A trip down memory lane

For over 75 years since it opened its doors in 1932, the University of Adelaide's Barr Smith Library has been central to university life, enriching students' capacity to learn, think and lead, and providing a wonderful resource for staff and the general public.

To celebrate the Library's history, the University is inviting you to share your favourite memory of the Library in an online memory book. Whether you are an alumnus, a student, staff or friend, your recollection is valuable. It could be an unforgettable event, such as meeting someone in the Library, an anecdote or a defining moment.

Today, the Barr Smith Library serves more than 20,000 students in their pursuit of a first-class education. The knowledge and information contained in its 2.2million hardcopy items and many thousands of electronic resources are important to students' future lives and careers, and the impact they can have on the world around them.

Maintaining the Library's collections for today's students and for future generations is essential. As knowledge continues to grow and change it is vital to keep up-to-date with the latest information and research.

The Barr Smith Library has a strong community, made up of past scholars, current students, researchers, friends and members of the general public. In the current economic climate, the Library is asking this community to maintain its support for learning and education and to continue to provide today's students with the foundation that they need to realise their potential.

University Librarian Ray Choate says that now, more than ever, the generosity of donors and friends to the University's annual Barr Smith Library Appeal makes a crucial impact. "Gifts to the Appeal make an important qualitative difference to the resources the Library can offer to the students, staff and members of the wider community who come through our doors, or visit us online, every day."

To submit your memory, log on to www.alumni.adelaide.edu.au/bsl_appeal

For more information about how you can make a tax-deductible donation to the Barr Smith Library Appeal, please contact:

Email: development@adelaide.edu.au
Phone: +61 8 8303 5800
Fax: +61 8 8303 5808
Web: www.alumni.adelaide.edu.au/bsl_appeal