What's on

View the Library's current and upcoming workshops, events, talks and exhibitions. Join us in person or online (where available).

Deep Illustrations

This rare and valuable book display draws together 19th-century scientific illustrations documenting creatures inhabiting marine and coastal environments.

Exhibition:
On display from 18 July
Level 3 Main Library

In person event
Planning to publish - First Steps

Are you looking to publish research? Do you know how to make your work open access and retain your author rights? Join us for an introduction to publishing your work.

  • Tuesday 30 July, 10am - 11.30am
  • Wednesday 28 August, 10.30am - 12pm
  • More sessions available in Term 3.

Registration required.

In person and online
Living Water: 75 years of water research at UNSW

This exhibition reflects, celebrates and reaffirms UNSW's commitment to the stewardship of the planet's marine, freshwater and urban water ecosystems.

Exhibitions:
On display until 15 November.
Level 5 Main Library, Ground Level Law Library and UNSW Art & Design Paddington Library

In person event
Curriculum design and Creating reading lists

UNSW teaching staff - join us at UNSW Teaching Commons for hybrid sessions to connect with your Outreach Librarians.

  • Curriculum design
    Tuesday 20 August, 1pm - 2pm
  • Create an accessible reading list
    Wednesday 11 September, 12pm - 1pm

Registration required.

In person and online
Open Access Publishing Agreements

Explore pathways to Open Access Publishing and have your questions answered about what it means for you.

  • Tuesday 20 August, 12.30pm
  • Tuesday 17 September, 12.30pm
  • Tuesday 19 November, 12.30pm

Registration required.

In person and online
Discover your Library

Did you know UNSW Library is the perfect place to start your study journey? Join us for a short introduction at one of our Libraries!

O-Week, Monday to Thursday.

  • Main Library - 2 to 5 September
  • Law Library - 4 September
  • Paddington Library -  4 September

Limited sessions available, registration required.

In person events
Library Peer Mentors: Meet and greet

Are you new to UNSW? Would you like to meet other students and find out more about what student life is like at UNSW? Join us during O-Week Term 3 for light refreshments and a casual chat.

  • Tuesday 3 September, 4pm - 5pm
  • Thursday 5 September, 4pm - 5pm

Registration required.

In person events
Library Pirate Scavenger Hunt

Hi there, matey! Set sail for adventure and follow the clues hidden throughout Main Library to set your course for Term 3. Along the way, discover new skills for completing your assessments. Earn a chance to own a piece of library treasure!

Tuesday 3 September, 1.30pm

Registration required.

In person activity
Cover Crushes

Join us in O-Week Term 3 for free art, craft and activities inspired by Make or Break's mural in Main Library. Get acquainted with our spaces and book collection to claim your limited edition tote bag and pencil case!

O-Week - Wednesday 4 September, 12pm - 2pm

Drop-in - no registration.
Find out more.

In person activity
Copyright for teaching and creating your digital course resource list

Join us at UNSW Teaching Commons for an overview on copyright for teaching and a demonstration of Leganto.

  • Tuesday 17 September, 12pm
  • Tuesday 22 October, 12pm

Registration required.

In person and online
Library Peer Mentors

Need help with your academic studies and university life? Drop in or book ahead during term time.

Monday to Thursday 12pm to 6pm, Main Library

Register for our weekly activities and chat about the week's topic with free afternoon tea.

Find out more.

In person activities
Library drop-in sessions at UNSW Teaching Commons

UNSW teaching staff - come and meet your Outreach Librarian at the UNSW Teaching Commons! Get personalised support and advice on maximising library resources and services, receive guidance in customising reading lists, and setting up tailored pre-work tutorials.

O-Week - Week 10, Tuesday -Thursday, 11am - 12pm.

Meet your Outreach Librarians.

In person activities
Study Hacks

Study hacks are a series of workshops for new and returning students throughout term. These sessions will familiarise you with everything the Library and Academic Skills have to offer and help you develop key skills you need to succeed at UNSW.

Find out more.

Online or in person
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