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SSMU LIF Support Strengthens 3D Printing Services at Schulich Library

Red filament for 3D printer

Thanks to the generous support of the Students’ Society of McGill University (SSMU) Library Improvement Fund, McGill Libraries has expanded its 3D printing service with the addition of two new 3D printers: an Ultimaker S3 and an Ultimaker S5. Funding …

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New Quiet Pods Enhance Work Options at the Marvin Duchow Music Library

Quiet pods at Marvin Duchow Music Library

La version française suit Thanks to the generous support of McGill University’s Post-Graduate Students’ Society (PGSS) Library Improvement Fund, the Marvin Duchow Music Library has two new quiet pods for student use. Located at the north end of the library’s …

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Welcome to the Wellness Corner

Little free library shelf and lamp located in Wellness Corner.

Welcome to the Wellness Corner, a quiet space for students to relax, take a break from studying, and step away from their devices. This space is intended for quiet relaxation and is not intended for studying, virtual or in-person meetings, …

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New Quiet Pods Now Available at the Macdonald Campus Library

Mac Framery pods located on the third floor

La version française suit The Macdonald Campus Library is pleased to offer two new quiet study pods, funded by the Post-Graduate Students’ Society of McGill University (PGSS). The pods provide a quiet, enclosed space for individual study, online meetings, interviews, …

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Adjustable Desks and Ergonomic Chairs Now Available at the Islamic Studies Library

close up of adjustable desks at Islamic Studies Library

We’re delighted to announce that the Islamic Studies Library has added four new height‑adjustable desks and four ergonomic chairs to our study space – made possible through the generous support of the Post‑Graduate Students’ Society (PGSS). The new adjustable desks …

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By You, For You | Student Support and McGill Libraries

Collage of different library photos

Students are at the heart of McGill Libraries. This Giving Tuesday, and always, we celebrate student society support that helps improve services, collections, and spaces at McGill through the years. Recent projects supported by students have included student employment, extended …

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New Student-Funded Additions Enhance Spaces at the Marvin Duchow Music Library

SSMU funded reference desk

Thanks to the support of the Students’ Society of McGill University (SSMU) Library Improvement Fund, the Marvin Duchow Music Library has added two new pieces of furniture and equipment designed to improve the student experience. A new mobile reference desk …

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By students for students: celebrating student society support of Libraries

Thumbnail grid of student employees.

Students are at the heart of McGill Libraries. This Giving Tuesday, and always, we are grateful for student society support that helps improve services, collections, and spaces at McGill year in and year out. Past projects have included student employment, …

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Student Spotlight: Olivia Dalton at the McGill University Archives

Olivia Dalton smiling at the camera standing in front of bookshelves.

Student employment in the McGill Library benefits the entire McGill community. At 100+ strong this academic year, McGill Library student workers gain valuable work experience while engaging in academic pursuits.  Student navigators, curatorial interns, special project assistants and student researchers …

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Student Spotlight: Maëlys Lemonnier at the McGill University Archives

Maëlys Lemonnier smiling at the camera standing in front of a bookshelf.

Student employment in the McGill Library benefits the entire McGill community. At 100+ strong this academic year, McGill Library student workers gain valuable work experience while engaging in academic pursuits.  Student navigators, curatorial interns, special project assistants and student researchers …

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