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🌸 Hello, Spring!

Please take note of our updated hours for the Spring term:

Regular Hours
Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: Closed

The first floor of the RLLC remains accessible 24/7 for your study needs.

🪪 A friendly reminder: If you are visiting us outside of our regular hours, please have your ONECard ready to show security when requested.

Calvin the Cougar says: “Don’t be a wild animal in the library!”

Our Student Ambassadors teamed up with Calvin to show you how to keep our study spaces “paws-itive” for everyone. 🐾

The Library Lowdown:

Pods are for Peeps: One person per study pod, please! No sardine-packing allowed. 🐟

Leave No Trace: Clean up your snacks and scraps in the group rooms.

Book Box ≠ Trash Can: Books go in, trash stays out. It’s in the name! 📖

Volume Check: Keep the roar to a whisper. 🤫

Let’s keep it chill and keep it clean. Go Cougars! 🐾✨

Ever wonder who’s on the other side of that chat bubble? 💬👋

Meet some of the awesome library team members answering your questions in real time! No automated bots or AI here. Just real people who want to help you succeed! Drop us a question anytime!

Librarians are great for your degree. 🎓

Did you know we have Subject Librarians for every department on campus? Our librarians have also built custom Subject Guides to help you find the best information sources for your assignments and your discipline.

🔗 Link in bio to find your guide or book a 1-on-1 with a librarian!

Longer days and warmer nights create the perfect vibe for some recreational reading! The second floor of the RLLC has the perfect selection for anyone that wants to unwind and relax with a good book in hand ✨📚🛋️

What’s on your TBR list right now? Let us know below! 👇

🎨 From Side-Hustles to Study Guides 🔓

Not all Creative Commons licenses are created equal! When using that majestic (or terrifying) Canada Goose photo, check the tags:

✅ Commercial: Look for CC BY or CC BY-SA if you're using it for work that makes money.
🚫 Non-Commercial: Spot a -NC? That work is strictly for your school or non-profit personal projects.

Respect the creator, follow the license, and keep the Creative Commons growing. 🌍✨

🔗 Learn more about the Creative Commons licenses visit library.mtroyal.ca/copyright

🎨 From Side-Hustles to Study Guides 🔓

Not all Creative Commons licenses are created equal! When using that majestic (or terrifying) Canada Goose photo, check the tags:

✅ Commercial: Look for CC BY or CC BY-SA if you're using it for work that makes money.
🚫 Non-Commercial: Spot a -NC? That work is strictly for your school or non-profit personal projects.

Respect the creator, follow the license, and keep the Creative Commons growing. 🌍✨

🔗 Learn more about the Creative Commons licenses visit library.mtroyal.ca/copyright

🎨 From Side-Hustles to Study Guides 🔓

Not all Creative Commons licenses are created equal! When using that majestic (or terrifying) Canada Goose photo, check the tags:

✅ Commercial: Look for CC BY or CC BY-SA if you're using it for work that makes money.
🚫 Non-Commercial: Spot a -NC? That work is strictly for your school or non-profit personal projects.

Respect the creator, follow the license, and keep the Creative Commons growing. 🌍✨

🔗 Learn more about the Creative Commons licenses visit library.mtroyal.ca/copyright

🎨 From Side-Hustles to Study Guides 🔓

Not all Creative Commons licenses are created equal! When using that majestic (or terrifying) Canada Goose photo, check the tags:

✅ Commercial: Look for CC BY or CC BY-SA if you're using it for work that makes money.
🚫 Non-Commercial: Spot a -NC? That work is strictly for your school or non-profit personal projects.

Respect the creator, follow the license, and keep the Creative Commons growing. 🌍✨

🔗 Learn more about the Creative Commons licenses visit library.mtroyal.ca/copyright

🎨 From Side-Hustles to Study Guides 🔓

Not all Creative Commons licenses are created equal! When using that majestic (or terrifying) Canada Goose photo, check the tags:

✅ Commercial: Look for CC BY or CC BY-SA if you're using it for work that makes money.
🚫 Non-Commercial: Spot a -NC? That work is strictly for your school or non-profit personal projects.

Respect the creator, follow the license, and keep the Creative Commons growing. 🌍✨

🔗 Learn more about the Creative Commons licenses visit library.mtroyal.ca/copyright

🎨 From Side-Hustles to Study Guides 🔓

Not all Creative Commons licenses are created equal! When using that majestic (or terrifying) Canada Goose photo, check the tags:

✅ Commercial: Look for CC BY or CC BY-SA if you're using it for work that makes money.
🚫 Non-Commercial: Spot a -NC? That work is strictly for your school or non-profit personal projects.

Respect the creator, follow the license, and keep the Creative Commons growing. 🌍✨

🔗 Learn more about the Creative Commons licenses visit library.mtroyal.ca/copyright

🎨 From Side-Hustles to Study Guides 🔓

Not all Creative Commons licenses are created equal! When using that majestic (or terrifying) Canada Goose photo, check the tags:

✅ Commercial: Look for CC BY or CC BY-SA if you're using it for work that makes money.
🚫 Non-Commercial: Spot a -NC? That work is strictly for your school or non-profit personal projects.

Respect the creator, follow the license, and keep the Creative Commons growing. 🌍✨

🔗 Learn more about the Creative Commons licenses visit library.mtroyal.ca/copyright

🎨 From Side-Hustles to Study Guides 🔓

Not all Creative Commons licenses are created equal! When using that majestic (or terrifying) Canada Goose photo, check the tags:

✅ Commercial: Look for CC BY or CC BY-SA if you're using it for work that makes money.
🚫 Non-Commercial: Spot a -NC? That work is strictly for your school or non-profit personal projects.

Respect the creator, follow the license, and keep the Creative Commons growing. 🌍✨

🔗 Learn more about the Creative Commons licenses visit library.mtroyal.ca/copyright

🎨 From Side-Hustles to Study Guides 🔓

Not all Creative Commons licenses are created equal! When using that majestic (or terrifying) Canada Goose photo, check the tags:

✅ Commercial: Look for CC BY or CC BY-SA if you're using it for work that makes money.
🚫 Non-Commercial: Spot a -NC? That work is strictly for your school or non-profit personal projects.

Respect the creator, follow the license, and keep the Creative Commons growing. 🌍✨

🔗 Learn more about the Creative Commons licenses visit library.mtroyal.ca/copyright

We want you to join our ambassador team for the 2026-2027 school year!

If you’re creative, love the library, and have an interest in social media, this position is for you. We’re looking for up to two more ambassadors to help us connect with the MRU community.

This position is perfect for students from any discipline that are looking to gain experience in outreach, engagement, and content creation.

To apply, check out the full job description and application details at the link in our bio before the May 11 deadline!

New semester, new goals. We’ve got you!📚✨

Whether you’re tackling your first research paper or a final group project, the Library is here to help.

Visit the Service Desk or chat with us online to:

🔍 Find expert research & citation support

💻 Grab tech, laptops, and course textbooks

🖨️ Get the hang of on-campus printing

🎧 Find the best quiet study or group spots

There’s so much waiting for you here. See you at the Library! 👋

From internships to summer campfires, here’s what some MRU students (and soon to be graduates) are up to this summer! 💙✨

Thanks for the inspo @westernulibs

🎓it’s the end of an era for Nyachang (proud of her!), but it could be the beginning of one for you! Apply to be a Library Ambassador today and you could join Abby and Arshita in the fall semester. Details in bio!

There’s still time to submit your outstanding projects for the Library Awards for Research Excellence. From solo papers to group creative works, we’re looking for students who have mastered the art of the "deep dive."

Winning projects receive $750 to $1,500, but a complete application is key! Swipe through to see the four essential pieces you need to submit by May 4 at 11:59 p.m.

Ready to apply?
Head to mru.ca/libraryawards to finalize your submission. We can’t wait to read your stories! 📚🎓

There’s still time to submit your outstanding projects for the Library Awards for Research Excellence. From solo papers to group creative works, we’re looking for students who have mastered the art of the "deep dive."

Winning projects receive $750 to $1,500, but a complete application is key! Swipe through to see the four essential pieces you need to submit by May 4 at 11:59 p.m.

Ready to apply?
Head to mru.ca/libraryawards to finalize your submission. We can’t wait to read your stories! 📚🎓

Not just outcomes—process matters. While final products (reports, presentations) often get the recognition, they don’t show the full picture. Behind every deliverable are hidden processes, constraints, and learning experiences that shape the result. Students’ willpower, passion, and growth deserve recognition first. By valuing these, we can sustain momentum and better empower students to reach strong final outcomes.

Thank you for such thoughtful reflections and insights into what goes into a systems thinking project

✨ Zainab Zaidi and Nooriya Zaidi - "Alberta Public Healthcare Deterioration"

✨ Aleaha Florence - "The Opioid Crisis"

✨ Andres Gomez - "The Attention Economy: Digital Overstimulation"

✨ Dana Dutton - "Youth Loneliness"

✨ Mohamad Kamel, Amelia Gutfriend, Laura Gonzalez, and Cameran Christianson - "The Underfunding of Alberta's Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) Program"