Tag: 24/7

Take a Break with Library Services

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With exam season here again, it’s time for Library Services to launch our #TakeABreak campaign. #TakeABreak is about highlighting how taking proper care of yourself can, and will, help you achieve better results. You’ll be reading, writing and revising with great intensity, which means you’ll be in need of a time-out: a distraction, something to…Continue Reading Take a Break with Library Services

24/7 opening of Northampton Square Library

"24/7" written in neon colours.

The Northampton Square Library will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week during the exam period, from Monday 22nd April to Friday 30th May, 2025. Library staff will be available at Help Desks and roving around as usual, with a security team in place overnight. Detailed opening hours can be found on…Continue Reading 24/7 opening of Northampton Square Library

5 ways to #TakeABreak from coursework/exams

A screenshot of a range of feature films and documentaries on Kanopy.

Are you looking to move away from the stressfulness and embrace a little calmness? Here are 5 things you can do via CityLibrary to take your mind off of coursework and exams for a few minutes:…Continue Reading 5 ways to #TakeABreak from coursework/exams

#TakeABreak with CityLibrary

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With assessment season happening again, we’re launching launch our #TakeABreak campaign. #TakeABreak is about highlighting how taking proper care of yourself can, and will, help you achieve better results. Whether it’s taking regular breaks, going for a walk, having a nutritious snack, or leaving early to get home for a good night’s sleep, looking after…Continue Reading #TakeABreak with CityLibrary

Wellbeing self-help resources

Screenshot of the 'Wellbeing: self-help resources' guide.

Are you thinking about seeking help with your mental health or general wellbeing? If so, have you taken a look at the resources available to you via Library Services?…Continue Reading Wellbeing self-help resources

Take a Break book displays

Bookshelves containing book displays for Travel through time, wellbeing and study skills.

As part of our #TakeABreak campaign to support you through the busy and sometimes stressful exam period, we have created some book displays with resources designed to help you. Our displays focus on three key areas to help you achieve your best results, read more about each display below. Take a Break – Travel through…Continue Reading Take a Break book displays

#TakeABreak: Develop an affection for the National Theatre Collection

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The National Theatre Collection, available via Alexander Street Press, features videos of exceptional performances, scripts, and exclusive archive materials, providing greater context and background to the various productions featured….Continue Reading #TakeABreak: Develop an affection for the National Theatre Collection

A Kanopy of films – for when you need to #TakeABreak 🎬

A screenshot of a range of feature films and documentaries on Kanopy.

You might know about Kanopy already – it is a streaming service where you can find lots of video material for your course. But did you know that it’s a great resource to find award-winning and popular films too, for when you need a break from studying? Have a look at the #TakeABreak playlist we’ve…Continue Reading A Kanopy of films – for when you need to #TakeABreak 🎬

Take your seats for Digital Theatre Plus

Screenshot showing some of the writers and performers featured on Digital Theatre Plus.

When an exam revision break is needed, pop on something from Digital Theatre Plus to get away from it all. There’s a lot choice for every taste out there, here’s a list of recommendations that will improve any evening….Continue Reading Take your seats for Digital Theatre Plus

#TakeABreak and win a prize

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You’ve been reading, writing, revising and now you’re in need of a time out, a distraction, something to divert your attention. It’s time to #TakeABreak. How about a puzzle? Over the next few weeks, when you stop to grab a drink or snack, why not pick up one of our perplexing puzzles too? We’ll be…Continue Reading #TakeABreak and win a prize