University of the South Pacific Library

18/06/2026

Library News June 2026 Issue

18/06/2026

Library Opening Hours During the Vacation Period. Regional Libraries opening hours are available here: https://www.usp.ac.fj/library/about-us/opening-hours/

09/06/2026

04/06/2026

Friday Extended Opening Hours

26/05/2026

Ratu Sukuna - Public Holiday Library Opening Hours

26/05/2026

Check out the Ratu Sukuna display at the USP Laucala Library foyer

26/05/2026

‘Author Training Sessions’ and for you, and the authors to participate -Cambridge University Press
Webinar #1: Selecting the Right Journal for Submission
Date Wednesday, 27 May 2026
Registration link:
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y7mCrnoERHOZ6zCE9mEG_g
This is the first in a three-part series designed to guide early career researchers toward successful publication. It focuses on how to choose the right journal for your work.
• Types of Journals and why Selection matters
• Understanding Journal scope and fit
• Journal impact beyond Publication
• Brief overview of Open Access and Publishing process
• Cambridge’s Author Services and Tools

Webinar #2: Reasons for Rejection and How to Avoid Them
Date Wednesday, 3 June 2026
Registration link:
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_L77rqsV7Rqefxmy6RhN0PA
The second session in the series highlights common reasons manuscripts are rejected and how to avoid them.
• Dos and don’ts for Submission
• Tips for clear, concise Academic Writing
• Aligning with Journal Scope and Standards
• Addressing common pitfalls (novelty, structure, argumentation)
• Using Publisher guidelines and Author Services

Webinar #3: Predatory Journals and Publishing Ethics
Date Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Registration link:
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GTp3G4EYQFObGEJkoaDldw
This session will cover how to recognize predatory journals within the publishing landscape, and how to choose reputable, high quality journals for research within the bounds and scope of best publishing ethics. This session is for career researchers and aspiring authors on their journey toward potential publication in a Cambridge University Press journal.
How to identify and avoid predatory journals
• Understanding the modern publishing landscape, especially ethical vs. exploitative practices
• How to evaluate journal quality and credibility, particularly using indexing checks, publisher ethics, and recognized tools
• How to choose the right journal for your research, focusing on fit, scope, impact, transparency, and long term discoverability

This third session will cover how to recognize predatory journals within the publishing landscape, and how to choose reputable, high quality journals for research within the bounds and scope of best publishing ethics. This session is for career researchers and aspiring authors on their journey towar...

26/05/2026

Early Closure tonight - Library Level A

19/05/2026

Library Database Awareness - Sage Research Methods

19/05/2026

DRC awareness session at USP Laucala Library