QUT is partnering with Australia’s R U OK? Foundation to host a number of activities on Thursday 10 September to increase awareness of mental health challenges . Find out more details here. The R U OK? Foundation’s mission is “to inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with people around them and…
National Dog Day 2020
They have been called man’s best friend and there’s no doubt that dogs do often show you that unconditional love that you receive from your bestie. This National Dog Day, we’re paying tribute to the ones who enrich the lives of some of our library staff. National Dog…
International Cat Day 2020
This International Cat Day (August 8) we are paying homage to the wonderful cats that enrich the lives of some of our Library Staff. Enjoy the cuteness If you’re a cat owner/lover, what will you do this International Cat Day to celebrate? Check out the Library’s resources on…
National Reconciliation Week 2020
https://www.reconciliation.org.au/national-reconciliation-week/ National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is held from 27 May-3 June each year. The week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements. It is an opportunity to examine how we can contribute to broader reconciliation across Australia. The meaning behind…
ANZAC Day, 25 April
ANZAC Day 25 April 2020 I heard someone ask the other day, ‘Why do we celebrate ANZAC Day?’ If you ask Google that question, the top answer which comes from an article from the BBC says, “ANZAC Day, 25 April, is probably Australia’s most important national occasion. It…
It’s Love Data Week 2020!
People hear statistics, but they feel stories* From the 10th to 14th February, QUT Library is celebrating the value and importance of research data. During 2020’s Love Data Week, we are adopting the theme of ‘data storytelling’. QUT is celebrating the art of Data Storytelling that uses techniques,…
What will you read this summer break?
Summer is well and truly here! Many of us are taking some time off, some travelling, some having staycations. Wherever you go (or don’t go) you can always take a book with you. These days, the formats are so diverse but all can transport you to another place…
Summer is almost here – Let’s go!
You’ve worked hard all year and the time is right to take a break from work, study and perhaps even the summer heat. Personally, I love the summer – the long hot days and the balmy summer nights but I also love getting out of the City and…
Get your game on!
It’s time for International Games Week (IGW). IGW is an initiative “…around the world to reconnect communities through their libraries around the educational, recreational, and social value of all types of games.” https://games.ala.org/international-games-week/ Personally, I love playing games. Not with people’s feelings and emotions, but with a board…
It’s Pride Month!
Pride Month is here! Celebrations at QUT kick off this Friday with Wear it Purple hosted by LTU, The Guild and Queer Collective and finish with QUT Guild Pride Fest from 23-27 September. See below for live events and check back in to the events page for updates…