{"id":21481,"date":"2023-08-29T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-29T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.edgehill.ac.uk\/ls\/?p=21481"},"modified":"2023-08-23T16:59:14","modified_gmt":"2023-08-23T15:59:14","slug":"library-and-learning-services-welcomes-all-new-students-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.edgehill.ac.uk\/ls\/2023\/08\/29\/library-and-learning-services-welcomes-all-new-students-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Library and Learning Services Welcomes All New Students 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A big, warm welcome from Library and Learning Services to all of you starting your courses this autumn. We can’t wait to meet you and be a part of your exciting journey. We are the Student Engagement team (you might hear us being referred to as UniSkills) and we’re here to make your academic life a breeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We know that starting university can be a whirlwind of excitement and there’s lots to take in. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back! We’ve carefully curated some essential information to help you navigate your first weeks with ease. In this handy blog, you’ll find all you need to know about your Learning and Support Services Induction<\/a>, how to make the most of UniSkills support<\/a>, and tips to locate your academic resources like a pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Learning and Support Services Induction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To get started, head over to the Learning and Support Services Induction<\/a> page, where you’ll find an engaging interactive toolkit <\/a>waiting for you. Feel free to explore it at your own pace or simply watch the handy video recording<\/a> instead. This induction will introduce you to the three essential support Services in Catalyst: Library and Learning Services<\/a>, Student Services<\/a>, and Careers<\/a>. Learn about how each Service can enrich your experience and discover how easy it is to access their invaluable support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re curious about Catalyst and want to find out more about the services and facilities we’ve got the perfect solution. Join us for a Student Led Catalyst Tour! <\/strong>Our friendly Student Advisors will be available to give you a guided tour of the building, showcase its resources, and familiarise you with the available support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Date<\/th>Time<\/th>Duration<\/th>Meeting Location<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Friday 1 September 2023<\/td>10am-3pm (last tour 2:30pm)<\/td>Tours last roughly 20-30 minutes<\/td>Catalyst Foyer<\/td><\/tr>
Monday 25 September 2023<\/td>10am-3pm (last tour 2:30pm)<\/td>Tours last roughly 20-30 minutes<\/td>Catalyst Foyer<\/td><\/tr>
Tuesday 26 September 2023<\/td>10am-3pm (last tour 2:30pm)<\/td>Tours last roughly 20-30 minutes<\/td>Catalyst Foyer<\/td><\/tr>
Wednesday 27 September 2023<\/td>10am-3pm (last tour 2:30pm)<\/td>Tours last roughly 20-30 minutes<\/td>Catalyst Foyer<\/td><\/tr>
Thursday 28 September<\/td>10am-3pm (last tour 2:30pm)<\/td>Tours last roughly 20-30 minutes<\/td>Catalyst Foyer<\/td><\/tr>
Friday 29 September<\/td>10am-3pm (last tour 2:30pm)<\/td>Tours last roughly 20-30 minutes<\/td>Catalyst Foyer<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>
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If you can\u2019t wait to visit Catalyst you can take a Student Led Virtual Catalyst Tour <\/strong>or explore our interactive 360 Catalyst Tour<\/strong> over on the Learning and Support Services Induction page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Academic Skills Support – UniSkills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

UniSkills <\/strong>provide a wide range of face-to-face and virtual support <\/strong>designed to help you develop your academic skills<\/strong> and confidence <\/strong>at University. A great place to begin exploring the support on offer is the UniSkills web pages<\/a>. On here you\u2019ll discover handy guides, video tutorials<\/strong> and interactive online toolkits<\/strong> all available 24\/7<\/strong> around a wide variety of topics including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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