Essential maintenance to Westlaw, Nexis, LexisLibrary other databases from Monday 23rd November

We will be updating the login for some of our online library resources in the week commencing 23rd November.

How will this affect me?

This work will affect the way you login to the following online library resources which use the OpenAthens or Institutional login.

  • Westlaw UK
  • Westlaw Books
  • Practical Law
  • Lawtel
  • LexisLibrary
  • Nexis UK
  • JustisOne

What should I do?

All users are asked to back up any important research data in these databases by Wednesday the 25th November.

Please be aware there may be intermittent access issues for some resources during the week of 23rd to 30th November while publishers systems update.

We aim to make the process as seamless as possible.  However, whilst we are working with publishers to try and maintain our users’ personal settings, we cannot guarantee changes to users’ settings will not occur.

As a precaution, please can you save any personal settings, files and folders on online library resources websites that you have associated with your City account details before the 25th Nov.  This is to minimise any risk to your research data.

From 23rd November onwards, you will start to see changes to login screens when you follow options to sign in via institution or sign in via OpenAthens.

OpenAthens Login Screen

Things to be aware of

  • If you have a personal account you may need to re-associate it with your login the next time you access a database (e.g. ThomsonReuters OnePass)
  • If you have saved searches and alerts you may need to set them up again.
  • If you have bookmarked resources you may need to re-bookmark them.
  • Please contact us via e-access@city.ac.uk if you need any help.
  • This will only affect online library resources that use an OpenAthens or institutional sign in as below.

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Contact our E-Access Team via e-access@city.ac.uk if you have questions or need any help at all.

 

Business Library re-opening 16th November

We are pleased to announce that the Business Library at Bunhill Row will re-open on Monday, 16th November from 09:00 – 21:00. Monday to Friday. Bookable study spaces, PCs and specialist financial terminals will be available in addition to a click and collect service for requested books.

Please ensure you book a study space or PC in advance.  Track and trace will be in operation via QR code check-in for bookable spaces  and, in accordance with University guidelines,  all Library users are required to wear a face covering when using Library spaces unless exempt from doing so.

Library users are advised to check the Library website for current information about service availability.

Getting stuck with your assignments?

Do you sometimes feel confused and unsure where to start when an assignment deadline is approaching? Do you think your writing or argumentation skills could benefit from a little push? Fret not, there are various teams at the University that are here to give you all the support you need. Continue reading Getting stuck with your assignments?

Library workshops and specialist support

Did you know you can attend Library workshops to support your studies and research?

Or, that you can book an appointment with a Subject Librarian for expert help? Continue reading Library workshops and specialist support

Book Study Spaces

Need somewhere to work quietly and comfortably?  Desks for studying at the Northampton Square and Business School Libraries are available to book on the CityLibrary website.  There are study spaces with and without PCs and computers with financial resources. 

Access to the Library is only available to students and staff who have items to collect or have booked individual study spaces. You must book ahead of your visit to the Library.  Continue reading Book Study Spaces

Brush up on your academic skills this autumn

Do you ever feel overwhelmed when you’re assigned to write an essay? Do you struggle to manage your time effectively? Do you want to get better at sitting exams?

Our colleagues in the Academic Skills Team are hosting a series of Study Skills webinars that address these common challenges and more.

These webinars are designed to support you when learning remotely and will begin on the 16th of October, running through to 8th of December. They include: Continue reading Brush up on your academic skills this autumn

Black History Month

October is Black History Month in the United Kingdom, when we pay special attention to the often untold history, experiences, and contributions of black people to this country and to the wider world. The Black Lives Matter events have brought to the forefront the issues of systemic racism and social inequalities. Whatever our skin colour, it is important to understand the background of these events, and to listen to the experiences of people who have suffered and continue to experience discrimination in many areas of their lives for no other reason than the colour of their skin.

Due to current circumstances we can’t have a book and information display in the physical space of the Library, but there is genuinely a wealth of resources and opportunities out there to learn, listen, and be together. Continue reading Black History Month

Financial databases on site access

We are pleased to announce that Financial resources on site are now available to students.

For those of you able to come to campus, 12 terminals are currently available in the Business School at Bunhill Row, and 6 terminals at Northampton Square Library will be available from Monday 5th October. Continue reading Financial databases on site access

CityLibrary’s online, you’re feeling fine

We want to make sure you’re able to access and use all the online Library resources and services available to you working remotely. There are lots of ways you can get support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including: Continue reading CityLibrary’s online, you’re feeling fine

5 videos for Business students

Attention Business students! Whether you are new to the Business School or you just want to brush up on your academic skills, you can quickly learn about which resources you can use and how to access them with our new Business Library Online Resources videos.

They average about 10 minutes in length each and consist of the following:

Video: Business Library Online Resources: getting started

  1. Business Libary Online Resources: get started -This video gives you a quick introduction to finding and using our wealth of online resources through our website and our library guides. We have specialist resources available for financial data, company information, market research, academic research, news and current awareness, and citing and referencing.

Continue reading 5 videos for Business students