Computers are used in every part of uni study – from enrolling in classes to finding information for assessments to submitting final work. If someone hasn’t used computers much before, it can be a steep learning curve. Do you know someone who needs help with computer basics? If…

Are your family or friends visiting for graduation or to help you get ready for your first semester? Are you just looking for something different to do around campus? There are plenty of free or reasonably priced cultural activities available on our QUT campuses. Below is a list of my favourites. Please let…

As of June, 2014 C and Java are the two most popular programming languages in the world. With Java alone used by 9 million developers and many people trying to tap into the booming app market, there is no denying that learning programming languages is worth the challenge. Luckily, tech gurus (and coding…

Courtroom drama has been capturing our attention for hundreds, even thousands, of years. More recently, casual TV watching proves beyond a reasonable doubt that Australia is a land of beautiful young solicitors and rakish barristers. Well, probably not, even though we may sight some likely candidates roaming the courts and law offices of Queensland. To discover the real, non-perjured story of law and justice come to…

National Simultaneous Storytime is an annual campaign which encourages the reading and enjoyment of books for young Australians with the simultaneous reading of an Australian children’s book at events across the country. Join QUT Library’s special storytime event, the reading of Too Many Elephants In This House by Ursula Dubosarsky and…

Getting your first words down on paper (or onto the screen) can be the hardest part of an assignment. Never fear, subject guides are here! A collection of resources grouped by topic, subject guides are a great place to start your research. We have hand-picked and grouped together…

1.Dropbox Ever needed a document on your home computer while at uni?  Ever wished you could access assignments stored on your laptop through your phone? You can with Dropbox! Dropbox is a free service that allows you access to all your photos, assignments and videos from a number…