News @ UNB Libraries

On June 23, the default catalogue on UNB Libraries’ website switched to – UNB WorldCat.

The switch to UNB WorldCat offers our patrons the option of searching not only the holdings of UNB Libraries but also broaden searches to include other Canadian libraries and even further afield to libraries around the world. In addition, UNB WorldCat provides some access to selected articles that may be useful for your topic.

Another big plus, is that materials found via UNB WorldCat (and not available in UNB Libraries’ collection) can be ordered in through our Document Delivery link directly in the WorldCat interface.

What if I like the old QUEST catalogue and still what to use it?

No problem! Our QUEST catalogue isn’t going anywhere soon and patrons still have the option to toggle between the new UNB WorldCat and QUEST on the library website.

When should I use Quest and when should I use UNB WorldCat?

We’ve set up a page to give you the answers. Click here for the lowdown.

More Questions?

Have a look at our UNB WorldCat Video Quick Tip or try our FAQs page .  As always, our  staff at the Research Help Desk (Harriet Irving Library) or the service desks at Science, Engineering or the Ward Chipman Library are pleased to provide  assistance.

Feedback?

We’d like to have your feedback. Do you like the new UNB WorldCat? Do you prefer QUEST? Tell us what you think at worldcat@unb.ca.

Each summer, UNBF Libraries host an institute for all faculty members as a chance to review new resources, demonstrate services, manage technological change, and reconnect with faculty before the Fall term commences.

This year, we look forward to sharing with you new and innovative approaches to providing library services, many of which have been developed in response to feedback from students, faculty members, and other library users through the LibQual survey, focus groups, and other means.

The Institute will take place at the Harriet Irving Library, from 8:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 24, with a light lunch provided.

Please see the morning’s agenda, and a link to register, at: www.lib.unb.ca/instruction/facultyinstitute2010.html
Prior registration is required.

We hope to see you there!

Marc Bragdon & Joanne Smyth, Organizers
2010 UNBF Libraries’ Faculty Institute

Renovations are currently underway in the first floor central hallway and the central staircase of the Harriet Irving Library in Fredericton. Over the next week or so, there will be periods when these areas are closed to library visitors. Watch for signs to indicate alternate routes through the building where necessary! If you need assistance, please ask at any one of the HIL service desks.

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience these renovations may cause. Thank you for your patience.

The Harriet Irving Library at UNB contains a repository of Loyalist resources that is unique in Canada.

The Loyalist Collection is a special collection of microfilm of British, North American Colonial, and early Canadian primary sources from approx. 1760-1867. The chief focus being the American Revolution and the early period of Loyalist settlement in British North America.

Like to learn more? To access loyalist resources click //www.lib.unb.ca/collections/loyalist/ or, if you’re visiting the Harriet Irving Library, drop by the Microform Department on the 3rd floor for more assistance.

UNB Libraries invites students, faculty, staff, and on-campus guests to our Summer Cinema Series on Thursday evenings on the Fredericton Campus.

Our Film Librarian has dipped into our collection of quality films and selected the following eclectic mix for your viewing pleasure:

July 8 – Harold and Maude (Directed by Hal Ashby, 1971; 91 min)

July 15 – King Kong (Directed by Merian C. Cooper and Ernest B. Schoedsack, 1933; 104 min)

July 22 – The Cove (Directed by Louie Psihoyos, 2009; 92 min)

July 29 – La Moustache (Directed by Emmanuel Carrère, 2005; French with English subtitles; 87 min)

Viewings take place in our air-conditioned Milham Room (Room 100) in the Harriet Irving Library. Showtime is 7:00 PM. Admission is free.

Refreshments will be provided.

On June 23, the catalogue on our library website switched from Quest to UNB WorldCat.

UNB WorldCat offers you a number of new features over Quest. It gives you the option of searching not only the holdings of UNB Libraries but also broadening your searches to include other Canadian libraries and libraries around the world. All items owned by UNB Libraries are ranked first in your search results.

What about the Quest catalogue? It’s still available and only a click away.

Take UNB WorldCat for a test-drive today at //unb.worldcat.org/.