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Library Workshop Series Spring 2024

These library workshops focus on a specific information literacy related topic and are available to all members of the campus community. They are offered in person and many are available via Zoom.

Library Workshop Series (Spring 2024)

The workshops are taught on the second floor of the Library, HLRC 218. No need to sign up, just come on in for hands-on practice in a small group learning environment!

All workshops may also be joined online, via Zoom, with the following information: 

  • Meeting ID: 847 8072 5347
  • Password: 487592

Questions? Stop by the Reference Desk or call (310 287-4269 or Ask a Librarian 

Cite Right!

Cite Right! MLA

What is citation? What is is so important to academic writing? Is there an easier way? Discover the answers to these questions and more, including how to cite different resources, such as books, journal articles, and websites. Learn how to format your paper in MLA style and gain practice in writing a citation.

  • MLA, Apr 17 Wed, 1PM
  • MLA, May 21 Tue, 12:30PM

Cite Right! APA

What is citation? What is is so important to academic writing? Is there an easier way? Discover the answers to these questions and more, including how to cite different resources, such as books, journal articles, and websites. Learn how to format your paper in APA style, including how to insert a running head, how to insert page numbers, etc.  

  • APA Mar 12 Tue, 5:30PM (Online Only)
    • Meeting ID: 847 8072 5347
    • Password: 487592
  • APA MAR 21 Thurs, 2PM
  • APA May 14 Tue, 5:30PM (Online Only)
    • ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Meeting ID: 847 8072 5347
    • Password: 487592
  • APA May 23 Thurs, 2PM

Database Searching

Database Searching 

Search for credible sources more efficiently using Library databases such as EBSCO, JSTOR, ProQuest, and more!

  • Mar 6, Wed, 12:30PM
  • Apr 15, Mon, 2PM
  • May 8, Wed, 12:30PM 

Evaluating Internet Sources & Tips on Google Search

Lucy, you got some researchin' to do!

You need to find credible, reliable sources, but how can you tell whether a site is suitable for your research?  Come to this workshop and find out. We'll also explore tips and tricks to make your Googling more productive. Impress your professors with your terrific sources!

  • Mar 13 Wed, 12:30PM (Online Only)
    • ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Meeting ID: 847 8072 5347
    • Password: 487592

OneSearch

Search the Library's Collection

Find relevant information in books, journal articles, and more from the Library Collection by searching different databases simultaneously!

  • Mar 18 Mon, 2PM  

Using Artificial Intelligence in Research

Using AI!

Learn how to integrate the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools into your research.

  • May 7 Tue, 12:30PM