Due to the adverse weather conditions, all Bodleian Libraries will be closing at 5pm from today until 23rd December.
The Rewley House Continuing Education Library was scheduled to close at 5pm anyway, so no change for us. However, please note that we will be closing for Christmas break at 3pm on Wednesday 22nd - again, this is our planned closure - re-opening on 4th January.
If weather conditions deteriorate, the above information may change. For information on all Bodleian Libraries see http://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/home
Monday, 20 December 2010
Tuesday, 30 November 2010
Christmas vacation hours & loan arrangements
Last weekend opening of term: Saturday/Sunday 4th/5th December
Last evening opening of term: Thursday 9th December
Friday 9th -Wednesday 22nd December:
Monday-Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (closing 3.00pm on 22nd)
Saturday & Sunday CLOSED
Reading Room open during Departmental opening hours as usual
Christmas/New Year closure
The Library will close at 3.00pm on Wednesday 22nd December and reopen at 9.00am on Tuesday 4th January.
The Reading room will also be closed during this period
Tuesday 4th - Friday 7th January
9.00am - 5.00pm
Reading Room open during Departmental opening hours as usual
Normal term time hours resume on Saturday 8th January
Book loan arrangements
Books borrowed/renewed during week beginning Monday 6th December will be due back during week beginning Monday 10th January.
We wish you all a very happy festive season!
Last evening opening of term: Thursday 9th December
Friday 9th -Wednesday 22nd December:
Monday-Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm (closing 3.00pm on 22nd)
Saturday & Sunday CLOSED
Reading Room open during Departmental opening hours as usual
Christmas/New Year closure
The Library will close at 3.00pm on Wednesday 22nd December and reopen at 9.00am on Tuesday 4th January.
The Reading room will also be closed during this period
Tuesday 4th - Friday 7th January
9.00am - 5.00pm
Reading Room open during Departmental opening hours as usual
Normal term time hours resume on Saturday 8th January
Book loan arrangements
Books borrowed/renewed during week beginning Monday 6th December will be due back during week beginning Monday 10th January.
We wish you all a very happy festive season!
Annual Report 2009-10
The 2009-10 Annual Report for the Rewley House Continuing Education Library is now available on the Library website.
Monday, 22 November 2010
New Official papers Reading Room open
The new Bodleian Libraries Official Papers Reading Room is now open in the Bodleian Law Library.
The Official Papers collection in the Bodleian Library consists of a comprehensive set of British parliamentary papers from 1801 to the present, as well as earlier records of the proceedings of parliament and non-parliamentary papers. Government papers of Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the republic of Ireland are also held. The publications of international organisations, notably the United Nations, GATT, WTO, OAS, ILO, ICAO, the Council of Europe and several other international bodies form the rest of this extensive collection. The Bodleian Law Library holds the official European Documentation Centre, as well as UK Statutes, Parliamentary Records (‘Hansard’) and UN material.
You can find more information about the Official papers collection on the Bodleian Libraries website. Online LibGuides to Official Papers related to specific subjects are also available.
The Official Papers collection in the Bodleian Library consists of a comprehensive set of British parliamentary papers from 1801 to the present, as well as earlier records of the proceedings of parliament and non-parliamentary papers. Government papers of Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the republic of Ireland are also held. The publications of international organisations, notably the United Nations, GATT, WTO, OAS, ILO, ICAO, the Council of Europe and several other international bodies form the rest of this extensive collection. The Bodleian Law Library holds the official European Documentation Centre, as well as UK Statutes, Parliamentary Records (‘Hansard’) and UN material.
You can find more information about the Official papers collection on the Bodleian Libraries website. Online LibGuides to Official Papers related to specific subjects are also available.
Monday, 25 October 2010
New Journal: Historic Environment: Policy & Practice
The Rewley House Continuing Education Library has a subscription to this new journal.
The Historic Environment: Policy & Practice is a journal for all those that investigate, conserve and manage the historic environment.
The journal forms essential reading for all archaeological practitioners, and those involved in building conservation - contractors, consultants, curators, researchers, students and fieldworkers - both professional and voluntary. The journal cuts across organisational divisions to identify themes which are of concern and interest to all practitioners.
The print run is held in the Library. The journal is also available online via Oxford e-Journals and will also be findable on SOLO within the next fortnight
The Historic Environment: Policy & Practice is a journal for all those that investigate, conserve and manage the historic environment.
The journal forms essential reading for all archaeological practitioners, and those involved in building conservation - contractors, consultants, curators, researchers, students and fieldworkers - both professional and voluntary. The journal cuts across organisational divisions to identify themes which are of concern and interest to all practitioners.
The print run is held in the Library. The journal is also available online via Oxford e-Journals and will also be findable on SOLO within the next fortnight
History Graduate Information Fair: 27th October
The History Information Fair for graduates will be held next Wednesday afternoon (27th October, 2-4pm) in the North Writing School at Exam Schools.
This fair is conceived as a gateway to the University's information resources. Medieval, modern, British, European, African, Commonwealth and US history will all be addressed. Library and other professionals will have stalls where they will demonstrate and talk to you about what they have to offer. The British Library will also be represented.
There will be associated talks throughout the afternoon and information about further training you can attend.
It's really worth coming along to get advice and pointers on library resources and how to manage your research.
This fair is conceived as a gateway to the University's information resources. Medieval, modern, British, European, African, Commonwealth and US history will all be addressed. Library and other professionals will have stalls where they will demonstrate and talk to you about what they have to offer. The British Library will also be represented.
There will be associated talks throughout the afternoon and information about further training you can attend.
It's really worth coming along to get advice and pointers on library resources and how to manage your research.
Monday, 27 September 2010
Term time hours resumed
Term time hours have now resumed at the Rewley House Continuing Education Library:
Monday-Thursday 9.00am - 8.30pm
Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Saturday 9.30am - 5.30pm
Sunday 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Monday-Thursday 9.00am - 8.30pm
Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm
Saturday 9.30am - 5.30pm
Sunday 1.00pm - 4.00pm
Monday, 6 September 2010
Noise/disruption in the Library week beginning 6th September
There will be some disruption, and noise including drilling, from time to time during this week in the Library and reading room. This is due to essential work to replace the fire alarm system.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Tuesday, 17 August 2010
Library closed 21st-30th August
A reminder that the Rewley House Continuing Education Library will be closed from 21st - 30th August inclusive.
The Reading Room will remain open as usual and books can be returned to the secure returns box in the Reading Room. Phone messages and email will be monitored during the closed period.
The Reading Room will remain open as usual and books can be returned to the secure returns box in the Reading Room. Phone messages and email will be monitored during the closed period.
Monday, 9 August 2010
Print, Copy & Scan - now Live!
NOW LIVE!
From 9 August 2010, Bodleian Libraries are introducing a new system for photocopying, printing and scanning. Readers will have access to a range of new services across all libraries:
Scanning
- Colour copies
- A3 printing
- Self-service online accounts
- Discounted double-sided
- Printing from laptops
To use the new system, you will need to set up an online account at https://bodleian.pcounterwebpay.com/, to which you can add credit using a credit or debit card. When you first come to use the photocopier, your University/Bodleian Libraries card can be linked to this account. Once linked, you will just need to swipe your card to pick up print jobs and access copying and scanning. If you have a Rewley House Continuing Education Library card without a magnetic strip, please ask Library staff.
For more information on prices, and for guides to the new system, please see http://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/services/copy
What will happen to credit on my existing photocopy card?
If you use other libraries, you may have one of the existing copy cards with credit remaining. Once you have set up an account, library staff can transfer credit from the old system to your new account. Simply set up an account and present your old card to library staff in any of the libraries that used the old card system, eg Bodleian, Sackler, History Faculty, English Faculty etc. They will need your PCAS username to complete the transaction. Please note that Rewley House Continuing Education Library staff will be unable to do this.
Tuesday, 27 July 2010
Print, copy and scan: new services and procedures
Advance news of changes to copying and printing
From 9 August 2010, Bodleian Libraries are introducing a new system for photocopying, printing and scanning. Readers will have access to a range of new services across all libraries: scanning, colour copies, self-service online accounts, discounted double-sided, and print jobs that can be collected from any photocopier in any Bodleian Library.
To use the new system, you will need to set up an online account, to which you can add credit using a credit or debit card. When you first come to use the photocopier, your University/Bodleian Libraries card can be linked to this account. Once linked, you will just need to swipe your card to pick up print jobs and access copying and scanning. If you have a Rewley House Continuing Education Library card without a magnetic strip, please ask Library staff.
To use the new system, you will need to set up an online account, to which you can add credit using a credit or debit card. When you first come to use the photocopier, your University/Bodleian Libraries card can be linked to this account. Once linked, you will just need to swipe your card to pick up print jobs and access copying and scanning. If you have a Rewley House Continuing Education Library card without a magnetic strip, please ask Library staff.
You will be able to set up your account from 9th August, and instructions on how to do so will be available then.
What will happen to credit on my existing photocopy card?
If you use other libraries, you may have one of the existing copy cards with credit remaining. Once you have set up an account, library staff can transfer credit from the old system to your new account. Simply set up an account and present your old card to library staff in any of the libraries that used the old card system, eg Bodleian, Sackler, History Faculty, English Faculty etc. They will need your PCAS username to complete the transaction. Please note that Rewley House Continuing Education Library staff will be unable to do this.
For more information, go to http://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/services/copy .
What will happen to credit on my existing photocopy card?
If you use other libraries, you may have one of the existing copy cards with credit remaining. Once you have set up an account, library staff can transfer credit from the old system to your new account. Simply set up an account and present your old card to library staff in any of the libraries that used the old card system, eg Bodleian, Sackler, History Faculty, English Faculty etc. They will need your PCAS username to complete the transaction. Please note that Rewley House Continuing Education Library staff will be unable to do this.
For more information, go to http://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/services/copy .
Monday, 19 July 2010
Recent additions to the Library
A list of all additions to the Library, whether purchased or donated, for June 2010 is now available on the Library website.
The list also includes new electronic resources purchased by Bodleian Libraries and significant content additions to existing electronic resources
The list also includes new electronic resources purchased by Bodleian Libraries and significant content additions to existing electronic resources
Tuesday, 29 June 2010
Vacation opening hours
The Rewley House Continuing Education Library is now operating vacation opening hours:
Monday - Friday 9.00 - 17.00
During the OUSSA period, Saturday 10th July - Friday 6th August, the Library will be open:
Monday - Thursday 9.00 - 17.30
Friday 9.00 - 17.00
Saturday & Sunday 14.00 - 17.00
The Library will be closed from Saturday 21st August - Monday 30th August inclusive
The Reading Room will be available nornal hours throughout the summer including the closed period.
Term time hours resume on Saturday 25th September
Full details of opening hours and term dates can be found on the Library website
Monday - Friday 9.00 - 17.00
During the OUSSA period, Saturday 10th July - Friday 6th August, the Library will be open:
Monday - Thursday 9.00 - 17.30
Friday 9.00 - 17.00
Saturday & Sunday 14.00 - 17.00
The Library will be closed from Saturday 21st August - Monday 30th August inclusive
The Reading Room will be available nornal hours throughout the summer including the closed period.
Term time hours resume on Saturday 25th September
Full details of opening hours and term dates can be found on the Library website
Monday, 28 June 2010
New E-resource for Historians
Mass Observation Online
An incredibly useful source for the study of everyday lives of ordinary people in Britain, Mass Observation Online provides online access to material from the archive. It includes the entire File Report sequence 1937-1972, access to all of the Day Surveys, Directives and Diaries, 1937-1942, early Mass Observation Publications and selected Topic Collection. Thirteen previously unpublished Topic Collections cover: Famous Persons; Household Budgeting; Juvenile Delinquency; Korea; Peace & the Public; Radio Listening; World Outlook; Film; Reading Habits; Dreams; Religion; Victory Celebrations; Capital Punishment.
The resource also includes interactive maps, photographs, bibliographic resources and essays on various aspects of Mass Observation.
Available via OxLIP+
An incredibly useful source for the study of everyday lives of ordinary people in Britain, Mass Observation Online provides online access to material from the archive. It includes the entire File Report sequence 1937-1972, access to all of the Day Surveys, Directives and Diaries, 1937-1942, early Mass Observation Publications and selected Topic Collection. Thirteen previously unpublished Topic Collections cover: Famous Persons; Household Budgeting; Juvenile Delinquency; Korea; Peace & the Public; Radio Listening; World Outlook; Film; Reading Habits; Dreams; Religion; Victory Celebrations; Capital Punishment.
The resource also includes interactive maps, photographs, bibliographic resources and essays on various aspects of Mass Observation.
Available via OxLIP+
Wednesday, 9 June 2010
New resource for Medievalists
Medieval Family Life
A resource which gives access to collection of family papers from late medieval England. The Paston, Celys, Stonor, Plumpton and Armburgh Papers are Britain's first surviving records of private correspondence, describing everyday life in East Anglia during the Wars of the Roses and the Black Death. Additionally there four other valuable collections relating to medieval families in Essex, Oxfordshire, Yorkshire and Warwickshire, c1400-1490. A resource which gives access to collection of family papers from late medieval England.
This resource is on trial until 23rd June. To access it, go to OxLIP+ and you will see it in the 'New Resources and Trials' box. Single Sign On required for remote access.
Please send feedback to Isabel Holowaty, email link on OxLIP+
A resource which gives access to collection of family papers from late medieval England. The Paston, Celys, Stonor, Plumpton and Armburgh Papers are Britain's first surviving records of private correspondence, describing everyday life in East Anglia during the Wars of the Roses and the Black Death. Additionally there four other valuable collections relating to medieval families in Essex, Oxfordshire, Yorkshire and Warwickshire, c1400-1490. A resource which gives access to collection of family papers from late medieval England.
This resource is on trial until 23rd June. To access it, go to OxLIP+ and you will see it in the 'New Resources and Trials' box. Single Sign On required for remote access.
Please send feedback to Isabel Holowaty, email link on OxLIP+
Thursday, 13 May 2010
Change to wireless services
OULS-reader wireless access is now available in the Reading Room in addition to OWL and Eduroam. OULS-Reader is the system used in other Bodleian Libraries.
To access OULS-Reader, you need the barcode number on your University card or Rewley House Continuing Education Library card, and the associated password. This is the same password that is used to access your record on OLIS, renew books, place stack requests and log in to PCs in the Library. If you are unsure of your password, please ask at the Library desk.
OULS-Reader does not require the use of any other passwords or software and is therefore available to anyone with a current University card or membership of the Rewley House Continuing Education Library, this includes students on weekly classes and summer school students. The Bodleian Libraries website has more information about OULS-Reader.
Please note:
To access OULS-Reader, you need the barcode number on your University card or Rewley House Continuing Education Library card, and the associated password. This is the same password that is used to access your record on OLIS, renew books, place stack requests and log in to PCs in the Library. If you are unsure of your password, please ask at the Library desk.
OULS-Reader does not require the use of any other passwords or software and is therefore available to anyone with a current University card or membership of the Rewley House Continuing Education Library, this includes students on weekly classes and summer school students. The Bodleian Libraries website has more information about OULS-Reader.
Please note:
- OULS-Reader is only available in the vicinity of the Reading Room. OWL and Eduroam are available in other areas of rewley House, and also at Ewert House
- If you currently use OWL or Eduroam, you can continue to do so, although you may find OULS-Reader more straightforward.
Thursday, 29 April 2010
Film lists - new on the Library website
Lists of the video/DVD film collection held by the Rewley House Continuing Education Library are now available on the Library website. Previously the lists were only available in print in the Library.
The collection has been developed over mamy years, so we have more videos than DVDs. Some films are recorded from TV under the Educational Recording Agency (ERA) licensing scheme and therefore may be of inferior quality.
Four lists are available:
The collection has been developed over mamy years, so we have more videos than DVDs. Some films are recorded from TV under the Educational Recording Agency (ERA) licensing scheme and therefore may be of inferior quality.
Four lists are available:
- Films by Title
- Films by Director
- Subset of Title list showing DVDs only
- Subset of Director list showing DVDs only
The first two lists indicate whether each recording is video or DVD, and ERA or commercial.
Films may be borrowed by staff and students of the Department for Continuing Education, and by other students studying film courses or options.
The website also has a list of documentary videos and DVDs, and drama productions and serialisations (mainly BBC)
Monday, 26 April 2010
New website for Local Historians
Oxfordshire History
You may be interested in the following free website which was launched this week and is hosted by the History Faculty: Oxfordshire History (http://oxfordshirehistory.modhist.ox.ac.uk/).
This site is a guide and reference source for researchers and potential researchers into Oxfordshire’s history, archaeology, landscape and buildings. It aims to provide concise support and guidance on use of the mass of published accounts and raw materials concerning Oxfordshire’s past. The site offers an historical framework and sequences of information and ideas, from which selected links, downloadable texts, and suggested reading, contacts and activities are designed to enable users to go on to further and more detailed investigations of their choice.
The site has been planned as a successor to ‘Oxfordshire: a handbook for students of local history’, edited by Molly Barratt and David Vaisey (1973). (Available in the Rewley House Continuing Education Library)
The website adds emphasis on archaeology, buildings and landscape is intended to widen and integrate the approach to Oxfordshire history. Listings of contacts, organisations, projects, events and publications will be regularly updated, and new content can be developed. Coverage refers to the present-day county of Oxfordshire, i.e. the historic county established c. 1007 plus the Vale of White Horse, transferred from Berkshire in the local government re-organisations of 1974.
It is listed on OxLIP+ under History > Local history and on the Rewley House Continuing Education Library website
You may be interested in the following free website which was launched this week and is hosted by the History Faculty: Oxfordshire History (http://oxfordshirehistory.modhist.ox.ac.uk/).
This site is a guide and reference source for researchers and potential researchers into Oxfordshire’s history, archaeology, landscape and buildings. It aims to provide concise support and guidance on use of the mass of published accounts and raw materials concerning Oxfordshire’s past. The site offers an historical framework and sequences of information and ideas, from which selected links, downloadable texts, and suggested reading, contacts and activities are designed to enable users to go on to further and more detailed investigations of their choice.
The site has been planned as a successor to ‘Oxfordshire: a handbook for students of local history’, edited by Molly Barratt and David Vaisey (1973). (Available in the Rewley House Continuing Education Library)
The website adds emphasis on archaeology, buildings and landscape is intended to widen and integrate the approach to Oxfordshire history. Listings of contacts, organisations, projects, events and publications will be regularly updated, and new content can be developed. Coverage refers to the present-day county of Oxfordshire, i.e. the historic county established c. 1007 plus the Vale of White Horse, transferred from Berkshire in the local government re-organisations of 1974.
It is listed on OxLIP+ under History > Local history and on the Rewley House Continuing Education Library website
New resources: Illustrated London News
Oxford University users now have access to the Illustrated London News Historical Archive 1842-2003.
This resource provides researchers with access to 150 years of British social history, fashion, theatre, media, literature, advertising, graphic design and politics, as well as those interested in genealogy. With its debut in 14 May 1842, the ILN became the world’s first fully illustrated weekly newspaper, marking a revolution in journalism and news reporting. The publication presented a vivid picture of British and world events – including news of war, disaster, ceremonies, the arts and science – with coverage in the first issue ranging from the Great Fire of Hamburg to Queen Victoria’s fancy dress ball at Buckingham Palace.
Each page has been digitally reproduced in full colour and every article and caption is full-text searchable with hit-term highlighting and links to corresponding illustrations. Facsimiles of articles and illustrations can be viewed, printed and saved either individually or in the context of the page in which they appear. Wherever possible, Special Numbers covering special events such as coronations or royal funerals have been included.
The popularity of the ILN attracted great artists and draughtsmen to cover wars, royal events, scientific invention, and exploration. In 1855 it launched the world’s first colour supplement. Over the years the publication played host to many distinguished writers.
Access is via OxLIP+. Use SSO for remote access.
A demonstration of the ILN will take place on Thurs. 29 April, 12:30-13:30, Lecture Theatre, History Faculty, George Street. Simply turn up. All are welcome!
This resource provides researchers with access to 150 years of British social history, fashion, theatre, media, literature, advertising, graphic design and politics, as well as those interested in genealogy. With its debut in 14 May 1842, the ILN became the world’s first fully illustrated weekly newspaper, marking a revolution in journalism and news reporting. The publication presented a vivid picture of British and world events – including news of war, disaster, ceremonies, the arts and science – with coverage in the first issue ranging from the Great Fire of Hamburg to Queen Victoria’s fancy dress ball at Buckingham Palace.
Each page has been digitally reproduced in full colour and every article and caption is full-text searchable with hit-term highlighting and links to corresponding illustrations. Facsimiles of articles and illustrations can be viewed, printed and saved either individually or in the context of the page in which they appear. Wherever possible, Special Numbers covering special events such as coronations or royal funerals have been included.
The popularity of the ILN attracted great artists and draughtsmen to cover wars, royal events, scientific invention, and exploration. In 1855 it launched the world’s first colour supplement. Over the years the publication played host to many distinguished writers.
Access is via OxLIP+. Use SSO for remote access.
A demonstration of the ILN will take place on Thurs. 29 April, 12:30-13:30, Lecture Theatre, History Faculty, George Street. Simply turn up. All are welcome!
May Bank Holidays
The Rewley House Continuing Education Library will be closed on the two Bank Holidays in May:
Monday 3rd May
Monday 31st May
Full details of Library opening hours and term dates can be found on the Library website
Monday 3rd May
Monday 31st May
Full details of Library opening hours and term dates can be found on the Library website
Tuesday, 30 March 2010
New - Help Centre on the Library website
The Rewley House Continuing Education Library website has a new Help Centre area to answer your questions about using library services and resources. Links are provided as appropriate to other parts of the website and also to guides and tutorials provided by other Bodleian Libraries
The Help Centre is still under development. New topics will be added as well as more online demonstrations and tutorials.
We welcome your feedback on this new facility. You can post a comment on the blog or email us at library@conted.ox.ac.uk
The Help Centre is still under development. New topics will be added as well as more online demonstrations and tutorials.
We welcome your feedback on this new facility. You can post a comment on the blog or email us at library@conted.ox.ac.uk
Thursday, 25 March 2010
Changes to Library PCs
From 29th March you will need to log in to use PCs in the Library
Why?
PCs will be upgarded with new applications and you will be able to save files to the desktop. The change is also required to comply with University IT regulations
How do I log in?
You log on using the barcode number on your University/Library card and the password you use for accessing your record on OLIS, to reserve or renew books, or making stack requests.
If you have a card with your photo, the password is usually your date of birth in the format 25mar2010 - you may have changed this.
If you have a Continuing Education Library card (no photo) your password will be the same as the barcode unless you have changed it. If it is the same as the barcode, it will need resetting, please ask staff.
I'm in a hurry!
We have one Sun Ray (networked terminal) which does not require you to log in
How can I find out more?
See the Reader FAQ guide, also available in the Library
How do I change my password?
See the Resetting your password guide, also available in the Library
Why?
PCs will be upgarded with new applications and you will be able to save files to the desktop. The change is also required to comply with University IT regulations
How do I log in?
You log on using the barcode number on your University/Library card and the password you use for accessing your record on OLIS, to reserve or renew books, or making stack requests.
If you have a card with your photo, the password is usually your date of birth in the format 25mar2010 - you may have changed this.
If you have a Continuing Education Library card (no photo) your password will be the same as the barcode unless you have changed it. If it is the same as the barcode, it will need resetting, please ask staff.
I'm in a hurry!
We have one Sun Ray (networked terminal) which does not require you to log in
How can I find out more?
See the Reader FAQ guide, also available in the Library
How do I change my password?
See the Resetting your password guide, also available in the Library
Monday, 15 March 2010
Easter vacation hours
Last weekend opening of Hilary Term: Sat 20th/Sun 21st March
From Monday 29th March the Library will be open Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
The Library will be CLOSED for Easter from Fri 2nd April - Mon 5th April, inclusive
Trinity Term opening hours resume on Sat 10th April
Full details of opening hours and term dates are available on the Library website
From Monday 29th March the Library will be open Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
The Library will be CLOSED for Easter from Fri 2nd April - Mon 5th April, inclusive
Trinity Term opening hours resume on Sat 10th April
Full details of opening hours and term dates are available on the Library website
Tuesday, 2 March 2010
Library name changes
Today, on Sir Thomas Bodley’s 465th birthday, Oxford University Library Services has been renamed the Bodleian Libraries. The central Bodleian will continue to be known as the Bodleian Library, and the collective name for the libraries comprising the integrated library service will be the Bodleian Libraries. The main Libraries website has changed to http://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/
Many of libraries are also changing their names. The Continuing Education Library becomes Rewley House Continuing Education Library. One practical implication of the change is that if you are used to limiting your search on SOLO to Continuing Education Library, you will have to scroll further down the list to select Rewley House Continuing Education Library (On the SOLO screen, click ‘All libraries/collections’ and select the library of your choice to restrict search results to holdings in that library)
Many of libraries are also changing their names. The Continuing Education Library becomes Rewley House Continuing Education Library. One practical implication of the change is that if you are used to limiting your search on SOLO to Continuing Education Library, you will have to scroll further down the list to select Rewley House Continuing Education Library (On the SOLO screen, click ‘All libraries/collections’ and select the library of your choice to restrict search results to holdings in that library)
Monday, 15 February 2010
Changes to Library PCs
Do you have a University card?
If so, do you use other Oxford University libraries in addition to the Continuing Education Library?
If the answer is Yes, you need to be aware that over the next few weeks changes will be ataking place that require you to log into library PCs. Please note that this will not come into immediate effect in the Continuing Education Library. However it is expected that it will do so in the near future and we will inform you prior to the change.
Why this change?
Library PCs will provide access to new and updated software.
In addition, Oxford University libraries are being asked to comply with University IT regulations. These require that a reader can be identified, if necessary, when IT regulations have been broken, copyright infringed, or malware introduced.
Most libraries will have one or more 'Sun Ray' terminals where you can check SOLO or OxLIP+ without having to log in.
What do I need to do?
When you go into a library and use a PC you will be asked to authenticate yourself by logging in using a username and password.
This is the same username and password that you use to access your library borrowing record or place a stack request. These are sometimes referred to as your OLIS patron barcode and password.
What is my password?
The default password is your date of birth in the format 02dec1976
So an example login would be:
Username: 2715221 - the number above the barcode on your University card
Password: 02dec1976
Since receiving your card you may have already chosen to change your password to something of your own choice. If so, then you simply continue to use this password to login to Library PCs.
I changed my password to be the same as my barcode. Is that still ok?
No. If your password is currently set to be your barcode you will need to change your password. Acceptable passwords are either your date of birth or another password of your own choice but not a repeat of your barcode. This is a change from previous practice.
I can’t remember my password!
If your password doesn’t work, or you changed your password in the past but can no longer recall it, simply contact a member of library staff who will be able to reset it for you.
Need help changing your password?
You can change your password yourself or you can ask a member of library staff to change it for you. Instructions are available. Pick up a leaflet in the library, see the online guide Resetting your password or ask library staff who will be happy to help.
If so, do you use other Oxford University libraries in addition to the Continuing Education Library?
If the answer is Yes, you need to be aware that over the next few weeks changes will be ataking place that require you to log into library PCs. Please note that this will not come into immediate effect in the Continuing Education Library. However it is expected that it will do so in the near future and we will inform you prior to the change.
Why this change?
Library PCs will provide access to new and updated software.
In addition, Oxford University libraries are being asked to comply with University IT regulations. These require that a reader can be identified, if necessary, when IT regulations have been broken, copyright infringed, or malware introduced.
Most libraries will have one or more 'Sun Ray' terminals where you can check SOLO or OxLIP+ without having to log in.
What do I need to do?
When you go into a library and use a PC you will be asked to authenticate yourself by logging in using a username and password.
This is the same username and password that you use to access your library borrowing record or place a stack request. These are sometimes referred to as your OLIS patron barcode and password.
What is my password?
The default password is your date of birth in the format 02dec1976
So an example login would be:
Username: 2715221 - the number above the barcode on your University card
Password: 02dec1976
Since receiving your card you may have already chosen to change your password to something of your own choice. If so, then you simply continue to use this password to login to Library PCs.
I changed my password to be the same as my barcode. Is that still ok?
No. If your password is currently set to be your barcode you will need to change your password. Acceptable passwords are either your date of birth or another password of your own choice but not a repeat of your barcode. This is a change from previous practice.
I can’t remember my password!
If your password doesn’t work, or you changed your password in the past but can no longer recall it, simply contact a member of library staff who will be able to reset it for you.
Need help changing your password?
You can change your password yourself or you can ask a member of library staff to change it for you. Instructions are available. Pick up a leaflet in the library, see the online guide Resetting your password or ask library staff who will be happy to help.
Tuesday, 9 February 2010
Recent additions to the Library
A list of all additions to the Library, whether purchased or donated, for January 2010 is now available on the Library website
The list also includes new electronic resources purchased by OULS and significant content additions to existing electronic resources
The list also includes new electronic resources purchased by OULS and significant content additions to existing electronic resources
Wednesday, 13 January 2010
Library closing at 7pm 13th January
Due to the adverse weather and transport conditions, the Continuing Education Library will be closing at 7pm today, Wednesday 13th January, in line with other Oxford University libraries.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused
We apologise for any inconvenience caused
Thursday, 7 January 2010
Cambridge Histories Online - access restored
The access problem experienced earlier this week has now been resolved
Wednesday, 6 January 2010
Library closing at 3pm 6th January
Due to the poor weather conditions, the Continuing Education Library will be closing at 3pm today, 6th January. We aim to be open by 10am tomorrow provided that staff are able to travel.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Recent additions to the Library
A list of all additions to the Library, whether purchased or donated, for December 2009 is now available on the Library website
The list also includes new electronic resources purchased by OULS and significant content additions to existing electronic resources
The list also includes new electronic resources purchased by OULS and significant content additions to existing electronic resources
Tuesday, 5 January 2010
Cambridge Histories Online
There is currently a problem with accessing Cambridge Histories Online, both from the University network and remotely. The problem is being investigated, and an update will be issued when there is more information.
Apologies for inconvenience caused.
Apologies for inconvenience caused.
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