It's the final day! Entries for 'Carve your PhD' are due today! Carve the best pumpkin (or neep!) and you could win this fabulous trophy, plus £25 in book tokens (cat not included)! 🎃🍬🐈‍⬛🎉 abdn.site/phD

🌍💻 Our digital lives have a carbon footprint. Join us online Wed 29 Oct for a workshop on reducing the environmental impact of your tech use. abdn.site/digcar We’ll talk e-waste, energy use, data storage, and AI’s impact on the planet. 🌱 #DigitalCarbonFootprint #SustainableTech #ClimateAction

📢 Calling all postgraduate research students! Are you just starting your doctorate? Getting stuck into your research? Writing up your PhD? We're here to support you! More details in the Library Blog: www.abdn.ac.uk/library/blog...

⚠️📚Warning: Do Not Cross. 📚⛔️ Behind the tape are stories that governments and groups around the world have tried to silence. #BannedBooksWeek25 we’re shining a light on the voices that refuse to be quiet and the stories that remind us why the freedom to read matters. Visit Floor 2 in SDRL.

Part of our mission to make scholarship available has to include making sure those works can technically be accessed into the future. So, we're excited to announce a new partnership with @jisc.bsky.social and Libnova for long term preservation of our digital archives www.abdn.ac.uk/news/24712/

📚 Come Visit Us at the PGR Orientation Event 📍 Elphinstone Hall 🕞 Today from 15:30 We're here to answer any questions about the Library and Digital & Information Services - we've got some fun freebies too! Your chance to learn more about the support available to you as a postgraduate researcher.

🍃 🌐 We care about reducing our digital carbon footprint. For practical tips and to find out what you can do read our blog post. www.abdn.ac.uk/library/blog...

📢 SDRL is closed this weekend, Sat 16th & Sun 17th August. Open again Monday morning at 8.30am. Taylor Library is closed/summer opening hours. Medical Library is open! Saturday 9.00-22.00 & Sunday 13.00-22.00 PCs available in MacRobert, rooms 104 & 117. UOA ID card to access the building 24/7.

‼️Another Update‼️ The Sir Duncan Rice Library will reopen tomorrow, 7 Aug at 08.30, closing early at 17.00 on Thursday and Friday. SDRL will be closed at the weekend. If you need to use a pc, the MacRobert Building, Rooms 104 & 117 available to UOA students 24/7. Just swipe your ID card for access.

‼️Medical Library ‼️ Due to staff shortages the Medical Library will close at 5pm tonight, Wednesday 6th August. We apologise for this inconvenience, our doors will be open again tomorrow at 9am. ⏰

‼️NEW UPDATE‼️ Unfortunately, it looks as though the Sir Duncan Rice Library will remain closed on Wednesday 6th of August. As before, please check here before planning a visit. Taylor Library and the Medical Library remain open as usual.

‼️UPDATE‼️ Due to urgent repair work the Sir Duncan Rice Library will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday 5th of August 2025. Please check here before visiting as we will update again about the reopening as soon as the issue is resolved. Taylor Library and the Medical Library are open as usual.

‼️📢 EARLY CLOSURE due to Storm Floris. With adverse weather conditions expected for the rest of the day and associated national advice, all University libraries will close at 5pm today, Monday 4 August 2025, to allow library users and staff to get home safely. Please be safe.

We’re very excited to be holding this year’s SCURL Annual Conference right here in Aberdeen! We look forward to welcoming attendees as we explore how inclusivity can shape the future of library services! @scurlscottish.bsky.social

19 June, 1-3 pm - Old Senate Room & online Assistive Technology Practitioners from 4 Scottish Universities present supporting deaf students in teaching spaces, a case study from a learner using a hearing aid, barriers to using GenAI and reading list reforms. www.abdn.ac.uk/coursebookin...

The view from my window. Caught between overdue books and overachieving rainbows. 🌈📚 #rainbows

📣 Library Hours Update Please note that our library hours will change starting today! Be sure to check the new hours before your next visit 📚✨ For updated hours, visit www.abdn.ac.uk/library/libr...

Celebrating #EarthDay2025 We have put Aberdeen on the map! 🌏♻️ Free clothes giveaway in collaboration with AUSA Swap Shop! Where? Ground floor, SDRL. When? 21-23 April. Come grab yourself something 'new'! #GreenLibraries #OurPowerOurPlanet

www.ticketsource.co.uk/wayword-fest... If you're in Aberdeen next Wednesday night, please come along to the launch event for Fierce Salvage if you can - it's at 6:30pm in the Craig Suite on the 7th floor of @aberdeenunilib.bsky.social. Tickets are free to book from this link.

Earth Day 2025! 🌏 Our Green Library Group is organising a FREE Clothes Giveaway in collaboration with AUSA Swap Shop. 21 - 23 April in the Sir Duncan Rice Library. Sustainable fashion is an important solution to fighting climate change! ♻ #EarthDay2025 #OurPowerOurPlanet #GreenLibraries

It's so easy to feel lonely, anxious, overworked, overwhelmed, unwell, confused, low self-esteem. Making friends, joining activities, and learning new skills can make a big difference. At UOA we believe in the power of our community to support each other's health and well-being. abdn.site/socpres25

This week is all about challenging misconceptions, breaking down barriers, and celebrating the incredible strengths and talents of neurodivergent individuals. Together, let’s create a more inclusive world that understands and champions neurodiversity in all its forms! Find out more 👉 abdn.io/1kg

This thread is great. I wanted to flag the book ‘Say Anarcha’ by J.C. Hallman, released in paperback soon but also check if your local library has the HB to read for free. Aberdeen uni folk, we have a copy in stock @aberdeenunilib.bsky.social blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/pro...

Why is student feedback so important? It helps the University understand what’s working well and where improvements are needed. Share your views on the academic experience at UoA and our campus facilities. Take an active part in real change at the University of Aberdeen. abdn.io/1ij

Are you looking for work experience for Summer 2025? A range of internships are now open for applications - including a position with the library! Please check the out the link for more information: www.abdn.ac.uk/careers/experience/placements/internships-alongside-your-studies/abdn-internships/

Why not pay a visit this World Book Day to the Old Aberdeen Library, located on our ground floor in the Sir Duncan Rice Library?

In celebration of #WorldBookDay, all of our staff will be dressing up today! That said, they've all dressed as librarians - though, to be fair, they dress as librarians everyday. 🤔 Might have more work to do on the memo for next year.

Celebrating #IWD on Wednesday 5 March in the Craig Suite, The Sir Duncan Rice Library. Our panel of speakers bring a wealth of experience and different perspectives about this year's theme "Accelerate Action". Hosted by Vice Principal Jo-Anne Murray, more details: www.abdn.ac.uk/staffnet/new...

Pop-up in the SDRL from 12.00-14.00 today. Come say hello and ask any questions about the library, digital skills and everything IT. We have sweets, games, and some freebies! Can't make it today? Find us at MacRobert Cafe 12:00 - 14:00 on Thursday 6th March.

UG Law Dissertation - Help is available at Taylor Library Are you not sure how to start your dissertation? Or struggling with legal writing? Maybe you need something specific on legal research and Scots law? More information in our blog post: www.abdn.ac.uk/library/blog...

We've reached 40,000 #OAbooks in the OAPEN Library! 🥳 The transition to #openaccess for books is far from complete, but this milestone is proof great things are happening because of passionate people who want to see knowledge open to all 🙌 Browse the collection today: library.oapen.org

Due to staff shortages the Medical Library will close at 5pm today Monday 24 February. SDRL and Taylor libraries remain open as normal. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Good to see @jfklibraryfdn.bsky.social posting again after being shut down earlier in the week There are over 70 archive / archive-adjacent US accounts now on Bluesky, many with great, diverse content. Take a look at the list of North American accounts at go.bsky.app/MN9ZZ3M & support where you can

Advance Notice Due to staff shortages the Medical Library will close at 5pm on Saturday 22nd February and re-open at 5pm on Sunday 23rd. SDRL and Taylor libraries are open as normal. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Yarn Bombers & Pom-Pommers Needed: You’ve heard of living walls? Aka vertical gardening. Since it’s the season of love, Galentines and all that jazz, we're creating a ‘loving wall’ in SDRL. (There are no plans to cover the outside of the building, but you never know how successful this might be)

#LGBTplusHM25 SDRL on Floor 2 From Gay Soc in the 70s, extremely turbulent 80s to Ab-Fab in the 90s the activities of our LGBTQ+ community has been extensively chronicled in The Gaudie. It’s fascinating reading back issues held in our University Collections. www.abdn.ac.uk/collections/...

UOA Law Students - OSCOLA Clinic Help with law referencing is available at Taylor Library. Please don't struggle or lose sleep! Project Room 1 on Mondays 12.00 - 1.00 pm. It's a drop-in service – no booking required! #law #student #uni #referencing #studylawtheysaiditwillbefuntheysaid

From Monday 10 February - FREE Books! 📚♻️ We'll have #booksforstudents in the Sir Duncan Rice and Taylor Libraries. The giveaway will last until all of the books have gone. Showing our commitment to the #GreenLibraries Manifesto. #buildyourlibrary #sustainableliving #ecofriendly

Someone said there's going to be dogs in the library tomorrow. Why not cats? SDRL and Medical Library at 11:15 - 12:15 #studentlife #wellbeing #canineconcernscotlandtrust #cats #mixitup #meowymondays

Digital Skills Week 10th-19th February Join one of our online sessions aimed at enhancing your digital and information skills. Topics include: searching for & referencing academic sources, organisation, digital notetaking and making your documents stand out. Book here: abdn.site/cbsdisk

Are you missing that special furry friend? Come along to one of our Woofy Wednesday Therapets sessions. Open to all UOA students and staff. These friendly, adorable dogs love to meet new people. #student #woofywednesday #canineconcernscotlandtrust #librarydogs #feelgood #staffwellbeing

Due to the worsening weather all University of Aberdeen libraries will close at 16.00 today, Friday 24 January. This is to ensure that all library staff and our users get home safely. All libraries will reopen as normal tomorrow, Saturday 25 January at 09.00 Take care out there 💛

We have Career Services drop-ins for undergraduate and postgraduate Law students at Taylor Library. See the library blog for more www.abdn.ac.uk/library/blog...

Assistive Technology online drop in sessions. Want to try dictation or Read Aloud software? Sophisticated spell checker? We can help with wellbeing, using a screen tint or reading ruler. 15 minute slots Mondays 1- 4pm and Tuesdays 9am - 12pm #assistivetechnology #makelifebetter #accessibility

It's Welcome Week and what's a warmer welcome than soft fluffy ears and a waggy tail? Don't you think Fonzie's looking dapper in his bow tie? Woofy Wednesdays! Our Therapet friends are in the libraries. Medical Library at 11:15 Sir Duncan Rice Library at 14:00 Come for cuddle 🥰

We look forward to welcoming to all new LLM students starting their postgraduate studies at the University of Aberdeen this month. Taylor Library induction talk and tours next week. More information in the Library blog abdn.ac.uk/library/blog

The Sir Duncan Rice Library is open again! (Thursday 16 January) now that the electrical issue affecting the fire alarm has been fixed. Thanks to our Estates and Facilities team for getting us back to normal. And thank you for bearing with us - your patience and cooperation is appreciated. ❤

Join our "Get Yourself Organised!" online session in Welcome Week. Whether you're new to digital learning or looking to enhance your existing skills, this session will provide practical tips to streamline your academic journey. Tuesday 21 January 11:00-12:00 Sign up abdn.ac.uk/coursebooking

Unfortunately the Sir Duncan Rice Library will remain closed today (Wednesday 15 January). We are doing all we can to resolve the problem, and remember study space is available at the Taylor Library in the meantime. www.abdn.ac.uk/library/

Unfortunately the Sir Duncan Rice Library will remain closed today (Tuesday 14 January). We are doing all we can to resolve the problem, and remember study space can be booked at the Taylor Library in the meantime. www.abdn.ac.uk/library/usin...