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Distraction In/Action starting today
Distraction in/action, our Swot Vac/exams period program, is commencing today!
Music Library relocation
From the beginning of next semester, the Elder Music Library will be housed within the walls of the Barr Smith Library.
Kanopy – a free streaming service
The library has recently gained further access to Kanopy, a free streaming service with up to 7,500 titles. Specialising in indie films and documentaries, there’s something for everyone, including required viewing for courses.
Library opening hours & swipe access
The Barr Smith library has recently introduced a change to our building access in the evenings which will align with Hub Central after-hours access and will also help improve security on campus.
Microform relocation
Due to ongoing building works and refurbishment, the majority of the University Library’s collection of microfiche and microfilm are now held at the Law Library.
ORCiD pop-up help
Are you a researcher or research student? Then you need an ORCiD to distinguish yourself from other researchers!
Email usage at the UofA - a brief early history
Text prepared by Susan Coppin, Collection Archivist, University Archives and Recordkeeping (UniARK)
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Sneak preview - level 1 South
We were given a sneak-peak earlier this week when we got the chance to visit Level 1 South of the Barr Smith Library.
Level 1 wedge closure
As part of the Level 1 south refurbishment currently taking place in the Barr Smith Library, the study wedge on Level 1 will also be closed to access from today.
Graduations 2018
Graduations are almost upon us. Beginning April 30 until May 11, North Terrace campus will be full of new graduates in their ceremonial garb and, as always, our Reading Room will be a popular spot for photographs!
