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The UBC Library Research Commons helps researchers build core skills for digital scholarship
The UBC Library Research Commons at Koerner Library is at the forefront of a digital scholarship renaissance at UBC, with Digital Scholarship Librarian Ekatarina Grgurić contributing to a slew of new workshops and initiatives.
UBC Library blog series explores personal archives of archivists, librarians and library staff
In a new blog series created by Rare Books and Special Collections (RBSC), archivists, librarians and library staff share items from their personal collections of documents, books and ephemera.
Open Access Week runs October 19-25
RSVP for events and learn more about what Open Access, Open Education and Open Research mean for researchers, students and faculty.
UBC Library users now have remote access to 4 labs with more than 80 computer workstations
Access to workstations, which include PCs and Macs, is critical to those who require specialized software and high-performing machines to pursue their research.
Library service update regarding daily overdue fines
A new fines policy shift will help UBC Library users make the most of the library’s extensive physical collections without the added worry of incurring fees on items that aren’t in immediate demand.
Need help? Ask Away
Need help with library resources? Don’t know where to start with your paper or thesis? Chat online with a librarian and ask for help on any topic using the Library’s AskAway chat service.
UBC Open Access Fund
The UBC Open Access Fund for Humanities and Social Sciences Research assists UBC faculty members who wish to publish in Open Access books and journals and who are required to pay associated fees, sometimes known as article processing charges (APCs).
Book study space in the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre beginning September 8
The space will be available Monday-Saturday, include access to desktop computers, printing and scanning and be organized to ensure safe physical distancing at all times.
UBC Library 2019/20 Senate Report
UBC Library’s annual Senate Report (2019/20) is now available. Read our highlights from the past fiscal year which include advancing research, learning and scholarship, engaging with communities, creating and delivering responsive collections, inspiring with innovative spaces and services, and stewarding the organization.
Indigitization launches new website
Indigitization recently announced the launch of its new redesigned website, along with a new style guide, which was developed for this web project. The site facilitates digital storytelling to showcase the work of the Indigitization team and its community partners.