On Friday 6th October put on your odd socks and to help remove the stigma surrounding mental health with Odd Socks Day! Stigma associated with mental illness is one of the biggest barriers to people looking for help. By wearing odd socks you can show your support, plus…
Referencing Hacks #6 – Numbered Images
Numbered referencing can be one tough cookie to crack. One particular question we get asked a lot is how to reference an image taken from the internet using QUT Numbered referencing. Have no fear! We have consulted the experts and this is the template we recommend. [number] Author.…
Finding Information #1 – Quickfind Advanced Search
Did you know that QUT Library’s Quickfind searches over 80% of all the resources available at QUT? If you are looking for a book, journal article, report or newspaper article this is a great first place to look! Quickfind’s Advanced Search can help you find information you need efficiently. You…
Referencing Hack #5 – Legal Dictionaries
Legal referencing can be tricky. One question the library sees often is how to cite a legal dictionary. After collaborating with law academics this is what we suggest when referencing an online legal dictionary with QUT Legal – Your footnote must contain: 1. Name of the publisher, title of…
National Science Week – Let’s get Robo-coding!
National Science Week is here from the 12-20th August. QUT is celebrating this year by welcoming Robotronica back to QUT’s Gardens Point campus to reveal the most up to date advancements and innovations in the fields of robotics and interactive design. Get interactive and learn to program a…
Paperbark: First Nation Narratives with Aunty Lesley Williams
Join us at QUT Library for Paperbark: First Nation Narratives with Aunty Lesley Williams. This event is part of celebrating Murri-Ailan Way 2017 @ QUT. Seats are limited so register your attendance. Tea and coffee will be provided from 10:30 am, with author discussion from 11:00 am. About…
Library orientation – Need help?
For help with library services check out the Need help? section of the QUT Library website. Visit HiQ on campus for library support, including help accessing information, referencing and using library materials. You can also Chat online with a librarian to have your questions about QUT Library services…
Cooking up Success with Copyright!
Recently Librarians and Archivists from around Australia cooked their way to success! On the 15 June 2017 the Copyright Amendment (Disability Access and other Measures) Act was passed through Parliament with full support. This means that previously copyright protected documents such as diaries, letters and old recipes are…
From page to screen
Many books have been adapted for the screen over the years, and this trend isn’t over yet. QUT Library has many of these popular titles in a variety of formats, including as books, ebooks, DVDs and online videos. Visit our library website for tips on searching for feature…
NAIDOC Week – Our Languages Matter
NAIDOC Week runs from the 2-9 July and celebrates the rich history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia. This year’s theme is ‘Our Languages Matter’ and hopes to emphasise the vital role Indigenous language plays in the cultural identity, spirituality for Indigenous…