What's on

View the Library's current and upcoming workshops, events, talks and exhibitions. Join us in person or online (where available).

Colour: Inflexions and Interactions

This exhibition displays scientific, artistic, and philosophic books about colour theory and light alongside colour charts and other printed matter.

Exhibitions:
On display from December 2024.
Levels 3 & 5 Main Library, and UNSW Art & Design Paddington Library.

In person event
Scholarly Resources for Teaching

Are you an academic looking to source reliable scholarly content for your teaching? Join us for our Term 1 Scholarly Resources for Teaching events.

3 February - 14 February

Registration required.

In person and online
Cover Crushes

Join us this O-Week for free art, craft and activities inspired by Make or Break's mural in Main Library. Get acquainted with our spaces and book collection to claim your limited edition tote bag and pencil case!

O-Week, Thursday 11 February, 3pm - 4pm.

Drop-in - no registration.
Find out more.

In person activity
Discover your Library

Did you know UNSW Library is the perfect place to start your study journey? Join us for a tour or an introduction at one of our Libraries!

O-Week:

  • Main Library - Monday 10 to Friday 14 February
  • Law Library - Thursday 13 February
  • Paddington Library -  Wednesday 12 February

Limited sessions available, registration required.

In person events
Library Peer Mentors: Meet and greet

Are you new to UNSW? Would you like to meet other students and find out more about what student life is like at UNSW? Join us for light refreshments and a casual chat.

O-Week:

  • Tuesday 11 February, 4pm
  • Thursday 13 February, 4pm

Registration required.

In person events
Library essentials for teaching

UNSW teaching staff - learn about library resources to support your teaching, tailored workshops and more. Librarians will provide insight into how we can collaborate with you.

Tuesday 11 February, 3pm - 4pm

Registration required.

In person events
Library Pirate Scavenger Hunt

Hi there, matey! Set sail for adventure and use your sea legs for a Pirate Scavenger Hunt. Follow the clues hidden throughout Main Library and seek your reward.

O-Week, Thursday 13 February, 2pm - 4pm.

Registration required.

In person activity
Scholarly Resources for Students

Are you a student looking to source reliable scholarly content for your assignments? Join us for our Term 1 Scholarly Resources for Students events. These sessions are designed to help you get the most out of UNSW Library subscribed resources.

17 February - 28 February

Registration required.

In person workshops
Library Peer Mentors

Need help with your academic studies and university life? Drop in or book ahead during term time.

Library Peer Mentors will be back in Term 1 2025.

Register for our weekly activities and chat about the week's topic with free afternoon tea.

Find out more.

In person activities
Library drop-in sessions at UNSW Teaching Commons

UNSW teaching staff - come and meet your Outreach Librarian at the UNSW Teaching Commons! Get personalised support and advice on maximising library resources and services, receive guidance in customising reading lists, and setting up tailored pre-work tutorials.

O-Week - Week 10, Tuesday -Thursday, 11am - 12pm.

Meet your Outreach Librarians.

In person activities
Library Hacks

Library Hacks are a series of workshops for new and returning students throughout term. These sessions will familiarise you with everything the Library has to offer and help you develop key skills you need to succeed at UNSW.

Find out more.

In person activities