News & Events

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Blackboard May Update

12/05/2026

The Digital Education Team would like to highlight enhancements in the May Blackboard Update:

• Changes to managing groups
• Graded discussions and flexible grading
• Tests and questions
• Content and release conditions
• Course searching

For more detail, see our blogpost: What’s new in Blackboard May 2026 (https://wordpress.aber.ac.uk/e-learning/2026/05/11/whats-new-in-blackboard-may-2026/).

Exam ready at Aber

05/05/2026

Have you noticed our information whiteboards in our libraries and the Student Welcome Centre?

We'll be sharing advice and tips to help you get #examreadyatAber

Find tips, advice and resources here: Exam Ready @ AU

Good luck!

Revision and exams

22/04/2026

Ready to build on your revision as exams approach? AberSkills offers clear, practical advice on revising effectively, managing exam day, and developing your study and revision skills. Find out more at: www.aber.ac.uk/en/aberskills/exams/

AI Prompt Library

01/05/2026

Library Academic and Digital Services have created an AI Prompt Library. Take a look at our blogpost (https://wordpress.aber.ac.uk/librarian/?p=1941) and webpage (https://www.aber.ac.uk/en/library/help/ai/prompt-library/) for further information.

Hugh Owen Library 24/7 opening for exam period starts Sunday 26 April

05/01/2026

All floors of the library are open 24/7 to support exam revision: Sunday 26 April – Thursday 28 May. Full library opening hours: https://www.aber.ac.uk/en/library/libraries/opening-hours/

Library borrowing summary emails

27/04/2026

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/  

 

Final Examination Timetable - Semester 2

23/03/2026

The final examination timetable for semester 2 is available on the timetabling website: https://ow.ly/Jkuw50Qanaq

Student Digital Experience Insights: a chance to win £100 and 2 x £20 vouchers

20/04/2026

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.

Thorium - the new reader for EBSCOHost eBooks

13/04/2026

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!

Need a quick refresher on a range of skills topics?

10/03/2026

Remember - you’re already enrolled in the 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!

Bookable Study Rooms in the Library and the Workstation

23/03/2026

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