UBC Library homepage redesign
by Jessica Woolman on July 26, 2012
This week the Library unveiled a new homepage. Library Systems and Information Technology presents a behind-the-scenes look at the redesign process.
RBSC and University Archives reduced hours
by Jessica Woolman on July 26, 2012
UBC Library's Rare Books and Special Collections and the University Archives will have reduced hours through the month of August.Posted in General | Tagged with hours, IKBLC, Rare Books and Special Collections, University Archives
Collection moves
by Jessica Woolman on July 25, 2012
As part of the Library’s organizational changes, there will be a number of collection moves at various branches. The moves reflect a more consolidated approach to collections, grouping information and materials in an integrated manner to reflect the multidisciplinary nature of our students, researchers, and faculty. As these collection moves take place, the Library will […]Posted in General | Tagged with collections moves, IKBLC, library changes, Robson Square
New multi-service desk model at Koerner Library
by Jessica Woolman on July 17, 2012
Students heading to Koerner Library might notice a new look to the reference desk on the main floor this July. The reference and circulation desks have now been combined and are part of a multi-service desk model, providing a one-stop source of information for library users. This move comes as part of the recommendations from a recent […]Posted in General | Tagged with Koerner Library, renovations, services
Koerner Library reference services move
by Jessica Woolman on July 16, 2012
The new multi-service desk provides a range of services in one single location, and will be rolled out at other branches in early 2013.Posted in Events | Tagged with Koerner Library, renovations, services, spaces, spaces and services
Construction and renovation updates
by Jessica Woolman on July 15, 2012
The Library is developing user-centred spaces and services to promote informal learning, study and reflection, collaboration and dialogue. We have a number of construction and renovation plans throughout the year to support the concurrent Library changes taking place with our collection moves and the creation of more enhanced student spaces. Music and media commons construction in […]Posted in General | Tagged with construction, IKBLC, library changes, spaces, spaces and services, student spaces
New Art Installation at Koerner Library
by Jessica Woolman on July 12, 2012
New art installation from artist Geng Jianyi is presented in conjunction with Yellow Signal exhibition at the Belkin Gallery.Posted in Events | Tagged with art exhibitions, Belkin Art Gallery, exhibitions, Koerner Library
A Pocketful of Rhymes exhibition at the Learning Centre
by Jessica Woolman on July 5, 2012
This exhibition from the Westcoast Calligraphy Society features nursery rhymes through colourful illustrations.Posted in Events | Tagged with art exhibitions, IKBLC
2012 UBC Library Staff Award Program Winners
by Jessica Woolman on July 4, 2012
Three Library staff were recently recognized for their dedication and excellence in service at the annual Library Staff Appreciation Luncheon.Posted in General | Tagged with awards, IKBLC, recognition
Great Reads program featured in Campus Resident
by Glenn Drexhage on June 25, 2012
UBC Library's Great Reads, a leisure-reading program at Koerner and IKBLC, was highlighted in the recent Campus Resident newsletter.Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged with Great Reads, IKBLC, Media coverage