If you’re a mature student, the chances are you’ve probably been out of education for a while. Suddenly being thrust back into the world of academia can feel a bit daunting, but as one former mature student suggests, it’s a bit like riding a bicycle… by Julie Robinson Going back to University was something I’d […]
Trick or Treat? 10 picks to help you face your fears
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 […]
Missed your Get Started tour? Here’s what you need to know
Get Familiar: the BioMed Grid
Tucked away atop Gibbet Hill, the BioMed Grid is a collaborative learning space filled with gizmos and educational tools. Although it’s tailored towards medical and Life Sciences students with its choice of books and services, it is open to anyone and is a great space to work… By Charles Hand The Essential Info Here are […]
Home and away: Top tips for distance learners
Are you a distance learner? Whether you’re in Brentwood or Benidorm, you’ll know that studying off campus can be hard. So catch-up with the Library, learn about our top tips and be absolutely fabulous!… by Oriane Boulay Studying off campus can be hard. You might have other commitments, such as work or child care and […]
Get Familiar: Learning Grid Leamington
The Learning Grid in Leamington Spa (or ‘Leamgrid’ as it is affectionately known) might be the University’s best kept secret. As it’s tucked away in the Town Hall, that intimidating building on the Parade behind the statue of Queen Victoria, you might have walked right past it. But never fear, intrepid explorer – I’m here […]
Get Familiar: Learning Grid Rootes
Ever wandered into Costa and started to feel guilty, seeing loads of people walking past with books, in work mode? You’re getting coffee and they’re walking by, in a rush to do some serious studying. Where? It seemed that Rootes building definitely wasn’t cut out for all those hard-working students to be… learning? Here’s a […]
International Student? Find out how the Library can support you
Welcome to Warwick! Studying in the UK as an international student can be a very exciting and rewarding experience, and equip you for working and living in a multicultural society. We realise, however, that it can also at times be challenging and stressful as you adjust to the UK academic environment and develop your study […]
Get Familiar: The Wolfson Research Exchange
Researcher at Warwick? Let’s get you acquainted with the Research Exchange or the REx, as it’s more affectionately known… By Nuala Clarke Essentials Where is it? The REx is tucked away on the 3rd Floor extension of the Main Library, just to the left. Just follow the green carpet road if you’re unsure. Make sure […]
Get Familiar: The Postgrad Hub
The Postgrad Hub (or the PG Hub, as it’s more commonly known) is a treat reserved for all of Warwick’s postgraduate students. Read this post to get familiar…By Eric Baron Like a Russian nesting doll, tucked away on campus, tucked inside of Senate House, you might pass by it without realising how much is inside, […]