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By Jessica Woolman on January 24, 2013
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 […]
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By Andrea Coutts on September 18, 2012
UBC Library has jumped to third place among Canadian academic institutions, according to rankings issued by the Association of Research Libraries.
By Jessica Woolman on September 6, 2012
Construction for the multi-service reference desk for the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre begins this month. The multi-service desk will bring together the Reference, Circulation and Learning Commons functions on the third floor of the building. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of the year. This is one of three branches undergoing […]
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By Jessica Woolman on September 6, 2012
UBC Library’s Great Reads leisure-reading program has expanded to include Woodward Library.
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By Glenn Drexhage on August 28, 2012
The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre is working to provide a new multi-service desk and upgraded spaces.
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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.
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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 […]
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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 […]
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By Jessica Woolman on July 5, 2012
This exhibition from the Westcoast Calligraphy Society features nursery rhymes through colourful illustrations.
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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.
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