Beauty in Disguise at Summer Reading Club

Library Events
(Issue 169/August 2021)

Excitement and fun filled the atmosphere in the reading sessions of the book《天地有大美: 蔣勳和你談生活美學》last month.

Have you ever thought of appreciating simple things on campus? One of the participants of Summer Reading Club found the beauty in the fusilli in Russian borscht from the canteen. You will be inspired by the reflections from book-lover colleagues after reading the book and discover the tiny bits of beauty in your daily routine.

Let’s look for clues of beauty in disguise!

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Wanna Know More about the Perseid Meteor Shower

E-Resources
(Issue 169/August 2021)

The Perseid meteor is coming back this year with an estimation of peak falls on the night of 12 August and before dawn on 13 August.

Make use of Library databases (e.g., EBSCOhost, Jstor, Nexis, and ProQuest) to discover more information about meteor showers. Extend your knowledge of astronomy by referring to research articles, reports, and a range of publications in the databases before watching this amazing phenomenon.

Enjoy the spectacular night sky and make wishes!

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Databases on Trial

E-Resources
(Issue 169/August 2021)

Two databases are available for trial until the end of August:

  • 1. Artstor (digital image collections)
  • 2. Pressreader (online newspaper and magazine platform)

Click here to try them out. We look forward to the feedback from you.

Nostalgic Travel in Hong Kong

Library Collections
(Issue 168/July 2021)

Difficult to travel abroad in recent years? Why not take this time to discover the local heritage in the city.

From now till the end of August, Good Read Corner@Library features literary works about places with cultural and historical implications, e.g. old housing estates, factory buildings etc. Explore a different Hong Kong by following the steps of photographers and historians.

Come pick a good read to start time travel and find out the beauty of Hong Kong!

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Library Student Ambassador – Apply Now

Others
(Issue 168/July 2021)

Looking for work experience, IT skills enhancement and opportunities for personal growth? The Library Student Ambassador Programme will help you achieve all these!

The Library is now looking for energetic, sociable, passionate students to join us as Library Student Ambassadors for AY2021/22. If you want to learn more about the Library and provide services to fellow students, you are the right one! Send us your CV now at library@hsu.edu.hk.

Here are the precious memories from the pioneer Library Student Ambassadors.

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