Borrowing

Dans le monde des sciences, de la technologie, de l’ingénierie et des mathématiques (STIM), lire signifie souvent s’attaquer à des textes denses et techniques. Cependant, il existe une collection croissante de livres STIM plus légers et plus accessibles qui rendent les sujets complexes agréables à lire pour tout le monde. Que vous soyez un étudiant, un professionnel ou simplement un passionné curieux, ces livres offrent un moyen amusant d’explorer les merveilles de…

In the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), reading often means tackling dense, technical texts. However, there’s a growing collection of lighter, more accessible STEM books that make complex topics enjoyable for everyone. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or simply a curious enthusiast, these books offer a fun and enlightening way to explore the wonders of science and technology. This blog article was inspired by a book display that…

Welcome to our library’s celebration of Asian Heritage Month! This small selection of ten titles commemorate the rich tapestry of Asian cultures and histories from a Western Canadian perspective. From tales of resilience in the face of adversity to narratives of cultural fusion and identity exploration, these books offer a glimpse into the lives of Asian Canadians in the west.  No, really, where are you from? : personal stories of Chinese identity…

The month of March brings thoughts of spring and melting snow banks. While this might be reason enough to celebrate, March is also a month-long celebration of French culture and language – le Mois de la Francophonie !  Today we are shining the spotlight on French and Francophone literature awards from Canada, France and beyond. Literary awards bring fame, prestige, and sometimes a big jump in book sales. Much anticipated award announcements…

Le mois de mars évoque le printemps et la fonte des neiges. C’est une raison suffisante pour faire la fête, mais le mois de mars est aussi un mois de célébration de la culture et de la langue françaises – le Mois de la Francophonie !  Aujourd’hui, nous mettons en lumière les prix littéraires français et francophones du Canada, de France et d’ailleurs. Les prix littéraires sont synonymes de célébrité, de prestige…

Dr. Adriana Rincón-Villegas shares her book suggestions in honour of International Women’s Day. Adriana is a Research Associate in the Institute for Intersectionality Studies (IIS) at the University of Alberta. She is Colombian and her research interests focus on Latin American politics, gender, and transitional justice.  This International Women’s Day, the IIS invites you to celebrate feminist voices from around the world. We are focusing on the rich tapestry of narratives and…

Adriana Rincón-Villegas partage ses suggestions de livres en l’honneur de la Journée internationale de la femme. Adriana est associée de recherche à l‘Institute for Intersectionality Studies (IIS) de l’Université de l’Alberta. Elle est colombienne et ses recherches portent sur la politique latino-américaine, le genre et la justice transitionnelle. À l’occasion de la Journée internationale de la femme, l’IIS vous invite à célébrer les voix féministes du monde entier. Nous nous concentrons sur…

Written by Lucinda Johnston, Social Sciences + Humanities Librarian As part of Black History Month, this blog celebrates the history of Black musical culture.  Informed by Pan-African music traditions, the innovative styles of Black musicians have been the forerunners of virtually every form of popular music today. To honour the legacy of debt that today’s musical cultures owe to the Black musicians of yesterday, here’s a brief glimpse into the origins of…

In celebration of Black History Month, we invite you on a literary journey featuring a selection of books by and about Black Canadians. These are only a few of the inspiring books, music, and films about Black Canadians found in our collections. For further resources and a broader research scope we suggest you take a look at our library guide on Black Studies: Equity, Diversity, & Inclusivity: Library Resources.  Click on the book…