Inormation about the University of Portsmouth Library, its services and activities
Working early or late has some benefits – there’s always space to spread out, it’s quieter, so you can concentrate without distractions, and it’s a good time to wander over to the Library and get stuck into some serious study. Yet, you need to stay hydrated and fed even when you’ve exhausted your snack box and the local coffee shops have closed (or not yet opened). Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered.
It’s amazing how much we’ve changed since you joined us (unless you’ve just joined us, in which case we are busy changing even as I type this!). We are always keen to hear what our clients think and want, and we are forever watching to spot what you find challenging. Our ongoing Customer Service Excellence Standard recognition shows our ongoing commitment to delivering the best service possible as our staff “go the extra mile” and embed enhancements to your Library experience across the board. So, what’s gotten better?
Anyone can injure themselves and find it difficult to carry books around, and while we make as many books available electronically as possible, a few books remain only available in print, while some people prefer to read from printed books, particularly when they study for extended periods. Often, academic books tend to be the sort of heavy book with which you can prop open a door or build a small bunker.
Happily, between our postal loans, wheeled book trolleys, and click and collect service, both our print and electronic books are easily available to everyone.
Don’t miss Dr John Kannenberg’s public talk exploring the Museum of Portable Sound at 5.30 pm on Friday 26 January 2024, where John will be giving an introduction to the Museum, playing some of the sounds in the collection, and offering a walkthrough of the Sounds Beyond Music exhibits from the Museums’ Physical Objects Collection.
We all hope you had an enjoyable and restful Christmas break! It’s the start of term again, which means your library is open 24/7 from today. Whatever you need, please get in touch and let us know. We’re all here …
Some people love the fresh start of a new year and the idea of tackling something new or giving up something old. Others hate the idea of the pressure or fear of finding they have given up by the second …
The following is a list of new ebooks received by the Library during December. More complete listings for the year can be found on our website’s new books page
The following is a list of new books received by the Library during December. More complete listings for the year can be found on our website’s new books page
We’re back! Library staff are back in the office again and are here to help with all your library and information-related enquiries. Stop by the Library Skills drop-in office or chat with us online!
We have been recognised for our commitment to customer service for the fifth time in a row! The Library’s Customer Service Excellence award has been renewed for the fifth time since 2016.
