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The cloud… we’re all using it. It stores our photographs, emails and documents, it powers our internet searches, and our increasing use of AI tools. Think about how much our lives have come to depend on the cloud, as it enables us to study, to work, and enjoy our leisure time. It’s made itself indispensable […]
The Library launched the new Salford Authors initiative in February with a week of in-person and online events. We had a great online reach leading up to the events with over 10,000 views across social media. The launch succeeded with around 150 attendees and positive feedback, prompting requests for future similar events. The main event, […]
Aiden Simpson and Mahirah Rahman, students on the English MA module Regional and World Literatures, have been awarded prizes for their engagement with the Walter Greenwood Archive in their assessment. Greenwood was a working-class writer born in Salford in 1903. His debut novel, Love on the Dole, was published in 1933 and was an immediate […]
Does formatting your documents in Word give you a headache? Could your PowerPoint presentations look more professional? Perhaps you wonder if you’re using Excel in the most effective way? If you feel less than positive about your Microsoft 365 skills, then a visit to our Microsoft 365 Courses web page will set you on the right […]
Imagine it now… you’re in front of the interview panel and they have asked about your knowledge of Microsoft Office tools. You might seek to assure them, saying “Oh yes… I have great Word and PowerPoint skills, and can analyse data using Excel…”, but how can you actually demonstrate that? Simple. Show prospective employers that […]
These top tips will have you dancing like snow in a snow globe As the end of trimester one gets nearer, your assignment deadlines may seem to be fast approaching. A few key hacks however can help you take control of your deadlines, rather than it feel like they control you. Among the most effective […]
Do you only want to watch the films that the big distributors want you to see? Or do you want to choose – for free – more eclectic films that have made cinematic history, or find videos and films that will help with your learning? If yes, then Kanopy is your thing. It’s free as […]
Although many people find them to be a frightening experience, interviews are a crucial step in the hiring process. An employer can discover more about you, your qualifications, and your experience. You get the chance to highlight your suitability for the position and show why you are the best applicant during the interview. It is […]
Lean Library is a great way to make it easier to access e-resources you come across when searching and browsing online. When its pop-up icon appears on your screen, just click for resource access options. It’s already saved Salford users over 30,000 hours in 2023 – how much time could you save? Lean Library lets […]
It’s difficult to define exactly, what makes a zine a zine. Zines do not have any set subject or design. You have complete freedom when making one. The only common terms that come up when describing a zine are DIY, self-published and not for profit. They started being made in the 1920s/30s as a way […]