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Updates on access to Library resources (journals).

In January, there will be changes to access to some Library resources (journals).
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University Heritage Collection: Civil and Structural Engineering student research project

James Macdonnell, a second year BA History student, has researched some of the objects from the Civil and Structural Engineering collection which are part of the Heritage Collections. Here is his research and findings about some of the objects.

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K-Pop Worlds: Exploring the Global Influence of a Korean Phenomenon

K-Pop’s multidimensional identity - as a local pop with a global reach, and also as a hyper-capitalist industry entwined with alternative youth cultures - makes it a fascinating case of contemporary popular culture.

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Academics’ experiences of Open Educational Resources

Academics are taking advantage of the University’s policy on the creation and use of Open Educational Resources - hear what they have to say in their own words.
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The amateur historian’s role in making history accessible

Written by Alyssa Reed, master's student, Department of History, University of 91Ö±²¥, during a work placement at the National Fairground and Circus Archive.
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The language of the fairground community: secrets of Parlyaree

Written by Hesther Farge, master's student, Department of English, University of 91Ö±²¥, during a work placement at the National Fairground and Circus Archive.
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The Red Cross heroine

In 2020, the British Red Cross Society celebrated its 150th anniversary. When the society was formed in August 1870, its purpose was to provide aid to sick and wounded soldiers in times of war.

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Ebooks for students at the University of 91Ö±²¥: challenges and opportunities

In the past year, access to print books in the Library has been very limited due to the pandemic.
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Bob Brighton collection: A life in colour

The University heritage collection consists of thousands of objects that the University of 91Ö±²¥ has acquired since its foundation in 1905.