Library Services Blog

Support from the Library and Skills Centre over the May Bank Holidays

Whether you are in Sheffield or elsewhere, the Library and Skills Centre is here to support you during the May Bank Holidays. 

Key points

• The libraries are open 24/7

• If you want to study in the library, you can book your learning space in advance

• Access many resources online wherever you are, including ebooks, using Library Search

• Library Chat is available 24/7

Using the library over the Bank Holidays

• Adsetts and Collegiate libraries are open 24/7 with security staff on duty at all times

• Please remember your SHUcard to enter the library

• Book your learning spaces in advance to guarantee your favourite space

• Library cafés will be closed, but there are vending machines, access to hot water and a microwave, and space to eat your own food

Key points

• The Skills Centre will be closed on the following days:

  • Friday 2 May at 5pm and reopens Tuesday 6 May from 9am

  • Friday 23 May at 5pm and reopens Wednesday 28 May from 9am

• You can access the following resources from the Library's Skills Centre over the extended Easter weekend:

  • Independent study resources, including Skill Guides and e-modules on a wide range of academic skills topics.

  • Watch recordings of all sessions, including recent 'Research Project Month' webinars for dissertations.

  • Get instant feedback on your citations, similarity and grammar with the Turnitin Draft Coach add-in for Microsoft Word.

How to get help and support

• 24/7 support via chat for library help

• 24/7 Library IT support - 0114 225 2222