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By Jessica Woolman on December 10, 2013
This is a notice that a construction crew will begin drilling through the concrete floor on Level 3 (Qualicum Room) of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre on the morning of Thursday, December 20. This work will continue on and off during daytime open hours until December 31. At times this will be noisy and disruptive. […]
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By Andrea Coutts on September 9, 2013
The way we were, the way we are: UBC Library over the years.
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By Jessica Woolman on September 3, 2013
Students – start your term off on the right foot by exploring UBC Library!
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By Jessica Woolman on July 31, 2013
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 the north wing – will be relocated due to a renovation project. Users can access the library through gates on Level Four, via the central staircase or the elevator. […]
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By Jessica Woolman on June 21, 2013
Work is underway to construct new music and media commons spaces on Level 3 of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre. Construction is scheduled for completion in mid-August. The new media commons spaces will feature: four high-tech, acoustically buffered multimedia rooms new student work counters in four bay windows carrels that will house Mac computers and […]
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By Jessica Woolman on June 4, 2013
For students today, UBC Library is more than a quiet place to study.
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By Library Communications on May 27, 2013
UBC Library is reimagining its spaces as student learning becomes more group-focused and multidisciplinary.
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By Jessica Woolman on April 17, 2013
Update on St. Paul’s Library and BC Children’s and Women’s Health Centre (Hamber) Library.
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By Jessica Woolman on January 24, 2013
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 […]
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By Jessica Woolman on November 16, 2012
Faculty, students and staff have asked a number of questions related to UBC Library’s decision to consolidate its services and collections. Answers to some of the most frequently asked questions are provided below; we will continue to add to these as updates become available. Student-specific FAQ FAQs about St. Paul’s Hospital Library and BC Children’s […]
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