As we move through 2025, here’s a summary of our updates from the year so far.

New Noise-Cancelling Headphones Available for Loan

The library recently acquired noise-cancelling headphones, they’re now available for borrowing from the Enquiry Desk. These are particularly useful for any readers looking to minimise distractions while studying.
Further details on our IT Loans

National Student Survey (NSS) 2025 Now Open

Final-year undergraduate students are encouraged to participate in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025. Feedback from this survey plays a crucial role in shaping university services. Students can complete the survey using their student number or via the link sent to their University email. The survey is open until 30th April.
Access the survey here

Temporary Service Disruption: Bloomberg Terminal Unavailable

Due to a water leak affecting electrical systems in the building, some library computers, including the Bloomberg terminal, are temporarily unavailable. Efforts are underway to resolve the issue as soon as possible.
See the blog post for updates

Oxford Forum of Open Scholarship (OxFOS25)

The Oxford Forum of Open Scholarship (OxFOS25) will take place from 3–13 March, providing an opportunity to explore developments in open access and open research. The event will include discussions on the future of research accessibility and scholarly communication.
Further information is available via Open Access Oxford

Financial Times Business Book of the Year Display

The library is currently showcasing a selection of books from the Financial Times Business Book of the Year shortlist. We welcome you to explore the display and engage in discussions about the most impactful business publications of the past year.

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