Stories from the Library – what's new and what's happening
You have probably already seen the new carrels on LG4. We went with a colourful mix in a ‘hexagon’ or honeycomb arrangement. We changed the carpet too, giving a more engaging and dramatic visual effect. Why this change? Previously, that area held several large reading tables and a collection of sofas. For the past couple…
What is ILLiad? I bet this question comes to most of your minds immediately when you read the title. It is our interlibrary loan system used since 2004! ILLiad is totally separate from the operating system we used in managing the Library. Each user has to register as an ILLiad user before placing a request…
Writing the text for the project Tales from a 1493 World Map: Playing with Augmented Reality (AR) was meant to be a straightforward task – just a bit of history, a touch of mythology, and voilà, a finished story. In reality, it turned into a full-scale expedition through time, culture, and a bestiary of fantastical…
Hey students and staff! Ready for some thrills? Our new horror film display, featuring over 100 DVDs, is here to get you excited! Whether you are looking for a good scare or a creepy vibe for a cozy movie night, we have got you covered. From classic thrillers like The Shining to modern favorites like Get Out…
What’s Up on the Ground Floor this September? You may have noticed something unusual just inside the G/F gates of the Library. What is it? A display of a digital humanities project for you to interact (play) with. What’s the story? In spring semester 2025, 5 UG students worked with library staff as one of…
Did you know that Canton (Guangzhou) and Hong Kong, twin cities where Cantonese is the lingua franca, have much more in common beyond language? Modern art and visual culture born in the two cities share a legacy deeply rooted in the history of Modern China. M+ Museum’s recent exhibition “Canton Modern: Art and Visual Culture…
I am thrilled to share my experience about my first project in the library: the Library Material Pickup Station. It feels like a significant milestone in my career. As an alumnus of HKUST, it feels surreal to be back as a worker in the library, which I once relied on so much. When I first…
I really remember watching the first Harry Potter film (Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone) with my schoolmates in the classroom during primary school. After the movie, I was extremely amazed and thrilled as Harry Potter introduced me to a magical Wizarding World that I had never imagined. This experience sparked my lasting passion for…
As summer vacation begins, are you feeling weary of textbooks and academic papers? The Library is more than a place for group discussion, dissertation writing, or exam preparation. On G/F, a selection of popular books on display is beckoning, inviting you to unwind with a good read. These popular reads offer fresh perspectives on history,…
Meet Irene Lo, the elegant “Facilities Queen” whose 30 years of dedicated service to HKUST Library earned her the Long Service Award in 2024. Her remarkable contributions during the library’s major expansion project and essential upkeep and upgrades showcase her dedication to turning our spacious library into a beautiful “home.” Irene thrived in a collaborative…
