Library News – News from TRU Library

Explore the Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada Map at TRU Library

Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada map kit now available to borrow from the library. Image of corner of map in the background.

Posted on: January 27, 2026

If you are looking for a powerful way to support learning about the histories, cultures and contemporary realities of First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, the Indigenous Peoples Atlas of Canada Map kit is now available at the TRU Library. Created through a national collaboration led by the Royal Canadian Geographical Society with…

Smooth, Smart Research Starts with Third Iron

Posted on: January 19, 2026

Third Iron is part of TRU Library’s suite of library technologies designed to improve the research experience by making it easier to discover and access scholarly articles and journals. The suite includes BrowZine, LibKey Nomad and LibKey.io, and it also integrates with our Discovery search engine. LibKey Nomad LibKey Nomad is a browser extension that…

Set Them Up for Success: Library Resources Every Student Should Know

student reviewing course material on their laptop in a busy cafe area

Posted on: January 14, 2026

Looking for ways to support your students? The library offers research help, course reserves, workshops, study spaces, and more. Help your students start the semester strong by reminding them of the library resources and services available to support their learning. Here are a few highlights you can share in your classes or course materials: Research…

Preparing for a New Semester with TRU Library

blank calendar flipped to January with paper clips in the bottom corner.

Posted on: January 6, 2026

At Thompson Rivers University Library, we are committed to supporting on-campus and open learning faculty in their teaching, research and scholarly communication. Start your semester off right with support from the 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.