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UBC Library
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Anna Moorhouse
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Finding Nothing: Author Talk with Dr. Gregory Betts
Join Dr. Gregory Betts in the Peña Room at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre on October 28 to discuss his recent book, Finding Nothing: The VanGardes, 1959-1975.
Docking stations installed at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre and Koerner Library
As part of a new pilot project, public-access laptop docking stations have been installed at two UBC Library locations.
Join us for the 11th annual UBC Library United Way Spelling Bee
We’re getting ready to kick off the 11th annual UBC Library United Way Spelling Bee on Thursday, October 13.
The quest for hidden gem study spaces at UBC Library with Tarannum Puri
It was love at first sight when Tarannum Puri discovered her favourite study spot. She shares how the “Harry Potter” room puts her in the mood to study.
UBC Library launches EDI Scholars-in-Residence Program at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre
UBC Library and the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (IKBLC) are excited to introduce the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Scholars-in-Residence Program, launching in September 2022.
The quest for hidden gem study spaces at UBC Library with Elisha Facundo
Elisha Facundo shares her favourite study spot at the UBC Vancouver Campus and what makes this place so special to her.
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre overnight closure planned for August 30 – 31
The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre will close from 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 30 and reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 31.
Upgrades and renovations to Level 2 of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre begin May 2022
The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre will undergo renovations to create a new gallery on Level 2, and environment upgrade to Rare Books and Special Collections. The work is expected to be completed in the summer of 2023.
Power shutdown in IKBLC and Law Library planned for May 29
UBC Building Operations has scheduled a power shutdown that will impact the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (IKBLC) and Law Library on Sunday, May 29, 2022.
Nass Reading Room in IKBLC reopens with new quiet study spots and accessible group tables
UBC Library has reopened the Nass Reading Room following a much-anticipated space refresh. This quiet study space is located at the south end of Level 4 in the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre.