Stories from the Library – what's new and what's happening
We have received feedback about loud chatter and gaming, especially in the Learning Commons. To maintain a serene study space, we have increased patrols and added signage to remind everyone of our Library etiquette. Let’s work together to create a positive study environment for all! Keep Voices Low Remember, the Library is for studying,…
Hi everyone! Have you checked out our “Discover Hong Kong” Book Display on the ground floor of the Library? It’s filled with fantastic books about our vibrant city, and I think you’ll enjoy it! Whether you’re a local, an exchange student, staff, or a faculty member, there’s something for everyone in this display. You’ll find…
HongKongers live in a fast-paced world of abbreviations. I just realize my office life is full of CCs. First of all, when battling with email traffic, cc and bcc come in handy. For Gen Z readers, cc/bcc emails are modern derivatives of carbon copy and blind carbon copy which thrived in the age of typewriters….
I am excited to introduce the latest innovation in the HKUST Library: a heatmap that shows the temperature across various areas of the library. Imagine this: you are looking for a quiet corner to dive into your studies, but you want to avoid areas that might be too cold or too warm. With our temperature…
Hi everyone! Our Library has a wide range of romance films, and I have chosen over 70 amazing titles for you to enjoy. While streaming is popular, there’s something really special about watching DVDs that I think you will appreciate. Plus, we have DVD drives available for loan if you need one! Here are some…
If you have ever been to one of the congregation ceremonies at HKUST, you might be wondering ─ what is that long stick the procession leader is carrying? A staff of some sort, perhaps, but what is it for? Despite its unconventional appearance, this is the University’s ceremonial mace. Most universities have a ceremonial mace…
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…
Just like you, we librarians are learning to use GenAI. But unlike you, we are interested not only in using the technology to lighten up our daily work. We are eager to watch how GenAI is changing teaching, learning, and research, and particularly, how students and scholars like you find and use information in this…
Interested to know how many volumes of print books were added to the Library collection in the last academic year? Just 2,380 volumes. I say “just” because this is less than one tenth of the number of ebooks added within the same period. The Library has adopted e-preferred policy for some years, meaning we buy…
Since opening in March 2024, Library LG5 space has become one of the favorite spots for students. Starting this September, the space will serve dual purposes: as a classroom and study space. To balance the two different needs, it will be a classroom during the day until 3 PM, and then open for study after…
