You must relax
It’s the busiest time in the University academic year and for some of you, it may be getting a little too noisy for comfort. Happily, if you are finding the bustle and noise a little much, help is at hand.
Author: David Bennett
Assistant Librarian (Promotions) at the University Library. An enthusiastic advocate of libraries, diversity, inclusion, equity, and social justice for all, inside and outside the workplace.
Living sustainably
Sustainable living can help you create your own personal style and fill your personal world with things that you love rather than accepting the current mass-manufactured fashion. From the clothes you wear to the furniture you live with, sustainable shopping means you can benefit your pocket as well as the planet.
Sustainability and social justice
We all share a need to deliver a future world that the Earth can continue to sustain and that future generations will inherit. The choices we make now will have a long-lasting impact on future generations. The impact of climate change is now undeniable and felt by everyone. It will also be felt particularly heavily by those children and young people who have done little or nothing to contribute to the climate crisis, yet will bear the full force of climate change impacts. Environmental conservation and sustainability are intrinsically linked with social justice and equality, with the most egalitarian societies enjoying the lowest pollution levels and best health.
Going green, staying sustainable
The University is committed to sustainability, making ethical choices that minimise the resources we consume and leave the least possible impact on the planet. By reducing, re-using and recycling, we can often save money and help support other people to live more easily. Controlling heating more precisely, using energy-efficient equipment and lighting saves on energy costs, and developing a more energy-efficient estate all save money in the longer term. It also reduces our carbon footprint and pollution, creating a cleaner, safer planet for future generations. So what is the University doing to become more sustainable?
Green Week 2024
There’s lots going on this Green Week (22-27 April 2024), from and Eco Fayre and Eco Swap Shop to a chance to adopt a plant and design its pot! Check out everything that is taking place over on the Green …
Calling all PGM students!
Are you a PGM student? The Library and UPSU would love to hear from you. As part of the Lasting Change initiative, we’re committed to improving the experience of all our PGM students. You can make a massive difference to this by taking part in an upcoming PGM student focus group and telling us your lived experiences. As a thank you for taking part, UPSU are offering a number of £25 vouchers for those taking part.
Introducing RNIB Bookshare: electronic resources for widening accessibility
The Library can supply accessible versions of its many resources in many different accessible formats through RNIB BookShare and our own scanning service for anyone with a qualifying disability.
Exploring racial justice
With more elections coming up and racial inequality still rife in the UK and worldwide, this begs the question of what can be done to create a fairer society. We have resources that directly address these social issues, from checklists and bite-sized explorations of white privilege to reports recommending authoritative evidence-based interventions. Here are some highly readable resources to help you explore the causes and counters to racial injustice in the UK.
Trial showcase of the Early English Books Online platform
Early English Books Online are changing platform at the end of July. Our trial of the new platform is now live and available, and ProQuest are offering a webinar to help you get to grips with the new platform on 25 April. Spread the word and sign up now!
Search across our historical sources
If you are studying History and like the convenience of an all in one search, you will be thrilled to discover that three of our major suppliers now offer a search across all their collections. This is a great feature …
