Library play it, watch it, pause it – make the most of your study time in libraries
April 30, 2018
Play it, watch it, pause it. It’s peak library time both in terms of study productivity and numbers of people in the libraries. We’ve introduced some new initiatives into libraries that offer some quiet distraction for those of you who are spending more time with us and perhaps feeling more stressed out than usual. In …
Opening up the University of Nottingham archives
April 23, 2018
In May 2018, NUsearch will offer a newly integrated discovery route to all of our library, manuscripts and archives collections. Presenting a fuller picture of our extensive and unique collections for students, researchers and staff. Manuscripts and Special Collections is responsible for approximately 3 million documents, which are available for everyone to consult in the …
#lovelibraries Photo Competition
April 18, 2018
Share your images of our libraries with us and you could win one of three prizes (1st prize £50, 2nd prize £30, 3rd prize £20), plus the chance to get your photo displayed in one of our libraries. University of Nottingham Libraries and the Students’ Union have teamed up to run a photo competition. We’re …
Multimedia collections in University of Nottingham Libraries
April 16, 2018
University of Nottingham Libraries has a wealth of free multimedia services that can be used by students and staff. If you just use YouTube or Netflix to find films or documentaries, then you’re missing out on valuable material that will both enlighten and entertain. This post highlights 3 of these services: DVD collection Box of …
On trial: Historical newspaper archives
April 13, 2018
We’re pleased to bring you trial access to a number of historical newspaper archives from Gale Primary Sources: The Telegraph Historical Archive, 1855-2000 The Financial Times Historical Archive, 1888-2016 British Library Newspapers, parts III – V The Telegraph Historical Archive, 1855-2000 The Daily Telegraph was launched in 1855, and within 10 years was able …
On trial: American Antiquarian Society Archive Collection
April 12, 2018
We’re pleased to bring you trial access to the entire American Antiquarian Society (AAS) Historical Periodicals Collection. Partnering with the AAS, the premier library documenting the life of America’s people from the Colonial Era through the Civil War and Reconstruction, EBSCO Information Services provides digital access to the most comprehensive collection of American periodicals published …
On trial: New York Amsterdam News and Chicago Defender
April 11, 2018
We currently have trial access to New York Amsterdam News (1922–1993) and Chicago Defender (1910-1975). These historical newspaper collections provide researchers with first-hand accounts and information that was excluded or marginalized in mainstream sources. The New York Amsterdam News grew to become one of the leading black newspapers and one of New York’s most influential …
MyiLibrary ebooks move to Ebook Central platform – 21 March
March 12, 2018
ProQuest is one of our biggest suppliers of ebooks, covering a wide range subjects and all discoverable through NUsearch. For some time, ProQuest have been rolling out a new ebook platform called Ebook Central which has enhanced the usability of some of our ebooks, for example Ebrary has already moved into the this new environment. …
On trial: Women’s Studies Archive – Women’s Issues and Identities
March 2, 2018
We currently have trial access to the Women’s Studies Archive: Women’s Issues and Identities. The Archive focuses on the social, political, and professional achievements of women throughout the nineteenth and twentieth century. This collection of primary sources from manuscripts, newspapers and periodicals gives insight into some of the pioneers of women’s movements. It explores the history …
We’ve raised £8,463 to support literacy projects #WorldBookDay
March 1, 2018
We’re celebrating World Book Day today. There’s lots planned across our libraries, so come along and get involved! As World Book Day is a worldwide celebration of books and reading, it’s the perfect time to update you – we’ve raised a fantastic £8,463.51 to help fund educational resources in Tanzanian secondary schools. How have we …
