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  • Education Students Create Plagiarism Awareness

    Posted on August 31, 2023

    The Education Library is currently the host of artworks showcasing the topic of plagiarism versus anti-plagiarism. These artworks were created by the 2023 second-year art students (BEd) at the Faculty of Education.

  • Open Data in the Humanities and Social Sciences Event

    Posted on August 31, 2023

    The Department of Library Services (DLS) in collaboration with the faculty of Humanities organized a hybrid workshop which was held on 22 May 2023 at the Plant Sciences Auditorium on the Hatfield Campus. This initiative was a side event for Africa Week 2023, under the theme 'Open Africa, Open...

  • Saying Goodbye to Our Retiring Staff Members

    Posted on August 30, 2023

    We would like to bid a proper farewell to our retiring staff members and would like to acknowledge the lasting impact they have made on the Department of Library Services (DLS) and the relationships they have built with their colleagues. Their expertise, guidance and presence in the library space...

  • The Merged Library Engines

    Posted on August 29, 2023

    If the library was a sport, Access and Lending would surely be Formula 1. So, in Formula 1, if you take two V8 engines and merge them, you are most certainly going to get what we would call a W16 super performance engine, a very powerful engine. This would be an engine like no other and would...

  • A Meaningful Book Donation Drive

    Posted on August 29, 2023

    The Library's Community Outreach and Engagement Focus Area in collaboration with the National Reading Coalition (NRC) is currently conducting a meaningful book donation drive. This initiative, which commenced on 10 March 2023, will continue until 29 November 2023.

  • Graduations at the DLS

    Posted on August 29, 2023

    With great pride and excitement, we congratulate the following individuals from our team who have recently achieved an important milestone in their educational journey.

  • The Medical Library's Impactful Participation in UP Giving Day Fundraising Event

    Posted on August 25, 2023

    In August 2023, the Medical Library team embarked on a remarkable journey of supporting the #UPGIVINGMATTERS event. As ambassadors for this extraordinary event, we are delighted to share the highlights of our efforts and the incredible impact we have achieved together.

  • Powering through the Darkness: Addressing Household Energy Solutions during Load-shedding in South Africa

    Posted on August 25, 2023

    We are delighted to share with you a recap of the enlightening event organized for our library staff, titled “Powering through the Darkness: Addressing Household Energy Solutions during Load-shedding in South Africa”.

  • Introduction to IBM SPSS Workshop

    Posted on August 25, 2023

    The Research Commons continued to emphasize its unwavering commitment to advancing postgraduate scholars' skill development through a workshop centred around the topic "An Introduction to IBM SPSS."

  • Postdoctoral Discussion Forum 16 May 2023

    Posted on August 22, 2023

    In a captivating convergence of knowledge and innovation, the Research Enablement team of the Department of Library Services played host to a remarkable event that intended to bring together the brilliant minds of postdoctoral fellows. This event showcased the brilliance and ingenuity of our...

  • Important Notice: False Fire Alarms and Construction Update

    Posted on August 21, 2023

    We extend our heartfelt apologies for the recent inconvenience caused by the false fire alarms that occurred both over the weekend and this morning, on the 21st of August, 2023.

  • Youth Day Event 18 May 2023

    Posted on August 18, 2023

    The DLS hosted a wonderful Youth Day Event on 18 May where two BSc Actuarial and Financial Mathematics students spoke about their academic life, personal experiences and journeys to become top achievers.

  • Important update regarding the Merensky 1 & 2 fire rational upgrade

    Posted on August 18, 2023

    We are pleased to share significant progress on the Fire Rational Upgrade project, marked by the following key developments:

  • Ms May Chang, IFLA IT Section member, visits the new Medical Library with North-West University Guests

    Posted on August 17, 2023

    On 26 July, we had the pleasure of hosting guests from North-West University, including a VIP guest, Ms May Chang.

  • A Director of the National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe, visits the library

    Posted on August 17, 2023

    On 20 June 2023, we had the pleasure of hosting Mrs Nanzelelo Ndlovu, the Director of Legal Services from the National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe.

  • Representatives of The Bank of Botswana Library visit the DLS

    Posted on August 17, 2023

    On 22 May 2023, we had the honour of hosting Sibu Zondi, Kebarate Kedikilwe, Refilwe Modikwagae, and Powell Mokgweng.

  • Benchmarking Visit from The University of the Free State

    Posted on August 17, 2023

    On 7 June 2023, the Merensky 2 Library welcomed two members of The University of the Free State for a benchmarking visit.

  • Social Media Insights: May-August 2023

    Posted on August 16, 2023

    Since May, the Department of Library Services (DLS) has been whole-heartedly involved in creating and sharing engaging content, tirelessly promoting the library's offerings and enthusiastically disseminating uplifting updates concerning all the DLS staff and events.

  • Top Dogs Organization: Bringing Joy and Emotional Well-being to Campus During Exam Stress

    Posted on August 16, 2023

    On 22, 24 and 25 May 2023, the TOP Dogs organization graced us once again with their delightful presence, along with our beloved furry friends. This is a long-standing external collaboration initiative of the Department of Library Services with TOP Dogs, the largest dog therapy company in Gauteng.

  • Special Collection Tours

    Posted on August 14, 2023

    The Special Collections Unit of the Department of Library Services (DLS) is now offering a “behind-the-scenes” look into their collections and unique items.

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