Stories from the Library – what's new and what's happening
One of the new outdoor tables recently added to the LG3 rear terrace has been custom designed for wheelchair access. Of course, users with wheelchairs are welcome to use any of the outdoor tables, but this one has 16″ of extra clearance to make it more comfortable. If you think of other things the Library…
The new issue of “Notes from the Library” is available at http://library.hkust.edu.hk/newsletters/february-2024/ HKUST Library Newsletter | Issue No. 131 | February 2024 Collection Spotlight — Open Access Publishing Agreements Doubled! You may have heard of the term Transformative Agreements. TAs have grown in leaps and bounds for the past few years among research institutions worldwide,…
Sunrise, the start of a new day, usually symbolizes a fresh start, rising hope or a new beginning. However, for HKUST students who spend the whole night studying or working on assignments in the Learning Commons, witnessing the sunrise signifies a sleepless night or the looming deadline they are racing against. As a former HKUST…
Have you noticed that starting Feb 10, 2025, a new dashboard appears on the library homepage? There, you can see the number of people currently in the Library, and the real-time booking situation of study rooms and study pods. How It Is Done This new people counting system estimates how many people are in the…
Being a recent recipient of our university’s Doctor of Humanities honoris causa, Tony Leung Chiu Wai (梁朝偉)’s artistry has reached global cinema for decades. Do you know that our library also holds several of his notable films? From his early works in the 1980s to his martial arts tour de force in “The Grandmaster” (2013),…
The tables on LG4 at the bottom of the void – the ones with lights on them – have been modified. The lights are now under your control, instead of being managed from the central switch box. Each of those tables now has a light switch – so if you need a bit of extra…
It is humbling to know that Library staff work here for so many years. On April 18, 2024, we gathered to honor our esteemed colleagues who have dedicated an impressive three decades of service to the University, or more – including seven staff from the Library. From left to right: Lin, Rose, Fiona, Irene Hui,…
Winter solstice is the time of year when the pole is tilted furthest away from the sun. In the northern hemisphere (where Hong Kong is located) our winter solstice is in December. In 2023, it will be Friday, December 22nd. In many cultures this time of year, with the shortest days and longest nights, are…
The new issue of “Notes from the Library” is available at http://library.hkust.edu.hk/newsletters/november-2023/ HKUST Library Newsletter | Issue No. 130 | November 2023 Discover the Fascinating World of Maps at our Exhibition Step into the Library and prepare to be captivated by the immersive atmosphere of our latest exhibition. Since September an enticing backdrop, an interesting…
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…
