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Today we are having a look at books that explore time (and our relationship to it). We invited colleague Brett Sheehan, Student Information Services Assistant and University of Alberta student in Library and Information Studies, to share these book suggestions drawn from a book display he curated at Rutherford Library last year (or was it? – time flies).   Brett: From the start, I wanted to look into our library’s science fiction collection.…

Il est difficile de trouver le bonheur en nous, il est impossible de le trouver ailleurs. –Nicolas Chamfort Depuis 2013, la Journée internationale du bonheur est célébrée le 20 mars chaque année. Initiée par les Nations unies “pour reconnaître l’importance du bonheur dans la vie des gens du monde entier”, elle nous rappelle que nous pouvons participer activement à notre propre bien-être et à celui des autres en adoptant des pratiques qui cultivent le…

Happiness is not something readymade. It comes from your own actions. Dalai Lama Since 2013, International Day of Happiness has been celebrated every March 20. Initiated by the United Nations “to recognise the importance of happiness in the lives of people around the world,” it reminds us that we can actively participate in our own—and others’—wellbeing by engaging in practices that cultivate lasting happiness.  While challenges are often beyond our control, Happiness…

To bring awareness to the Days of Action at the University of Alberta, the Library invited Heather Ritz, Community Social Worker with Wellness Supports (uab.ca/wellness) to share her reflections as well as resources to explore for World Hello Day – November 21. Hello, I’m so glad you’re here! (This seems to me to be the most appropriate way to begin a reflection on World Hello Day, but truly, I mean it: Hello!). …

Pour souligner les Days of Action de l’université de l’Alberta, la bibliothèque a invité Heather Ritz, travailleuse sociale communautaire auprès de services de bien-être à partager ses réflexions ainsi que des ressources à explorer à l’occasion de la journée mondiale du “bonjour” le 21 novembre. Bonjour, je suis ravie que vous soyez là ! (Il me semble qu’un chaleureux « bonjour! » est la manière la plus appropriée de commencer cette réflexion…

« La couverture ne fait pas le livre » est de retour à la bibliothèque de l’Université de l’Alberta ! Du lundi 18 novembre au dimanche 1er décembre, nos présentoirs de livres « La couverture ne fait pas le livre » sont là pour vous permettre d’explorer de nouvelles lectures. Le thème de cette année explore près de 400 ouvrages imprimés et 30 livres électroniques d’auteurs de l’Amérique latine et des Caraïbes.…

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…

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…

The 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…