Library News – News from TRU Library

New Accessibility Features in EBSCO eBooks

e-reader on top of a notebook with glasses in the bottom right corner

Posted on: December 9, 2025

EBSCO eBooks now comes with enhanced tools that make reading easier for everyone. From alternative formats and text-to-speech to customizable spacing and detailed accessibility information, these updates help remove barriers and create a more inclusive experience for all readers.

Updates from the Williams Lake Campus Library

TRU Williams Lake Campus entrance with greenery

Posted on: November 24, 2025

Discover the latest from the Williams Lake Campus Library! Events, collections, resources and more to keep connected with our campus community and support learning journeys.

Explore Student Research at the 2025 Undergraduate Research Showcase

Three students collaborating on a research project.

Posted on: November 17, 2025

The TRU Campus and Kamloops communities are invited to the 2025 Undergraduate Research Showcase, happening December 1–4 in the House of Learning Learning Commons. Co-hosted by the Office of the Vice-President Research and TRU Library, this annual event highlights the creativity and hard work of TRU undergraduate students through engaging poster presentations. Showcase Schedule Monday,…

Eva Lu, Discovery Librarian, joins TRU Library

Welcome to the team, Eva Lu, TRU Library's new discovery librarian

Posted on: October 24, 2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Eva Lu to the TRU Library team as our new Discovery Librarian! Eva brings a rich blend of academic excellence and professional experience to this pivotal role. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours with Distinction) and a Master of Information from the University of Toronto, where she specialized in Library…

Updates from the Law Library

Students walking past the reading room in Old Main.

Posted on: October 7, 2025

As the fall term unfolds, we are busier than ever. From new displays to presentations, here’s what’s been going on over at the Law Library in Old Main.

Skip the Line: Use Your Digital Student ID at Library Self-Checkout!

Posted on: September 8, 2025

Did you know your Digital Student ID Card doubles as your library card? That’s right, borrowing books just got easier!

Supporting Faculty Success: TRU Library Services for Teaching and Research

Posted on: September 2, 2025

Whether you’re designing a new course, conducting research, or publishing your work, our team is here to help. Here are some of the core services available to faculty.

Understanding Article Processing Charges for Open Access Publishing

Article Processing Charges and open access journals.

Posted on: August 25, 2025

Many OA journals require authors to pay an Article Processing Charge (APC) to cover publishing costs that are typically funded through subscriptions. Learn more about grant opportunities and discounts available!

Discover TRUSpace: TRU’s Institutional Repository

TRUSpace stores and makes available the research and resources that make TRU unique.

Posted on: August 19, 2025

TRUSpace is Thompson Rivers University’s institutional repository, offering open access to faculty research, student theses, Indigenous language resources, and more. With thousands of items across 23 collections, it’s a rich resource for learning, teaching, and discovery. Ready to share your work or explore TRU’s scholarly and creative output? Start with TRUSpace.