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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

We'll be closed all day on Friday 28th August for essential maintenance. We are open again from 9am on Saturday 29th August.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

The Library will be closed all day on Thursday 23rd July for essential maintenance. We will be open again on Friday at 9am.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

In collaboration with our Horticultural society @ussu.horticultural, a display has been curated on level 1 of the Library. Come and check it out and find out how you can be involved as well! Or borrow a book to learn more about seeds, planting, and gardening.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

With the extreme heat it's important to drink water and keep hydrated. Drinking water is available from hydration stations on Levels 1, 2, 4, and 5. Stay hydrated! #surreylib #universityofsurrey #summer #stayhydrated

Water as background, with text overlaid: With the extreme heat it's important to drink water and keep hydrated.

Drinking water is available from hydration stations on Levels 1, 2, 4, and 5.

Stay hydrated!

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

From the 8th June until 27th September the Library will be open from 8am until midnight. 24 hour opening will resume from 28th September. Have a great Summer!

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Due to essential maintenance the Library will be closed from 18:00 on Sunday 14th June until 09:00 on Tuesday 16th June. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Library building with text overlaid: Library closure 14th - 16th June. Due to essential maintenance the Library will be closed from 18:00 on Sunday 14th June until 09:00 on Tuesday 16th June.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Some words of wisdom from our students during this exam period! Check out our Give and Take Wall on level 1, and make sure you've grabbed some of our exam snacks! We wish everybody the best of luck, you got this! #exams #uniofsurrey #surreylib #wellbeingwednesday

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Join the Uncover the Code Competition for a chance to win £250! Collect clues to uncover the hidden word. Look out for an email from Kortext, or sign up: app.kortext.com/identity/sig... Visit the Kortext stand in the Library on Thursday 23rd April Competition closes at midnight on 3rd May!

Text reads Can you discover the code for a chance to win £250? Person holding up a magnifying glass with computer code showing inside.

Text reads Can you discover the code for a chance to win £250? Person holding up a magnifying glass with blurred computer code reflected inside, and the image overlaid with 0s and 1s.

Text reads Can you discover the code for a chance to win £250? Person holding up a magnifying glass with computer code showing inside, 0s and 1s in background.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Essential IT Maintenance, Tuesday, 14 April, 18:00-22:00 Wired network services in the Library will be unavailable. Wi-Fi expected to remain available, but may be intermittent. Services are expected to return by 22:00. For any queries, please come to the Library Welcome desk on level 1.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

We wish you a Happy Easter! If you are visiting the Library, make sure to stop by the Library Welcome desk on level 1 for a treat! #HappyEaster #EasterBunnies #UniversityOfSurrey #surreylib

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

Well done Eden and Yuki who won the Library Next Chapter Challenge with their “Library of Things” idea for borrowing tools and equipment from the Library. Thanks to all who took part. We will work with all finalists to develop their ideas. #LibraryOfThings #NextChapterChallenge #StudentInnovation

Paul with Yuki and Eden with their trophy standing in front of a screen saying Congratulations on

The finalists holding teddies and a trophy in front of two screens saying Congratulations

Yuki and Eden with their trophy standing in front of a screen saying Congratulations on

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Spring Vacation opening from 2 - 8 April 2026 - The Library is open 24/7 during the spring vacation. The Library staff will not be present, only the security guards.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Ready to make your voice heard? Join us at the Library Student Engagement Forum for a chance to win a £25 gift voucher! 📚🎉 Where: Library Training Rooms (Shepard & Bellairs)-Level 1 of the Library, Stag Hill campus When: Thursday 26 February 2026 12PM-1PM #SurreyUniversityLibrary #StudentVoices 📖✨

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Did you know? You have access to millions of ebooks, journal articles, digital archives, audio-visual material via our curated subject database lists. Select your subject! my.surrey.ac.uk/library/subject-resources #surreylib #uniofsurrey

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Did you know? You have access to your key reading on Kortext. Use the AI study tools to create flashcards, Q&A and translate or summarise your notes - my.surrey.ac.uk/library/stud... #surreylib #uniofsurrey #korext #digitaltextbookscheme

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Join Library staff for this 30-minute tour. Maximum of 15 students per tour. Book here: outlook.office365.com/book/KnowHow... 2nd February 11.30 and 14.00 and 15.30 3rd February 11.30 and 14.00 and 15.30 4th February 11.30 and 14.00 and 15.30 5th February 11.30 and 14.00 and 15.30 6th February 11 am

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University of Surrey Archives and Special Collections @archives-unisurrey.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

On #holocaustmemorialday, we're sharing the Ephraim and Neumayer collection. Vera Ephraim was a Dalcroze Eurhythmics teacher and her husband Hans Neumayer was a blind musician and teacher. Both Germans of Jewish ancestry, they were killed in the Holocaust.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

Got an idea that could make the Library even better? We want to hear about it! Enter our Next Chapter Challenge which launches in February, and help improve our services, spaces, and your student experience. The winning entry wins £500! Head to our webpage for more. my.surrey.ac.uk/library/othe...

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

You've done your exams and assignments...now it's time to relax! Well done everybody! Cosy up with a good book from our Surrey Reads collection and read for fun at long last! Or visit the Jigsaw Corner on level 1. You've earned it! #surreylib #uniofsurrey

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

The Library staff were feeling very festive in our Christmas jumpers today.

Group of Library staff wearing various Christmas jumpers gathered around a Christmas tree.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

We're open again! Thank you all for your patience!

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

The Library is currently closed due to an incident. We will keep you updated when we can return to the building. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Meet our student, Ellica - This month’s "Student Curator Project shines a light on a topic that’s deeply personal to me: late diagnosis of ADHD." You can read more in her blog here: blogs.surrey.ac.uk/librarynews/... She will be running a workshop on 20 November. #surreylib #adhd #neurodivergence

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

We would love to hear what you think of our library service. Link: ow.ly/ZBAR50Xkv8U These leaflets are also distributed around the Library, as well as the QR codes for the forms. You can also email us at library@surrey.ac.uk or speak to a member of the library team. #surreylib #uniofsurrey

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

InterLibrary Loans are a great solution for resources outside our collection. Our video tutorial in our profile shows how to make an InterLibrary Loan request, so you can grab e-resources up to 6 hours after your request. You can obtain physical sources too, but there may be a slightly longer wait.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

It's open day today! Come and visit us on Level 1 of the Library to find out about our services, and Archives on the ground floor. We have... - Books & eresources - Academic Skills & Development - Maths & Stats Support - Wellbeing activities - Archives & Special collections (ground floor)

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Due to a power cut affecting Stag Hill campus the Library is shut for the rest of today, Friday 3rd October. Please see www.surrey.ac.uk/alert for more information on the power cut.

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Surrey alerts | University of Surrey

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Please remember to check opening hours before you visit the Library! 24 hour openings will be back during Exam & Revision periods. If you need somewhere to study overnight in the meantime, you can find Study Spaces info here: my.surrey.ac.uk/study/space

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

UKRI have extended their deadline for feedback concerning their new research data policy to the 1st August 2025. You can find further information here: engagementhub.ukri.org/ukri-openres...

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

The Learning Development (LD) team have been out presenting at sector conferences to share ideas and grow expertise. LD Advisers & Librarians headed to #ALDcon25, while the Maths and Statistics Advice team attended #UKCOTS25. Lots of new ideas and strategies for next year! Photo 2 credit: ALDinHE

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Staff at AldCon25 working together around a table

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

June is Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month. This year's theme is Heroes Month: Who inspires you? Check out our display on level 1, where you can find books to borrow and learn more. Also visit: www.gypsy-traveller.org to learn more. #GRTHeroesMonth #GRTHM25

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

UKRI is developing new research data policy. You can influence its scope and direction and share with them your concerns. Follow the link Developing UKRI's research data policy - UK Research and Innovation - Citizen Space for consultation. Deadline 6th July. engagementhub.ukri.org/ukri-openres...

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Did you know, we have a starter pack for University of Surrey accounts? Think your department/group should be on here? Let us know! #surreylib #uniofsurrey #starterpack

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

New EBSCOhost Search Interface – Launching 9th June! The new user interface for EBSCOhost provides some fantastic new features to help improve your research experience. Head to Library News blog to learn more: blogs.surrey.ac.uk/librarynews/... #surreylib #EBSCOhost #researchdatabase

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Our summer opening hours will be in place from 9 June until 21 September. University of Surrey Library will be open from 8:30 am - midnight. #surreylib #uniofsurrey #summeropeninghours

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

We are pleased to announce the University of Surrey Library now has access to Taylor & Francis’ Open Access eBook and Journal collections directly through SurreySearch. Follow our Library News blog for more information: blogs.surrey.ac.uk/librarynews/ #surreylib #journals #OpenAccessResources

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

A new way to request Interlibrary Loans - You can now request books, book chapters, and journal articles that are not available in our library collection directly through SurreySearch.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

"The Q&A tool enables students to generate multiple choice questions on an eBook in seconds. To create Q&A on a page, tap on the purple widget, then tap on ‘Page Q & A’ icon. Alternatively, highlight a section, hover over ‘Study tools’ in the pop-up menu, then tap on ‘Q & A’." #kortext #surreylib

A student is holding a mobile phone with the Kortext platform AI tool for creating Q&A page.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 30/04/2025

Remember to hand in your reading challenge logs in. One of our librarians who took part in the reading challenge read 5 books and has claimed gold prize. We have bonus items for each winning tier as a thank you for taking part in the Library's first reading challenge and charity fundraiser.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

The Spring vacation is on 17-23 April and fast approaching! We will be open 24/7 throughout the break but please note the ground floor entrance near archives will be closed until 6th May. Please access the Library through level 1 during this time. Happy Easter and good luck for exams! #surrelib

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Our Reading Challenge with Surrey Lit Society for Refuge UK has launched! Refuge UK help women & children out of domestic abuse. Head to Level 1 of the Library to sign up or if you want to donate visit www.justgiving.com/page/litsoc-...

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

This week is Sustainability Week and the Library has teamed up with the Sustainability Society for our new Student Curator Project. Follow the links below to our blog for Yash's thoughts on the importance of sustainability. 🌎 blogs.surrey.ac.uk/librarynews/... blogs.surrey.ac.uk/librarynews/...

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

We're introducing a Reading Challenge with Surrey Literature Society to raise money for Refuge UK! You can sign up in the Library 1-23 April, and there will be a chance to win a prize at the end. More information in the comments ⬇️

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

It's World Book Day tomorrow! 📚 You will find our World Book Day stand on Thursday 6th March with paper fortune tellers to predict your next read. There will also be teas and coffees 12.00-1.30pm, so if you fancy a chat with fellow bookworms do come along!

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

We had a surprise visitor today who seemed very interested in our Data Management stand! If you need help with data management, you can visit the pop-up on level 1, Library on Tuesdays 8.30am-1.00pm. Queries can range from data management plans to how to upload data to the Open Research Repository.

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

Surrey University researchers – our Institutional #RightsRetention procedure now applies to all articles and Book chapters submissions. What do you need to do to Retain your Rights and Publish? See www.surrey.ac.uk/library/open...

An open padlock symbol in an orange circle, next to the heading 'Plan S', and the subheading 'Making full & immediate Open Access a reality'. Underneath in blue, 'The peer-reviewed Author Accepted Manuscript (AAM) is your intellectual creation, your valuable asset. Don't give it away.' Underneath two blue text boxes with text 'Publish with Power.' and 'Protect your Rights.' To the right a cartoon-style image of a laptop with leaves coming out from behind, and three people standing on the left of the keyboard, pointing, and looking, and one person standing on the right with a megaphone. A pencil in the front, and two paper aeroplanes flying around it.
CC-BY Coalition-S https://www.coalition-s.org/resources/rights-retention-strategy/

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University of Surrey Library @surreylib.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

New research students at Surrey - visit the Library Research Hub - your essential research companion! Access key resources, events, and expert guidance on reference management, ORCID, systematic searching, and more. Make your research journey smoother! surreyac.sharepoint.com/sites/Librar...

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