News item published on: 2024-03-11 11:50:00
Monday, April 1
Greet-A-Grad Hosted by University Libraries Presented by Dr. Lauren Ray, Experiential Learning Coordinator 12:15 to 1 p.m. Gulf Coast Library Room 204 Gulf Park Campus
Casual luncheon opportunity where graduate students will offer insights into the graduate student experience, and undergraduate students curious about graduate school will have their questions answered.
Beyond Boundaries: Embracing Entrepreneurial Thinking Hosted by the Graduate School 1 to 2 p.m. J. B. George 142 Hattiesburg Campus
Games and Grub with Access Services Hosted by University Libraries 1 to 4 p.m. Gulf Coast Library Room 104 Gulf Park Campus
The Game of Life and Public Health: Determinants of Health Hosted by School of Public Heath 2 to 3 p.m. J.B. George Room 142 Hattiesburg Campus
Tuesday, April 2
Introduction to Endnote Citation Management Tool Presented by Tracy Englert, Science, Nursing, and Health Librarian 10 to 11 a.m. Cook Library Room 110 Hattiesburg Campus
A workshop that teaches how to use a free, limited version of EndNote called EndNote Online Classic or EndNote Basic. This citation management tool can create bibliographies in a variety of styles. In addition, it can be used with Word to insert citations in your work.
Introduction to Zotero Citation Management Tool Presented by Hannah Madonna, Arts and Humanities Librarian 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cook Library Room 110 Hattiesburg Campus
Participants will learn how to create an account, export citations from the most widely used scholarly databases, organize citations, and automatically generate bibliographies and in-text citations using this open source tool.
Creative Expression Workshop Presented by Tammy Gragg 12:15 to 12:50 p.m. Gulf Coast Library Room 204 Gulf Park Campus
A guided relaxation with drawing.
“There is no fate but what we make for ourselves” – Dystopian Worlds in Literature and Film Presented by Allisa Beck, Arts and Sciences Librarian 1 to 2 p.m. Gulf Coast Library Room 204 and Online Gulf Park Campus
A discussion of the various themes and stories in classic dystopian novels, including 1984, The Handmaid’s Tale, and The Hunger Games and in movies such as The Terminator, Escape from New York, and Blade Runner.
Introduction to Patents Presented by Tracy Englert, Science, Nursing, and Health Librarian 1 to 2 p.m. Cook Library Room 110 Hattiesburg Campus
The workshop will also share different places to locate patents and a brief discussion of patent vocabulary. In addition, the genealogical benefits of patents will be shared.
Graduate School Hall of Fame Portrait Unveiling Hosted by the Graduate School 2 to 4 p.m. Joe Paul Theater, Thad Cochran Center Hattiesburg Campus
Each year the Graduate School showcases outstanding graduate students from each academic college in the Graduate Student Hall of Fame.
Wednesday, April 3
Graduate School Game Day! Hosted by the Graduate School 12 to 4 p.m. Thad Cochran Center Game Room Hattiesburg Campus
Introduction to CSE Citation Style Presented by Allisa Beck, Arts and Sciences Librarian 12:15 to 1 p.m. Gulf Coast Library Room 204 Gulf Park Campus
A workshop addressing key aspects of CSE style for academic writing assignments.
Designing Research Posters Presented by Michele Frasier-Robinson, Education and Human Sciences Librarian 12:15 to 1 p.m. Cook Library Room 110 Hattiesburg Campus
In this workshop, a librarian will walk you through the process of creating a visually appealing and well-organized poster that will grab attention and aid you in telling the story of your research.
Games and Grub with Access Services Hosted by University Libraries 1 to 4 p.m. Gulf Coast Library Room 104 Gulf Park Campus
Introduction to Zotero Citation Management Virtual Workshop Presented by Hannah Madonna, Arts and Humanities Librarian 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Online Only
Learn how to create an account, export citations from the most widely used scholarly databases, organize citations, and automatically generate bibliographies and in-text citations using the tool.
Thursday, April 4
Graduate Student Appreciation Breakfast Hosted by University Libraries 9 to 10 a.m. Cook Library Room 209A/The Gallery Hattiesburg Campus
Enjoy breakfast with Cook Library’s Public Services librarians.
Graduate Student Research Hours Hosted by Hannah Madonna, Arts and Humanities Librarian 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cook Library Room 209A/The Gallery Hattiesburg Campus
Working on a big project? Come join us for a few hours set aside to dedicate to writing or research in a quiet, collaborative environment. Snacks will be provided.
Using Google Scholar Workshop Presented by Justin Easterday, Education, Human Sciences, and Health Librarian 12:15 to 1 p.m. Gulf Coast Library Room 204 Gulf Park Campus
Shared tips on how to conduct an effective search in Google Scholar.
Library Treasure Hunt Hosted by University Libraries 1 to 1:50 p.m. Gulf Coast Library First Floor Gulf Park Campus
Scour the library for treasure!
Copyright and Licenses and Contracts, Oh My! Simple Strategies for Understanding Publication Agreements Presented by Josh Cromwell 2 to 3 p.m. J.B. George Room 142 Hattiesburg Campus
One of the goals for most graduate students is to see their research published in a scholarly book or journal. But publication agreements tend to be filled with complicated legal jargon, and it can be difficult to understand just what you’re agreeing to when you sign on the dotted line. In this session, we will cover some of the basics of copyright and licenses that you need to know. Then we will look at some contract examples and walk through some simple strategies you can use to interpret these complex documents. The concepts covered in this session will equip you to advocate for yourself more effectively when submitting your research for publication.
Graduate Student Senate Food Drive Hosted by the Graduate School All Day J.B. George Room 142 Hattiesburg Campus
Friday, April 5
Introduction to EndNote Citation Management Tool Virtual Workshop Presented by Tracy Englert, Science, Nursing, and Health Librarian 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Online Only
Through the Libraries’ subscription to Web of Science, students are provided free access to EndNote Web (EndNote Basic), which provides a way to effectively manage citations for research projects and papers. Participants will learn how to create an account, export citations from the most widely used scholarly databases, organize citations, and automatically generate bibliographies and in-text citations.
Ice Cream Sundae Bar Hosted by the Graduate School 12 to 2 p.m. J.B. George Room 142