Drop in for a friendly festive crochet session with the Sainsbury Library team on Thursday 18th December, between 1 and 3 pm.
No experience needed, and all materials are included.
Looking for a cosy way to unwind as winter settles in? Join us at Sainsbury Library for a special wellbeing session designed to spark creativity, relaxation, and community.
On Friday, 5 December 2025, from 2:30 to 5:00 PM, we’ll be gathering in the Library’s Annexe for a hands-on workshop where participants will crochet their very own spring-flower bookmarks. Whether you’re an experienced crafter or have never picked up a crochet hook before, this session is open to everyone. No prior experience is needed, and all materials will be provided.
This is more than just a crafting workshop – it’s an opportunity to slow down, connect with others, and enjoy a mindful break from the hustle of term. We hope you’ll join us for an uplifting afternoon of creativity and connection!
🌼 Activity: Crochet Spring Flower Bookmark Workshop
📍 Location: Annexe, Sainsbury Library
🕒 Time: 2:30 – 5:00 PM
📅 Date: Friday, 5 December 2025
📧 Contact: library@sbs.ox.ac.uk
This week marks Green Libraries Week, an event organised by CILIP to celebrate and promote sustainability initiatives in libraries across the UK. The Sainsbury Library is taking part with a new interactive display.
Our display features ‘feedback trees’ made from scrap cardboard, inviting students to pin leaves sharing their sustainability messages, requests, and goals for the library. Alongside this, we’ve curated a book display highlighting resources on climate change, environmental action, and sustainable business practices.
All featured materials can be accessed via the links below (Oxford SSO required) or by visiting the display in the Lower Reading Room. For further resources, explore our GOTO: Climate Action LibGuide.
Sustainable Business and Management
Net Positive : How Courageous Companies Thrive by Giving More Than They Take
Runaway climate change and rampant inequality threaten humanity and are costing a fortune. Net Positive demonstrates how business can help lead us to a better future.
The Green Bundle: Pairing the Market With the Planet
Combining insights from sustainable business and behavioural economics, Delmas and Colgan show managers how to lead buyers from information to action. If you are looking to win over the convenient consumer or understand how companies can create the next tipping point in green consumption, this is the research-based, practical guide for you.
The Responsible Business: Reimagining Sustainability and Success
“The Responsible Business” outlines a framework for building a responsibility and consciousness infrastructure that applies a living systems view to the business and inspires all of its stakeholders, including shareholders.
Economics and Public Action
Heat: How to Stop the Planet Burning
We know that climate change is happening. We know that it could, if the worst predictions come true, destroy the conditions which make human life possible. Only one question is now worth asking: can it be stopped?
Don’t Even Think About it: Why Our Brains Are Wired to Ignore Climate Change
From the founder of the Climate Outreach and Information Network, a groundbreaking take on the most urgent question of our time: Why, despite overwhelming scientific evidence, do we still ignore climate change?
Saving the Planet Without the Bullshit: What They Don’t Tell You About the Climate Crisis
In this provocative manifesto, Assaad Razzouk shows that for too long our ideas about what’s best for the environment have been unfocused and distracted, trying to go in too many directions and concentrating on individual behaviour. While some of these things can be useful, they are dwarfed by one big thing that simply has to happen very soon if we’re to avoid major environmental breakdown: curtailing the activities of the fossil fuel industry.
What We Need to Do Now
Embracing Britain’s promise to become carbon neutral by 2050, Chris Goodall makes a pivotal practical plan for achieving widespread change in this engaging and inspiring volume.
Guides, Plans, and Personal Climate Action
What Can we do by Friday?: The Practical Guide to Personal Climate Action
“What Can We Do by Friday?” is written to tackle one of the most urgent crises of our time: climate change. It’s not a theoretical or academic discourse; it’s a call to action. This book breaks down the complexities of the climate crisis into simple, actionable steps that individuals and business leaders can take immediately to make a meaningful difference.
How to Avoid a Climate Disaster: The Solutions We Have and The Breakthroughs We Need
In this urgent, authoritative book, Bill Gates sets out a wide-ranging, practical and accessible – plan for how the world can get to zero greenhouse gas emissions in time to avoid a climate catastrophe.
For more resources, see our posts about other recent book displays.
A termly library induction session for staff members to discover what the Sainsbury Library and the Bodleian Libraries offer, how to find and access resources, and how we can support you and your students.
The session will enable participants to Search and access various types of materials and resources offered through the Sainsbury Library and the Bodleian Libraries network for work, professional development and leisure.
The Neurodiversity Celebration Week programme features a wide range of speakers from around the globe who are leading experts in neurodiversity and inclusion. Many of them are also well-respected authors, and Saïd Enabled would like to highlight six books written by Neurodiversity Celebration Week speakers – all of which are available electronically via the Bodleian Libraries (links below, Oxford SSO required). The Sainsbury Library is also displaying a range of titles on this theme during the week. Whether you are curious to learn more about research into the value of neurodiversity within organisations or looking for practical tips to support yourself or your neurodivergent colleagues and friends, there is something here for you!
The Neurodiversity Celebration Week Events Schedule lists webinars that you can register to attend for free. The sessions are very varied, so there is something for everyone! Even if you are unavailable to attend live, we would recommend registering to receive a copy of the recording to enable you to watch it at a more suitable time.
Amanda Kirby is chairing Event 1: Celebrating Different Minds – An Introduction to Neurodiversity and both Amanda Kirby and Theo Smith are speaking at Event 12: Shaping Neurodiversity through Innovation & Technology.
Neurodiversity at Work is a practical guide that explores the benefits of valuing those who think differently within the workforce. Drawing on research and case studies from leading organisations such as Microsoft, the authors demonstrate the importance of recognizing and harnessing the unique strengths of neurodivergent individuals in improving business outcomes and brand impact, as well as employee wellbeing. The book was the winner of the Diversity, Inclusion & Equality Book 2022 at the Business Book Awards, and features chapters on inclusive recruitment, line management conversations, and the workplace of the future.
Read this book if: you want to understand the business case for neurodiversity inclusion and catch the vision for a truly diverse workforce.
Smith, T. & Kirby, A. (2021) Neurodiversity at Work: Drive innovation, performance and productivity with a neurodiverse workforce. London: KoganPage.
Kay Sargeant is on the panel of speakers at Event 13: Neurodiversity at Work Q&A: Designing Neuro-inclusive Working Environments.
Kay Sargeant draws on her experience as a certified interior designer and Director of Thought Leadership at the global design and architecture firm HOK’s Interiors group in reimagining the workplace through a neuroinclusive lens. Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces, published in March 2025, considers the sensory and cognitive impact of the spaces in which we work, especially on those with neurodivergent conditions, and makes the case for inclusive choices at every stage of the design process to “boost productivity” and “transform high-stress environments into more welcoming and functional spaces for everyone”.
Read this book if: you want to discover how aspects of our physical environment at work can promote inclusion, productivity and wellbeing.
Sargent, K. (2025) Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces: Advancing sensory processing and cognitive well-being in the built environment. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons.
Ludmila N. Praslova is on the panel of speakers at Event 23: Is the Business World leading society on Neuroinclusion?
The Canary Code describes how neurodivergent individuals can often be ‘canaries in the coalmine’, falling foul of psychologically unhealthy working environments before others do. However, Ludmila Praslova sets out clear inclusive principles for organisations to follow, to improve the experience of work for everyone. With simple takeaways and real-life examples, she shares practical steps to put these principles into action at every level of an organisation, from everyday changes to system-wide shifts. There are several chapters on leadership, including the challenges faced by leaders who are neurodivergent themselves, and useful appendices such as checklists for neuroinclusive hiring and running neuroinclusive meetings.
Read (or listen to) this book if: you’re looking for practical tips on improving inclusion that you can start implementing today. If you’re not sure which of the six books to pick, The Canary Code has a bit of everything!
Praslova, L. N. (2024) The Canary Code: A guide to neurodiversity, dignity, and intersectional belonging at work. Oakland, CA: Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc.
Dr. Maureen Dunne is on the panel of speakers at Event 23: Is the Business World leading society on Neuroinclusion?
The Neurodiversity Edge sets out the case for neuroinclusion as not just a positive thing for organisations to do, but vital for organisations to thrive and deal with the challenges of a rapidly changing environmental, social, political and technological landscape. Dr. Dunne argues that neurodivergent individuals bring unique skills and ways of thinking to the workplace, and organisations which overlook these are in danger of groupthink, stagnation and losing out to competition. This book builds on her experience working with the World Economic Forum where she founded the Davos Neurodiversity Summit to bring fresh thinking to the world’s greatest challenges.
Read this book if: you’re curious about how organisations can harness the strengths of neurodiverse teams to tackle big problems and adapt to changes.
Dunne, M. (2024) The Neurodiversity Edge: The essential guide to embracing autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other neurological differences for any organization. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Dr. Nancy Doyle is on the panel of speakers at Event 23: Is the Business World leading society on Neuroinclusion?
Drawing on her experience as founder and Chief Science Officer of Genius Within, an international B-corp focused on neurodiversity inclusion, and as a neurodivergent leader herself, Nancy Doyle has written this book as a manual for leaders and aspiring leaders who think differently. She shares personal stories from a wide variety of contributors with lived experience, exposing the ‘unwritten rules of leadership’, and giving realistic advice on navigating the strengths and challenges of the path to becoming a leader as a neurodivergent person.
Read this book if: you’re a leader or considering leadership, and you have – or think you might have – a neurodivergent condition. It’s also a great read if you want to understand the lived experience of neurodivergent leaders.
Doyle, N. (2025) Learning from Neurodivergent Leaders: How to start, survive and thrive in leadership. London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
Onyinye Udokporo is on the panel of speakers at Event 23: Is the Business World leading society on Neuroinclusion?
Dyslexia and Me is Onyinye Udokporo’s personal story of learning to embrace her dyslexia diagnosis and forging a path for herself as a successful entrepreneur and educator. Dealing with themes of intersectionality and representation, she aims to be the role model for others that she wished she had had whilst growing up in London as a young girl of Nigerian heritage.
Read this book if: you’re looking for inspiration and encouragement to overcome obstacles and find your strengths.
Udokporo, O. (2023) Dyslexia and Me: How to survive and thrive if you’re neurodivergent. London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
Don’t feel like reading? Check out these podcasts featuring Neurodiversity Celebration Week speakers:
Do you have any recommendations of books and resources on neurodiversity? Let us know in the comments.
The theme of World Book Day this year is Read Your Way which “encourages everyone to let go of reading pressures and expectations”. So in keeping with the theme, do have look at our current book display, including interesting and non-business related titles. Also, we have some fun activities. Stop by the book display and let us know your favourite book and take a break to colour in your own World Book Day bookmark.
As we move through 2025, here’s a summary of our updates from the year so far.
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
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
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
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
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.
You can follow us on Bluesky for more updates: Sainsbury Library on Bluesky
Update April 2nd 2025
• Electrical repair work has been completed.
• Power has been restored.
• All the computers in the library are available to use again.
• Repairs to the water pipes in the library are scheduled for the summer.
A water leak has caused electrical problems in the library, resulting in some computers being unavailable.
What This Means for You
What We’re Doing
We will continue to provide updates here as soon as more information is available. We appreciate your patience during this incident.
Need Help?
If you require assistance, please don’t hesitate to speak to a member of our team at the Enquiry Desk or contact us via email or phone.
We’re thrilled to announce that we have brand new iMacs in the Sainsbury Library! These new, high-performance iMacs have replaced older, slower computers, bringing you faster processing, stunning visuals, and an enhanced experience for all your study and research needs.
Lightning-fast performance:
The Apple Silicon chip in each of the iMacs brings serious speed and power to your fingertips. These iMacs are ideal for complex data science projects, data processing, and other demanding software you may need for coursework or research.
Beautiful displays for visual work:
The new iMacs feature high-resolution Retina displays, perfect for working on visual projects, such as presentations, graphic design, or video editing.
Customisable with Apps via Orchard Software Centre:
Need specific software for a project? The iMacs allow you to install apps directly from the Orchard Software Centre, giving you the flexibility to tailor your workstation to your needs. Whether it’s data analysis tools, productivity apps, or creative software, you’ll have the resources you need right at your fingertips.
Perfect for Every Task
Whether you’re crunching numbers in a financial model, conducting complex data tasks, or simply organizing your assignments, these iMacs are equipped to handle it all. And with improved processing speeds, you can get through tasks faster and make the most of your time in the library.
So come try out the new iMacs today and take your studies to the next level. We can’t wait to see what you’ll create!
We value your feedback to enhance your experience with the Sainsbury Library. To better understand your confidence in information skills, your use of library resources, and your preferences for training formats and timing, we invite you to take part in a short survey.
The survey will take just 3–5 minutes to complete and will help us tailor our support services to your needs.
Access the Survey online.
Thank you for being an active part of the Sainsbury Library community! Don’t forget to explore the training sessions and workshops we currently offer on our LibGuide page. Your input makes a difference!