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Research Data Conversations returns on Thursday 4 December with Dr Samantha Pearman-Kanza. Join us online 2–3pm for insights on data stewardship, digital research practice and the future of the CaSDaR initiative.

Book your place now! https://ow.ly/a1xJ50XwR8p
November 24, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Unfortunately Main Library is currently without heating. Our Estates teams are working on getting it fixed and the building is still open, but it might feel a bit colder than usual. Sorry for any inconvenience this causes. Wrap up warm if you can! 🙂
November 17, 2025 at 12:17 PM
We're here to support you throughout the exam and assessment period. We are offering workshops, online resources and drop-in support to help you succeed. 💻https://www.library.manchester.ac.uk/training/exam-assessment-support/
November 17, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Enjoy enhanced access to a wide range of primary source materials on the British Online Archives platform. We’ve added 21 new collections to our holdings on the British Online Archives platform. Full details: https://subjects.library.manchester.ac.uk/history/databases/
November 17, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Teaching in Semester 2?

Update your taught course recommendations in Reading Lists Online as soon as possible. Remember always click ‘Submit changes to the Library'

https://www.library.manchester.ac.uk/services/teaching-services/reading-lists/preparing-course-materials
November 17, 2025 at 8:00 AM
We have recently added more digital archives to our collections to include a number of new collections exploring global challenges, humanitarian issues, cultural history, and scientific discovery. 🌍 💻 ow.ly/XVuU50X4oyW
October 13, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Managing and Sharing Research Data from Human Participants is a My Research Essentials workshop for researchers who work with personal data as part of their research - sign up for this interactive blended learning course now www.library.manchester.ac.uk/training/my-...
October 13, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Main Library re-opens, featuring new study spaces at Muriel Stott. Over the summer, the Library has made some exciting upgrades to Main Library - based on what you told us matters most.

Find out more about these changes: ow.ly/vCLa50WQYlp
September 16, 2025 at 7:03 AM
Apply now for the 2025–26 Open Research Fellowship. Supports up to five Fellows (0.2 FTE for seven months) to develop impactful projects and shape Open Research at Manchester. Open to colleagues up to Grade 7. Deadline: 24 Oct 2025. Info and apply: www.openresearch.manchester.ac.uk/communities/...
September 10, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Apply now for the 2025–26 Open Research Fellowship. Supports up to five Fellows (0.2 FTE for seven months) to develop impactful projects and shape Open Research at Manchester. Open to colleagues up to Grade 7. Deadline: 24 Oct 2025. Info and apply:
www.openresearch.manchester.ac.uk/communities/...
September 10, 2025 at 3:21 PM
📣Teaching Staff: teaching in Semester 1?

Update your taught course recommendations in Reading Lists Online as soon possible.

See our latest guidance on how to prepare your taught course materials for 2025/26 www.library.manchester.ac.uk/services/tea...
July 14, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Teaching staff @manchester.ac.uk 📣

See our latest guidance on how to prepare your taught course materials for 2025/26

www.library.manchester.ac.uk/services/tea...

#uom #readinglists #teaching
June 11, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Do you have old or unwanted textbooks that you no longer use?

You can donate them at Main Library so that we can make them available for other students through our Textbook Rescue programme!

Just ask at our customer service desk :)
May 19, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Open Research Conference 2025 is 9–10 June 2025 at Alliance MBS. Join us for talks, keynotes and collaboration on open research in the UK. Event is open to attendees from all institutions. Speakers include Stephen Curry and Giovanna Lima. www.manchester.ac.uk/openresearch
#ORC25 #OpenResearch
May 6, 2025 at 2:05 PM
In celebration of the John Rylands Library's 125th year, two new exhibits are opening on 15 May 2025 in the newly refurbished gallery spaces. See over 40 rare items from our collections and The Secret Public, exploring LGBTQ pop 1955–85. Find out more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/c...
May 6, 2025 at 9:57 AM
New Digital Reference Collection: Cambridge Histories Online. 📚 Know your history to help progress it! The Library now offers full access to Cambridge Histories Online – a key reference source for the humanities and social sciences. ow.ly/GRkM50Vxbg8
April 29, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Planning to head to the Library this weekend? The Manchester Marathon takes place this Sunday 27th April, with disruption expected across the weekend including road closures and noise in and around campus.

Find out more studentnews.manchester.ac.uk/2025/03/10/m...
April 22, 2025 at 8:58 AM
If you missed last week's Collections Encounter, don't worry as there's another chance today to learn about our Christian Brethren Archive with the curator.

Come along to the Map room in Purple Ground (Main Library) 10am - 11.30am!
April 17, 2025 at 8:11 AM
New workshop 'Copyright Essentials: Using other people's stuff' for all students, researchers, and staff. Workshop now available for booking, sign up today! tinyurl.com/4472vwnp ©💻📄
March 10, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Welcome to the official BlueSky account for The University of Manchester Library! 👋

Follow us for Library news and updates, information about our resources, Library services and more. 📚

@uomlibrary.bsky.social #HelloBlueSky
March 10, 2025 at 2:32 PM