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The Oxford English Dictionary (OED) records the development of the English language over the last 1500 years. It traces the evolution of over 600,000 words through 2.5 million quotations from a wide range of sources—from classic literature and specialist periodicals to film scripts, wills, and cookery books.

As a historical dictionary, the OED is an unrivalled guide to the meaning, history, usage, and pronunciation of English words, both past and present. It records new words and the changing usage of existing words.

Key Features of OED Online:

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♦    Search for the first recorded use of words

♦    Find etymologies, variant spellings, different pronunciations, and quotations

♦    Find a term when you know the meaning but have forgotten the word

♦    Search for quotations from a specified year, a particular author, and/or work

♦    Search for words that have come into English via a particular language

Check out more Reference Materials in UNB Libraries’ collection!

For more help, visit or call the HIL Research Help Desk (453-3546), email askus@unb.ca, or Ask Us at: //www.lib.unb.ca/help/ask.php.

Course instructors are invited to use the new course reserve system developed and recently launched by the Libraries.  Our new system offers many enhancements, including the ability to organize readings by week, linking to online readings, and the ability for students to log in and access their reserve readings for all courses in which they are enrolled.

Please submit your reading lists as soon as possible for courses to be offered next term.  We will endeavour to clear any items which require copyright clearance, but encourage instructors to provide as much lead time as possible.

Further information can be found on Manage Course Reserves.

UNBF Libraries and the Department of Culture and Language Studies invite students, staff, faculty and the community to their German Contemporary Cinema Series to be held on Monday evenings.

The screenings will take place in the Milham Room (Room 100) in the Harriet Irving Library Learning Commons.

Showtime is 5:30 pm.  Admission is free.

The schedule is as follows:

Sept. 26- Kebab Connection (2005), directed by Anno Saul, German with English Subtitles

Oct. 3- The Lives of Others (2005), directed by Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck, German with English Subtitles

Oct. 24- Fear Eats the Soul (1973), directed by R.W. Fassbinder, German with English Subtitles

Nov. 7 – Alice in the Cities (1974), directed by Wim Wenders, German with English Subtitles

Nov. 21 – Enlightenment Guaranteed (2001), directed by Doris Dörrie, German with English Subtitles

go.unb.ca/studentsucccess

UNB’s Student Affairs and Services has partnered with UNB Libraries to offer free, one-hour walk-in workshops that can make your studies and your life a lot easier.

If you’re struggling to keep up, don’t put off getting the support you need.  Browse through the list of workshops (there’s even one for procrastination!).

We offer a new workshop twice each week during the fall and winter terms, at the same convenient location;

• Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm OR Thursdays 11:45am-12:45pm
• Harriet Irving Library, Milham Room (Rm 100)

Choose the time that’s convenient for you.  Bring a friend, grab a coffee, and learn the secrets of student success!

Workshops: Fall 2011

Goal-Setting, Motivation, and Procrastination

Having trouble focusing on your studies, establishing priorities, and getting things done?  Learn how to set realistic goals, why rewarding yourself works, and how to beat procrastination.

• Tues., Sept. 20 @ 6:30 pm OR Thurs., Sept. 22 @ 11:45 am

5 Make-or-Break Relationships You Need to Understand

Friends, family, professors, roommates, and partners – they may be difficult, but they’re key.  This workshop will help you deal effectively and get the most from your relationships.

• Tues., Sept. 27 @ 6:30 pm OR Thurs., Sept. 29 @ 11:45 am

Time Management and Problem Solving

Things piling up? Learn the simple skills of time management – focus on productivity, control distractions, and enjoy more quality time.

• Tues., Oct. 4 @ 6:30 pm OR Thurs., Oct. 6 @ 11:45 am

Research for Real: Library Layout

Find the best study spaces and rooms for groupwork; the Research Help Desk and the librarian; scanners and printers, computers and copiers.  Learn to locate books and journals in print and online.

• Tues., Oct. 11 @ 6:30 pm OR Thurs., Oct. 13 @ 11:45 am

Improving Your Reading Speed and Recall

Readings and more readings.  You can’t get away from them at UNB.  But we can show you how to improve your recall and read rapidly for great results.

• Tues., Oct. 18 @ 6:30 pm OR Thurs., Oct. 20 @ 11:45 am

Taking Notes from Texts and Lectures

So many notes, so little time!  Learn these effective reading and note taking techniques to help you stay on top of your coursework.

• Tues., Oct. 25 @ 6:30 pm OR Thurs., Oct. 27 @ 11:45 am

Managing Stress–Make it Work for You

No one escapes it.  But anyone can learn to manage it.  Learn stress reduction and relaxation techniques to make you more effective and productive.

• Tues., Nov. 1 @ 6:30 pm OR Thurs., Nov. 3 @ 11:45 am

Research Sources You Can Trust

You’re trying to research a topic. You’ve got books, the web, journals, an encyclopedia. It’s starting to feel like a juggling act, but doesn’t have to. Learn how to use research sources logically, by finding and using the right one at the right time.

• Tues., Nov. 8 @ 6:30 pm OR Thurs. Nov. 10 @ 11:45 am

Mastering Test Taking and Conquering Anxiety

You studied.  You knew it.  You panicked.  You blew it.  it happens. But it doesn’t have to happen to you.  Learn how to tackle a test in a systematic way, overcome anxiety, and even predict exam questions!

• Tues., Nov. 15 @ 6:30 pm OR Thurs., Nov. 17 @ 11:45 am

The Spanish Embassy and the UNB Dept. of Culture & Language Studies, supported by UNBF Libraries, present the award-winning Spanish film, “Camino”, winner of an impressive 6 Goya awards in 2008 (equivalent to the Oscars in Spain).

This free public screening will be held on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011 at 7:00 pm at the Milham Room (Rm. #100), Harriet Irving Learning Commons, UNBF Campus (free parking).

Made in 2008, “Camino” is a controversial film directed by Javier Fesser and based on the true story of Alexia Gonzàlez-Barros, a girl who died from spinal cancer at fourteen and is currently in process of canonization. This film directly accuses the Opus Dei organization of exploiting the illness of a young girl.  Critics say the film “intertwines melodrama, horror and animation in outrageous new ways to enrich us with what is one of the most powerful Spanish films of the decade.”  Please note, this film is 138 min. in length.

The film is presented in Spanish with English subtitles and will be briefly introduced by Dr. Jasmina Terzioska (St. Thomas University).  All are welcome.

Trailer: //youtu.be/AN4n8srpRYE

Our Libraries will be open on Friday, November 11, please see listings below for operating hours at each location:

HARRIET IRVING LIBRARY              1:00 pm – 10:00 pm
SCIENCE & FORESTRY LIBRARY     1:00 pm –    9:00 pm
ENGINEERING LIBRARY –                 1:00 pm –    8:00 pm

For a complete listing of hours please click the following link:
//www.lib.unb.ca/about/hours.php?loc=all