Academic Librarians act as a link between the UWS Library and schools, staff, and students.
We are experts on everything library related.
We support and respond to the learning, teaching and research needs of the University and help its members dream, believe and achieve their academic goals through the provision of high quality, innovative and user-focused library services informed by policies that are clear, fair and transparent.
Raewyn (Rae) Riach
BA PGDipLib AHEA
Academic Librarian for:
School of Business & Creative Industries
School of Education and Social Sciences
I’m from New Zealand originally where I did my professional library training at the University of Victoria, Wellington. I worked for the National Library of New Zealand, Wellington City Libraries and the University of Waikato Library before making the big move to Scotland in 2001 and on to UWS eventually.
My professional interests include teaching library research skills, referencing and all things artistic and literary. I strongly believe that all of our students should have access to the literature of the country that they are studying in and so you will find lots of great Scottish writing for all age groups in our Libraries.
I particularly love supporting and promoting the Arts. You can follow me on Twitter if you want to know what I am reading and recommending.
'A library is a democratizing and liberating force like no other… it offers support to anyone with a well-developed curiosity or deep need' Margaret Atwood
I am based in Ayr and I usually work: Monday - Wednesday.
I am always glad to set up an appointment for an in-person consultation to support your learning and teaching.
I look forward to working with you!
To arrange classes or book research consultations contact me via email or the Self Service Portal.
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