Post-secondary sector unites on Fair Dealing practices
A new website was launched to provide information on copyright law and fair dealing services offered in universities, colleges, and research libraries across the country.
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Leddy Library to host workshops on Research Data Management and Text Data Mining
Researchers looking to enhance their data skills are encouraged to join the Leddy Library for a series of workshops.
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Mystery date with a book available at Leddy Library
No “swiping right” this Valentine’s Day: go to Leddy Library to be set up on a mystery date with a book!
The Leddy team has carefully selected and wrapped eligible books that are waiting patiently for their special readers. The identity of the book won’t be revealed until the book has been checked out and unwrapped.
You can find your "mystery date" on the main floor of the Leddy Library from Feb. 6 to 17 while supplies last.
Take a chance… maybe you’ll meet your next favourite book.
The Leddy team has carefully selected and wrapped eligible books that are waiting patiently for their special readers. The identity of the book won’t be revealed until the book has been checked out and unwrapped.
You can find your "mystery date" on the main floor of the Leddy Library from Feb. 6 to 17 while supplies last.
Take a chance… maybe you’ll meet your next favourite book.
Librarian wins recognition for contributions to employment equity
Demonstrating a commitment to employment equity is something she tries to do every day, says associate university librarian Karen Pillon.
“Equity is not something we just do when we sit down at an employment equity table and we say now we’re going to use it,” she says. “It really has to be life-long.”
“Equity is not something we just do when we sit down at an employment equity table and we say now we’re going to use it,” she says. “It really has to be life-long.”
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Course Reserves in Brightspace Ready for Winter
With the winter term approaching, this is a quick reminder to faculty that the library is here to help support your class. With the launch of Brightspace in Winter 2023, we are still receiving some questions about whether Brightspace and Leganto will be ready to go for this winter.
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Leddy Library used book sale returns
Calling all book lovers: The Leddy Library used book sale is back!
Starting Monday, Nov. 14, the library will sell used books and materials at bargain prices — all items are $1.
The book sale will be set up across from the information desk on the first floor of Leddy's main building.
The sale will continue through Nov. 25 during the library’s working hours. Proceeds will support the library’s Student Appreciation Day activities.
Starting Monday, Nov. 14, the library will sell used books and materials at bargain prices — all items are $1.
The book sale will be set up across from the information desk on the first floor of Leddy's main building.
The sale will continue through Nov. 25 during the library’s working hours. Proceeds will support the library’s Student Appreciation Day activities.
Leddy adds rooms dedicated to student wellness
The Leddy Library surprised students this month with three new spaces designed to enhance their wellness.
These spaces have been designated as “wellness rooms”: two in the main building on the second and third floors, and one in the west building on the third floor. Each room is equipped with dimmable lighting and cozy furniture to help students relax.
While the renovations have just wrapped up, it didn’t take long for students to find them.
These spaces have been designated as “wellness rooms”: two in the main building on the second and third floors, and one in the west building on the third floor. Each room is equipped with dimmable lighting and cozy furniture to help students relax.
While the renovations have just wrapped up, it didn’t take long for students to find them.
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Math students gain experience through the Academic Data Centre
Researchers had extra support at the Academic Data Centre in the Winter 2022 semester thanks to mathematics and statistics students. Nine students enrolled in the statistical consulting courses had the opportunity to assist in the centre to hone their skills and gain valuable hands-on experience.
The venture is part of a growing collaboration between the centre and the Department of Mathematics and Statistics that allows students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate levels to apply their course learning to real scientific statistical analysis projects.
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Pickup Anywhere launches at Leddy Library
Leddy Library in collaboration with 16 partner institutions is offering Pickup Anywhere, a new service extending the Omni academic search tool that will allow for users to pick up materials they request at any of the partnering libraries.
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Make a lucky charm button at Leddy Library this week
Button-Making is back at Leddy Library! From March 16 - 18, stop by Leddy Library to make a Lucky-Charm button. The Leddy Team will be offering free button-making during regular library hours.
Make a custom button using your favourite photos and designs or get crafty with the supplies and pre-made templates provided by Leddy.
The team will have all the equipment and supplies needed from magazines to cut images from, drawing tools, and pre-made templates.
Make a custom button using your favourite photos and designs or get crafty with the supplies and pre-made templates provided by Leddy.
The team will have all the equipment and supplies needed from magazines to cut images from, drawing tools, and pre-made templates.
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