Herewith are the opening hours for the upcoming vacation period. Please note the change in the opening hours for the Postgraduate Commons as of Tuesday, 19th November 2024, till Sunday, 17 January 2025.

Welcome, parents of #RULOweek2025! Our campus is alive with energy as you explore the heart of student life, the RUL Library! From top resources to cosy study spots, this is where future leaders thrive. Thanks for your support—it’s key to their success! #WhereLeadersLearn

Rhodes University Libraries will be closed during the shutdown period (Dec 2024 – Jan 2025). We'll reopen on 6 January 2025 and look forward to seeing you then! Enjoy the holiday season!

[#RU120] Rhodes University librarians awarded for boosting children's literacy at the 2024 LIASA Conference @RhodesLibrary ru.ac.za/latestnews/2024lias…

We thank our attendees, panellists, and presenters for your active participation and invaluable contributions throughout Research Day 2024. Your insights and discussions have made this event a resounding success, paving the way for future collaboration. #ResearchDay2024

We are diving into Research Visibility and the power of using ORCID to boost your academic profile! Learn how to enhance discoverability and ensure your work gets the recognition it deserves. #ResearchDay2024 #ResearchVisibility #ORCID #AcademicImpact #DigitalAgeResearch

Just before the lunch break, we’re diving into Research Data Management—its history and importance—presented by our Senior Manager of User Services. Vital insights into managing and preserving research data effectively. #ResearchDay2024 #DataManagement #ResearchInsights

After a short break, we’re back with a presentation on Scholarly Integrity! Covering important topics like questionable science, predatory journals, ethical behaviours, and more. A crucial discussion for safeguarding the future of research. #ResearchDay2024 #ScholarlyIntegrity

Currently, a multidisciplinary panel on Artificial Intelligence is in full swing! Experts from Mathematics, Computer Science, Higher Education Research & Learning, and Library Services are discussing AI’s impact across fields. #ResearchDay2024 #AI #Multidisciplinary

Our Research Day has begun! The Library Director welcomed attendees, and the Programme Director introduced the DVC of Research & Innovation. In her keynote, the DVC highlighted the future of research and the power of collaboration.

Research in the Digital Age: New Frontiers and Challenges is officially about to commence! The venue is set, and our esteemed guests are arriving. We're excited to explore groundbreaking research in the digital landscape. Look at this stunning view from the library venue!

#RUEnvSci Practices and Perceptions of Foragers of Wild Resources in Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria dx.doi.org/10.1007/978-981-9…

#RUBotany Bigger genomes provide environment-dependent growth benefits in grasses dx.doi.org/10.1111/nph.20150

Research Day is Approaching! Join us for a day of discovery, innovation, and knowledge-sharing at Research Day 2024! Date: 23 October 2024 Location: RU Mian Library Registration is still OPEN! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity: bit.ly/RULResearchDay2024Reg…

Exciting News! Rhodes University Research Day is just 2 weeks away! Registrations are still OPEN – don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to engage in research in the digital age! 🗓️ Date: 23 October 2024 📍 Venue: Rhodes University 🔗 bit.ly/RULResearchDay2024Reg…

Please see below the Rhodes University Library's opening times for Swot Week and Exam Period (12 October – 14 November 2024)

Today marks my last day at @WaterResearchRU, @Rhodes_Uni. Grateful for the farewell tea and the incredible journey I've had here. It's bittersweet to say goodbye to all friends and colleagues, but I'm excited to embark on a new chapter back home at @UCAD_Senegal🇸🇳. I’ve enjoyed 🇿🇦 — here's to new beginnings and cherished memories! #NewChapter #WaterResearch #kebetu #UCAD

[FREE DOWNLOAD]: Women in Internationalisation Publication Orla Quinlan, Director of Global Engagement at Rhodes University, speaks to the structural barriers women face in the workplace, highlighting issues such as unequal pay, sexual harassment, and silencing women’s voices in collective spaces. "How many ideas proposed by women in meetings are ignored until a man repeats them?" she asks, drawing attention to the subtle but pervasive forms of discrimination that many women continue to encounter in their professional lives. 🔗[DOWNLOAD IN-TEXT]: ru.ac.za/latestnews/queensof…

Wrapping up #RUPrideWeek2024 🏳️‍🌈with a look back at the powerful start we had! The week kicked off with an inspiring keynote address by the incredible Dr @bevditsie, an internationally acclaimed LGBTQIA activist and filmmaker. Her words set the tone for a week of celebration, education, and unity. [READ]: ru.ac.za/latestnews/rhodesun…

Calling all students! Library Student Assistant Vacancies for 2025 are now open! An opportunity to work in a quiet, academic environment Apply by: 04 October 2024 Location: Main Library Don’t miss out! Apply now and be a part of the library team! #LibraryJobs #StudentJobs2025