Irving K. Barber Learning Centre

Celebrate with the Small Business Accelerator (SBA)! Discover resources highlighting inclusion and resiliency in Canadian business by visiting the SBA blog, and check out the book displays at UBC Library starting Oct. 21.

Celebrate Small Business Month! | ikblc.ubc.ca Celebrate Small Business Month with the Small Business Accelerator! Discover resources highlighting inclusion and resiliency in Canadian business by visiting the SBA blog, and check out the book displays at UBC Library starting Oct. 21.

The British Columbia History Digitization Program (BCHDP) is now accepting applications for project funding. The program, initiated by the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre in 2006, provides matching funds to support digitization projects that make unique British Columbia content freely available. For more information, go to https://ikblc.ubc.ca/initiatives/bcdigitinfo/bchdp-applicant-information/

Non-medical masks required in public indoor spaces on UBC campuses As a result of a Public Health Order, effective August 25, 2021, non-medical masks are required for all indoor public areas at UBC Vancouver and UBC Okanagan, including lobbies, hallways, stairwells, elevators, classrooms and labs. The Order also applie...

Notice to users: IKBLC will re-open Thursday, August 5th at 10 am. For latest updates please visit https://www.library.ubc.ca/

University of British Columbia Library | UBC Library Home Learning, knowledge, research, insight: welcome to the world of UBC Library, the second-largest academic research library in Canada.

Please note IKBLC is temporarily closed until further notice due to an unexpected issue with the cooling system. For latest updates please visit https://www.library.ubc.ca/

The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre is closed until further notice due to an unexpected issue with the cooling system. Visit the library website for the latest updates. https://library.ubc.ca

IKBLC will be open till 8 pm tonight for students, faculty and staff who need a respite from the heat.

The following locations are cooled and available for students, faculty and staff on our Vancouver campus today & tomorrow:

AMS Nest – 6133 University Blvd. – open to 8 p.m.
Irving K. Barber Learning Centre - 1961 East Mall – open to 8 p.m.
Thunderbird Stadium concourse and stands - 6288 Stadium Rd
Orchard Commons Open Kitchen – 6363 Agronomy Road, access via west doors off West Mall
Mercante - 6488 University Blvd.

More info: ubc.ca

Congratulations Class of 2021!

If you're a new incoming student, check out these UBC orientations. https://you.ubc.ca/applying-ubc/blog/after-youve-been-admitted/your-ubc-orientations/

Your UBC orientations - UBC | Undergraduate Programs and Admissions UBC advisors will help you through the application process through weekly blog posts about topics ranging from admission requirements to financial matters.

The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre is pleased to announce the successful 2021 projects for the BC History Digitization Program. https://ikblc.ubc.ca/bc-history-digitization-program-2021-projects/

BC History Digitization Program – 2021 Projects | ikblc.ubc.ca The focus of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre's BC History Digitization Program is to promote increased access to British Columbia’s historical resources, including providing matching funds to undertake digitization projects that will result in free online access to our unique provincial histo...

As one of the only study spaces currently open at , the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre ( ) has been a popular campus destination for currently-registered students, faculty and staff with a valid UBC card. Read more: https://about.library.ubc.ca/2021/04/21/how-ubc-library-has-provided-safe-study-spaces-on-campus/

How UBC Library has provided safe study spaces on campus As one of the only study spaces currently open at UBC, the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (IKBLC) has been a popular campus destination for currently-registered students, faculty and staff with a valid UBC card.

Photo Essay: then and now
Mirroring archival photos, Ubyssey photographer Zubair Hirji visited parts of UBC's Point Grey campus to photograph the changes in its landscape over the years. https://www.ubyssey.ca/features/photo-essay-ubc-then-and-now/

Photo Essay: UBC then and now Mirroring archival photos, Ubyssey photographer Zubair Hirji visited parts of UBC's Point Grey campus to photograph the changes in its landscape over the years.

Take a look at these tips to help you prepare for your . https://learningcommons.ubc.ca/student-toolkits/preparing-for-exams/

Preparing for Exams | Chapman Learning Commons Tests and exams, you can’t escape ‘em. So learn how to prepare well in advance and gain confidence in test-writing.

are stressful! Join Exam Jam, an all-day, virtual event aimed to help you de-stress, manage your time, develop more productive study habits, and learn course content. https://libcal.library.ubc.ca/event/3604300

Exam Jam We know that final exam season is a difficult time. It’s hard not to get anxious, overwhelmed, and stressed—but have no fear, Exam Jam is here! Peers and pros will lead online sessions to support yo...

Get an introduction to the structure of research articles in the STEM disciplines through this workshop. https://bit.ly/35WDvVA

It's a beautiful day at today!

DYK that has digital colouring books? Download your favourite images here: https://about.library.ubc.ca/colour-our-collections/?login

Colour our Collections About UBC Library's Digital Colouring Books Experience history at the tip of your pencil crayons! UBC Library’s digital colouring books aim to inspire creativity and spark curiosity through the art found in our digital and physical collections.

Do you recognize this building?

The Life Building, formerly known as The Student Union Building, was opened in September 1968.

[unknown]. (1967, December 1). View of construction of Student Union Building. UBC Archives Photograph Collection. P, from https://open.library.ubc.ca/collections/arphotos/items/1.0157361

Are you a UBC student looking for a summer position? Work Learn job postings are now up. Find out more at https://students.ubc.ca/career/ubc-experiences/work-learn-program

Work Learn program Build skills and grow your professional network, right here on campus.

Increased on-campus activity for the 2021/22 Winter Session If you are a manager of staff whose work is not computer-based, please print this email and display it in a common work area for them to review. Today, Provincial Health Officer, Dr. Bonnie Henry, provided information for B.C. public post-secondary inst...

Join UBC Library March 25th at 1 pm for a special event featuring four panelists from diverse disciplinary backgrounds as they engage in a conversation about the climate crisis and work to be done in the here and now. Registration is required.

Climate Research Made Real: Practical Applications of Research for Better Futures Join UBC Library for a special event featuring four panelists from diverse disciplinary backgrounds as they engage in a conversation about the climate crisis and work to be done in the here and now. In the D...

March 8th is International Women's Day. Explore stories of achievement, events, and community resources. https://events.ubc.ca/international-womens-day/

International Women’s Day | UBCevents

Register for Honouring Indigenous Writers - Children’s Author Reading with Richard Van Camp on Saturday, March 6th at 1 pm. Richard, author of 24 books, will be reading a selection for children aged 9-13. Registration is required: https://libcal.library.ubc.ca/event/3593534

Honouring Indigenous Writers - Children’s Author Reading with Richard Van Camp Join us on Saturday, March 6th from 1:00pm-2:00pm for an author reading with acclaimed writer Richard van Camp, who will be reading a selection for children aged 9-13. This event is free and open to the pu...

Chapman Learning Commons Assistants can help you with your technology questions up to 1 hour before your exam. https://learningcommons.ubc.ca/online-exams/

Online Exams | Chapman Learning Commons Learn how to get set up for your online exams.

Join the Canadian Society for Asian Arts and the UBC Asian Library on Saturday, February 27th at 7 pm for "Ink Dance," an online overview and demonstration of Chinese calligraphy. This event will be animated introduces you to "the four treasures of the scholar's studio" (ink stick, ink stone, writing brush and paper). Registration is required: https://libcal.library.ubc.ca/event/3597080

Ink Dance The Canadian Society for Asian Arts and the UBC Asian Library are presenting an online overview and demonstration of Chinese calligraphy. Renowned scholar Dr. Jan Walls will discuss this revered and popular art...

February 24 is Pink Shirt Day. Wear pink to show your support for an end to bullying and harassment in our communities. At UBC, we strive to provide a safe, respectful and productive environment for our faculty, staff and students. The UBC Respectful Environment Statement outlines our principles about creating a respectful environment for all. Visit https://www.pinkshirtday.ca/ for more information.

Pink Shirt Day This Pink Shirt Day, our focus is working together and treating others with dignity and respect. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected us all and shown the importance of helping one another and advocating for those who need it. Help us “lift each other up” and support programs that encourage health...

Look at these two smart doggos.

Midterms got you down? Although they can't take the tests for you, we hope this furry duo will bring a smile to your face!
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(Thank you to photographer .wolf.parade and dog-owner .and.friends for this adorable shot in front of the Iona Building)

With so much of our time spent online, do you know which platforms are best suited for different types of communication? Join the Chapman Learning Commons on March 1st for this online session where you'll develop skills to build your communication confidence. Registration is required.

Online Communication Skills As online learners, we constantly communicate with others using a variety of platforms. Which platforms are best suited to different types of communication? How might you engage effectively online with a profes...