Library Book Fair 2015

Library Events
(March 2015/Issue 44)
Good news to Book Lovers!


The Library will be holding a Book Fair with 樂文書店 (LuckWinBooks) in March 2015.


From Literature to current affairs, the Book Fair will bring you titles from Taiwan and Hong Kong with a discount price of up to 30% off for Taiwan books and 20% off for Hong Kong books. Don’t miss the chance to pick your favorite titles from the Book Fair.
Date: 18 – 20 Mar 2015 (Wed – Fri)
Time: 10:00 – 5:00 pm
Venue: G/F, Block A, S H Ho Academic Building (near Main Entrance)

E-Books for Academic Writing

E-Resources
(March 2015/Issue 44)
Do you want good results for your assignments? Is writing a daunting task for you? The key for getting a good grade is the ability to articulate your point of views logically and in an appropriate format and style. These skills can be learned!


There are many eBooks for academic writing available through EBSCOhost eBooks. They offer great practical advice and assistance in writing various kinds of assignments. These books are must-reads if you seek to manage your writing effectively, reduce stress, and improve your confidence and efficiency.

Resource Picks for U

User Education
(February 2015/Issue 43)
Highlighting the key resources in a specific subject, Subject Guides are the ideal starting point for your study. Register below sessions and learn how to use Subject Guides to access the library resources for your programme.
Date Time Academic Programmes Register
11 Mar (Wed) 3:00 – 3:30 pm Journalism and Communication Click HERE
17 Mar (Tue) 3:00 – 3:30 pm Supply Chain Management
23 Mar (Mon) 3:00 – 3:30 pm English
27 Mar (Fri) 3:00 – 3:30 pm Business Administration
31 Mar (Tue) 3:00 – 3:30 pm Translation
Limited seats available. Register yours today.
Venue: E-Learning Classroom (A114)
ECA hours counted

Library Information Skills Workshops in March (Semester 2, AY 14-15)

User Education
(February 2015/Issue 43)
Venue: E-Learning Classroom (A114)
Hands-on practice is available
ECA hours counted
Attend a library workshop and have a chance to win a book coupon of $100
Date Time Topic Register
4 Mar (Wed) 3:00 – 4:00 pm Tips on Finding Full-text Journal Articles Click HERE
12 Mar (Thu) 3:00 – 4:00 pm Explore the Library Resources for Your Assignment Click HERE
13 Mar (Fri) 3:00 – 4:00 pm Finding News and Company Information Click HERE
18 Mar (Wed) 3:00 – 4:00 pm Using RefWorks – Your Referencing Buddy Click HERE
26 Mar (Thu) 3:00 – 4:00 pm Explore the Library Resources for Your Assignment Click HERE

Factiva – A Premier Business Resource

E-Resources
(February 2015/Issue 43)
Factiva, provided by Dow Jones, has a broad collection of sources from 200 countries in 26 languages, including business magazines, trade journals, newspapers, newswires, media programs, blogs, podcasts and company stock reports. Information, such as current stock quote, financial data, and competitors, on both public and private companies is available.


The Library has set up the Group Pages under News Pages menu as a newsstand for selected newspapers such as the Asia Wall Street Journal, South China Morning Post, 明報, 信報, 星島日報 and 香港經濟日報. This is a quick way to browse current issues across newspapers.

Borrowing Services beyond HSMC Library for Academic Staff: HKUST Library Card Service

Facilities and Services
(February 2015/Issue 42)
In addition to borrowing materials from HSMC Library, academic staff is able to check out books from HKUST Library using the HKUST Borrower’s Card available from Library. Eligible users can visit Library Services Desk on G/F to borrow the card by presenting valid HSMC staff card.
For details of the service please click HERE or contact 3963-5310.