Library newsMay 2008The secret to less stress this exam period … ?Let the Library help you with end-of-session assessments and exams. We provide expert advice, resources and facilities, including:
- Expert research help
Visit Research Help in the Main Library foyer. Our friendly staff are available to help with all your study questions. Alternatively you can Chat to a Librarian, online and in real-time, or Email a Librarian for help with your research questions within two working days.
- Extensive resources
We are continuously updating our resources and provide extensive access to print and electronic items. Browse our Catalogue – on-campus or from home – for more information or to access past exam papers, e-books, subject readings, journals and much more online.
- Excellent workspaces
The Library is a haven for quiet study, with access to computers, printing and copying, individual and group study spaces. Make the most of the Library’s services for less stress during exams! Quiet study time – Levels 1 & 2Levels 1 and 2 have now been declared quiet study zones in preparation for exams. Please consider other students and keep noise to a minimum on these floors. Group Study Rooms remain available on the Ground Level – book online up to two weeks in advance. Need to print NOW? Use the print-only computers!Use the two print-only computers at Ground Floor South, Main Library, for quick access to printing. These are ideal for assignments and other urgent documents. Please consider others by using these computers promptly. ILIP outage – 6-9pm, Tuesday 13 MayThe Independent Learners Introductory Program (ILIP) website will be unavailable for up to 3 hours from 6-9pm on Tuesday 13 May. This outage is required for essential maintenance work. Please do not log into the online tutorial or assignment during this time. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Get the most from Library computersLife on campus is getting busy and parking isn’t the only thing that’s in demand. As use of the Library increases, you may find it harder to access a computer when you need one. Use the following tips to ensure that you’re not caught short.
- check all floors for access to more than 300 computers
- consider visiting outside of peak hours (11am to 2pm)
- borrow a laptop from Short Loans
- bring your own laptop and use the many powerpoints located throughout the building
- use the Link on Level 1 and walk straight through to the Student Central Computing Laboratories
- use the dedicated print-only computers at Ground Floor South for quick printing
Go green with Library printing and copyingWe’re pleased to announce that recycled paper is now in use in all Library printers and copiers! April 2008Don’t lose your memory… take your USB with you!What’s small, valuable and easy to leave behind? Your USB drive! USB drives (also known as memory sticks and thumb drives) are invaluable for storing your documents and we recommend the use of them. However, they’re also the most common item left behind in the Library. Don’t risk losing all your precious documents… remember to save them to your USB drive and take it with you when you go! February 2008Start Smart: Tours – meet in the Library foyer Find your feet quickly and easily. Learn more during this walk and talk session. With our extensive resources, much-loved computers and comfortable new study spaces, you’ll be spending a lot of time here! O'WEEK
- Tuesday 19 February 3.00-3.40
- Wednesday 20 February 11.00-11.40
- Thursday 21 February 2.00-2.40
WEEK 1
- Tuesday 26 February 10.00-10.40
- Wednesday 27 February 10.00-10.40
- Thursday 28 February 10.00-10.40
WEEK 2
- Tuesday 4 March 10.00-10.40
- Wednesday 5 March 10.00-10.40
Start Smart: Technology – meet in the Library foyerGet to know our computers – where they are, what you can use them for, and how to make the most of them. Learn how to get help online and use wireless technology to connect your laptop in the Library.
- Tuesday 19 February 3.45-4.15
- Wednesday 20 February 11.45-12.15
- Thursday 21 February 2.45-3.15
Come to an ILIP class – meet in the foyerMake the most of the Library with specialised information literacy training. The Independent Learners Introductory Program (ILIP) will teach you how to make best use of available resources and gain the research skills you need. Get started on this compulsory program with help from our friendly staff. View Main Campus ILIP class timetable January 2008After hours returnsReturn Library items whenever it suits you. With our new after-hours returns bin you can drop items off straight from the car park! Conveniently located at the rear of Building 17, near the Post Office. This service is available when the Library is closed. Relax with a good bookThe Library isn't all about serious study. Now that the summer break is here, it's time to relax and enjoy the lighter side of your Library! Browse the See the World travel guides collection and plan your next adventure. Borrow a leisure reading title, or a film on video or DVD. Check out the literature section and catch up on a classic. Find what you're after using the Catalogue.
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