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  • What’s New in the Library for 2018-19

    Monday, September 10, 2018 | By

    Welcome new students, and welcome back to those returning! There are a few exciting changes to tell you about in the Library this year:

    Water Fountains

    Thanks to generous support from BUSU, new water fountains which include a water bottle refill stations were installed on library floors 5-10.

    Desktop Computers

    Over the summer, all of the Library’s public workstations were replaced with brand new computers. We hope you enjoy this upgraded technology in all of our spaces this year!

    Microfilm Reader

    We have a new microfilm reader located on the 5th floor. This is a significant upgrade to our previous models with much better usability. Please see our staff at the Access Services desk if you would like to learn more about it.

    Sports Equipment For Loan

    Beginning in September, you can borrow a soccer ball, a football, a flying disc, or a skipping rope from the Library. They are located on display in the popular reading area.

    If you have any questions about your research or anything else library-related, we are always here to help. You can email us at libhelp@brocku.ca, call us at extension 4583, or come to the Library and chat with us in person.

    We are glad to have you back and looking forward to a great 2018-19 academic year!

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  • Workshops for New Students

    Wednesday, August 01, 2018 | By

    Discover your Library Workshop Sessions

    3D printers, rare books and your own personal librarian – if this piques your interest, then this workshop is for you! Learn more about these and the many services and resources that are available to you at the James A. Gibson Library.

    Attendees will receive credit towards the CWC Personal Growth Domain – register today @ https://experiencebu.brocku.ca/events?query=library

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  • Now Available @ Brock University: Lynda.com

    Friday, July 20, 2018 | By

    Lynda.com access for Brock University now available.

    Brock University students, faculty and staff now have unlimited access to Lynda.com, a leading online, self-paced learning platform. Learn more.

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  • Brock Libraries Joins International Open Advocacy Organization

    Monday, July 16, 2018 | By

    SPARC logo with icons for open access, open data and open education

    Brock Libraries has joined SPARC, an international advocacy organization working to advance open access, open data and open educational materials.

    Brock is now among 200 academic libraries in North America working with the Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition to promote open access to scholarly articles, the open sharing of research data and the creation and adoption of open educational resources on their campuses. Joining SPARC aligns with the Library’s Strategic Plan, particularly our focus on “transforming the mechanisms of scholarly communication and strengthening research dissemination through partnerships at Brock and beyond.”

    Brock Libraries will benefit from the expertise of SPARC leaders as we continue to work on advancing open scholarship and teaching initiatives on campus; the membership will also enhance the participation of Library employees in the global open community.

    Questions? Contact Scholarly Communication Librarian, Elizabeth Yates ~ eyates@brocku.ca

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  • New Scholars Portal Books Platform Now Live

    Thursday, July 05, 2018 | By

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    Scholars Portal is pleased to announce the full release of the brand new Scholars Portal Books platform.

    Highlights of the new platform include:

    • Significantly improved browsing and searching
    • PDF chapter downloads if copyright allows
    • Ability to choose only Brock University subscribed titles

    Scholars Portal Books provides access to a wide range of scholarly digital texts on a single platform. Most of our content is from academic publishers, and is available to Ontario universities that have purchased ebooks with perpetual access rights. Some collections on the platform are available to universities across Canada, some are available to Ontario colleges, and some are open access or public domain and available to all.

    For more information please contact your Liaison Librarian.

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  • Publish, Don’t Perish: Tips for Evaluating Journals

    Tuesday, June 26, 2018 | By

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    Library Workshop July 3, 2-3 pm, TH253 – EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

    So, you want to make sure you publish your research in a “good” journal? Join Scholarly Communication Librarian Elizabeth Yates and Library employees for a presentation highlighting strategies for evaluating the quality and relevance of academic journals. Participants will hear suggestions for maximizing the reach of their research via open access publishing and will learn tips for avoiding predatory publications.

    Register

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  • Scholars Portal Services Unavailable Canada Day

    Monday, June 25, 2018 | By

    Scholars Portal notice

    Due to an upcoming planned power shutdown at the University of Toronto, ALL Scholars Portal services will be temporarily unavailable from Saturday, June 30th at 5 p.m. until Sunday, July 1st at 5 p.m.

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  • On Display: Indigenous Artifacts

    Thursday, June 21, 2018 | By

    Indigenous artifacts on display. Learning Commons, June 2018

    In celebration of National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21), an exhibit of First Nations, Métis and Inuit handiwork is on display at the Thistle entrance to the Learning Commons. Please stop by and view these works of art.

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  • Library Open Access Publishing Fund open for applications

    Thursday, June 07, 2018 | By

    2018-19 Open Access Publishing Fund Now Open

    The Library Open Access Publishing Fund, an educational opportunity designed to encourage interest in open access publishing, is now accepting applications for 2018-19.

    The fund assists Brock University faculty, librarians, staff, and students in paying article processing charges levied by some open access publishers. Grants will be awarded up to a maximum of $1,500 CDN.

    Please carefully review the fund’s Terms and Conditions before applying.

    Questions? Contact Scholarly Communication Librarian Elizabeth Yates at eyates@brocku.ca or X4469.

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  • Congratulations Graduates!

    Monday, June 04, 2018 | By

    Congratulations Brock Graduates

    From all of us at the Gibson and Map, Data & GIS Libraries, our compliments and very best wishes for success to the Brock University Class of 2018.

    As alumni, we welcome you to use our services, borrow at no charge, and enjoy other privileges such as access to online resources. Read more and stop by soon!

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