Tag: Online resources

Kanopy – not only feature films

You may already know Kanopy This video streaming service can be a source of entertainment for when you need a break from your study, but did you know that it also covers subjects relevant to your studies? The platform provides access to 30,000 films, documentaries, TV shows and more, covering a wide range of subjects,…Continue Reading Kanopy – not only feature films

“Start spreading the news…”

New York Times on smartphones.

Did you know that you can now access The New York Times via CityLibrary? Our subscription gives you access to: News and original reporting International editions Games including Spelling Bee, Wordle and The Crossword Recipes, advice and inspiration from the Cooking section Wirecutter’s independent reviews for thousands of products The Athletic’s in-depth sports journalism. all…Continue Reading “Start spreading the news…”

Shakespeare, songs & sonnets

Screenshot of the Drama Online homepage.

If you’re a Shakespeare fan, you’ll love the Shakespeare and Early Modern Drama video collection available via Drama Online. A video resource suitable for students and researchers at every level, it includes content such as ‘Shakespeare in the Present’, Maxine Peake as ‘Hamlet’, ‘Stage on Screen’ and ‘Shakespeare’s Heroes and Villains’. Drama Online is just…Continue Reading Shakespeare, songs & sonnets

Access articles with less hassle

A science article with an icon in the bottom-left corner of the screen that reads "Article link. City, University of London"

Do you sometimes browse articles on publisher websites rather than on CityLibrary Search? Maybe you notice some research you’d like to read when you’re on PubMed, or Wikipedia, or other sources that are not the CityLibrary website? If so, we strongly recommend you to install LibKey Nomad browser plug-in. It takes just a few seconds…Continue Reading Access articles with less hassle

How to browse subject-specific content on Kanopy

Screenshot of Psychology titles on Kanopy.

Have you browsed the subject-specific content on Kanopy?…Continue Reading How to browse subject-specific content on Kanopy

Head over to Overton

Screenshot of search results on the Overton database.

Library Services now subscribes to Overton, a database of policy documents, parliamentary transcripts, government guidance and think-tank research. Documents and citations from thousand of organisations worldwide (related to a range of disciplines) is available and updated weekly. There are also pre-prepared searches for information related to City, University of London, meaning you can start exploring…Continue Reading Head over to Overton

Islamophobia Awareness Month 2023

A book display for Islamophobia Awareness Month.

This month we are supporting Islamophobia Awareness Month, a campaign aiming to showcase the positive contributions of Muslims and raise awareness of Islamophobia in modern society. The goal of this year’s campaign is to connect people from diverse backgrounds through the transformative power of storytelling. Join the conversation using the official hashtag #MuslimStories. Our new…Continue Reading Islamophobia Awareness Month 2023

Disability History Month at CityLibrary

A book display for Disability History month.

Explore Disability History Month at CityLibrary with a wide range of resources ready to borrow. Level 5 of Northampton Square Library has a book display that has everything from graphic novels, essay collections, poetry, and autobiographies. The Ebook Central Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Collection has more books relating to disability but also to other areas…Continue Reading Disability History Month at CityLibrary

Seven recommended resources for your courses

Image of a human heart with text and labels.

We’ve asked our Subject Librarian Team for their super seven recommended resources for the start of term. Whatever your course or personal interest, we’re sure there’s something here to spark your imagination and prove essential for assignments: BioDigital Human BioDigital Human provides interactive 3D models of human anatomy and physiology, diseases and treatments, covering over 600…Continue Reading Seven recommended resources for your courses