Stories from the Library – what's new and what's happening
This summer, we are thrilled to present a collection of 100 iconic Hong Kong films, each offering stunning visuals and captivating stories. For crime dramas enthusiasts, the Infernal Affairs I , II, III; (無間道I, II, III 終極無間) directed by Andrew Lau and Alan Mak is a must-see. Wong Kar-wai’s masterpieces, In the Mood for Love…
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…
We are always looking for ways to enhance student study space, and sometimes we even manage to create more by repurposing space used by Library staff. So last term we were able to convert an office into another group study room – it’s room 1-350 on 1/F This bookable study room can hold about 8…
We are excited to announce that the upgraded iMac stations are now ready for use in the Library starting 29 August 2025, just in time for the new semester! More Than Just New Machines The new iMac stations deliver faster performance and enhanced security. To better accommodate diverse study preferences, we’ve refreshed the space with…
The Library’s Access Services staff are proud to give good support to teaching activities in Library space. A recent example is the Sustainable Design Thinking Certificate Program 2024 that took place on LG4 and LG5 in the Library. It was an interesting program that spanned over 7 days in June with a range of activities….
You don’t need to be a Catholic to love this little book^. It is now featured in the Library G/F Collection Highlights corner in celebration of International Women’s Day. Mother Teresa was small in physical stature, but a spiritual giant to many. She founded in 1950 the Missionaries of Charity, a congregation of Catholic sisters,…
Exciting news for animation enthusiasts! We invite you to explore our newly selected collection of 100 animated films, ready to take you on exciting adventures. From timeless classics to recent hits, there’s a film for every taste. Discover hidden gems and stunning visuals that transport you to fantastical worlds. Experience heartwarming tales like Looking for…
Taking care of the Library Building Before and After Typhoons On September 5-6, we experienced the first Typhoon 8 this Fall term. Can you guess which teams in the Library are the busiest and most nervous during such situations? For sure, you would notice the team of library staff who manage opening and closing; but…
The HKUST Library is replacing all research carrels on LG3 and LG4 with new furniture. The initial preview samples are now available in the back of the Library G/F. If you have time, please take a look and let us know what you think! You can write your comments on the boards near the furniture, or…
Part 1 discussed how students can fight monsters of anxiety about grades & GPA by laughing and learning with the Wisdom Stone Game. But, some carry around other fears. Since childhood, we’ve become familiar with the idea or cliché of corpses and skeletons coming to life. Others may fear living creatures like spiders or snakes….
