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Changes at UBC Library – stay connected
The Library Changes website features information and news on changes to collections, services and spaces. Stay connected and up-to-date.
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 […]
UBC Library jumps in ARL rankings
UBC Library has jumped to third place among Canadian academic institutions, according to rankings issued by the Association of Research Libraries.
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre multi-service reference desk
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 […]
Great Reads expands to Woodward Library
UBC Library’s Great Reads leisure-reading program has expanded to include Woodward Library.
Learning Centre to enhance space and services
The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre is working to provide a new multi-service desk and upgraded spaces.
RBSC and University Archives reduced hours
UBC Library’s Rare Books and Special Collections and the University Archives will have reduced hours through the month of August.
Collection moves
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 […]
Construction and renovation updates
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 […]