Ducks on campus! Read Florence Long’s blog post about an unexpected find in the university archives. It’ll drive you quackers! As an English Literature graduate, I had a number of […]
A year in the university archives and special collections
With Covid-19 impacting on access to the CCCU Library and archives during 2020 and 2021, staff and students have been working on projects behind the scenes to improve accessibility and […]
The Father of Modern Fantasy
George Macdonald, Scottish minister, author and poet, is often regarded as the father of modern fantasy literature. In this blog post, Tihomir Gankov, third year creative writing student, and Michelle […]
Pearl growing
Pearl growing is a way of describing the process of hopping from one source to another, for example reading a book, then following up foot notes and references to develop […]
You’re coming to CCCU! Get uni-ready with our top tips on pre-reading
With the summer stretching before you, you may be wondering how you can fill your time before starting uni. Why not try some of our top tips on pre-reading.
Thoughts on margarine – what does the man in the street think?
Mass Observation (1937-1967) and Mass Observation Project (1981-2009) are two social research projects conducted during the 20th century. Read on to find out more about the mass observation project, and […]
Mental Health Awareness Week – Connect With Nature
“Nature is our great untapped resource for a mentally healthy future” – Mental Health Foundation Has the link between nature and mental health ever been more evident? After over a […]
Your Support Your Way – Wellbeing with Kanopy Great Courses
Kanopy (https://www.kanopy.com/) is a streaming service that allows the Library to bring to you a range of diverse and thoughtful entertainment. There are no fees and no adverts to interrupt your viewing pleasure. […]
Mark Weston – The Mary Weston of athletics
Mark Weston, national champion, participated in many UK field events, within female athletics of the 1920’s . One, of many, individuals in sport with intersex characteristics. Here’s his story and […]