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Visit to the University of St Andrews Library, North Street, St Andrews, KY16 9TR.
Wednesday 23rd January 2013.
On the eve of its 600th anniversary, you are invited to visit the University of St Andrews Library by the Career Development Group (Scottish Division). The visit will include a guided tour of the recently re-developed Main Library and the King James Library.
Founded in the 15th Century, St Andrews is Scotland’s first University. The Library was founded in 1612 by royal gift, and since then has provided resources to support the teaching and research needs of members of the University. The Library contains over 1million print volumes, as well as access to over 12,000 electronic journals. Its Special Collections department contains some 210,000 early and rare printed volumes, along with important manuscript and photographic collections.
This event is free, but we would welcome contributions to the CDG International Projects fund. There are 25 places available, so please confirm your attendance before 18th January 2013.
Programme
13.30 - Arrival at the University of St Andrews Main Library
13.40 - Tour of the Main Library
14.25 - Tour of the King James Library
14.45 - Tea and Coffee in the Senate Room
15.00 - Special Collections at the University of St Andrews presented by Daryl Green, Acting Rare Books Librarian
15.25 - The Main Library Re-development project presented by Graeme Hawes, Library User Services Manager
15.45 - Finish
16.00 - CDG Committee Meeting. Anyone interested in joining the Committee, is welcome to attend.
Bookings
For further information, or to book a place, please contact Helen Faulds, email:[log in to unmask]
We look forward to seeing you there.
Helen Faulds
Senior Collections Officer
University of St Andrews
University Library
North Street
St Andrews
KY16 9TR
Tel: 01334 462304
Fax: 01334 462282
Email: [log in to unmask]
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