Showing posts with label UWTSD.. Show all posts
Showing posts with label UWTSD.. Show all posts

Monday, 6 July 2015

A-Z of UWTSD libraries...





Well, after a five month journey, we’re finally at the end of our UWTSD library A-Z! We hope you’ve found it interesting and that you’ve discovered lots of new things about your library service. Make sure you pop in next time you’re passing and discover something new for yourself. In the meantime, let’s finish the alphabet...

All images courtesy of: Josh Filhol / Library A-Z


X is for:
eXpertise (OK, so we cheated a bit! Let us know if you can think of something beginning with X!!) – Your librarians have a wealth of knowledge and expertise! If you’re struggling to find information for your projects and assignments, come and speak to us, we can help! We can show you the quickest and best ways to search for up-to-date and relevant subject related information. All you have to do is ask!



Y is for:
‘You said, we did’ – We do our best to take on board all your comments and suggestions and to make improvements to the library service wherever possible. This year, at your request; we introduced laptop loans, we increased the number of e-resources, we improved our library website, and we introduced the ‘suggest a book’ online request form for you to request new titles to be considered for purchase. Thanks for all your feedback!



Z is for:
Zones – We try and offer study space to suit all requirements, that’s why we divide our libraries into appropriate zones wherever possible. We provide quiet study space, groups study space, IT zones and seminar rooms for private group work and presentations. Please respect those around you and select the appropriate zone for your needs.


Wednesday, 25 March 2015

A-Z of UWTSD Libraries...

Image courtesy of: Josh Filhol / Library A-Z
We’re on letter I of our A-Z of UWTSD libraries this week! Just when you thought you knew everything there was to know about libraries…

I is for:

·     Internet – All our UWTSD libraries provide you with free internet access, via networked PCs and Wi-Fi. All you need is your university login and password.

·      Inter-Library Loans – If we don’t have the book or journal article you’re looking for, we can borrow it for you from the British Library via our Inter Library Loan scheme. All you need to do is fill in a short form. The service is free of charge and requested items are usually supplied very quickly.

·    InformationLiteracy – Being ‘information literate’ means being able to find, evaluate and use a variety of information sources (both print and online) effectively and ethically. Your library can help! Did you know we offer Online Research sessions to help you understand and use the library’s e-resources more effectively for your studies? We also have Subject Librarians available at all times to help with any aspect of finding relevant information for your projects and assignments. Information literacy is an important life skill, not just for your education but for your future career too, so make use of the experts in your library now!  

·         Inspiration! – If you’re struggling for inspiration for a project, assignment or dissertation topic why not pop in to your nearest UWTSD library and ask for help? We have a wealth of information and expertise to hand! 

Wednesday, 18 March 2015

A-Z of UWTSD Libraries...

Image courtesy of: Josh Filhol / Library A-Z
Time to move on with our A-Z of the highlights of UWTSD libraries - today we’ve reached the letter H

H is for:

·    Home – You don’t need to come into the library to access our fantastic resources, our online library is accessible from home 24/7. All you need is your university login and password and you’ll be able to access E-books, E-journals, E-newspapers and more without even stepping outside your own front door! Plus our library catalogue is available on our website and expert help from your subject librarian is only a phone call away if needed…so why not let us bring the library to you?!

·  Helpdesk (IT) – If you’re having problems with your university login/password, accessing Moodle, or any other IT related problems feel free to contact the IT Helpdesk for assistance. They can be reached by emailing Helpdesk@uwtsd.ac.uk or by calling (01792) 481134. 

·       Health, History, Heritage & Hospitality! – You’ll find information on a whole host of academic subjects at UWTSD libraries, these are just a few beginning with H!! Don’t forget the databases in our online library too, such as – Hospitality & Tourism Complete or Humanities Source.

·     Happy to Help – Remember, you can always ask a member of the library staff if you have any information related problems or queries…we’re happy to help!