SHAH ALAM, 11 June 2026 — The University Archives Division (BARU), Department of Library, UiTM, organised a Book Conservation Service programme aimed at restoring damaged books and ensuring their continued use as valuable sources of knowledge and reference.
- UiTM University Archives offered a book conservation service to restore damaged books.
- The programme included book repair, page restoration, and spine reconstruction.
- The initiative helps preserve valuable academic and heritage collections for future generations.
The initiative forms part of the division’s ongoing commitment to preserving printed materials with academic, historical, and heritage value for the benefit of present and future generations.
The conservation services provided include repairing detached book covers, re-stitching damaged book spines, mending torn pages, and restoring books that have suffered significant physical damage. Through these efforts, affected books can be preserved and their lifespan extended while safeguarding the valuable information they contain.
The programme was held on 11 June 2026 at the Engineering Complex (Engineering Library) from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and received encouraging participation from faculty members and library users.
The initiative highlights UiTM Library’s dedication to preserving knowledge resources and supporting the long-term sustainability of printed collections through professional conservation practices.
