Considering the postponement of the FCCN Days, where a session dedicated to RCAAP (Scientific Repositories of Open Access of Portugal) usually takes place, the project coordination team decided to hold an online meeting, open to the whole community, on May 6th between 10h30 and 12h00.

This meeting has two objectives. On the one hand, to meet and maintain the annual meetings with the RCAAP community, making known the activities and developments of the project. On the other hand, given the current pandemic situation COVID-19, to identify and discuss the challenges and opportunities that this situation presents for Open Science in general, and for the RCAAP community in particular.

The program planned for the meeting is composed of two moments:

Part 1 (30 m): RCAAP highlights (Institutional Repositories, Scientific Journals and Research Data Management);

Part 2 (60 m): Panel of Invited Guests for debate on Open Science in the context of Covid-19.

The session will be free of charge but registration is mandatory.

Taking into account UCP's phased reactivation plan, its Libraries will extend the offer of services made available in person as of June 15. You can consult the specific information regarding each Library, as well as the contacts through which you can proceed with your appointments.

We remind you that the access and/or permanence in the spaces of the Libraries requires the use of masks and regular hand sanitizing measures, rules that must be complemented with a physical distance appropriate to each context. Also in the scope of the security measures adopted, we inform you that a maximum number of places available in each Library has been defined, and all works consulted and returned are subject to a 48-hour quarantine period.

Lisbon Library

All services require prior appointment via email:

Face-to-face consultation of works (9:30 to 17:30);
Home loan;
Digitization of information resources;
E-mail: emprestimo.biblioteca.lisboa@ucp.pt 

Telephone: (+351) 214 269 772 or 214 269 773

Porto Library

All services require prior appointment via email:

Face-to-face consultation of works (9:00 to 13:00 and 15:00 to 19:00);
Home loan;
Digitization of information resources;
E-mail: biblioteca@porto.ucp.pt

Telephone: (+351) 226 196 241

More information.

Braga Libraries

All services require prior appointment via email:

Face-to-face consultation of works (9:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 17:00);
Home loan;
E-mail: biblioteca.ffcs@braga.ucp.pt (Faculty of Philosophy and Social Sciences)

E-mail: biblioteca.facteo@braga.ucp.pt (Faculty of Theology)

Telephone: (+351) 253 206 100

Viseu Library

Face-to-face consultation of works (8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.);
Home loan;
E-mail: bjps@viseu.ucp.pt   

Telephone: (+351) 232 419 500 or 232 419 520

It is also informed that the remaining support services to the academic community that have been provided, namely through telephone and online platforms, will continue to be provided through these channels.

João Paulo II University Library invites its users to participate in a study that is being carried out by a collaborator from the D. José Pedro da Silva Library (Viseu Regional Centre), by completing a short questionnaire.

This research is part of a Master's degree research thesis in Management, from Universidade Católica Portuguesa – (Viseu Regional Centre). This thesis project aims to collect data to study "The Importance of Communication and Relationship Marketing in Higher Education Libraries: the Case of UCP Libraries".

Completing this questionnaire should not take more than 10 minutes and we would like to thank you for your cooperation.

Link to the questionnaire

The Escola de Enfermagem (Lisbon) of the Instituto de Ciências da Saúde and the University Library João Paulo II (BUJPII) mark the International Nurses' Day, which is celebrated on May 12, with a temporary exhibition entitled: "Nursing Care: History and Innovation".

The pieces were carefully selected from the collection of the of the Escola de Enfermagem de Lisboa.

The museological collection gathered here allows, through its study and dissemination, to recover past memories that establish affective relationships that enhance a present and future open to innovation and knowledge, within the framework of the values and mission of the Universidade Católica.

We invite the entire academic community to visit the entrance hall of BUJPII, on the 3rd floor as of May 12!

With "The child under the eyes of Eduardo Teixeira Pinto" as theme, the D. José Pedro da Silva Library promotes another initiative to publicize the estate of Eduardo Teixeira Pinto, hosting, from July 1st, a new exhibition of 27 photographs, in black and white, awarded nationally and internationally, alluding to the 50s, 60s and 70s.

It will run until October 31 and can be visited, from Monday to Friday, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm, respecting a maximum capacity of 15 people, simultaneously, and complying with the rules of protection and safety defined by the Directorate-General for Health and the Universidade Católica Portuguesa.

The UCP Libraries network will carry out a training cycle focused on its resources and services offered, denominated "Information and research resources".

During this cycle, which will run from October 11th to October 15th, the various relevant information resources available to the UCP community will be presented, such as Bibliographic Catalog/EDS, b-on, Scopus and Web of Science. Some basic search techniques on these platforms will also be shared.

This training cycle will be open to all interested parties, with no prior registration or limit of participants, just access it through the Microsoft Teams links created for each session, available on the UCP events page or on the UCP Libraries Training Portal.

The Portuguese version of each session will be at 10 am and, if participants are interested, the English version will take place at 6 pm on the same day.

Sessions plan

For more information, see the UCP Libraries Training Portal.

You can also get in touch with the UCP Libraries training team through the email address: formacao.bibliotecas@ucp.pt

"Memory is often a place of conflict, but an initiative like this exhibition shows us that when we share memories and talk about the past, we are better prepared for the present". These words were spoken by Peter Hanenberg, Vice-Rector of Universidade Católica Portuguesa, at the inauguration of the exhibition on Blessed Charles of Austria-Hungary.

The exhibition "Life and Memory of Blessed Charles of Austria-Hungary" was inaugurated with a lecture by José Miguel Sardica, professor at the Faculty of Human Sciences, and will be open until 30th April at the João Paulo II University Library at the Católica headquarters in Lisbon.

"Why is it important to know Blessed Charles of Austria-Hungary today?", the historian began. Summarising the life of the last Emperor of Hungary, the professor highlighted the aspects that make this figure relevant today and his exemplary qualities.

"History is unanimous in recognising his simplicity, humanity and devotion," he declared, adding that "his figure and his story are increasingly relevant because, for the first time in 70 years, the European continent is at war, as it was at the time of Emperor Charles".

Blessed by a decision of Pope John Paul II, he was "the first contemporary head of state to be raised to the altars and the only Habsburg in the 650-year history of the family to deserve the honour of beatification" for his exemplary life.

For José Miguel Sardica, "Blessed Charles of Austria-Hungary shows us that exemplarity and the approach to sanctity are possible among lay people", adding that "today, our heroes are full of nothing, and Emperor Charles was no nothing, he was an absolute everything, in that search for peace".

Also present at the event, the Hungarian Ambassador, Miklós Halmai, stressed that "in Charles we can honour a great personality at European level. He ruled in times of war, but was an emperor of peace".

Fr. João Vergamota, director of the Higher Institute of Canon Law, one of the organisers of the initiative, recalled that Charles of Habsburg was the only head of state to respond positively to Pope Benedict XV's call for peace during the First World War. "Blessed Charles is an eloquent symbol of a sovereign who opens his heart to the proposals of the Church for the good of all," he concluded.

The exhibition will be open until 30th April, marking the end of the year commemorating the centenary of the death of Emperor Charles on 1st April 1922. The project has already had an analogous edition at the Porto campus and now arrives at the Católica headquarters.

The John Paul II University Library and the Higher Institute of Canon Law (ISDC) of the Universidade Católica are organizing together with the Embassy of Hungary the exhibition "Life and Memory of Charles of Habsburg", to be inaugurated on March 10, at 6 p.m.

This joint initiative of the Universidade Católica evokes the determination on behalf of peace of the Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary.

The inauguration of this exhibition will feature the presence of Isabel Capeloa Gil, President of the University, Miklós Halmai, Ambassador of Hungary, Peter Hanenberg, Vice-Rector of the University, and Fr. João Vergamota, Director of ISDC.

At the event, José Miguel Sardica, professor of the Faculty of Human Sciences will give a lecture on Charles I of Habsburg.

The exhibition will be open to the public until the end of April.

On the day that marks the four-year anniversary of the launch of the UCP's Scientific Journals Portal and the full digitization of the previous theology journals of the various Regional Centers: Didaskalia (Lisbon), Theologica (Braga) and Humanística e Teologia (Porto), the João Paulo II University Library is holding a round table entitled "Theology journals in the spotlight: past, present and future". 

The aim of this initiative is to promote debate around the University's theology journals, starting with their digitization and consequent availability in open access, through a historical and individual view of each journal, based on a perspective of the past, present and future challenges.

To this end, the round table will include the participation of Prof. Dr. Peter Hanenberg (Vice-Rector for Research, Library and Innovation), Prof. Dr. João Duque (Director of the journal Ephata - Revista Portuguesa de Teologia and President of the Braga Regional Center), Prof. Dr. Paulo Fontes (Director of the Center of Religious History Studies) and Dr. Anabela Antunes (Director of UCP Editora and Bookstore).

The session will take place on January 23rd, at 4pm, in the Training Room of the João Paulo II University Library.

Admission is free, subject to limited seating.

José Pedro da Silva Library invites the Academic Community to a Creative Writing Workshop, a challenging cultural event that promises to explore the secrets of the art of writing well. This unique experience will be led by the talented writer João de Mancelos, and will take place on January 31st, at 3pm, in the library’s auditorium, with a maximum duration of 1h30.

The Creative Writing Workshop is aimed at all those who, in one way or another, wish to improve their literary skills and explore new techniques of written expression. Whether you're a writing enthusiast or a creative professional, or simply someone looking for an engaging moment dedicated to words, this is the ideal opportunity to sharpen your skills and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of literature.

Participation in the workshop is free, but to guarantee your place, we kindly ask that you register by January 28th at bjps.viseu@ucp.pt.

The number of participants will be limited to 30 to ensure a more personalized and interactive experience those attending.

Don't miss this opportunity and join us for this enriching cultural encounter!

We look forward to meeting you there. 

About the speaker: João de Mancelos was born in Coimbra in 1968. He has published 29 books, from essays to poetry, and fiction. His essays include O marulhar de versos antigos: A intertextualidade em Eugénio de Andrade (2009) and Manual de escrita criativa (2012); in poetry, Luzes distantes, vozes perdidas (2019) and Coração de aluguer (2023); in short stories, A rapariga que adorava finais felizes (2021), part of the National Reading Plan, and Uma canção de amor (2023). The short story What do you feel when the rain falls? was adapted for the cinema in 2020 and won second place in the National Arts Foundation Award (Brazil). In addition to being a writer, João de Mancelos has been teaching in higher education for over 30 years.

On Tuesday, November 26, the photographic exhibition “Kakure Kirishitan  - Hidden Christians” will open at the João Paulo II University Library (BUJPII). This exhibition will have an opening ceremony on December 2 in partnership with the Yumenosya Foundation of Japan and the Institute of Asian Studies of the Universidade Católica Portuguesa (UCP). It will be on display until January 31, 2025.

The exhibition, “Kakure Kirishitan  - Hidden Christians” explores the depth of Christian spirituality in contemporary Japan. The photographic exhibition highlights how the Christian faith is lived and recalls the memory of the hidden Christians who, under intense persecution, kept their faith during the period of religious restriction. Many of these Christians were forced to practice their religion clandestinely, risking torture and death.

It also marks the 440th anniversary of the passage of the Tenshō Embassy through various Portuguese towns before they were received by Pope Gregory III in Rome. This entourage, comprised of four young Japanese noble converts accompanied by missionaries from the Society of Jesus, bears witness to the contact between Asia and the West and the dialogue between Japan and Portugal. The Tokyo Opera Association's performance celebrates the Tensho Embassy.

The ceremony will begin with a reception for guests at 3.30 pm at BUJPII, followed by the Opening Session in the Cardinal Medeiros Auditorium, which will include speeches by D. Rui Valério, Patriarch of Lisbon and Chancellor of UCP, D. Ivo Scapolo, the Apostolic Nuncio in Portugal, Ota Makoto, Japanese Ambassador to Portugal, Archbishop Emeritus Takami of the Archdiocese of Nagasaki, Tatsuo Shirahama, President of the Yumenosya Foundation, the Director of the Institute of Asian Studies, Prof. Dr. Jorge Santos Alves, and Prof. Dr. Peter Hanenberg, Vice-Rector for Research and Doctoral Education, according to the attached program.

Program

Admission is free. 

On 25 November, UCP4SUCCESS launched the first webinar in the cycle ‘Uncomplicating the University: Strategies for a successful adaptation’, with the aim of facilitating students' adaptation to higher education and contributing to their academic success. The next sessions will take place on 2 and 4 December and 15 January. 

Carolina Mano, a student at Universidade Católica Portuguesa, participated in the event and says: ‘this experience was undoubtedly a valuable opportunity to reflect on my own strategies and learn new approaches that I can apply in the future.’ 

In this webinar presented by Cátia Branquinho, Carolina was invited to share the difficulties she faced in her first year at university and the strategies she adopted to overcome them. 

One of the facilitators of this session, Cristina Basílio, a psychologist at the Viseu campus, reinforces: ‘The UCP4SUCCESS programme webinars are fundamental to supporting students in their integration and success in higher education.’

‘They focus on developing essential skills in this process, such as strategies for managing time, organising studies and facing other academic challenges. They also promote collaboration between students and strengthen their support network,’ the professor adds.

This is also the perspective of Carolina Mano, who emphasises that UCP4SUCCESS ‘promotes a holistic approach to academic success, focusing on both the integration and success of students and the prevention of school abandonment.’ 

The second webinar, ‘Uncomplicating the University: Overcoming Stress and Taking Care of Well-being’, will take place on 2 December from 4pm to 5pm, and on 4 December from 4pm to 5pm, the webinar ‘In front of the mirror: Discover your potential’ will take place, the result of collaboration between UCP4SUCCESS and Proteus. 

To conclude this cycle of webinars, on 8 January from 4pm to 5pm, UCP4SUCCESS is organising the webinar ‘Uncomplicating the University: From time management to academic success.’

Sign up for the webinars 

The Lisbon Project's mission is to "build a community that integrates and empowers migrants and refugees", and the partnership with the João Paulo II University Library (BUJPII) of the Universidade Católica Portuguesa aims to support the organisation in the area of education, through the organisation of the library and digital resources, as well as in the training of its volunteers.

On 17 December, the BUJPII team, represented by Deputy Director Ana Folque and Samuel Santos, visited the Lisbon Project premises to continue this collaboration. 

During the visit, it was possible to get a closer look at the work carried out by the organisation and interact with its team, in a productive working session where several joint initiatives were defined for the future. Among the topics discussed, particular attention was given to organising a visit to BUJPII by members of the Lisbon Project community, aimed at promoting reading, and planning a public reading activity for children.

At the same time, the library team at the Universidade Católica headquarters shared their technical know-how, particularly in indexing and organising books.

"The collaboration with the Universidade Católica Portuguesa Library has been very enriching for our Learning Centre. The support with the library's organisation system has been essential for improving access to our resources", comments Ana Rita Bruno, a member of the Lisbon Project team. 

"In addition, joint initiatives such as events and workshops will certainly contribute to the educational and cultural development of our community. We thank the Library team for their dedication and enthusiasm and we are confident of the positive impact of this partnership", she adds, valuing the partnership.

This partnership reflects the ongoing commitment of the Universidade Católica Portuguesa to fostering positive impact in communities through knowledge and solidarity.

From March 26 to June 13, the D. José Pedro da Silva Library, Viseu Regional Centre of Universidade Católica Portuguesa, will host the exhibition “Sculpture of the Forgotten: From Waste to Art”, an innovative initiative that transforms discarded materials into remarkable works of art.

Conceived by artist José António Antunes, this exhibition invites visitors to rethink waste and reuse, revealing the hidden beauty in what many consider worthless.

Combining art, creativity, and sustainability, the exhibition is part of the UCP4SUCCESS Project's Culture Initiative and is organized in partnership with the SOS Freshman Mentoring Group and the UCP-Viseu Students' Association.

Each sculpture is the result of a meticulous creative process that breathes new life into forgotten objects. Through imagination and craftsmanship, what was once discarded is transformed into something meaningful. In addition to admiring the artworks, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the artist’s process—from material selection to the final transformation—uncovering the techniques used and the messages each piece conveys.

Admission is free!

Open to the public Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM.

More than just an exhibition, this is an immersive experience that challenges us to reflect on sustainability and the importance of reusing materials in everyday life.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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An exhibition of photographs, entitled “O Prazer de Fotografar”, by Eduardo Teixeira Pinto, will take place from May 27 to June 25 of 2021, and can be seen in the spaces of the D. José Pedro da Silva Library, during the current working hours of the library.

Complying with the internal safety rules stipulated by the Universidade Católica Portuguesa and following the guidelines of the DGS in the framework of Covid-19, the Library is pleased to invite all of you to participate in this event.

We remember that the permanence in the spaces of the Library requires the use of a mask and compliance with hand hygiene measures, as well as an adequate physical distance. A maximum of 15 people will be accepted at the same time.

Eduardo da Costa Teixeira Pinto was born in Amarante in 1933 and started taking his first professional photographs in 1950, becoming an exhibitor since 1953 in various photography salons on the five continents.

His vast work, endowed with a poetic look at reality, made him one of the best and most awarded Portuguese photographers of the 20th century, with photographs that addressed various themes, with an emphasis on Nature and the human figure, which he so well knew how to reconcile .

With photographs such as «Rodopio», «Igreja de S. Gonçalo», «De Regresso», «Tema de Pintores», «Matinal» and «Quietude», among others, he won numerous prizes in Portugal and abroad, namely the Grand Prix de Camões do Ateneu Comercial de Lisboa (1960), at the time, one of the highest distinctions at national level.

The Association for the creation of the Eduardo Teixeira Pinto Museum, has been installed, since August 2017, at Casa da Granja, in São Veríssimo - Amarante, which has a room dedicated to the photographer where some of his estate can be seen.

Deceased in January 2009, Eduardo Teixeira Pinto left a priceless photographic collection, being the family's will to promote its dissemination with the aforementioned exhibition.