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(updated on 9 February 2010)


Visit Our Redesigned Homepage

The Library is pleased to announce the launch of its redesigned homepage. The new homepage provides a user-friendly interface and more direct access to research tools and popular features. We hope that these small changes will allow you to navigate the website more easily and help you find the information that you need more efficiently. Please visit our new homepage: http://www.cityu.edu.hk/lib/.

We welcome your feedback! If you have any comments or questions about the redesigned homepage, please email the Reference & Instruction Section at lbinf@cityu.edu.hk.

We look forward to your visits -- both online and in person!

(9.2.2010)
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Registration Now Open for the Workshop on Using RefWorks - Your Personal Web-based Database of References and Bibliography Creator

As part of its Information Skills Workshops, the Library is pleased to announce that registration is open for its workshop for advanced users, Using RefWorks - Your Personal Web-based Database of References and Bibliography Creator. During this workshop participants will learn how to centrally store references and citations, organize references into folders, insert in-text references, and create a bibliography by using RefWorks, a web-based bibliographic management tool.

Date and Time: 8 February 2010 (Monday), 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm
9 February 2010 (Tuesday), 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Venue: Library User Education Room

The medium of instruction is English. For enquiries, please contact the Reference Desk at 3442-6415 or email: lbinf@cityu.edu.hk

We look forward to seeing you in the Library!

(26.1.2010)
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Registration Now Open for the Finding Dissertations and Theses Workshop

As part of its Information Skills Workshops, the Library is pleased to announce that registration is open for its workshop for advanced users, Finding Dissertations and Theses. Participants will learn how to locate dissertations and theses that are relevant to their research topics using both Library and web resources. They will also be introduced to ProQuest Dissertations and Theses and given the opportunity to practice the skills covered during the workshop.

Date and Time: 1 February 2010 (Monday), 3:30pm - 5:00 pm
2 February 2010 (Tuesday), 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Venue: Library User Education Room

The medium of instruction is English. For enquiries, please contact the Reference Desk at 3442-6415 or email: lbinf@cityu.edu.hk

We look forward to seeing you in the Library!

(22.1.2010)
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Video Sessions @ Mini Theatre

Searching for inspirations and ideas for the Idea Contest on promoting support for the University Strategic Plan 2010-2015?

Come and view videos about marketing theory, process, and various marketing tools. Topics of advertising and creative thinking are also covered.

Schedule Video Title
Jan 20
(Wed)
14:30 - 15:00 What is marketing?
15:15 - 16:00 Wikinomics: how mass collaboration changes everything
Jan 21
(Thu)
14:30 - 15:00 That's marketing: understanding consumer behavior
15:15 - 16:00 Creative thinking: breaking new ground for creating innovative business solutions
Jan 22
(Fri)
14:30 - 15:00 Marketplace of ideas: what makes a great advertisement?
15:15 - 16:00 Advertising layout part I: Space allocations
Advertising layout part II: Visual direction
Jan 25
(Mon)
14:30 - 15:00 Integrated marketing communications
15:15 - 16:15 Cool tools: blogs, wikis, RSS, podcasting
Jan 26
(Tue)
14:30 - 15:00 What is marketing?
15:15 - 16:00 Wikinomics: how mass collaboration changes everything
Jan 27
(Wed)
14:30 - 15:00 That's marketing: understanding consumer behavior
15:15 - 16:00 Creative thinking: breaking new ground for creating innovative business solutions
Jan 28
(Thu)
14:30 - 15:00 Marketplace of ideas: what makes a great advertisement?
15:15 - 16:00 Advertising layout part I: Space allocations
Advertising layout part II: Visual direction
Jan 29
(Fri)
14:30 - 15:00 Integrated marketing communications
15:15 - 16:15 Cool tools: blogs, wikis, RSS, podcasting

We look forward to seeing you in the Library!

(19.1.2010)
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Soft Launch of New Library Facilities

At the start of a new semester, the Library is pleased to introduce the soft launch of the following new facilities to the University community. With effect from 9:30am on 13 January 2010, the new facilities will be available for use and booking by eligible users. The purpose of the soft launch is to solicit users' comments and feedback in order to improve our services. Suggestions are welcome and can be sent to lb@cityu.edu.hk.

  1. Multi-purpose Lobby - Situated at the entrance of the Library, the Multi-purpose Lobby provides a venue for departments to share their teaching and student learning experience with the University community in the form of exhibitions, seminars and ceremonies.
    Use and Booking Policy

  2. Humanities Academy - Group Study Rooms - Located inside the Humanities Academy, the fully-equipped Group Study Rooms are ideal places for group study activities. They are venues for staff and students to brainstorm and exchange ideas within a subtly engaging environment that incorporates Chinese cultural elements. Some walk-in training sessions have been organized to help users get acquainted to the use of the Rooms.
    Use and Booking Policy

  3. Mini Theatre (Le ciel de l'esprit) - Located between the Learning Commons and the Humanities Academy, the Mini Theatre is designed for film and music appreciation activities. While the Library will organize a series of film and music appreciation activities to nurture students’ interests in various art genres, departments are welcome to book the venue to carry out similar activities.
    Use and booking policy

With the new facilities, the Library hopes to:

  • create an atmosphere that will stimulate students' intellectual curiosity.
  • facilitate the organization of functions and events within the University that will engage students in inter-disciplinary and cultural activities.
  • raise users' understanding of traditional Chinese heritage.
  • provide the chance for students to appreciate art and music using the Library's resources.
(12.1.2010)
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Information Skills Workshops

Welcome back! As you embark on a new semester, consider enhancing your knowledge of information resources and improving your research skills by participating in our Information Skills Workshops. The following Information Skills Workshops will help you learn how to identify, locate, and evaluate information resources effectively. The workshops include:

For more information and to register, please visit: http://www.cityu.edu.hk/lib/instruct/course/isw/

The workshops will include hands-on experience, and the medium of instruction is English. For enquiries, please contact the Reference Desk at 3442-6415 or email: lbinf@cityu.edu.hk

We look forward to seeing you in the Library!

(4.1.2010)
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Library Orientation Class

Welcome to Semester B! In order to be prepared for study, research, and academic success, you may need to become familiar, or even reacquaint yourself, with the Library's services and resources. To learn more about the Library and what it offers, it is highly recommended that you attend a Library Orientation Class to acquire basic skills in using the library and the information and services that it provides. The Library Orientation Class is an introductory session that is appropriate for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Please consider attending the following session:

Date and Time: 12 January 2010 (Tuesday), 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm
Venue: Library User Education Room

The medium of instruction is English. For enquiries, please contact the Reference Desk at 3442-6415 or email: lbinf@cityu.edu.hk

For more information and to register, please visit:
http://www.cityu.edu.hk/lib/instruct/orient/classes.htm

We look forward to seeing you in the Library!

(31.12.2009)
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QUIZ and DRAW – Winners of the Lucky Draw

A total of 128 students have answered all the questions correctly in the QUIZ and have entered the lucky draw. Three winners were drawn by the University Librarian, Prof. Steve Ching, under the witness of other library staff members on 10 December 2009. Each of the three winners will receive a 500GB external hard disk drive. To find out if you are one of the winners, please click here.

(14.12.2009)
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More Study Seats in the Library during Revision and Examination Periods!

To provide extra space for students to study, the Multi-Purpose Lobby where the Library organizes different inter-disciplinary functions and the classrooms on the 3rd Level of Fong Yun-Wah Building and Cheng Yick-Chi Building have been converted into temporary quiet study areas during the Revision and Examination Periods. About 350 extra seats are available there.

During this time of serious contemplation and study, the entire Library facility has been designated as a Quiet Zone for the Revision & Examination Period.

With the support from users, we believe that the Library can better cater for your needs. Please assist in making the Library a pleasant and productive place for all during this busy time.

(1.12.2009)
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Relaxing Music @ Mini Theatre

During the Revision Period (30 Nov – 4 Dec, 2009), relaxing music will be available in the Library's Mini Theatre.

Music genres to be played include canons, fugues, classical, piano, instrumental, and New Age music. Some of them are merged with nature sounds.

Come to enjoy the music, relax, and soothe the anxiety caused by the upcoming examinations.

Playing Schedule Album Titles
Nov 30
(Mon)
10:00 (2-hr session) Quiet Place
Pachelbel : Forever by the Sea
14:15 (3-hr session) Bamboo Dreams
Mood Music Collection (disc 1)
Tropical Tradewinds
Dec 1
(Tue)
10:00 (2-hr session) Sound of Silence
Evening Light
14:15 (3-hr session) Quiet Place
Pachelbel : Forever by the Sea
Deep Joy
Dec 2
(Wed)
10:00 (2-hr session) Deep Joy
25 Classical Favorites
14:15 (3-hr session) Sound of Silence
Evening Light
Bamboo Dreams
Dec 3
(Thu)
10:00 (2-hr session) Tropical Tradewinds
The Classics II
14:15 (3-hr session) Deep Joy
25 Classical Favorites
Evening Light
Dec 4
(Fri)
10:00 (2-hr session) Bamboo Dreams
Mood Music Collection (disc 1)
14:15 (3-hr session) Tropical Tradewinds
The Classics II
Pachelbel : Forever by the Sea

We look forward to seeing you in the Library!

(30.11.2009)
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QUIZ and DRAW – Answers to the Questions

Entry to the QUIZ and DRAW has come to a close on 26 November 2009. We thank those who have participated in this educational activity, and hope this would be a valuable experience for those who wish to polish their information skills while exploring different aspects on bridges. Please click here to view the answers to the questions in the QUIZ. Winners of the Lucky Draw will be announced in due course.

(30.11.2009)
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Celebrating 150 Years of "On the Origins of Species"

Today, 24 November 2009, marks the 150 years since the publication of Charles Darwin's groundbreaking book On the Origins of Species. Despite the general acceptance among scientists of Darwin's theory of evolution proposed in this book, debate continues.

Video Sessions @ Mini Theatre

Five video sessions have been organized this week at the Mini Theatre. Come and find out more about Darwin and the theory of evolution.

Date Time Video title
Nov 23 (Mon) 15:00-16:00 Evolution
Nov 24 (Tue) 10:30-12:10 Galapagos : beyond Darwin
Nov 25 (Wed) 15:00-16:10 Unlocking the Mystery of Life
Nov 26 (Thu) 10:30-11:30 The Privileged Planet
Nov 27 (Fri) 15:00-16:00 Darwin's Secret Notebooks

This year also marks the 200th anniversary of Charles Darwin's birth in 1809. The Library is holding a series of activities to connect you to the life and discoveries of this genius.

Theme Display: Science & Discovery - Charles Darwin (1809-1882)

  • Wall banner introducing the life of Darwin
  • Book display
  • Short slide show about Darwin's life and impact
  • Access to Darwin's complete work via Darwin Online

Research Guide: Charles Darwin

To help you locate information about Charles Darwin, the Library has developed the Charles Darwin Research Guide (http://libguides.library.cityu.edu.hk/darwin).

Visit the Library's website (http://www.cityu.edu.hk/lib/), select "Library Instruction", and check out some of our other Research Guides.

We look forward to seeing you in the Library!

(24.11.2009)
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Training Opportunity: Discover the Database of Chinese Classic Ancient Books!

The Library is pleased to announce the following training session on the Database of Chinese Classic Ancient Books. The Database of Chinese Classic Ancient Books is a newly-subscribed electronic resource. It includes over 10,000 ancient Chinese classic books of all past dynasties/eras from pre-Qin to the Republic of China. It allows subject search, title, author, era, edition or sub-title search, and full-text search.

We are pleased that Professor Liu Jun Wen, chief designer, editor and supervisor of the Database of Chinese Classic Ancient Books, will be at the Library to demonstrate the specific features of this database. Participants in the session will be introduced to the database and can begin to enjoy reading and studying Chinese classic ancient books.

Coverage includes:

  • Page display
  • Searching
  • Study of texts/images
  • Auxilary tools

中國基本古籍庫 總顧問劉俊文教授將前來親自示範和講解該數據庫的功能和使用方法,讓每一位讀者都能輕鬆使用該數據庫,享受研讀中國古籍的樂趣。

演示內容:

  • 頁面顯示
  • 檢索路徑
  • 研讀功能
  • 輔助工具

Medium of Instruction: Putonghua
Date and time: 27 November 2009 (Friday) 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Venue: Seminar Room in Information Space, Library

For enquiries, please contact the Library Reference Desk at 3442-6415 or lbinf@cityu.edu.hk

We look forward to seeing you in the Library!

(23.11.2009)
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New Research Guides are now available!

The Library is pleased to announce the availability of its new online Research Guides. These Guides provide collections of suggested resources to help you identify and locate information resources for your research. The Research Guides reflect the various Departments of the University (e.g. Marketing) in addition to additional popular topics of research (Company Information) and supplemental resources for exploring Library programmes (Darwin). While we do not yet have a guide developed for each Department, we are pleased to release several guides at this point. We will be developing and launching additional guides during the next semester. We welcome suggestions from both staff and students as to how we can enrich our Guides and make them as beneficial as possible for students. You can access the Research Guides via the Library website at: http://www.cityu.edu.hk/lib/instruct/ and directly through this URL: http://libguides.library.cityu.edu.hk/.

If you have any comments or questions about the Research Guides, please contact the Reference Section at: lbinf@cityu.edu.hk.

(23.11.2009)
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Library Workshop: Using RSS Feeds to Keep Current with News and Research

The Library is pleased to announce the following hands-on workshop, Using RSS Feeds to Keep Current with News and Research. Join in the workshop to learn how to:

  • Set up a news aggregator using Google Reader
  • Find and add RSS feeds to your Reader
  • Subscribe to RSS feeds from the Library and selected databases

The workshop will include hands-on experience, and the medium of instruction is English.

Date and Time: 23 November 2009 (Monday), 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
23 November 2009 (Monday), 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Venue: User Education Room, Library

For enquiries, please contact the Library Reference Desk at 3442-6415 or lbinf@cityu.edu.hk.

(17.11.2009)
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