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Strategic Direction:
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By Glenn Drexhage on October 29, 2012
The handsome, refurbished Library at UBC’s Okanagan campus has officially opened. Highlights of the $1.4-million renovation include increased student seating and new amenities; read the media releaseto find out more this great new space. The opening also received media coverage in the Okanagan. Check out “UBCO library upgrade enhances teaching and research” in the […]
Posted in General, Press releases | Tagged with Media coverage, spaces, spaces and services, student spaces, UBC Okanagan, UBC Okanagan Library
By Glenn Drexhage on October 25, 2012
The transformation of UBC Library is examined in a feature article in the Ubyssey. The article, entitled “Turning a Page: the changing role of the university library,” examines issues including electronic resources, digitization, collections management, space and budgetary issues, and more. Interview subjects include David Farrar, UBC’s Provost and Vice President Academic; Ingrid Parent, University Librarian; […]
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged with changes, collections, digitization, electronic resources, Media coverage, spaces, spaces and services
By Jessica Woolman on August 1, 2012
The Research Commons will provide one-on-one consultations and workshops on thesis formatting as well as peer-led interdisciplinary research discussions for graduate students.
Posted in General | Tagged with graduate students, Koerner Library, Research Commons, spaces, spaces and services, student spaces
By Jessica Woolman on July 28, 2012
As the Library implements a number of concurrent changes to meet its strategic directions, we will share news and updates with our community of library users. Communication channels will include email correspondence, updates in Library publications, in-person meetings and presentations, and through web communications. Music Library relocation (June 14, 2013) Changes to St. Paul’s Hospital […]
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By Jessica Woolman on July 16, 2012
The new multi-service desk provides a range of services in one single location, and will be rolled out at other branches in early 2013.
Posted in Events | Tagged with Koerner Library, renovations, services, spaces, spaces and services
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 […]
Posted in General | Tagged with construction, IKBLC, library changes, spaces, spaces and services, student spaces
By Jessica Woolman on March 27, 2012
It’s almost the end of the academic year and we’re putting the finishing touches on the renovations to Koerner Library’s 3rd floor – just in time for final exams and end-of-term papers. The revamped study space and reading area will re-open on Monday, April 2 and feature new computer stations and open group study areas. […]
Posted in General | Tagged with Great Reads, renovations, spaces, spaces and services, student spaces
By Glenn Drexhage on September 19, 2011
The top tips for UBC Library appear in the latest issue of UBC Reports, “Back to School and In the Cloud” (UBC Reports | Vol. 57 | No. 9 | Sep. 1, 2011). The item appears below, and can also be found on the UBC Reports website. Top 10 tips for connecting with UBC Library, without setting foot […]
Posted in General | Tagged with Chung Collection, digital collections, Media coverage, research learning and scholarship, social media, spaces, spaces and services, student spaces
By Glenn Drexhage on January 5, 2011
It’s 2011, and Woodward Library is proud to enter the new year with a new look. Late last fall, the Library’s lower level – also known as the Garden Level – was unveiled to the public after undergoing an extensive renovation. The handsome result is a user-centred, collaborative study space that features more natural light, […]
Posted in General, Strategic Plan | Tagged with renovations, spaces, spaces and services, student spaces, Woodward Library
By Jessica Woolman on December 23, 2010
The Garden Level of Woodward Library has become a light-filled, technology-replete haven for students seeking quiet study space on the South side of campus. A recent renovation of Woodward’s ground floor has transformed what students said was as a dark, cold space into a sociable yet studious setting with areas designated for group collaboration […]
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