The University of Alberta Library subscribes to numerous databases that are core for certain disciplines, but also really deserving of wider attention. Here is one of those gems… With National Comic Book Day right around the corner, here’s a gem to tickle your funny bone. The World of Archie Comics Archive is part of the Alexander Street Platform. Though geared towards researchers interested in Cultural Studies, Women’s & Gender Studies and English,…

This post was a written in consultation with Librarian Allison Sivak. Friday, September 30 marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (TRC). On that day classes are cancelled and campus services, including the Library, will close to allow students and staff to contemplate the repercussions of the Canadian residential school system. To support this reflection the Library invites students and staff to take part in the following activities.   Orange Shirt Beaded Pin…

Congratulations to ISTL: Issues in Science & Technology Librarianship, for publishing their 100th issue this month!  With its first issue published way back in 1991, ISTL was an early adopter of the electronic publishing medium. Back then, they were distributed using simple text files, and used ASCII art to represent the logo of STS (Science and Technology Section of the American Library Association)! Over the years, ISTL’s format evolved into HTML and…

You might be surprised to know that the University of Alberta Library has eight locations, spread across four campuses.  We have locations with specialised collections and services – we even have a library where you can expect to be greeted en français! Choosing a place to study, and access resources will depend to a large extent on your program of study but also where you are located.  Join us on a virtual…