Library Workshops from 4/11/16-4/15/16: What is a Scholarly Source? Beyond Peer Review
Library Workshops from 4/11/16-4/15/16: What is a Scholarly Source? Beyond Peer Review
Tuesday, April 12, 4:00pm – 4:30pm, Information Commons 120
Wednesday, April 13, 4:00pm – 4:30pm, Online, via Adobe Connect: https://connect.luc.edu/libraryinfo/
Thursday, April 14, 4:00pm – 4:30pm, Information Commons 120
So you’ve been asked to cite a scholarly source for a paper, but what does that mean? What is peer review? How can you tell if something is peer reviewed? Are only peer reviewed sources ‘scholarly’? This workshop will explore some of the nuances of scholarly publishing and help you choose sources better. Questions may be sent to Ben Aldred at baldred@luc.edu.
University Libraries Annual Survey: Tell Us How We’re Doing!
Over the next 2 weeks, the library will be conducting an online survey with students and faculty regarding their use of the libraries, the library spaces, and the library staff and services. Input from our patrons is a driving force in the development of services and spaces at the library! The library typically conducts a […]
Unraveling the Torah Scroll
Monday, April 11, 2016 • 4:30PM, Klarchek Information Commons, 4th Floor
ProQuest Maintenance – April 2nd – 4pm-12am
Hi everyone, On Saturday April 2, 2016, ProQuest will be performing maintenance that will affect user authentication. The window is scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM CST and will last for eight (8) hours. We apologize for any inconvenience this will cause your institution. During this time, access to the ProQuest products on the chadwyck.com.uk […]
Easter Weekend Hours
Easter Weekend Hours at the Libraries See the hours for the entire semester here. Klarchek Information Commons / Cudahy Library / Lewis Library March 24 (Thu): Close at 5PM March 25 (Fri): CLOSED (GOOD FRIDAY) March 26 (Sat): 12PM – 5PM March 27 (Sun): CLOSED (EASTER) March 28 (Mon): REGULAR HOURS RESUME (Cudahy/IC open at […]
Library Workshops from 3/21/16-3/23/16: PsycINFO, JSTOR: Old and New, and Digital Archive Collections
Library Workshops From 3/21/16-3/23/16: PsycINFO, JSTOR: Old and New, and Digital Archive Collections
PsycINFO: Introduction to Effective Searching
Monday, March 21, 3:00pm – 3:30pm, Online, via Adobe Connect: https://connect.luc.edu/library-workshop/
Learn about PsycINFO, the premier database for psychology research. This session will provide a basic overview of PsycINFO search techniques. This workshop will be of most interest to those who are new to the PsycINFO database, but it may also provide a useful review for anyone wishing to update their PsycINFO search skills. Questions may be sent to Stephen Macksey at smackse@luc.edu.
JSTOR: Old and New
Tuesday, March 22, 3:00pm – 3:30pm, Online, via Adobe Connect: https://connect.luc.edu/libraryinfo/
JSTOR remains an essential database for finding and accessing journal articles in many disciplines, but did you know that JSTOR has introduced new tools for searching and analyzing the JSTOR corpus? This workshop will teach you how to perform advanced searches in JSTOR and provide an introduction to Data for Research, JSTOR’s new platform for text analysis. Questions may be sent to Niamh McGuigan at nmcguigan@luc.edu.
Digital Archive Collections: Access Primary Sources Online
Wednesday, March 23, 3:00pm – 3:30pm, Online, via Adobe Connect: https://connect.luc.edu/libraryinfo/
The University Libraries provides access to digital collections that contain digitized copies of a variety of materials, from the earliest books printed in English to the complete run of Vogue magazine. Discover which collections are best suited to your research and learn advanced search techniques for finding and using information. Questions may be sent to Niamh McGuigan at nmcguigan@luc.edu.