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Academic Search PremierFor any topic. How to use Academic Search Premier (2:23)
Google ScholarFor any topic. How to use Google Scholar (3:27)
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APA PsycInfoPsychology journals. How to use APA PsycInfo (3:20)
PubMedFor the health sciences. How to use PubMed (2:53)
Web of ScienceFor science and social sciences. How to use Web of Science (2:52)

Apr 23

Stress Reduction: A Toaster VR Workshop 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The Toaster (Walter Library Basement)
Apr 23

3D Modeling with Gravity Sketch VR [Drop-In Hour] 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. HSL VR Studio (5-132 Health Sciences Education Center)
Apr 23

Alchemy Breakout! Puzzle room at Walter Library 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Walter Library
Apr 24

PAWS (Pet Away Worry and Stress) at *new* Walter Library 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Walter Library

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TutoringFind online and in-person peer tutoring help with coursework and research.
Assignment CalculatorEnter the due date for the research paper, speech or lab report and get research and writing steps with help along with the way.
WorkshopsExplore in-person and online workshops on student success topics, Makerspaces, research tools and more.
Media equipment and consultationBorrow equipment for media production at no cost and get help to organize, develop a story, and other media advice.
Meet with a LibrarianConsultations with librarians for help with research and projects.
Research guidesExplore resources for academic subjects, courses, general topics, and data, created by librarians and subject experts.

Archives and Special Collections include archival records, personal papers, images, maps, films, videos and other unique and rare books and primary sources. The collections are available to everyone, by appointment.

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March 27, 2025