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Coventry University Library aka The Lanchester Library.

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On the 3rd day of the #LanchesterAdventRecommends, one of our English Literature students chose:

📔 Dracula by Bram Stoker

Find it on the #JustRead display on the ground floor.

#StudentRecommends
#ReadingForPleasure
#GothicFiction
#LanchesterLibrary
#CovUniLibrary
#CovUni
#CoventryUniversity
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December 4, 2025 at 11:24 AM
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On the 2nd day of the #LanchesterAdventRecommends e-Resources Manager Gavin and his cat have chosen:

📕Winters in the World: a journey through the Anglo-Saxon year by Eleanor Parker

#StaffRecommends
#ReadingForPleasure
#LanchesterLibrary
#CovUniLibrary
#CovUni
#CoventryUniversity
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December 4, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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It's the first day of #LanchesterAdventRecommends and Lauren has chosen 2 books!

The Artist by Lucy Steeds (823.92 STE)
"Historical fiction at its finest - a claustrophobic setting, rising tension and beautiful discussions about art" (1/2)
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December 1, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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The Library Elf is back and this time he wants to get everyone reading! 📚

Follow #LanchesterAdventRecommends this December for book reviews by staff, students and bookish pets 😺🐶

You'll find a lot of the books featured on our #JustRead book display on the Ground Floor 👀

#LanchesterLibrary #CovUni
December 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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It's #InternationalMensDay which is the perfect time to highlight our #Movember fundraiser!

Movember raises awareness of men's health and wellbeing whilst requiring staff to grow moustaches!♥️

If you would like to donate, head here: uk.movember.com/team/2286833

#MensHealth #LanchesterLibrary
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November 19, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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On the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month.

Lest we forget.

The Lanchester Library will be observing a 2 minute silence at 11am today, please do join us.

#RemembranceDay #Remembrance #LestWeForget
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November 11, 2025 at 9:57 AM
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X is for PhoeniX Registration Point!

Need to activate a new student ID card or reactivate your current card?

The library has 3 PhoeniX Registration Points you can use:

✅ Ground floor, left of Welcome Desk
✅ Basement, next to Postgrad Room
✅ Floor 2 stairwell

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #CovUni
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November 10, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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W is for Writing Support!

Need help with your academic writing skills?

The Centre for Academic Writing (CAW) can help!

Check out their guide for useful resources, online workshops and more: libguides.coventry.ac.uk/CAWhomepage

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #AcademicWriting #CovUniLibrary
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November 10, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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V is for Vending Machines!

Studying hard and need a snack?

Head to the 3rd floor and use our vending machines for hot drinks, crisps or a sweet treat! 🍫

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #VendingMachines #StudySnacks #LanchesterLibrary #CovUniLibrary #CovUni #CoventryUniversity
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November 10, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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U is for University Archives!

The library has many wonderful collections for you to explore, check out the Archives & Special Collections guide here for more info: libguides.coventry.ac.uk/archives

You can also visit the discovery space on floor 2, Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm.

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ
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November 7, 2025 at 10:29 AM
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T is for Tech Bar!

Need IT help?

The Digital Services Tech Bar is located on the Ground Floor & is available for both walk up* & pre-booked appts.

Visit the Digital Services Portal for more info:
help.coventry.ac.uk

*Check sign on door for current walk-up availability.

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ
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November 6, 2025 at 10:13 AM
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S is for Subject Guides!

Did you know your Academic Liaison Librarian has put together a brilliant subject guide to help you during your studies?

Full of useful information, resources and more, find yours here: libguides.coventry.ac.uk/subjects

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #CovUniLibrary #CovUni
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November 5, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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R is for Renewals!

Any books you borrow will be automatically renewed 2 days before the due date unless:

🙋‍♀️ It has been RECALLED by another user.
💷 You have fines/a block on your account.
❌ Item is not renewable

For more info: libguides.coventry.ac.uk/c.php?g=7036...

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ
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November 4, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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Q is for Question!

Got a question about the library? 🤔

Check out our FAQs page: libanswers.coventry.ac.uk/lib

You can also contact staff at the Welcome Desk, via telephone and email. Contact details can be found on the FAQs page 🙋‍♀️📞📧

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #LibraryFAQs #CovUniLibrary #CovUni
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November 4, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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P is for Phone Zone!

Need to take a call whilst you're in the library?

Head to any stairwell and chat to your heart's content in the Phone Zone 📳

To ensure a studious environment is maintained, silent texting only is permitted in all study areas.

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #PhoneZone #CovUni
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November 4, 2025 at 11:33 AM
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O is for Open Research!

The Open Research & Scholarly Publications Team can provide guidance in best open research practice.

For more info: libguides.coventry.ac.uk/rsp

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #OpenResearch #LanchesterLibrary #CovUniLibrary #CovUni #CoventryUniversity
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November 4, 2025 at 11:29 AM
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📢 Calling all Masters & Research students!

Introducing our new #PostgraduateCollaborationSpace on Floor 3 of the library! 🤩

This space has been created to support #GroupWorking, in addition to the Postgrad Reading Room on the LG floor reserved for quiet study.

PG card is required to enter.
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November 4, 2025 at 11:20 AM
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N is for Noise!

Annoyed by noise whilst studying in the library? 🔊🗣️

Between 10:00-19:30 you can text the word 'noise' to 07557 425520 and the exact location of the disturbance, and staff will investigate.

You can also speak to staff at the Welcome Desk between 8:00-00:00.

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ
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October 16, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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M is for Maths & Stats Support!

Need help with mathematics or statistics?

Drop in and see the sigma team located on the ground floor of the library.

For more info and useful resources: libguides.coventry.ac.uk/sigma

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #sigma #Maths #Statistics #CovUniLibrary
#CovUni
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October 16, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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L is for Laptops!

You can borrow a laptop to use in the library for up to 8 hours, just ensure you reconnect the power cable upon return to ensure it is removed from your account 💻

For more info: libguides.coventry.ac.uk/usingthelibr...

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #CovUniLibrary #CovUni
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October 9, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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K is for Keep Calm and Study On!

Check out this guide for useful info about referencing, finding information and understanding assignment briefs.

Download your copy here: libguides.coventry.ac.uk/ld.php?conte...

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #KeepCalmAndStudyOn #StudyGuide #CovUniLibrary #CovUni
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October 8, 2025 at 11:08 AM
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J is for Just Read!

#JustRead is a library initiative to get students reading, it doesn't matter what it is, just as long as you read! 📚

Check out our guide for more info: libguides.coventry.ac.uk/JustRead

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #ReadingForPleasure #CovUniLibrary #CovUni #CoventryUniversity
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October 7, 2025 at 7:48 AM
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I is for Integrity!

Academic Integrity is important when it comes to research, referencing & writing assignments.

Check out our referencing guides: libguides.coventry.ac.uk/referencing

We also have a new Studying with AI guide: libguides.coventry.ac.uk/studyingwithai

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ
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October 3, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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H is for Help!

Need help whilst in the library?

Just speak to one of our friendly roving staff wearing 'Ask Us' t-shirts who can be found on Floor 1, 2 and the Ground Floor, as well as roving around the building ☺️

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ
#LibraryHelp
#LanchesterLibrary
#CovUniLibrary
#CovUni
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October 3, 2025 at 11:47 AM
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G is for Group Study Rooms!

Need a room to work together on a project?

Perhaps you need a quiet space to book individually for an online interview?

We have group rooms for both!

Book a room today here: libcal.coventry.ac.uk/reserve/grou...

#LanchesterLibraryAtoZ #GroupStudy
#CovUniLibrary
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October 2, 2025 at 1:45 PM