Migration to New Library System and OneSearch Discovery Platform in Jul 2017
On 18 July 2017, all eight UGC-funded university libraries will adopt one single cloud-based shared integrated library system and discovery platform to replace eight stand-alone library systems. The new shared library system will facilitate users to search, access and request print and shared electronic collections from the eight libraries in one go. During the system migration, every effort will be made to minimize service interruptions. Please note below the important dates for services affected:
| 6 June 2017 – 17 July 2017 |
Suspension of HKALL book request & borrowing with JULAC CardDuring this period, eligible PolyU staff and students please use Interlibrary Loan Service (http://interloan.lib.polyu.edu.hk/illiad/) to request books from other UGC-funded university libraries. * Enquiry on Interlibrary Loan Service, please call 2766 6862. |
| 15 June 2017 | Due date of ALL HKALL books before launch of new system in July 2017 Due date of ALL PolyU items borrowed by JULAC Card holders, before launch of new system in July 2017 |
| 11 July 2017 | Last day to email or save “My Reading History” from myRecord (https://library.polyu.edu.hk/patroninfo) |
| 12 July – 17 July 2017 |
Suspension of 3 specific services
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| 18 July 2017 |
New library system & OneSearch discovery platform go live
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Prize Presentation Ceremony of READ@PolyU Essay Contest 2016/17
As the finale of the READ@PolyU common reading programme, the Essay Contest was organised to help students improve their writing skills. This year, it received an encouraging response and attracted over 60 entries from first-year students of all disciplines. The quality and the level of reflection displayed in the essays were truly impressive.
During the prize presentation ceremony on 19 Apr 2017, student winners received the wonderful prizes, including iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, iPad Mini 4 and book vouchers. Congratulations to you all!
During the prize presentation ceremony on 19 Apr 2017, student winners received the wonderful prizes, including iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, iPad Mini 4 and book vouchers. Congratulations to you all!
| Award | Name |
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| Champion | Miss MAK Min Yi |
| 1st Runner-up | Mr. NAZIF Jed Hassin |
| 2nd Runner-up | Mr. HO Long San |
Lucky Draw – Library Survey 2017
Thank you to everyone who completed the survey. Your insightful suggestions and comments will reshape the collections, facilities and services of the Library. All survey participants were entered into a drawing of wonderful prizes, including iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, Apple Watch, Moleskine Smart Writing Set, and more. The prize presentation ceremony was held on 6 Apr 2017. Congratulations to the following grand prize winners!
| Prize | Name |
|---|---|
| iPad Pro | Mr CHAN Kwan Ho, Angus |
| iPad Air2 (128GB) | Miss HSIEH Chi-ju, Rena |
| iPad Air2 (32GB) | Miss CHAK mei Yee, Meidy |
| iPad Air2 (32GB) | Miss CHENG Yin Tung, Jasmine |
| Moleskine Smart Writing Set | Miss LIU Hoi Kiu, Koey |
| Apple Watch | Mr. TSUI Ling Fung, Vincent |