Category: Ethnicity

By now (end of Term 1) you are probably familiar with finding your way around the Library, whether we are talking about the physical building or the Library’s online catalogue. But did you know the Library has its own collection of online courses? These were designed to equip students with key study skills, such as […]

How much do you know about the reality and the experiences of having dyslexia while navigating higher education? In this post, Rebecca shares her experience, from diagnosis to finding the positives and using it as an advantage. It is Dyslexia Awareness Week, and we would like to share Rebecca’s reflection and tips with you, in […]

Finding it difficult to maintain your concentration when revising or don’t know if your studying is efficient enough? Next thing you know you’re taking an extended break that was meant to only last 5 minutes. Trust me, we’ve all been there. With exams being around the corner though, it’s important to study smarter, not harder. […]

To get a head start with spring term, up his research game and learn more about Library resources, Kirby (the Library’s Study Happy penguin) has been exploring the Library’s collection of free online courses. Read his story (told by Emma Brown – Academic Support) The Library seemed like a huge place for a 5 inch […]

Have you ever needed to know what is being said about a major issue in Parliament, or whether a new Bill is about to become law soon? In today’s post, find out how to keep up with Parliamentary information Keeping up to date with Parliamentary information! Whether you love politicians or hate them, it is […]

No more classes, no more exams – now what do you do with your spare time on campus before packing it all up and going home for summer? Well, look no further, as I have collated for you a brief list of activities happening at Warwick in the upcoming weeks, so you’ll have no excuse […]

Have you had enough of zombies or nurses costumes and scary movies? Already read Dracula and Frankenstein? Halloween is here so we thought we’d give you a different way to celebrate by sharing our best Library picks to help you face your fears… By Oriane Boulay 1. Atychiphobia (Fear of failure) Let’s start with a […]

Writing out equations on your shower window? Spelling out key-terms in your alphabetti spaghetti? Looks like you need some help with preparing for revision I’ll be the first to say it: exams are horrible, stressful and downright detestable. However, they’re pretty compulsory for, y’know, a degree. But not to worry, I’m here to offer you […]

Struggling to find original source material? Want to make your essay stand out? Here’s how to get ahead by using the Modern Records Centre (MRC) and its archives…by Nuala Clarke We’ve all been there; staring up at the looming gap of oblivion where your book should be. You check your code again. You look around the […]

Before you arrive at university you may not know what a reading list is, the purpose it serves, and how to navigate your way around it. Read on to find out…By Francesca Cornick So what exactly is a reading list? A reading list is exactly what it sounds like, a list of readings which have […]