Creative writers know better than anyone the pain and necessity for editing work and they often spend months perfecting draft after draft. Katie shares tips and ideas from the writing toolbox that can shortcut some of the most common pitfalls and help refine your dissertation into a masterpiece… Every Masters course will have distinct dissertation […]
Exploring the heart of campus: An insider’s look on study spaces at Warwick!
He is black, elegant and curious. Sometimes he has a question mark in his tail which demonstrates his eternal quest for knowledge. You can easily spot him roaming among the scholars at Warwick University campus wearing his high-visibility jacket. His daily adventures begin at the heart of our campus, between the Economics department where his […]
Read&Write Gold: Your literacy study buddy
Have you ever heard about Read&Write Gold? It seems to be a well-kept secret but it shouldn’t be! Read&Write supports you whilst you study, making tasks such as reading, notetaking, and essay writing easier. Want to know more….? Introduction So let’s unfold the mystery that is Read&Write Gold. Read&Write Gold is a floating toolbar, which […]
Learning While You are Teaching
Ironically, teaching isn’t an entirely one-way process. While talking out loud, and finding the clearest ways to articulate yourself, you get quite a good deal as a teacher. And there’s no need to take a professional qualification to reap these benefits because you can even just help your friends… I have just returned from my […]
Top tips on successfully managing your laboratory classes with your studies
It is often the practical component of a degree that is the most interesting! However, they can be very challenging, as they often occur in the same week where there are lots of lectures to attend! Fear not for this guide aims to help you balance both commitments!… Prepare for your practicals Whether you are […]
Exam season is back: How to stay happy while studying
Exam period is a stressful time for any student regardless of their subject. However, the University of Warwick has a great support system which enables students to take a break from studying and focus on their inner selves. Here are some of the workshops organised by the Library which aim to help students cope with […]
4 Ways to Make the Most of your Study Break
Just like a light bulb needs to recharge itself, so do you. Taking regular breaks is an essential part of your studying. This is especially important during Term 3 amidst exams and deadlines. Various studies have shown that study breaks aid your concentration, productivity and overall retention of knowledge. So, make sure you choose the […]
Welcoming Rolf back onto campus – our own ‘Campus Cat’
Worshipped as gods by the Ancient Egyptians, protected by law and mummified after their death. No, this is not about pharaohs. It’s about our furry companions. While there were many other feline goddesses in ancient Egypt, Bast was the only one represented as a domestic cat. She had many roles, including being the goddess of […]
Accessible Higher Education: How can I influence my course content to be more representative and inclusive?
Have you ever felt your course and curriculum syllabuses don’t always represent the diverse student population here at Warwick? Do you come up against privilege biases in perspectives, theories, models, texts and data that are taught? To think about your role in shaping how your curriculum is developed so that it is more inclusive and […]
Conversations in the Bathroom: On Finding Your Inner Strength
Whether you’re stressing about revision and your exams or struggling to get your dissertation on the right track, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and forget to care of the most important person – yourself! Today we’re sharing a beautiful poem by our blogger, Jenny Mak, to remind you how strong you are, and that it’s […]
Don’t plagiarise, be PlagiarWISe!
Plagiarism. Passing someone else’s work off as your own. It’s forbidden by the University Regulations but do you know what is and isn’t plagiarism, and how to avoid it? Understanding this is the first step on the road to success at the university level, and here’s how the Library’s PlagiarWISe tutorial can help… Why should […]
Fun Tips to Spend Orthodox Easter Away from Home
For many international students, traditional holidays are an opportunity for them to travel back home and spend time with their families. Being away from home and the people they love can have a dire toll on their wellbeing especially when they must skip a religious occasion. Easter is the most important event in the Christian […]
Am I a Researcher?
Unsure whether a final year research project or dissertation is for you? Interested in creative ways to build your skills and confidence for employers? Want more than just to be told what knowledge is important? To see how students can drive and shape their own learning experience at Warwick, Katie explores the possibilities and opportunities […]
World Autism Awareness Week: How the Library can support you
The Library can be an overwhelming place; bright lights, book alarms and the buzz from the group study area. We understand people learn differently and need different spaces, so I’m going to run through some of the different spaces and support we provide at the Library. Better still, we have a student tell us about […]
4 Reasons Why You Should Volunteer
5 ways to make the most out of the big library whiteboards
Exam period is creeping closer, and revision is looming. Bored of scribbling notes on paper, or endlessly typing on the computer? It’s time to shake up your revision using a whiteboard in the library or anywhere else you can find one… 1. Brainstorming There’s nothing quite like a giant brainstorm on a whiteboard. Make it […]
Thefts in the Library: the story so far…
How to make your day a little ‘appier
Whether you are preparing for exams or in the midst of writing your dissertation, it is comforting to know that there are lots of apps out there that can help you to relax. From guided meditation to peaceful games, these apps could help you to unwind… While apps aren’t the answer to any of life’s […]