A perennial favourite has returned to all University of Alberta Library locations! From Monday, November 18, 2024 until Sunday, December 1, 2024, our Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover is here for you to explore new reads. This year’s theme explores almost 400 printed works and 30 ebooks from Latin American and Caribbean authors. Previous works explored have from come authors representing Black, LGBTQ, Indigenous, East Asian, Middle Eastern and South…
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On November 25th at 1PM, join us at the Indigenous Learning Space (Sperber Library), to learn about the Moose Hide Campaign and pledge to join the movement to end gender-based violence. You can take a pin, sign the online pledge, and learn more about preventing violence. People of all ages, genders and backgrounds are welcome to partake in the Moose Hide Campaign activities. The Story of the Moose Hide Campaign Founded by…
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Empowering Independence: 3D Printed Adaptive Technologies at the University of Alberta Library
by Guest Authorby Guest AuthorThe University of Alberta Library is proud to showcase a collection of innovative 3D printed adaptive technologies. These devices, created to assist individuals with disabilities in their daily lives, highlight the potential of 3D printing to produce affordable, customizable solutions. Showcasing Adaptive Solutions Our display features three groundbreaking 3D printed adaptive technologies: Key Turner Bottle Opener Pen Holder Accessing 3D Printing at UAlberta The University of Alberta Library is excited to offer…
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Preserving Born-Digital Records at the University of Alberta Archives
by Guest Authorby Guest AuthorHappy World Digital Preservation Day! On the first Thursday of November, the international community of digital archivists, librarians, curators, creators, users, and everyone interested in or responsible for the preservation of digital records celebrates World Digital Preservation Day (#WDPD). The 2024 theme is Preserving Our Digital Content: Celebrating Communities. The WDPD is the initiative of the Digital Preservation Coalition (DPC). It allows us to connect with colleagues and like-minded people and “celebrate…