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Upcoming Training and events
Improving your experience accessing online resources
Wed, 07/06/2023 - 12:00
If you experience difficulties in reading some full text formats this session will show you how to make adjustments to improve accessibility.
The why and how of referencing
Mon, 12/06/2023 - 19:30
Learn why referencing is important, how to construct references and where to go for help and support.
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Librarians receive fellowship recognition
Monday, 5 June, 2023 - 12:11
Two of our Learning and Teaching Librarians have been successful in their fellowship submissions to Applaud.
Campus artwork displayed in Milton Keynes Gallery
Monday, 5 June, 2023 - 12:01
The University Archive Team has been working with MK Gallery to arrange a temporary loan of three of our artworks for a new exhibition.
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