{"id":16390,"date":"2023-08-11T14:41:35","date_gmt":"2023-08-11T04:41:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/?p=16390"},"modified":"2024-07-24T11:59:57","modified_gmt":"2024-07-24T01:59:57","slug":"belong-and-connect-spotlight-on-gold-coast-and-queensland-college-of-art-libraries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/2023\/08\/11\/belong-and-connect-spotlight-on-gold-coast-and-queensland-college-of-art-libraries\/","title":{"rendered":"Belong and Connect: Spotlight on Gold Coast and Queensland College of Art Libraries"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">In our campus libraries you&#8217;ll find an array of resources, services<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> and dedicated staff to enhance your university experience. These spaces are designed to create a sense of belonging and connectivity, empowering you to excel in your studies. So let&#8217;s delve in and shine the spotlight on the key features of the Gold Coast and Queensland College of Art (QCA) libraries.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.griffith.edu.au\/library\/about\/visit\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Gold Coast library<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> (G10) boasts two levels tailored to all your study needs. As you step into the ground floor (level 2), our friendly library staff await, surrounded by a vibrant social study area that facilitates collaborative group work. Computers and printers are conveniently accessible on both levels, while you can connect your personal devices to our Wi-Fi and printers.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Head up to level 3, the library&#8217;s collection area, where secluded corners and hidden spaces offer conducive environments for productive work, as well as an adjoining social study space. Seeking a private space for your group work? Explore our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/librarycalendar.griffith.edu.au\/spaces?lid=46\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">bookable group study rooms and pods<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, where you can engage in focused study sessions in a dedicated space for up to two hours at a time.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">During trimester, Gold Coast Library is open Monday to Friday, 7 am \u2013 8 pm, and Sundays from 10 am \u2013 5 pm. Level 2 is available 24\/7, offering a safe and secure spot for studying whenever you need it. You can check out all our service hours and register for 24\/7 access on our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.griffith.edu.au\/library\/about\/visit\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">web page<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_17521\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17521\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-17521\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/08\/Social-study-space-at-the-Gold-Coast-library-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/08\/Social-study-space-at-the-Gold-Coast-library-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/08\/Social-study-space-at-the-Gold-Coast-library-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/08\/Social-study-space-at-the-Gold-Coast-library-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/08\/Social-study-space-at-the-Gold-Coast-library.jpg 1100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17521\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Social study space at the Gold Coast library<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.griffith.edu.au\/library\/about\/visit\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">QCA library<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is your study sanctuary nestled in the heart of the city. Situated within Grey Street Studios (S03), it occupies a single level, with the welcoming staff ready to address your library-related needs, plus they can also assist with basic Student Connect questions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You&#8217;ll find a tranquil environment that houses the physical collection, computing and printing facilities and includes three <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/librarycalendar.griffith.edu.au\/reserve\/spaces\/qca\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">bookable study spaces<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> for group work. You can also connect your personal devices to our Wi-Fi and printers. When you need to take a break, the vantage point from this library treats you to panoramic views of the city or take a quick stroll outside to refresh yourself in the beautiful surrounding South Bank parklands.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">QCA Library is currently open Monday to Friday 9 am \u2013 5 pm. As hours may differ on public holidays and during vacation periods, refer to our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.griffith.edu.au\/library\/about\/visit\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">web page<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> for the latest information.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_17523\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17523\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-17523\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/08\/QCA-library-collection-and-study-spaces-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/08\/QCA-library-collection-and-study-spaces-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/08\/QCA-library-collection-and-study-spaces.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17523\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Social study space at the Gold Coast library<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-15200\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2021\/12\/The-Library-here-to-help-logo-_-Transparent-min-300x300.png\" alt=\"White words inside a red circle. The words read, \u2018The Library: here to help\u2019.\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:2,&quot;335551620&quot;:2,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-16222 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/06\/Collection-tagline-300x73.png\" alt=\"Griffith University logo. Text reads 'Discover the resources you need in the Library Collection'\" width=\"300\" height=\"73\" srcset=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/06\/Collection-tagline-300x73.png 300w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/06\/Collection-tagline-1024x250.png 1024w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/06\/Collection-tagline-768x187.png 768w, https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/06\/Collection-tagline.png 1271w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In our campus libraries you&#8217;ll find an array of resources, services, and dedicated staff to enhance your university experience. These spaces are designed to create a sense of belonging and connectivity, empowering you to excel in your studies. So let&#8217;s delve in and shine the spotlight on the key features of the Gold Coast and<a href=\"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/2023\/08\/11\/belong-and-connect-spotlight-on-gold-coast-and-queensland-college-of-art-libraries\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"sr-only\">&#8220;Belong and Connect: Spotlight on Gold Coast and Queensland College of Art Libraries&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":152,"featured_media":17520,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[195],"class_list":["post-16390","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-students","tag-here-to-help-you"],"acf":[],"modified_by":"Vanessa Gatt","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/36\/2023\/08\/Courtesy-of-Griffith-University.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16390","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/152"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16390"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16390\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/17520"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16390"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16390"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/testblogs.griffith.edu.au\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16390"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}