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Welcome to New & Returning Students!

By Law Library on September 2, 2025

Welcome to new and returning students!- From the Law Library Staff

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Yucho Chow, Part 1: “Rain or Shine, Anything, Anywhere, Anytime”

By Jill Henderson on August 28, 2025

The early to mid 1900s marked a time of immense social exclusion for immigrants and people of colour in Vancouver, with most white-run businesses catering solely to Anglo customers. Much of the studio photography that has emerged from this era reflects this reality, obscuring the existence of the city’s immigrant families in the process. However, […]

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New: Reading Room appointments

By Chelsea Shriver on August 27, 2025

RBSC and University Archives has moved to an appointment-based booking system for reading room visits starting September 1, 2025.

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Welcome to the Education Learning Commons!

By epederso on August 26, 2025

For the 2025-2026 academic year and amidst the relocation of Education library collections and services to Koerner Library, the Education Learning Commons remains open for students in Neville Scarfe. While the Faculty of Education will lead the long-term transition of this space, this year it will remain open with student study space and access to […]

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New Books at Education Library: July 2025

By epederso on July 22, 2025

Summer is the perfect time to discover something new, and this month’s additions to the Education Library offer stories, ideas, and inspiration for all ages. Our July list features picture books, middle-grade fiction, graphic novels, and professional resources—alongside titles that explore pressing topics such as climate change, identity, Indigenous knowledge, and the power of community. […]

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Intrepid Sisters on the Move

By Chelsea Shriver on July 9, 2025

Guest blogger and E-Records Manager Barbara Towell retraces the route taken by sisters Clara and Kitty Wilson on their annual bicycle trip on Vancouver Island.

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Chung | Lind Gallery Summer Hours

By Chelsea Shriver on June 11, 2025

Due to staffing changes, the Chung | Lind Gallery will have reduced hours for summer 2025. The planned summer opening hours are: June 11-14, 2025: Open from 10 am-5 pm  June 17-28, 2025: Closed  July and August, the Gallery will be open Wednesdays to Saturdays from 10 am-5 pm As opening hours are subject to […]

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It’s the Cream of the Crop!

By Jacky Lai on June 9, 2025

Co-op student Gabriella Cigarroa shares some highlights from the newly processed B.C. Dairy Historical Society collection.

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New Books at Education Library: May & June 2025

By epederso on May 29, 2025

Welcome to our May & June 2025 Booklist!This special joint edition features over 50 newly arrived titles across a wide range of genres, including engaging picture books and young adult novels, as well as professional resources for educators, researchers, and those working in higher education. Picture books and children’s literature highlighting themes of friendship, nature, […]

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Congratulations, Grad Class of 2025!

By Law Library on May 21, 2025

Congratulations, Grad Class of 2025 Best wishes and good luck, From the Law Library Staff

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