October/November Research Essentials
News 24 SeptemberACU Library regularly hosts free online workshops to support graduate researchers. Here’s what’s coming up for the rest of the semester.
The library has created an AI hub, designed to improve your understanding of generative AI (genAI).
Generative AI is a technology which is evolving at a rapid pace. It can be hard to keep up with when and where the use of generative AI is allowed, and how best to make use of it to optimise your efficiencies in research and learning.
It’s also tricky to understand how you may be able to make use of generative AI when conducting research for your studies, while understanding that plagiarism is also not allowed and that the university uses tools such as Turnitin to assess the authenticity of your work.
So what should you do?
ACU Library has created an AI hub, that explores the responsible and ethical use of generative technology. The hub also promotes the application of critical thinking skills, which is essential in evaluating the accuracy and authenticity of generated results.
The hub is designed to improve your understanding of generative AI (genAI). We developed it to assist you in your studies and research activities at ACU.
GenAI comes in many forms, each capable of producing different types of content. These include AI that create art, videos, text, music, and computer code.
The AI tools section provides an overview of these various genAI types and offers a curated selection of examples for you to investigate.
The AI hub features 4 tiles:
Explore the AI hub today!
ACU Library regularly hosts free online workshops to support graduate researchers. Here’s what’s coming up for the rest of the semester.
Curious about AI but not sure where to start? ACU Library's AI hub is here to help.
Looking for a cosy nook, group study spaces or somewhere to focus and get stuff done? Come to the library!
Need academic or IT support? Find it in the library.
Spending hours picking through literature search results? I’ve been there! Here’s a time-saving tool I wish I knew about in my first year of uni.
The library is more than just a place to study. Dedicated and experienced library staff are on hand to help solve your study woes.
Forgot your laptop? Need a device between classes? Our self-service laptop lockers provide convenient access to a laptop when you need one.
Our free workshops for researchers continue, with September bringing a focus on navigating research data with clarity, confidence and respect.
The library is running a free online workshop to help you improve your Copilot prompts.
We're showcasing how ACU's Higher Degree by Research students are 'Made for More' this Mission Week.
As a long time ACU student, I’ve always used the library’s resources. Here are my top tips for first year students just getting started.
Our library is getting a refresh! Stage 1 building works start on Level 2, Wednesday 19 August 2026.
We've been working behind the scenes to make Library Search faster, smarter and easier to use, and we're excited to share what's new.
Whether you're just starting your ACU journey or have returned for another semester, we're here to help.
The library's Research Essentials classes are back for semester 2 and open for registrations.
New to ACU this semester? Welcome! Play our online orientation game to learn about the library and go in the lucky draw to receive a Kobo Libra Colour eReader.
For NAIDOC Week 2026, we invite you to explore 50 years of First Nations voices through our collections.
Major building works are taking place from August 2026 to March 2027. Stay tuned for updates.
Exams are done, assessments are in and the weather is rubbish. It's the perfect time to curl up with a classic novel!
With exams just around the corner, your campus library is a great place to help you manage study stress.