Connect to the World—Jeremy Richard Library
Times: 2 sessions per day, Noon-1:00 & 2:30-3:30
Location: Thomson Eclassroom (inside the library)

Topics:

Google Scholar: In this workshop we will look at some of the differences between Google Scholar and library databases. This workshop will also introduce the use of LexisNexis Academic, ABI/INfORM and Factiva for locating full-text newspaper and magazine articles. VPN, Virtual Private Network, accessing library databases from home will be discussed.
DATE: Tuesday, April 19, 2005 Location Change for 2:30-3:30 session. Computer Lab A (Rm. 3.05)

Finding Full-Text Resources: Become familiar with the various electronic journals and other full-text resources available through the Libraries. Learn the basics for effective searching in full-text documents. Discover how to get articles you need when the library doesn’t own the journals they’re in. VPN, Virtual Private Network, accessing library databases from home will be discussed. DATE: Wednesday, April 20th

Steps in Preparing a Research Paper
Do you sometimes feel clueless as you begin your research? This workshop will provide a basic overview for beginning your research. Included will be information about using the library’s reference collection, locating books using the university’s Online Catalog, HOMER and choosing good databases to begin an article search and how to cite your paper. VPN, Virtual Private Network, accessing library databases from home will be discussed.
DATE: Thursday, April 21st,