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Experiencing the Holocaust, Sharing Memories: The UBC Community Reading and Witnessing Auschwitz

Experiencing the Holocaust, Sharing Memories: The UBC Community Reading and Witnessing Auschwitz

The UBC Library exhibition explores the stories of the men and women who collected, recorded and brought forth evidence of the atrocities of Auschwitz, giving testimony of the events that took place there. The exhibit runs until February 28 on Level 2 of the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre.

Past Purrrrfect: Cats in the Collection

Past Purrrrfect: Cats in the Collection

Visit feline and canine themed exhibits at multiple branches of the library throughout January and February.

Irving K. Barber Learning Centre closed on January 9

Irving K. Barber Learning Centre closed on January 9

UBC Library’s Irving K. Barber Learning Centre will be closed on Thursday, January 9, 2020.

24/7 hours at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre

24/7 hours at the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre

As we head into final exams, the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre will stay open longer to accommodate students and their study schedules. The Learning Centre will be open 24 hours a day from Monday, December 2 (opening at 6 a.m.) to Friday, December 13 (closing at 1 a.m.).

BC History Digitization Program 2020/2021 Call for Applications

BC History Digitization Program 2020/2021 Call for Applications

The B.C. History Digitization Program (BCHDP) is now accepting submissions for project funding. The program, launched by the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre in 2006, provides matching funds to support projects that make unique British Columbia content freely available. Applications are due by Monday, December 16, 2019.

Online Communities as Vehicles to Share Health Information and Support – Challenges and Critical Questions

Online Communities as Vehicles to Share Health Information and Support – Challenges and Critical Questions

In this talk, Professor Annie Chen will present an overview of health-related online communities and social networks, and the ways in which they can assist patients in health management.

Join us for the 10th annual UBC Library United Way Spelling Bee

Join us for the 10th annual UBC Library United Way Spelling Bee

We’re getting ready to kick off the 10th annual UBC Library United Way Spelling Bee on Thursday, October 17. UBC faculty, staff and students are invited to create a team of 4-10 people and compete for the win in this annual cross-campus event to raise awareness for the United Way.