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By Clare Yow on October 17, 2016
Sign up to participate in the annual event by Thursday, November 10.
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By Jasmine Devonshire on September 27, 2016
The four case exhibition included photographs, letters and memorabilia from Stravinsky’s extraordinary life.
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By Jasmine Devonshire on September 26, 2016
In recognition of UBC’s Centennial year, UBC Library and emeritus Tom Shorthouse are excited to announce the release of Golden Scrapbook: The Centennial Update 1965-2015. This extensive publication maps 50 years at UBC Library, highlighting personal accounts from University Librarians, milestones in the library’s history, and anecdotes from library employees past and present. Complimented by colour […]
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By Jasmine Devonshire on September 15, 2016
These audio recordings are a cultural record of student life and voices from the UBC community spanning 70 years.
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By Clare Yow on September 9, 2016
Visit Woodward Library from September 19-25 for a series of activities during this nationally celebrated event.
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By Clare Yow on September 1, 2016
Learn about the work experiences of one Master of Library and Information Studies graduate student working at UBC Library.
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By michelle blackwell on August 30, 2016
We spoke with Shannon about the extensive research she does for her books and how UBC Library and Collections have played a crucial role.
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By michelle blackwell on August 25, 2016
Take a tour of Rare Books and Special Collections collections every Thursday at 11 am.
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By michelle blackwell on August 23, 2016
UBC Library has acquired a copy of the Kelmscott Chaucer, one of the world’s most extraordinary books. Printed in a limited edition of only 438 copies, the Works of Geoffrey Chaucer was published by William Morris’s Kelmscott Press in 1896.
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By Jasmine Devonshire on August 19, 2016
West Coast Expressions is a new exhibit is on display at Irving K Barber Learning Centre. The exhibit highlights eight influential British Columbia creative icons, spanning the industries of fine art, architecture and music.
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