Newsletter Issue: 63 (Sept 2025)

Welcome to PolyU Library! Let’s get Orientated!

The Library has organised Orientation sessions to help you kickstart your academic journey! Explore the Library's vast resources, services, and search tools designed to support your learning and research. Through an informative orientation video and comprehensive library guides, you'll gain essential insights to maximise your library experience. Whether you're a freshman or a new academic staff member, this is your gateway to success at PolyU.

Library Workshops and Online Courses – Join Now!

Welcome to the new academic year! Ready to boost your academic journey? To support your learning and research, the Library is offering a series of workshops and four different online courses this new semester. These programmes are designed to help you effectively utilise information and Library resources. Discover how to get the most out of our resources and become a proficient and confident information user!

Use of AI in Learning

Whether you are new to PolyU or just starting your academic research journey, we offer a comprehensive suite of AI learning resources designed to support your success. Take advantage of our AI Workshop for practical, hands-on learning; consult our 24/7 AI LibGuide for quick tips and guidance; and enroll in our self-paced online course to master essential research skills infused with AI insights. Explore these valuable resources to power up your studies with AI today!

READ@PolyU – Spark Your Passion for Reading, Exchange Perspectives, Grow Together

This year, we select One Day by David Nicholls as our common book. Get your free copy of the award-winning novel and participate in a book chat group to explore themes of love and ambition. Let’s spark your passion for reading and connect through shared experiences.

Enhancement of Study Space and Facilities

Over the summer, the Library underwent an exciting transformation, with upgraded furniture and equipment introduced throughout its various floors. These enhancements demonstrate our ongoing commitment to providing a comfortable and versatile environment that supports a wide range of learning styles and needs.

Introducing the JULAC Library Card Collection Station

We are excited to announce the launch of the new JULAC Library Card Collection Station! Eligible PolyU staff and students can now easily collect their JULAC Library Card upon successful application, granting access to all UGC-funded university libraries in Hong Kong. Simply apply online, and once your card is ready, pick it up at your convenience from our self-service collection station on the Library Podium Floor.

New Multi-function Printers: Enhanced Features for Your Convenience

Discover the new Multi-function Printers (MFP) on 3/F and 4/F of the Library, designed to enhance your copying, printing and scanning experiences. Learn more about the exciting new features here.

Celebrating the Winners of the 2024/25 Metaverse Contest and What’s Next for 2025/26

Get to know the winners of the 2024/25 Metaverse Contest and get ready for the exciting Metaverse + AI Contest launching soon!

Fostering Open Science through PolyU Institutional Research Archive and PolyU Research Data Repository

Open science is a global movement aimed at making research freely accessible and transparent to everyone. Embrace open access for your research outputs and open data by utilising the PolyU Institutional Research Archive (PIRA) and the PolyU Research Data Repository. This will not only support the open science movement but also enhance the visibility of research by our research staff and postgraduate students.

Curated Educational Resources for You: PolyU Open Educational Resources (OER) Portal

When you need supplementary learning materials beyond your course readings, the PolyU OER Portal is your go-to resource. It offers a vast collection of videos, MOOCs, case studies, and lectures, all meticulously curated by subject librarians and faculty members, and endorsed by senior students. You can easily find what you need by searching with subject, course code, or keyword. Plus, student reviews are available to help you select the most beneficial materials for your studies.

From Inspiration to Innovation: PolyU OWS Showcase Highlights Student Brilliance

Have you seen the life-size mannequin or the Passenger Information Display as you pass by the Library? These are just two examples among an array of award-winning exhibits created by PolyU students, currently on display at the Outstanding Work by Students (OWS) Showcase on the Library Podium Floor. Through engaging feature stories and vibrant posters, you can experience how these students transformed innovative ideas into exceptional achievements.

EndNote 2025 Now Available for Download

Download EndNote 2025 today to explore its new AI features and enhancements. The latest version of this reference management tool streamlines your research process and makes managing references easier and more efficient.

Rare Books on China & East Asia: A Treasure Trove of Chinese History

Accessible via our Digital Collections Portal, the Rare Books on China and East Asia digital collection preserves and disseminates significant historical works created by Western observers and scholars from the 18th to early 20th centuries. The collection encompasses a range of themes, including social life, missionary activity, religion, travel, literature, and commerce.