In the third episode, Holly is joined by Julie Baldwin, who is a research Librarian at the University of Nottingham. The discussion centres around external funding organisations & their open access policies, the transition to a more unified approach to these mandates, rights retention, & the ever shifting scholarly communications landscape. Diamond open access is also a topic of conversation. Links and resources mentioned in this episode:    http://www.openaccessweek.org/   https://www.mdpi.com/2304-6775/6/3/31 https://www.ukri.org/publications/ukri-open-access-policy/&n ..read more

Episode two focuses on a discussion around persistent identifiers (PIDs) such as ORCiD, RAiD, and DOIs, thinking about the challenges associated with them such as repository integrations, what sits behind PIDs, accessing the information that they point to and how they can help recognise contributions to scholarly outputs. The future of PIDs in the scholarly communications landscape is also a topic of conversation. Holly is joined by special guests, Kirsty Wallis, Head of Research Liaison at University College London and Dr. Adam Vials Moore, Product specialist for PIDs ..read more

The release of this podcast is in celebration of OA week and hosted by the University's Repository and Open Access Librarian, Holly Limbert. This episode focuses on a discussion around the #ebookSOS campaign, open access books, and equity in access to information. She is joined by special guest, Caroline Ball, the Academic Librarian supporting Business, Law and Social Sciences at the University. Links and resources mentioned in this episode:  http://www.openaccessweek.org/  https://academicebookinvestigation.org/  https://www.ukri.org/publications/ukri-open-access-policy ..read more

Alex interviews Eliza Patrascu about her reflections from her time at university. Eliza discusses her mindset that she held at the start of university and her mindset towards university now that she has graduated. We also discuss learning your limits, and going to the world with an open mind.    Links and resources mentioned in this episode:  Library Skills Workshops: https://libcal.derby.ac.uk/calendar/events/?cid=4256&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal=4256&ct=33107&inc=0  Your Academic Librarians run drop in clinics that can be found through this calendar: https ..read more

In this episode, Alex interviews recent first class graduate Liz Hayden about her experiences of getting involved as a student whilst studying at the University of Derby. Liz discusses finding and going on a placement year, volunteering through societies and how you can get your volunteering accredited through the futures award.   Links and resources mentioned in this episode:   Futures Award Explained: https://www.derby.ac.uk/blog/university-of-derby-futures-award/  Societies: https://www.derbyunion.co.uk/getinvolved/societies/  Careers Website (Student Login Required): ht ..read more

Recent foundation year Law student Katie Harrod and host Alexander Wood discuss their experiences in finding their feet at the start of university. We discuss our reflections from our first year, how you can settle in and make friends, and how you aren't alone if you are feeling overwhelmed in your first few weeks.    Links to resources discussed in the episode: Understanding the Question Video: https://youtu.be/WBtwApeIr8k   Note Taking Videos:   What notes should I take: https://youtu.be/dYHIKVFVQnk  How should I take notes: https://youtu.be/dYHIKVFVQnk   Releva ..read more

In this episode, Alex interviews recent first class graduate Joseph Webster about how critical thinking has applied throughout his student experience. Alex and Joseph discuss how critical can be used for deciding what opportunities to take and when and our advice for being successful as a student. Alex and Joseph also discuss getting the most out of your placement  Links and resources mentioned in this episode:   Critical Thinking Podcast: https://youtu.be/FOAUjnEmxlA Critical Thinking Skills Guide: https://libguides.derby.ac.uk/criticalthinking The critical questions video: https ..read more

In this episode, Alex interviews recent first class graduate Anisha Johal her experiences as a student. Anisha got involved throughout her time at university to develop her skills and find her passions.   Links and resources mentioned in this episode:   Boldness Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7oiRACf9jI9AhFv6XV2I3D?si=0a25186b2bd44699 Organisation Podcast:  https://youtu.be/E6cHuYNF-PI   Problem Solving Podcast: https://youtu.be/4PlAL93ykWA    Library Skills Workshops: https://libcal.derby.ac.uk/calendar/events/?cid=4256&t=g&d=0000-00-00&cal ..read more

In this episode, Alex interviews recent first class graduate Sam Chikowore about how he found his feet as an international following moving 6000 miles from Zimbabwe to study at Derby. Sam discusses how he made friends, and how his experiences as a Marketing Representative helped him to develop his skills and find success as a student.  Links and resources mentioned in this episode:  Boldness Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7oiRACf9jI9AhFv6XV2I3D?si=0a25186b2bd44699 Organisation Podcast:  https://youtu.be/E6cHuYNF-PI  Problem Solving Podcast: https://youtu.be/4PlAL ..read more

In this episode, Alex interviews recent graduate and former Vice President Education of the Union of Students Scarlet Moss to discuss how you can find your voice and be confident whilst at University. Scarlet discusses her own barriers and how she overcame them.   Links and resources mentioned in the episode:   Be the Boss Scheme Website: https://www.derby.ac.uk/business-services/facilities/starting-a-new-business/enterprise-support/  Union of Students get involved web page: https://www.derbyunion.co.uk/getinvolved/  Hedgehog Friendly Campus is an amazing sustainability pro ..read more