The library has embarked on a journey to record and document ‘tacit knowledge’ of its retired scholars; many who are distinguished and reputable experts in their fields. There is understandably a need to gather non-quantifiable knowledge from these individuals before … Continue reading
Background The Malayan Railway was the only transport system providing nationwide public rail in the early 60s. Its lines ran from Singapore up the west side of the central mountain chain to the Malayan-Thai frontier, and from Gemas through the … Continue reading
The 24 hour study area of the Library was set up in 2014 to provide a space for students to revise their studies and other types of learning after the library is closed. Not wanting to be a static, sepulchral space, … Continue reading
The library carnival held annually at the Central Library, University of Malaya provides an opportunity for the library and its staff to highlight their services and resources to students, staff, and faculty during the event. This year the event was … Continue reading
A report by the International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) Sub-committee Chairpersons Joint satellite meeting by Reference and Information Services Section and Information Technology Section “Reinventing Reference with Technology Transformations” Thursday 23 August, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur … Continue reading
After months of hard work, attending courses here, there and everywhere from the quaint town of Ulu Langat across the paddy field of Tanjung Karang for the past 8 months and after many nights of brainstorming sessions, the Library KIK … Continue reading
The world most viewed sporting event has kicked off in Russia. Featuring 32 teams from all over the world, many are mesmerized by the World Cup matches. If you feel like brushing your knowledge in soccer, here are some books … Continue reading
One Thousand Million Smiles… Sudirman Haji Arshad Exhibition ‘One Thousand Million Smiles Exhibition … Sudirman Haji Arshad’ – is a one of a kind, mini exhibition of the late Datuk Sudirman Haji Arshad serving to honor his legacy as Asia’s … Continue reading
Today, Tan Sri P Ramlee would have been 89 years of age. In the 45 years since his untimely death, P Ramlee remains the biggest name in the Malay world of entertainment. Born on March 22, 1929 in Penang … Continue reading
Looking for general and specialized reference collection which can provide reliable definitions, factual and background information for your research project? Well look no further as the library has just subscribed to 12 Oxford References Collection this year : OXFORD REFERENCES … Continue reading
