Libraries workshops and drop-in study sessions start Sep 21

Equip yourself with the academic tools to succeed

September 8, 2023 —

UM Libraries offer Fall workshops and new drop-in study sessions to students at all levels starting September 21.

Libraries Workshop Series – Fall 2023

In-person and online libraries workshops are offered to students at all levels, from undergraduates to advanced graduate researchers. Join us to learn more about:

Searching for articles, books, and data
Using citations and reference tools
Research and publishing

Library Essentials

Library Essentials workshops introduce students to research skills and technologies. These workshops are primarily for undergraduates that are new to academic research, but all students are welcome to attend.

Introduction to EndNote, Thursday, September 21, 2023, 2:30pm – 3:30pm
Introduction to Searching, Tuesday, October 10, 2023, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Managing your references with Zotero, Wednesday, October 11, 2023, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

GradSteps at the Libraries

UM Libraries offer additional workshops each semester covering a wide variety of topics (e.g., searching & databases, citation management, publishing & peer-review, research process, open scholarship). These workshops are cross-listed with the GradSteps workshop series offered by the Faculty of Graduate Studies and count for co-curricular credit under the new Experience Record program. See the full list of the Libraries’ GradSteps workshops available this Fall on the upcoming workshops calendar.

The Graduate Student Research Series

This series comprises a set of six workshops to help graduate students develop knowledge and skills to help them as they move through the different stages of their degree. It is a part of the Libraries’ GradSteps workshops and count towards credit with the Faculty of Graduate Studies’ Experience Record program. Students can register for all six workshops or choose the workshops that interest them. See below for more information.

Developing your Research Question and Literature Review, Monday, November 6, 2023, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Selecting and Publishing your Scholarly Work, Wednesday, November 8, 2023, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Introduction to Open Access, Friday, November 10, 2023, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Overview of Research Metrics, Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Introduction to Research Data Management, Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Establishing your Research Identity, Friday, November 17, 2023, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Libraries drop-in study sessions (New!)

Drop in and chat with a librarian to get help on searching UM Libraries collections & databases, planning your research, using citation styles & reference tools. All students are welcome, and no registration is required.

Elizabeth Dafoe Library (Brown Lab),
Every Thursday in October & November 2023, 1:00 – 2:00pm*
Jim Peebles Science & Technology Library (Computer Lab),
Every Wednesday in October & November 2023, 12:30 – 1:30pm*

*No drop-ins scheduled during the Fall Break, November 13-17.

Libraries Staff

Faculty and Staff, Graduates, Transforming the Learning Experience, undergraduates

Apply for a $10,000 grant to create an open textbook

A new round of UM OER Grants (up to $10,000) is available to help faculty and instructors create digital, open access course materials. Applications are now being accepted for the 2024-25 academic year.

Science Library closes for renovation beginning May 1, 2024

As part of the Machray Hall redevelopment, the Jim Peebles Science and Technology Library (Science Library) will be closed to walk-in use beginning May 1, 2024. Access to print and digital collections, librarians, and other services will continue to be available during the closure. The library will undergo a transformation, resulting in new student study spaces and services.

Try this five-part workshop series on knowledge synthesis & systematic reviews

Are you considering starting a systematic, scoping, or other knowledge synthesis project but don’t know how to get started? Attend UM Libraries’ five-part series beginning May 7 and explore all aspects of comprehensive searching for a systematic review project. If you are a grad student about to begin a project or just have questions, this series is a great place to start.