On trial: Digital National Security Archive
March 28, 2022
We are pleased to bring you trial access to Digital National Security Archive. Digital National Security Archive is a comprehensive collection of declassified primary documents central to U.S. foreign and military policy since 1945. Collections cover the most critical world events, countries, and U.S. policy decisions from post-World War II through the 21st century. More …
You Said, We Did – how we’ve responded to your feedback
March 23, 2022
We love feedback at University of Nottingham Libraries. We love hearing what you love about our services and spaces also how we might be able to make changes to better support you during your time at Nottingham. We regularly make changes based on feedback received through surveys, emails, social media, whiteboards in libraries, conversations with …
From classmarks to oversize: your guide to common library terms
March 18, 2022
Using the library for the first time can be a daunting experience, especially when you come across terms such as classmark, Interlibrary Loan, Issue and MFD. Read on for our guide to what some of the most used terms in our libraries really mean. Don’t forget if you have any questions about using our libraries, …
Looking for study space?
March 15, 2022
Whatever your needs, our libraries have a place for you. From silent study rooms to spaces for working with friends, there’s something for everyone across our libraries and Study here spaces. If you have questions, ask any member of Library staff or contact us by Live Chat, email or phone. Booking study space Our libraries …
Sustainability Action Week: Recycling library books to reduce waste
March 3, 2022
We regularly remove books from our library shelves, for example to make space for new editions of titles or because we’ve worked with academics to identify items which are no longer required to support teaching and research. This year’s Annual Library Book Stock Review has just opened. As it’s Sustainability Action Week, we thought we’d remind you …
Eight reasons to love your libraries
February 14, 2022
This Valentine’s Day we wanted to share just a few of the reasons to love your university libraries. From our help and support services to our eight libraries and extensive print and online collections. 1. Here to help We love our books and buildings, but did you know that we also offer a wide range …
On trial: British Online Archives
February 3, 2022
We are pleased to bring you trial access to the British Online Archives (BOA) database. The BOA is a huge collection of primary source documents for students and researchers in the humanities and social sciences. The database hosts over 4 million records from both public and private archives, covering 1,000 years of history. There are …
On trial: Adam Matthew collections
January 31, 2022
Until 4 April, Adam Matthew have opened up extended access to the following collections: Defining Gender, 1450-1910 East India Company Empire Online Foreign Office Files for India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan 1947-1980 Macmillan Cabinet Papers, 1957-1963 Mass Observation Online, Modules I-IV Mass Observation Project, 1981-2009 Medieval Travel Writing Research Methods Primary Sources Defining Gender, 1450-1910 explores …
January assessments – support from Libraries
January 24, 2022
Libraries are here to help you prepare for your assessments. Not sure where to start? Read on for more information about how we can help, top tips for studying effectively and links to some useful resources from across the university. 1. Get support for your studies Libraries offer a range of services to support students with their academic learning, including our helpline, useful online resources and weekly webinars. – If …
On trial: Confidential Print: Middle East 1839-1969
January 21, 2022
We are pleased to bring you trial access to Confidential Print: Middle East 1839-1969. This collection is sourced from The National Archives, Kew, and contains material that was issued by the British Government between 1820 and 1970. Within the collection are letters, telegrams, comprehensive dispatches, and texts of treaties. It covers the countries of the Levant, …
