Fall Term Drop-in Workshops

Upcoming Workshops


Managing Resources with Zotero and Mendeley


Description
Zotero and Mendeley are web-based and desktop citation and PDF management tools that make it easy to collect, organize and cite research materials. Both are terrific tools for anyone working on a research project, as they can help you manage your research materials from multiple sources and insert them into your documents with ease.

Dates Offered
Tuesday, October 11th 4–5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 26th 4–5:30 p.m.

Location
Library, Room 160
1st floor, across from elevators

Instructor
Michael Bowman


Research for Thesis and Dissertation Literature Reviews


Description
A thorough literature review sets the stage for success in a large research project like a thesis, dissertation, or grant proposal. This session will give students tips and strategies for conducting an effective and comprehensive literature review.

Date Offered
Thursday, October 20th, 12 – 1 p.m.

Location
Library, Room 160
1st floor, across from elevators

Instructor
Kim Pendell


Research Data Management


Description
Your research data needs care and maintenance in order to be effective and retain its viability. What file formats and organization should you use? What documentation should accompany your data so that you (and others) can re-use it in the future? What are the current standards in your field for adding metadata and prepare it for deposit in a repository? Learn the answers in our workshop!

Date Offered
Wednesday, November 2nd 4–5:30 p.m.

Location
Library, Room 160
1st floor, across from elevators

Instructor
Kim Pendell