ISNews Information Services http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/ News en 2009 Aberystwyth University Library borrowing summary emails http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133683 To help reduce inbox clutter, we’ll no longer be sending out the monthly library borrowing summary email.

You can check what items you currently have on loan at any time by logging into Primo, the library catalogue. Find out how to do this here: https://faqs.aber.ac.uk/en/1048

Good to know:

  • Most book loans renew automatically, for up to 12 months.
  • If an item you have on loan is requested by another user, we’ll email you to let you know.

If you ever have questions about your loans, our Library team is happy to help: https://www.aber.ac.uk/en/library/help/contact/  

 
]]> 133683.1777296053 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:20:53 +0100 Upcoming Digital Education sessions http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133663 April

14/04 Cynhadledd fach: Niwrowahaniaeth Mini-Conference: Neurodiversity (Face to Face)

Times/ booking 

]]> 133663.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100 Bookable Study Rooms in the Library and the Workstation http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133667 Whether you need a quiet space for revision, a room for group work, or a spot to practise presentations, you can secure a study space in advance. Book a study room directly through your Outlook calendar.

Why it’s helpful

  • Plan ahead Reserve the room you want at a time that suits you up to a week in advance.
  • Perfect for group work Make sure everyone knows where and when to meet and gets a calendar reminder!
  • Easy to use Online booking from your phone or computer.

How to book: https://faqs.aber.ac.uk/en/9512

]]> 133667.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100 Maths and stats drop-in sessions http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133646 Looking for some help and guidance on a maths or stats question?

Visit the weekly drop-in session (during term-time):

  • Thursdays
  • 10:00-13:00
  • Level D, Hugh Owen Library (next to the vending area)

You can also e-mail maths-help@aber.ac.uk with your query if you can’t make the drop-in.

]]> 133646.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100 Need a quick refresher on a range of skills topics? http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133660 SgiliauAber / AberSkills Organisation on Blackboard: Content / SgiliauAber / AberSkills Take a moment to explore the workshops teaching materials available there. They’re packed with bite-sized guidance to help you brush up on your skills, whether you’re revisiting the library basics or picking up something new.  If you’re looking for a simple lowdown on the essentials, we’ve got you covered!]]> 133660.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100 Education and Student Experience Award Check in Event http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133676 Last month, the Digital Education Team organised a special half-day event for recipients of the Education and Student Experience Award.

The aim of this event was to give an update on the progress of the four projects. You can read more about this on our blog.

]]> 133676.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100 Blackboard April Update http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133675 The Digital Education Team would like to highlight enhancements in the April Blackboard Update: 

  • Assignments
    • Assignment submission type
    • SafeAssign file size
    • Adjusting individual grades in group submissions
  • Tests
  • AI Conversations
  • Discussions
  • Announcements

 For more detail, see our blogpost: What’s new in Blackboard April 2026.

]]> 133675.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100 Thorium - the new reader for EBSCOHost eBooks http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133678 EBSCO will launch Thorium Reader on 14th April, replacing Adobe Digital Editions as the new and more accessible way to read downloaded eBooks on your device.

It features built-in text-to-speech functionality for EPUB and DAISY eBooks, customisable display options and easy annotation / highlighting functions.

You can still read EBSCOHost eBooks directly in your browser just as you do now without installing the reader if you prefer. Further information can be found here: https://connect.ebsco.com/s/article/EBSCO-eBooks-LCP-Thorium-Frequently-Asked-Questions?language=en_US

We hope this new reader makes your offline reading experience smoother and more enjoyable!

]]> 133678.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100 Student Digital Experience Insights: a chance to win Â100 and 2 x Â20 vouchers http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133680 Tell us about your recent digital learning experience. Take part in the Student Digital Experience Insights Survey - a short online survey - to find out how you use technology and how this affects your learning experience. The survey closes 1st May 2026.

An opportunity to voice your opinions, shape your digital experience and to win a £100 or £20 voucher.

]]> 133680.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100 Materials from mini conference: neurodiversity are now available http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133681 Student Journey and the Department of Psychology hosted a recent mini conference on Neurodiversity.

Materials from the mini conference are now available - see our blogpost for more information.

]]> 133681.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100 Final Examination Timetable - Semester 2 http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133668 https://ow.ly/Jkuw50Qanaq]]> 133668.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100 Revision and exams http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133682 www.aber.ac.uk/en/aberskills/exams/]]> 133682.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100 Hugh Owen Library 24/7 opening for exam period starts Sunday 26 April http://www.aber.ac.uk/en/is/news/#133679 https://www.aber.ac.uk/en/library/libraries/opening-hours/]]> 133679.1776871572 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:26:12 +0100