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Get to know your Library team
We are proud to have a team of experienced staff across six campus libraries who bring a wide range of knowledge and expertise to… Read More
Early detection is the answer this Oral Cancer Awareness Month, Dr Samuel Thambar explains
From a young age, Samuel Thambar knew he wanted to become a doctor. Inspired by his grandfather, who was an eye… Read More
Referencing and assignment writing
Our Digital Library services are here for all your study needs! As your assignment due dates for Trimester 1 approach, you can be confident in… Read More
The Library has a space for everyone!
With six libraries across five physical campuses, the Library has spaces to suit all your study needs! Whether you… Read More
Speech-to-text transcription services
Do you have interview data that needs to be transcribed for analysis? Griffith’s new speech-to-text service may be the answer. … Read More
Queensland College of Art Celebrates 140 Years of Teaching
This year, Griffith University celebrates 140 years of teaching at the Queensland College of Art (QCA). QCA can trace… Read More
Time to get stuck into those assignments
Mid-trimester break is finally here! It’s the perfect time for some relaxation…and to get stuck into those assignments. Due dates can sneak up on… Read More
Read effectively and think critically!
Two important skills to master while studying at university are effective reading and critical thinking. With so much to read at university, it can be… Read More
Easter opening hours 2021
Library Services will be closed from Friday 2 April to Monday 5 April and will reopen Tuesday 6 April. If you’re… Read More
All you need to know about referencing and academic integrity
Referencing is a key element of academic writing and something you’ll become very familiar with during your studies at Griffith. If you … Read More
How’s your Digital Dexterity?
With 90% of jobs in the current market needing digital skills, there has never been a better time as a Griffith… Read More
Find exactly what you’re searching for with these assignment search tips!
Do you sometimes feel lost when trying to research for your assignments? You don’t have to wander the wilderness of information alone! The Library… Read More
On World Water Day take a moment to think about your water footprint
To understand the value of water and the impact of your water footprint, you need to look at how you use water in your home… Read More
Streamline your Library access to online resources
Researchers, do you want to: integrate Griffith Library into your preferred search tool access full text articles outside the Library catalogue speed up access to… Read More
Harmony Week: Everyone belongs!
Harmony Week, 15 – 21 March 2021, is a time dedicated to celebrating Australia’s cultural diversity—it’s about… Read More
Text as data—new researcher workshops enable digital scholarship
Many disciplines use written texts as source material for their research, including journalism, history, political science, cultural and literary studies, business, law and education. Read More
First day of teaching at Griffith University
Foundation science students during biology studies. Image from the Griffith Archive collection. ‘First, here’s an exercise for you…’ These were Professor Emeritus David Pegg’s… Read More
Getting research ready
Time to start researching for an assignment but not sure where to begin? The Library has a range of resources to help you. Online… Read More
‘Choose to Challenge’ this International Women’s Day
Every day we see the power of both the individual and the collective in addressing issues such as equality and culture and … Read More
It’s Open Data Day!
Saturday 6 March is Open Data Day 2021—an international celebration of open data, including university research data! … Read More
Get to know the Griffith Digital Library and study spaces
Griffith Library is here to help—anywhere, anytime. We provide a range of services to make studying easy. With access to extensive online resources and study… Read More
Study help
Developing your study skills is an important part of university study. The Library has all the resources you… Read More
Check out your Library this O-Week
Welcome to O–Week! While you enjoy the challenge of finding your way around campus, don’t forget the best stop of the lot: … Read More
Welcome to O-Week! The Library is here to help
Here at the Library we have everything you’ll need to succeed with your studies! O-Week is the perfect time to check out some of… Read More
Our First Graduates
On 25 February 1978, 170 students graduated from Griffith University’s four foundation Schools. Debra Cunningham from the School of Australian Environmental Studies was our first… Read More
Exploring your online learning environment at Griffith
Trimester 1 is about to start! So what do you need to know to get online, get connected and get started at Griffith? Here are… Read More
Need help publishing your research?
If you’re trying to get your research published, Researcher Education and Development (RED) and the Library are offering some helpful online workshops in 2021: Publishing… Read More
Visible Body: A powerful tool for anatomy and physiology study
Looking to upgrade your 2-D anatomy images to enhance your or your students’ learning? Then the new Visible Body updated collection is the 3-D… Read More
Social Justice—a Rubik’s Cube of complexity
We agree that social justice is important, but do we understand what it means or how we can actively practice… Read More
Enjoy your vacation!
You’ve put in the hard work to make it through Trimester 3, now it’s time to enjoy your vacation! Take this opportunity… Read More
Investigating magic proteins—Meet Dr Linlin Ma, lecturer in the School of Environment and Science.
This month, the Library spoke with Dr Linlin Ma about her research, what inspires her and what advice she has for emerging bioscientists. Dr… Read More
Stress less during your exams
The Library has a range of self-help resources when it comes to preparing for exams and managing your time effectively. On exam… Read More
Get online this O-Week with the Library’s Earlybird workshops
Before Trimester 1 starts, the Library is hosting a series of online Earlybird workshops during February and March. These workshops provide the opportunity… Read More
Prioritise your wellbeing during exam preparation
Feeling stressed? With Trimester 3 exams approaching, your personal wellbeing might be the last thing on your mind. The Library… Read More
Extended opening hours for Week 12
We’re up to Week 12 of T3 and the Library is here to help with extended opening hours this week. Our opening hours … Read More
Library help is available for your T1 course preparation
Are you teaching in Trimester 1? The Library is here to help you prepare for your courses! We offer a range… Read More
Learn data wrangling skills for more time-efficient research
Are you a researcher or HDR candidate looking for time-efficient methods to explore, clean and prepare data? The Library is here to… Read More
Making digital mental healthcare a reality—Meet PhD Candidate Dale Rowland
Dale Rowland is a Wiradjuri and Biripi man who comes from a proud Aboriginal family. At an early age, he observed his mother’s and grandmother’s contributions … Read More
Exams are approaching, check out our tips for success
Exams are almost upon us and the lead up to exam time can be challenging. Join us at our Get Ready for your Exams… Read More
Library Hours – Australia Day long weekend
The Library will be closed from Monday 25 January to Tuesday 26 January 2021. We will reopen on Wednesday 27 January 2021. During this… Read More
Greater Brisbane Libraries re-opening.
From 9am Tuesday 12 January our Nathan, Logan, Mt Gravatt, QCA and Queensland Conservatorium libraries will be open. Library opening hours In accordance with… Read More
Library opening hours changes
In accordance with the Queensland Government’s ‘restricted movement’ COVID-19 directive for Greater Brisbane (issued on January 8 2021)… Read More
See you in 2021!
The Library would like to wish everybody a joyous and safe holiday period! Our campus Library services will be closed from Thursday 24 December 2020… Read More
From the Moon Landing to the Institute for Glycomics—Meet Dr Milton Kiefel
Dr Milton Kiefel knew he wanted to be an astrophysicist when in 1969, with 200 other children and teachers crammed into a small school hall,… Read More
The Library—45 years of offering more than just books
Take a trip down memory lane. To showcase the changing face of Griffith’s campus libraries across the last five decades, Griffith… Read More
Copyright for teaching
Does the word ‘copyright’ fill you with dread? The Library is here to help! Our resources and support can help you better… Read More
Determine your digital dexterity with Griffith Library
It is easy to overlook how astoundingly far society has evolved digitally, how many new online tools we use every day without batting… Read More
How to spot fake news
Fake news is news that is presented as being real with the intent to mislead. It can be fabricated or could use original stories, video, audio and images that have been altered to appear real. Fake… Read More
We can all play a part in reducing energy consumption this World Energy Conservation Day
Did you know that in 2015, on average, each person in Australia caused the emission of 22 tonnes of carbon pollution? … Read More
Here to help: 2020 highlights
Although 2020 has been a difficult year, here at the Library we embraced the challenges and endeavoured to continue delivering quality services… Read More
New Academic Writing guide
Writing well in an academic style is an essential skill for researchers. Grammar and syntax may sound dull, but they are important if you are… Read More
Brill Law eBook collections
Discover more full-text eBooks and enhance your research or studies with these collections from Brill. Brill’s publishing program in… Read More
Get prepared for exams
Got exams coming up? Are you feeling prepared? Don’t worry! The Library is here to help with online workshops and helpful tips to get you on track with studying and nailing those… Read More
Be lean and green this World Soil Day, 5 December
By focusing on food waste, we can all contribute to improved soil, plant and planet health. Every year in Australia over five million tonnes… Read More
International Day of People with Disability 2020
International Day of People with Disability is held on 3 December each year and promotes awareness, understanding and acceptance of people who… Read More
Learn about our advanced search resources!
The Library Catalogue is a great place to search for information—but did you know we also have Library guides, specialised databases, and other useful… Read More
Create and manage your researcher profiles
How does the world see you as a researcher? Are you readily identifiable and distinguishable? Researcher profiles on platforms such as… Read More
Institute for Glycomics takes pioneering steps to combat viral infections
Infectious diseases continue to be some of the world’s most significant health challenges. The Institute for Glycomics’ research into viral infections seeks to understand how… Read More
Tips for an effective start to group assignments
In the excitement of starting a group assignment, it can be easy to overlook how you’re going to work together as a team. Below are… Read More
Griffith Review: exploring inner lives, resilience and potential
The latest edition of Griffith Review is Generosities of Spirit, a treasure trove of literary gems that explore inner lives, resilience and… Read More
Referencing and academic integrity
The Library is here for all your study needs! As your assignment deadlines for T3 approach, you can be confident in your referencing skills with… Read More
Meet our Learning Advisers!
Learning Advisers work across the University to provide students with help and support for academic work. They are a friendly bunch of people with expertise… Read More
Copyright workshop for creative and performing arts research
Understanding the intricacies of copyright is essential when preparing your own research and utilising the research of others. This workshop will allow you… Read More
International Day for Tolerance 2020
The Library invites you to join us in observing the International Day for Tolerance on 16 November. The United… Read More
Where to search for information
Time to start researching an assignment but not sure where to begin? We’ve got you covered with tips on where to search, how to… Read More
World Diabetes Day—Studying the silent diabetes, type 2
In Australia, 280 people develop diabetes every day—that is one person every five minutes. Diabetes Australia calls it the epidemic of the 21st century… Read More
ABS Microdata—complex and authoritative Australian data for research
ABS Microdata files are an important collection of data for Griffith University researchers that contain detailed information about individuals, businesses and other groups from a… Read More
Request Library workshops, presentations and eLearning to support student learning
Requesting workshops, presentations and eLearning resources from the Library to support student learning has never been easier! We now… Read More
Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day falls on the 11th of November each year. On the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month,… Read More
HSV Research Festival: Actualising equity, inclusion and social justice
Griffith University’s School of Human Services and Social Work are pleased to invite you to the HSV Research Festival: Actualising equity, inclusion… Read More
NAIDOC Week 2020—Always Was, Always Will Be
NAIDOC Week 2020 is from 8 – 15 November and the theme for this year is Always Was, Always Will Be. … Read More
5 steps for starting your assignment
Starting an assignment can be stressful. Not sure where to begin? Here are 5 steps to help you get on track:… Read More
Griffith Greats – Ortrun Zuber-Skerritt: Our First Female Academic
Griffith Archive’s latest digital exhibition shines the spotlight on one of the truly remarkable pioneers from Griffith University’s history: Ortrun Zuber-… Read More
Library workshops—researching, referencing and preparing for exams
O-Week has come to an end, but we still have a range of workshops to help you with your studies in T3. The Library is… Read More
Lightning Talks podcast: The European Exchange
We are excited to announce the release of Griffith Review’s and the Library’s podcast for Griffith Review 6… Read More
Discovering the Griffith Story—Griffith Archive
As Griffith approaches our 50th year, our unique story continues to unfold. Griffith has a distinctive story—from being … Read More
Everyone can play a part for Men’s Health this Movember
Whether they be patchy, lopsided, itchy or epic, Movember is responsible for the increase in men sporting moustaches in Australia and… Read More
Griffith Review—Subscribe and win!
Buy a subscription to Griffith Review before 31 December 2020 and receive a free one-year digital subscription to gift to a friend. … Read More
The Library recognised for exceptional service provision
The Vice Chancellor’s Awards for Excellence in Professional and Support Staff Service are an opportunity for the University to recognise and honour outstanding… Read More
Welcome to O-Week!
While on-campus activities have been placed on hold, we have a range of online activities and resources for you to explore this Orientation Week. … Read More
Library help available for T3 course preparation
Trimester 3 is approaching, and the Library is here to help you prepare for your courses. We offer a range of support,… Read More
Griffith Review—Subscribe and win!
Buy a subscription to Griffith Review before 31 December 2020 and receive a free one-year digital subscription to gift to a friend. … Read More
Vital clinical knowledge is at your fingertips with the LWW Health Library
magine this: You are driving a large study to improve the health outcomes of cancer survivors. Or perhaps… Read More
Exploring Online Resources at Griffith
Trimester 3 is about to start! Are you wondering what you need to know to get online, get connected and get started at Griffith?… Read More
Making your research reproducible
The ability to replicate experiments is a key pillar of scientific progress. For researchers to replicate the work of others, to … Read More
Discover the benefits of making your published research available through Griffith Research Online
Wherever you are in your research career, demonstrating a body of work is vital to raising your profile. A very effective channel available to… Read More
Multi Factor Authentication is coming soon!
What is Multi Factor Authentication (MFA)? MFA provides extra security when logging into Griffith applications. You already sign in using your Griffith… Read More
‘Let us send poverty to the museum.’
This quote from Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus perfectly encapsulates the message behind International Day for the Eradication of Poverty… Read More
Open Access Week 2020
Open Access Week is from 19 – 25 October this year. Open access to information—the free, immediate, online access to the results of scholarly research,… Read More
Building your researcher profile
This week is HDR Careers Week and a great time to consider your researcher profile. Building your Researcher profile and… Read More
Griffith Review—Subscribe and win!
Buy a subscription to Griffith Review before 31 December 2020 and receive a free one-year digital subscription to gift to a friend. … Read More
It’s LGBTIQ History Month!
LGBTIQ History Month was founded in 1994 by Missouri high-school history teacher Rodney Wilson to commemorate the first and second marches on Washington… Read More
Brush up on your study skills this O-Week!
The Library is hosting a series of online Earlybird workshops. Start Trimester 3 on the right foot with our workshops… Read More
New Research Metrics Webpage
Research metrics are a key means to showcase your research when applying for a grant, updating your CV or applying for a promotion. With multiple… Read More
Find your path to more open and impactful research
Every day, Griffith researchers are helping to shape a better world through their impactful research. New discoveries and insights… Read More
This week—Queensland Mental Health Week, Study and Exam Week
Queensland Mental Health Week (October 10 – 18) is this week and coincides with T2 Study and Exam Week, so remember to take some… Read More
Tune in to mental wellbeing this World Mental Health Day
Over the last year, our daily lives have changed significantly due to the global COVID-19 health crisis. As a result of… Read More
Higher Degree Research Careers Week—12 – 16 October
Higher Degree Research (HDR) Careers Week is next week (12 – 16 October) and brings together a broad range of professional development webinars and online… Read More
The new and improved SciFinder-N database is here!
Bigger and better than the original SciFinder, the new SciFinder-N database by Chemical Abstract Services (CAS) is a… Read More
Smarthinking Update
Smarthinking will be unavailable this Saturday October 10 2020 from 3 pm to Sunday October 11 2020 at 1 am (AEDT) due to planned… Read More
Dr Darren Grice and the Institute for Glycomics lead the fight against middle ear infections
Many of us have experienced the pain and discomfort of a middle ear infection, either personally or in our children. While most children … Read More
Griffith Review—Subscribe and win!
Buy a subscription to Griffith Review before 31 December 2020 and receive a free one-year digital subscription to gift to a friend. … Read More
New resources for working with research literature
How does your research relate to the work of others in your field? Identifying the unique contribution your research could … Read More
Meet the man behind the Institute for Glycomics, Professor Mark von Itzstein AO
Twenty years ago, Professor Mark von Itzstein established the Institute for Glycomics, the only one of its kind… Read More
Managing Literature
Are you working on or about to start a literature review? Identifying and analysing pertinent ideas and themes in research… Read More
Improving quality of life for people living with dementia and their families
Research has shown that social robots can help improve the quality of life for people with dementia and their family carers… Read More
We want to help you avoid burnout this exam season!
Trimester 2 is coming to an end and we want to share our tips on how to avoid burnout! Firstly,… Read More
How typeface research could save lives
Pilots are responsible for flight planning, determining the safest flight route, pre-flight inspections of the plane and monitoring dozens of readouts in-flight. On top… Read More
Sage Database – Data Planet
Looking for datasets for your research? Data Planet provides fast and easy access to over 50 billion data points from more… Read More
Scholarly Resource Services Librarians profile
As custodians of the Library collection, Scholarly Resource Services (SRS) Librarians ensure that Griffith staff and students have all the resources they need… Read More
Get prepared for exams with help from the Library
End of Trimester exams are fast approaching. Are you feeling prepared? If not, don’t worry! The Library is here to… Read More
Did you know? QTAC is a Griffith Brainchild!
If you study or have studied at Griffith, you may recognise QTAC (the Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre). But did… Read More
Uni Mental Health and Wellbeing Week
This week 7 – 11 September is Uni Mental Health and Wellbeing week and includes World Suicide Prevention Day and RUOK Day. … Read More
Transformative change comes to Griffith with new Publish and Read agreements
As more and more academic authors seek to share published work openly, transformative agreements are one way to shift the dial. Under Publish-and-Read (PAR) agreements negotiated… Read More
GRO celebrates 20 million downloads of Griffith research outputs
Griffith’s research repository, Griffith Research Online (GRO), has reached a major milestone with 20 million downloads. We’re… Read More
Open Scholarship – Make your research visible and share knowledge
“Coronavirus crisis inspiring ‘unprecedented’ global research effort” “Covid-19: How unprecedented data sharing has led to faster-than-ever outbreak… Read More
Griffith Review podcast
In lieu of the regular Lightning Talks, Griffith Review and the Library has released a podcast for Griffith Review 68: Getting… Read More
Stroke Week 2020 – Restoring physical and mental well-being to stroke patients
With one person suffering a stroke every ten minutes the effects of this disease has an impact on all of us. Restoring physical and mental… Read More
Wear it Purple Day is this Friday
The 10th anniversary of Wear it Purple Day is coming up this Friday 28 August 2020 – so put on… Read More
Library reopening and safety measures
All our libraries have now reopened, and you can keep up to date with current hours here. When you do … Read More
Sustainability Week webinars
Sustainability Week is from 31 August – 4 September 2020 and this year our theme is Towards 2025: Meeting Griffith’s Green Goals. Griffith will… Read More
Welcome back to Logan!
We’re so excited to reopen the Logan campus library on Monday 24 August. Last week saw Griffith University move to Stage… Read More
Meet our Learning and Teaching Librarians
The Library has a range of staff available to support students and their learning. Librarians often spring to mind, but you might… Read More
It’s On All Of Us Week 2020
Next week, 24-28 August is It’s On All of Us Week 2020. It’s On All of Us Week promotes Griffith Universit… Read More
Taylor and Francis eBook Collection
The Taylor and Francis eBook Collection, including CRC Press Publications is now available in the Griffith Library collection via … Read More
Access our e-resources!
Library resources can be accessed online 24/7 wherever you are. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, our Digital Library has continued to provide our… Read More
Celebrating 20 years of making a difference, the Institute for Glycomics
This year marks the 20th Anniversary of the Institute for Glycomics. To celebrate we explore what the … Read More
We’re extending our opening hours!
Good news – our Library Opening hours are extending! As we move to Stage 3 of our return to campus our library spaces… Read More
Hone your skills with our referencing workshops
We’re halfway through our referencing workshop series – have you registered your place? Workshops will continue running through to Week 7 … Read More
Learn data wrangling skills
Wish you knew how to standardise messy data? We can help! Missing, messy or inconsistent data can easily undermine your analysis. By… Read More
Literature reviews made easy
Literature reviews are a crucial part of all research. Finding and reviewing the right material is especially critical to the success of higher degree research… Read More
Rest and relax this mid-trimester break
It’s mid-trimester break, so time to get some rest and recuperate before powering through until the end of trimester. Although it may seem like it… Read More
Library Plus Newsletter – Issue Two now available!
The Library recently launched Library Plus, our regular newsletter for researcher news and information. We are now pleased to release our … Read More
Meet our frontline team
Our frontline library team work hard to provide a welcoming and safe environment for our community. You might find them at the library desk,… Read More
Sir Samuel Walker Griffith – 100-year anniversary
Our university’s namesake Sir Samuel Walker Griffith was born in 1845 and died on the 9 August 1920. One hundred years on from his… Read More
The Library – Making a difference in 2020
COVID-19 may have shut our library spaces and our face-to-face interactions during Trimester 1, but the library worked hard to quickly adapt our… Read More
Get assignments off to a flying start with these tips!
Starting assignments can be tough, especially if you’re not sure where to begin. We’re here to help with some tips on the five main stages… Read More
Assignment search tips
Time to start researching an assignment but not sure where to begin? We’ve got you covered with tips on where to search, how… Read More
Get help with Writing, Researching and Referencing
T2 is underway and the Library has the tools to help you through your studies. Check out our Writing, Researching and Referencing guide for… Read More
Search journal articles anywhere on any device with BrowZine
Want to be able to research and manage journal articles from multiple locations and devices? BrowZine allows you to search and access library subscribed journals… Read More
Your T2 referencing toolkit
Our Digital Library services are here for all your study needs! As your assignments for T2 approach, you can be confident in … Read More
Consult a SAGE – research methods made simple
The Library now has SAGE Research Methods! SAGE Research Methods (SRM) is a research tool that provides a comprehensive picture … Read More
Visit the Library Booth at Griffith Virtual Open House 2020
This year Griffith University are doing Open Day a little differently with the Griffith Virtual Open House 2020. Explore Griffith’s degrees, student life and… Read More
The Library. Here to Help.
As our campus libraries start to re-open, we’d like to remind you that we are here to help, not just in person but online and… Read More
Shark Awareness Day Myth Busters
Due to sensationalised stories and movies (we all know JAWS) sharks have become a feared killer within our oceans. But are we misjudging them? For… Read More
The power of data visualisation
Did you know that visualised data engages readers more effectively than spreadsheets do? Visualised data acts as… Read More
Griffith Libraries are now open!
We have enjoyed delivering our Digital Library services over the previous three months – but now, we’re excited to have you back! As of today,… Read More
Learn about population growth this World Population Day
Whilst our day-to-day lives are seemingly unaffected by population growth, the impact over our lifetime and beyond is significant. Each year the world’s population grows… Read More
Online Referencing Workshops
O Week has come to an end, but we still have a range of workshops to help you keep up to speed in T2!… Read More
Library Plus is here! Your Researcher news and information newsletter
The Library has released Library Plus, our regular newsletter for researcher news and information. Library Plus will help you cut through the research maze by… Read More
It’s O Week!
While on-campus activities have been placed on hold, we have a range of online activities for you to participate in. … Read More
Griffith Libraries are opening our doors and our spaces – and your health is our priority
As you may have heard, our campus libraries are re-opening from Monday 13 July. We’re excited to have you back on-campus with us! The Gold… Read More
Griffith Libraries are opening our doors and our spaces for T2!
Our campus libraries will begin a staged re-opening from Monday 13 July. Although we have always been available and will continue to support you online,… Read More
Your choice of clothes – and how you wash them – can affect our environment
Did you know that the polyester, nylon, and other synthetic fibers within your clothes are all forms of plastic? With each wash your clothes can… Read More
Trimester 2 – Get a head start on your studies
Get a head start on your studies for Trimester 2 with help from the Library. We have a range of resources available to help you… Read More
Our Asian Agenda
Griffith University was founded to offer our students a unique university experience. Our founders’ vision was formed by progressive ideas such as offering interdisciplinary or… Read More
Brush up on study skills this O Week!
Before Trimester 2 starts, the Library will host a series of online Earlybird workshops FREE of charge to our students. Read More
Digital Scholar Lab Webinars
The Library is hosting two webinars for Researchers, HDRs and Academic staff to learn about Gale Digital Scholar Lab, a new and exciting cloud-based research… Read More
Library help available for T2 course preparation
Trimester 2 is approaching, and the Library is here to help with course preparation. We offer a range of assistance from in-class workshops for students,… Read More
Moving Towards Digital Scholarship with Gale Digital Scholar Lab
What is Gale Digital Scholar Lab? The Digital Scholar Lab is a new and innovative online tool used for collecting data sets from Gale Primary… Read More
Empty your fridge to fight world hunger this Sustainable Gastronomy Day
Did you know that food waste costs Australian households $70 per week? This adds up to $3,640 per year. … Read More
Recreational reading for your Trimester Break
Looking for some holiday reading material? Check out PressReader for newspapers and magazines on a range of topics from over 100 countries in 60… Read More
Best wishes for your Trimester Break
You’ve put in all the hard yards to make it through Trimester 1, now it’s time for a well-deserved break. We wish… Read More
Biodiversity for World Environment Day
Today the Library celebrates World Environment Day- Time for nature. This year’s theme is Biodiversity and Griffith Research continues to contribute to this global discussion. Read More
Griffith Review- Exploring the changing truth of ageing.
The latest edition of Griffith Review is Getting on. Griffith Review, Griffith University’s very own quarterly journal of ideas and new writing. The latest edition explores… Read More
Trimester 2 Reading lists are now available
The Library has released Reading lists for Trimester two for editing by Course Convenors. Why use Reading Lists? Students can: Access their course readings in… Read More
Online Relaxation Stations – take a break from study
It may be study and exam week but don’t let yourself get overworked and overwhelmed. Remember to take breaks to help maintain your study… Read More
National Reconciliation Week: In this together
Wednesday 27 May marks the start of National Reconciliation Week with the theme In this together. Reconciliation Week encourages us all to take… Read More
It’s HDR Skills Week!
This week is HDR Skills Week and in these unusual times Griffith University and the Library are committed to supporting our Higher Degree by Research… Read More
Do you have an upcoming online exam?
The library Study Smart site has a page dedicated to Exam Preparation. Preparation is key The important thing is to remain calm and remember… Read More
The importance of a good researcher profile
Actively managing your researcher profile will increase visibility and impact of your research and potentially find you new audiences and collaborators. The use of social media,… Read More
Discover our remarkable journey to being a university of global influence
The Griffith Archive’s latest online exhibition A University of Global Influence tells the Griffith story from the initial Cabinet Decision to establish our university… Read More
Celebrate World Bee Day
Dr Fiona Foley’s sculpture of three native honey bees in Public Artwork for Cato Square [featured below] not only recognises… Read More
Online Relaxation Station – calming games and apps
Exams and assignment due dates looming and while our Library Spaces may be closed, we’re providing an online version of our Relaxation Stations… Read More
New resources – Oxford Handbooks Online
Oxford Handbooks Online (OHO) is the home of scholarly research reviews and is an outstanding collection of the best Handbooks in 14 subject areas. Read More
Support and Resources Available for Academics
Library staff continue to provide Learning and Teaching support and advice even though our library doors are closed. The Library webpage has been revamped to… Read More
Exams are approaching, check out our tips for success
Exams are almost upon us and the lead up to exam time can be a challenging time. We’ve put together a few tips to… Read More
Online Relaxation Station – Mindful activities to de-stress from your studies
End of Trimester assignments and exams are almost upon us and the library is here to support you, not only with advice on referencing and… Read More
Privacy Awareness Week 2020
“Be smart about privacy” is the key message for this year’s Privacy Awareness week. With a range of technologies reaching into our lives through… Read More
Library staff here to help
Library staff like Jo, Laura and Nicholas are continuing to provide support for you while you study online. Our Library Services Team Members are… Read More
New Oxford Scholarship Online resources
The Library has over 1.2 million ebooks in our online databases including the Oxford Scholarship Online (OSO) database. Oxford Scholarship Online ebook titles constitute… Read More
Air Quality Awareness Week – Griffith’s research contribution to better air and better health
“Better Air, Better Health” is the theme for this year’s 14th annual Air Quality Awareness Week, 4-7 May. To support this theme, the focus… Read More
Library Connect is Here!
Library Connect is here! Griffith Library’s new blog is our central channel of communication for updates on news, events, library tips, information and more. Be… Read More
Specialist advice for researchers – online drop-in sessions
Specialist advice for researchers is now offered online every Thursday (2-3pm) and is provided by the Library and eResearch Services. Chat… Read More
Labour Day support hours
Library services will remain open for the Labour Day Public Holiday on Monday 4 May 2020. Our support hours will be 9am -5pm. We are… Read More
Library Connect – Coming Soon
A brand-new Library Blog is launching soon! Library Connect will be our new look blog and our central point of information for Library news, updates,… Read More
Commemorating Anzac Day
Today we commemorate Anzac Day, when we recognise the more than 1.5 million service men and women who have served in all wars, conflicts and… Read More
World Malaria Day
While the world struggles to come to terms with novel coronavirus, in malaria affected countries current cases of COVID-19 remain a small… Read More
Anzac Day support hours
Library service hours will be reduced to 1-5pm tomorrow, Saturday 25 April 2020, to honour the Anzac Day public holiday. You can view all our… Read More
Be Part of Earth Day 2020
In 1970 we joined together for the world’s first Earth Day. This year, 22 April, we mark 50 years since this first event. The theme… Read More
Tips for study and self-care
While you are studying from home there are a few things you can do to make sure you are getting the best out of your… Read More
Who knew a tomato could be so useful while studying!
Ever heard of the Pomodoro Technique? It’s a useful time management method to help maximise your focus while studying at home or doing other project… Read More
Library Researcher services are available online
Library Research support staff are available online to answer your library questions and provide expert support and advice. To ask a question or set up… Read More
Health– The Library has 6 new specialty collections
The Library has six new online health specialty collections LWW (Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins). The collections provide core resources of texts, videos and more. Read More
Access to resources
The library doors may be closed temporarily but with over 1.2 million e-books, over 2 million audio and video resources and 99.8% of our… Read More
Referencing – piecing it all together
Referencing can be a tricky task but acknowledging the contributions and work of others by citing your sources is a critical part of academic… Read More
The Library is here to help
The doors to our Libraries on campus may be closed but our online Library is open 24/7. Our online collections, online study help and… Read More
Happy Easter
Happy Easter Everyone! We hope you’re enjoying your extra long weekend and taking some time out to relax and practise self-care. This may include… Read More
Library support is still available online
The Library doors may have had to close but our specialist research support staff are still available online. The Library continues to support… Read More
Finding and evaluating sources
Library guides Do you need to find suitable information for your assignment? There are so many places to search but Library Guides are a… Read More
