LHOP-list February 2016

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by Alexis Gomez

View this email in your browser (http://us11.campaign-archive1.com/?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id=b74b29091…) Harvard Library logo with Veritas shield ** This Week: ------------------------------------------------------------ * How to start a research project * Introduction to Fair Use I'll be in the dining hall on Thursday from 8:00-9:00 with candy and handouts, ready to answer any questions you might have. Email me any time (gomez01(a)college.harvard.edu (mailto:gomez01@college.harvard.edu) ) and check out our Peer Research Fellow website (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) for useful links and resources! Upcoming Events: Be sure to check out the phenomenal feminist poetry reading (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) at Schlesinger Library on March 1 at 7:30! Bright room with armchairs and bookshelves Study Space of the Week: McKay Reading Space: Located on the third floor of Pierce Hall in the Gordon McKay Library, this study space has numerous small tables perfect for quietly working on a pset with friends. You can also check out books and periodicals about applied math, applied physics, computer science, engineering, material sciences, and the like. Quick Tips: Doing "presearch": Before you engage on a research project, you should do background research to help formulate your question. You can start by looking up your topic in an encyclopedia to understand the basics. Many of the ones the library has are available online, and several are topic specific (e.g. The International Encyclopedia of Revolution and Protest and The Food Encyclopedia: Over 800 Ingredients, Tools, Techniques and People), which will help you find the relevant information faster. You can also search in HOLLIS+ for literature reviews (use this keyword for "subject") to get an overview of the research that has already been published! Did You Know...? shadow of a stack of books ...that fair use (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) allows you to use copyrighted materials without permission as long as you do so in a transformative manner? Fair use can help you use copyrighted materials in your papers, presentations, and creative projects. According to Justice Souter of the Supreme Court, your use of copyrighted materials must be one that “adds something new, with a further purpose or different character, altering the first with new expression, meaning or message." It can also have a scholarly or non-profit usage. You should be careful about the amount of the source material used, whether you are taking snippets or an entire idea, and your effects on the existing market. If you want to learn more, check out HCL blog postings for Fair Use Week (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) ! cover of the book, Herland Book of the Week: The book of the week (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) is Herland, by Charlotte Perkins Gilman (Utopian Fiction). According to the Currierite who recommended this book, it is "Intriguing and part of a trilogy." If you would like to make your own recommendation, fill out this survey (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) ! Comic courtesy of Unshelved (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) comic about library resources [Panel 1-Librarian: "Did you find out what the debate is about?" Boy: "Yeah, overpopulation." Panel 2- Librarian: "And will you be agreeing with Malthus?" Boy: ...Maybe." Panel 3-Librarian: "The whole concept of 'research' is foreign to you, isn't it?" Boy: "Facts just confuse people. I'm going to focus on sound bites and a good haircut."] ============================================================ Copyright © 2015 Harvard LHOP, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: LibraryPRF(a)fas.harvard.edu This email was sent to lhop-list(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu (mailto:lhop-list@lists.fas.harvard.edu) why did I get this? (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/about?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id=5…) unsubscribe from this list (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) update subscription preferences (http://harvard.us11.list-manage2.com/profile?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id…) Library House Outreach Program . Harvard Library . Cambridge, Ma 02138 . USA Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…

8 years, 2 months

PRF Newsletter

by Alexis Gomez

View this email in your browser (http://us11.campaign-archive1.com/?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id=0141d4398…) Harvard Library logo with Veritas shield ** This Week: ------------------------------------------------------------ * Color printers, multimedia lab, borrowable tech * Drop library books off right here in the Quad! I'll be in the dining hall on Thursday from 8:00-9:00 with candy and handouts, ready to answer any questions you might have. Email me any time (gomez01(a)college.harvard.edu (mailto:gomez01@college.harvard.edu) ) and check out our Peer Research Fellow website (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) for useful links and resources! Bright room with armchairs and bookshelves Study Space of the Week: Law Library Reading Room: located on the 4th floor of the Law School Library, this reading room is the perfect place to study. With arching white ceilings and seating of all sorts (including standing desks!), you'll feel both relaxed and inspired to work while in this space. Quick Tips: shadow of stack of books Do you have stacks of books to return? Don't feel like trudging or shuttling all the way to the Yard? Just resturn them to theWolbach Library (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) , across the street from the Quad at the Center for Astrophysics! The Wolbach Library is open 10am-4pm Monday-Friday. Whenever it is open, you can return your books there, even if they came from Lamont, Widener, or any other library. Did You Know...? ...that now Cabot, Lamont, AND Widener all have color printers??? ...that the Lamont Multimedia Lab (now located on B Level) has computers with digital/audio editing software; personnel to help with projects; scanners that make different documents, languages, and scripts searchable; and MORE? ...that the libraries loan laptops and netbooks for 3 hour periods? The library has all of these multimedia features and so many more. Check out the Multimedia Resources Page (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) to find out more! cover of the book, A Suitable Boy Book of the Week: The book of the week (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) is A Suitable Boy, by Vikram Seth (fiction). According to the Currierite who recommended this book, it is "A wonderful slice of Indian life." If you would like to make your own recommendation, fill out this survey (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) ! Comic courtesy of Unshelved (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) comic about library resources [Panel 1- IT Guy:Ok, all our computers are clean. Librarian: Thanks, Dewey. Panel 2- Librarian: We did the right thing! Patron: I'd like to check out some CD's, please. Panel 3- Librarian: We struck a blow for intellectual property! Patron: They're for a compilation tape I'm making. Panel 4- Librarian: Libraries aren't havens for music piracy! Patron: I'm sending copies to all my friends!] ============================================================ Copyright © 2015 Harvard LHOP, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: LibraryPRF(a)fas.harvard.edu This email was sent to lhop-list(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu (mailto:lhop-list@lists.fas.harvard.edu) why did I get this? (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/about?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id=5c…) unsubscribe from this list (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) update subscription preferences (http://harvard.us11.list-manage2.com/profile?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id…) Library House Outreach Program . Harvard Library . Cambridge, Ma 02138 . USA Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…

8 years, 3 months

PRF Newsletter

by Alexis Gomez

View this email in your browser (http://us11.campaign-archive1.com/?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id=afb53a49f…) Harvard Library logo with Veritas shield ** This Week: ------------------------------------------------------------ * Special locations in Lamont * Helpful features of the Cambridge Public Library I'll be in the dining hall on Thursday from 8:00-9:00 with candy and handouts, ready to answer any questions you might have. Email me any time (gomez01(a)college.harvard.edu (mailto:gomez01@college.harvard.edu) ) and check out our Peer Research Fellow website (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) for useful links and resources! Green room with stained glass window and long tables Study Space of the Week: Spaudling Reading Room: Located on the second floor of the Loeb Music Library, the Spalding Reading Room is a gorgeous dark green study room with large tables and high windows. It is a perfect place to study for any subject while surrounded by the wonderful world of music. Quick Tips: Visit the Cambridge Public Library: Do you want to do more pleasure reading this semester? Do you want a new study space where your friends can't distract you? Try the Cambridge Public Library (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) ! All Harvard students are eligible to get library cards (see my handout on Thursday for details). The CPL has a great selection of books, an amazing graphic novel collection, and a plethora of audio books. A Cambridge Public Library card also grants you access to their e-book collection, which you can read from your computer. The library frequently hostsauthor talks, concerts, and more (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) ! Did You Know...? Stack of blue books ...that Lamont has a great multimedia lab? Students are welcome to come and use the video editing software, record music, and the like. It has thesame hours (http://harvard.us11.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) as Lamont and there are staff members on hand until 12 am on Sunday-Thursday and 10 pm on Friday-Saturday. You can also check out cameras and other equipment! While you're in Lamont, be sure to check out the reference desk on Level B. If you have questions about a paper, want help with the microfilm machines, or just want to learn more, this is the space! Be sure to check the hours (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) before you go! Siddhartha by Herman Hesse Book of the Week: The book of the week (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) is Siddhartha, by Herman Hesse (fiction with spiritual inclinations). According to the Currierite who recommended this book, it is "an oriental version of Coelho's 'The Alchemist', combining Buddhist, Hindu, and Taoist philosophy in this wonderful short story about a man who tries to find himself." If you would like to make your own recommendation, fill out this survey (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) ! Comic courtesy of Unshelved (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) comic about library resources [Panel 1- Patron: I just wanted the bathroom! Why are you telling me everything about the library? Librarian: Well, not everything. I missed the catalog, the reference section... Panel 2- Patron: Why? Librarian: We tell you as much as possible while we have your attention. Patron: Why? Librarian: Every time we teach someone about a resource an angel gets its wings.] ============================================================ Copyright © 2015 Harvard LHOP, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: LibraryPRF(a)fas.harvard.edu This email was sent to lhop-list(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu (mailto:lhop-list@lists.fas.harvard.edu) why did I get this? (http://harvard.us11.list-manage2.com/about?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id=5…) unsubscribe from this list (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/unsubscribe?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) update subscription preferences (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/profile?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id=…) Library House Outreach Program . Harvard Library . Cambridge, Ma 02138 . USA Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…

8 years, 3 months

PRF Newsletter: Thesis Help!

by Alexis Gomez

View this email in your browser (http://us11.campaign-archive1.com/?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id=46323b587…) ** This Week: ------------------------------------------------------------ * Working on a thesis or a tutorial paper this semester? Read on to learn what assistance is available to you through the library! * Chipotle chips and dip this study break to welcome you back to school and to share with you what the PRF program is all about! I'll be in the dining hall on Thursday from 8-9pm with chips and dip and information about the PRF program. Stop by to learn how I can help you this semester. As always, if you have any research questions, email me any time (gomez01(a)college.harvard.edu (mailto:gomez01@college.harvard.edu) ) and check out our PRF Website (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) for useful links and resources! Study Space of the Week: The Loker Reading Room: located on the second floor of Widener, the Loker Reading Room is home to large wooden work tables, comfy arm chairs, and a breathtaking ceiling view. Fill out this survey (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) to suggest your favorite spaces. Quick Tips: Don’t have time to head to a library to check something out? Remember that a significant portion of Harvard's special collections (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) are digitized, that many books and journal articles are available online through HOLLIS+ (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) , and don't hesitate to explore the plethora of databases (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) available to you. There are plenty of sources available online and in the regular Harvard library stacks, but if you do have time and want to get your hands on some of Harvard's archival material, check out this Special Collections Tour Book (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) that shows you where to go and how to access most of Harvard's special and archival materials. Did You Know...? ...that there are resources available for thesis or tutorial help? If you have a major project coming up, get in touch with a Research Librarian (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) in your field to help you find all the sources you need. Check out various Research Guides (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) geared towards your topic (e.g. the English Tutorial and Thesis Guide (http://harvard.us11.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) ). Writing a senior thesis? Sign up for a study carrel (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) in one of Harvard's many libraries. And don't forget to check out the library's Citation Tool classes (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) offered throughout the semester -- they're a quick, easy way to keep all those citations organized! Book of the Week: The book of the week (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) is A Prayer for Owen Meany, by John Irving. According to the Currierite who recommended this book, it is an "inspiring modern classic." (Fiction). If you would like to make your own recommendation, fill out this survey (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) ! Upcoming Events: * Getting to know HOLLIS+: Not certain how HOLLIS+ works or how to make it do what you need it to? Join us in the Larsen Room in Lamont on the first Wednesdays of every month (Feb. 3, Mar. 2, Apr. 6, May 4) from 2-3:30. + 2:00-3:00 SEARCHING: learn to use HOLLIS+ to find the best material relevant to your topic. + 3:00-3:30 FINDING: learn how to actually get your hands on the materials you've found. Comic courtesy of Unshelved (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f…) ============================================================ Copyright © 2015 Harvard LHOP, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: LibraryPRF(a)fas.harvard.edu This email was sent to lhop-list(a)lists.fas.harvard.edu (mailto:lhop-list@lists.fas.harvard.edu) why did I get this? (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/about?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id=5c…) unsubscribe from this list (http://harvard.us11.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3…) update subscription preferences (http://harvard.us11.list-manage1.com/profile?u=dda0ccd00b6d7270a8c9448f3&id…) Library House Outreach Program . Harvard Library . Cambridge, Ma 02138 . USA Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…

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