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…

Happy 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…

The University of Alberta aims to grow Open Access (OA) publishing by 50% – ie. the proportion of research publications released freely online with no paywalls – by 2028. This growth is a key indicator in the University’s plan for research and innovation, Forward with Purpose.  There have always been multiple pathways to sharing publications openly. This includes options offered by the Library, such as our Publishing program (for journals and textbooks)…