of the Key Texts Collections.
Friday 26 April 2019
It's the busiest term, so it's good to know that when you need the Library, we've got your back.
Monday 8 April 2019
The Library's a great place to study, but it can be very busy in the run up to exams. Sharing the space with respect for other students, making use of pop up study spaces elsewhere on campus, and knowing how to get help and advice wherever you're working will make everything run more smoothly at what can be a tricky time.
Thursday 28 March 2019
Thank you to all of our users who took the time to fill out our library survey earlier this year - our results are now in!
Tuesday 19 March 2019
The LibInspo Final Event, held in The Lakehouse in Ron Cooke Hub on 28 February 2019 was a huge success!
Friday 8 March 2019
Elizabeth Dunnett is the recipient of this year's prize with an essay inspired by her collection of works relating to historical fashion.
Thursday 28 February 2019
Over the Easter vacation, the Library will be offering a full service and you can continue to borrow items as usual.
Wednesday 20 February 2019
Develop skills, explore Yorkshire's past and create digital artefacts or installations for an exhibition.
Thursday 14 February 2019
The shortlisted ideas will pitch to win the £1,000 prize and have their idea introduced.
Friday 1 February 2019
Your reading lists are a great starting place, but when you're preparing your assignments or dissertation, you can add value by exploring our archives, rare books collection, e-resources, and the resources held at other academic libraries.
Monday 28 January 2019
Learn to code from the basics upwards at the Library and IT Services' Digital Wednesdays sessions.
Friday 25 January 2019
Join our experts to learn more about the treasures in the university collections.
Monday 21 January 2019
The Library and IT rooms get busy at this time of year. But help is available when you need to find a space.