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ALT Image of Maryam sharing her tip - “Starting an assignment can feel overwhelming, but taking small steps makes it easier. Begin early, break your work into manageable parts, and stay consistent. Using short, focused sessions with regular breaks can improve productivity. Don’t aim for perfection at first—getting your ideas written down is what helps build confidence and progress.”

ALT Image of Oghomwen with her top tip: “When writing papers, essays, thesis, and dissertations, remember to pace yourself. Start early and write a little at a time. If you struggle with writing, you can use the polmodoro method where you time yourself and alternate between 25 minutes of writing followed by a 5 minute break. Remember your first drafts don't have to be perfect, just concentrate on getting the words on paper.”

ALT Image of Ahmad sharing his top tip - “Many students struggle to begin studying or start drafting an assignment and that’s completely normal. Everyone goes through a phase of procrastination. A good way to overcome it is to simply begin by reading through the assignment brief and making an initial plan or rough structure. Once you get started, the task often feels more manageable, and you become more intrigued and curious about what you want to say next. That momentum makes it much easier to stay engaged and keep going. Sometimes, the hardest part is simply beginning, so just sit down and start it!”

ALT Graphic with the following text: Achieve your study goals Skills Workshops are a great place to start if you want to: /Improve your study, research and writing skills /Develop your IT and digital skills /Focus on your maths and numeracy Workshops are added regularly, so keep checking back to see what's new

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ALT Graphic with following text - Thrive Podcast, Episode 1 - Sleep Explore how sleep affects your life at university. Jill McGarry shares insights to help you rest better, boost focus, and thrive in study and beyond.

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ALT Image of The Library and Careers Skills Ambassadors with the following text - become a skills ambassador for the library & careers 2026/27

ALT Image of The Library and Careers Skills Ambassadors with the following text - become a skills ambassador for the library & careers 2026/27

ALT Graphic with the following text - Eid Mubarak from Salford Uni Library! Join us in celebrating the spirit of renewal, knowledge and unity this Eid

ALT Graphic with the following text - Eid Mubarak - Our Students' Union has a longstanding history with supporting our muslim students and staff to connect and practice their faith as part of our Salford community

ALT Graphic with following text - Eid Mubarak - In our Student Union Collection in the Salford Digital Archives the earliest pamphlet created by the Islamic society was shared in 1976. Have a look through the collection to find more representation of Salford Student Experiences

ALT Archive Display - This Women’s History Month, discover archive materials celebrating women throughout the University’s history — from the first female domestic science students to pioneers in engineering and physics. We’re also spotlighting Hindle Wakes (1912), a play that sparked controversy for its fearless heroine Fanny, who defied expectations and chose independence over marriage.

ALT Celebrate Women’s History Month In the Library

ALT his Women’s History Month, our Clifford Whitworth Library book display celebrates women’s voices — including some from the University of Salford community. Featured titles include Harpy: A Manifesto for Childfree Women by Professor Caroline Magennis and May Day, May Day by Professor Jackie Kay CBE — a powerful poetry collection reflecting on decades of activism, from feminist and anti-racist movements to the impact of Black Lives Matter. Discover the display in the library this month 📚✨

ALT Alex Herod, senior marketing staff member and PGR student here at Salford has an article in ‘The Outsider’ titled ‘On Writing, reading and sobriety’. The zine showcases creative responses to King's work by marginalised genders (women, non-binary folx and trans men). The Zine Maker Space in Clifford Whitworth is filled with zines written by women, be sure to explore!

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ALT Image of first floor library with blue images in grid and the following text - colour hunting in Clifford Whitworth - First Floor

ALT Image of second floor library with green images in grid and the following text - colour hunting in Clifford Whitworth - Second Floor

ALT A graphic with the following message - Achieve your study goals. Develop your writing, research, digital and numeracy skills.

ALT Image of viral baby monkey hugging his plushie with the following text overlay: ‘Rely on the Library Skills page the way this baby monkey relies on his emotional support plushie’

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ALT Graphic with the following text: Achieve Your Study Goals - Develop Your Writing, Research, Digital and Numeracy Skills

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ALT Archive and recent photos of snowy campus

ALT Archive and recent photos of snowy campus

ALT Archive and recent photos of snowy campus