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Koerner renovation update
Koerner Library is undergoing renovation and maintenance during the spring. There will be intermittent noises associated with these projects; as such, ear plugs are available at the level 3 multi-service desk. Koerner 6th floor renovation Renovation is currently underway. Signage is posted on levels 4 and 5 advising users that there may be intermittent construction noise. Koerner […]
Update: Robson Reading Series
UBC Bookstore and the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre have made the difficult decision to conclude the Robson Reading Series at the end of March 2013. This step was taken in light of the 2012 closure of UBC Library’s Robson Square branch, and the coming closure of the UBC Bookstore at Robson Square. For more […]
Collections moves update – January 24, 2013
Science and Engineering collection moves are on-going since staff and current journals moved to Woodward Library in December. Staff are now working on updating online records for the SciEng current journals. Math, Statistics & Computer Science current journals (QA call numbers) have remained at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre. The online catalogue is up-to-date […]
Library book drop at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (IKBLC)
Due to the renovation project at the Learning Centre, the outdoor book drop at the East Mall entrance will be open 24 hours a day beginning Monday, January 28. As of January 2, 2013, level two access to UBC Library in the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre – which includes bookstacks and Library services in […]
UNESCO Declaration focuses on digital assets
The protection of digital assets is the focus of the UNESCO / UBC Vancouver Declaration on Digitization and Preservation, released by UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization). The statement emerged from an international conference, held in Vancouver in September 2012 and organized by UNESCO in co-operation with UBC, that focused on the preservation […]
Library branches closed due to weather advisory
Library branches closed due to weather advisory
The vintage appeal: a Chung Collection close-up
A profile of Dr. Wallace Chung and UBC Library’s Chung Collection are featured in the latest issue of Trek magazine.
The changing library
UBC Library and Ingrid Parent, University Librarian are featured in the recent Fall issue of Trek magazine that explores the changing nature of libraries.
Seasonal cards for sale
UBC Library is offering seasonal card sets for sale – now available at $5 per set.
Frequently asked questions for students
Research libraries across North America are evolving to suit user needs and services, and UBC Library is no exception. As part of its strategic plan and budgetary forecast, UBC Library has announced a number collection and service consolidations at various campus branches and sites. While this process began in May 2012 and will take three […]