University Libraries Calendar

The online database RILM Abstracts of Music Literature is an essential source within music research. Yet, because it often provides only titles and summaries for articles (and not full text), utilizing it can be a daunting prospect for beginners. In this 30-minute session, learn all the basics you need to get started using RILM Abstracts in your music research.

Interlibrary Loan is your one-stop shop for getting materials we don’t already have here at Ball State University Libraries! With ILL you’ll never run out of sources. We help you borrow books, articles, chapters, music scores, sound and video recordings, theses, dissertations, and more—from libraries all around the world. The best part? It’s almost always FREE!Join one of our upcoming sessions to learn the basics of how to create an account and start requesting items from ILL. We’ll give an overview of the service, demonstrate how to make a request in ILLiad, and provide tips for getting what you need quickly and accurately. There should be plenty of time for Q&A.

There’s a brand-new mobile-friendly user interface for ERIC, APA PsycInfo, Academic Search Complete, Business Source Complete and all the other EBSCOhost databases. Get a brief look at the new features and learn how to do the old things you’re used to being able to do.

Connecting your students to course resources has never been easier! Ball State University Libraries' Reading Lists application, now featuring a new, easier-to-use interface, gives students simple access to course reserve materials—full-text articles, e-books, Open Educational Resources, streaming music and video, and more. Library staff work behind the scenes to add and activate the resources that instructors select. The best part? The Reading Lists app connects directly with your Canvas course navigation menu. We received a number of positive comments from instructors who have utilized Reading Lists to provide affordable course materials to students taking on-campus and virtual courses. Join one of our upcoming online sessions for an overview of how Reading Lists can enhance your teaching.

Connecting your students to course resources has never been easier! Ball State University Libraries' Reading Lists application, now featuring a new, easier-to-use interface, gives students simple access to course reserve materials—full-text articles, e-books, Open Educational Resources, streaming music and video, and more. Library staff work behind the scenes to add and activate the resources that instructors select. The best part? The Reading Lists app connects directly with your Canvas course navigation menu. We received a number of positive comments from instructors who have utilized Reading Lists to provide affordable course materials to students taking on-campus and virtual courses. Join one of our upcoming online sessions for an overview of how Reading Lists can enhance your teaching.

This workshop is packed with essential information about the research process to help you get started with your thesis project. Learn about research tools and strategies that will help you gather sources for your literature review. You’ll also find out how to get the most out of databases such as Dissertations and Theses Global, and Web of Science (which covers science, social sciences, and humanities content).

The online database RILM Abstracts of Music Literature is an essential source within music research. Yet, because it often provides only titles and summaries for articles (and not full text), utilizing it can be a daunting prospect for beginners. In this 30-minute session, learn all the basics you need to get started using RILM Abstracts in your music research.

Join us for a screening of and discussion about "Past Lives"."Past Lives" is a 2023 romantic drama film, marking the feature directorial debut of Celine Song. Starring Greta Lee, Teo Yoo, and John Magaro, the film tells the story of Nora and Hae Sung, two childhood friends who are separated when Nora's family emigrates from South Korea. Spanning 24 years, the narrative follows their individual journeys as they grow apart while leading different lives. Decades later, they reunite for a significant week in New York City, where they grapple with themes of destiny, love, and the life choices they've made. Touching on the immigrant experience, the story is semi-autobiographical, drawing inspiration from Song's own experiences.

Whether you are new to campus or are looking for a refresher this session will help you get oriented to finding and using resources in the Architecture Library. We’ll cover navigating the library space, finding books in the library, exploring the print magazine collection, and options for getting help using the library and library resources.

Whether you are new to campus or are looking for a refresher this session will help you get oriented to finding and using resources in the Architecture Library. We’ll cover navigating the library space, finding books in the library, exploring the print magazine collection, and options for getting help using the library and library resources.

Please join us for this livestreaming presentation of the University Libraries’ resources and services for online students. As an online student at Ball State, you have access to the full range of library resources and services, including database access, course reserves, interlibrary loan, and research assistance.

The Ball State University Libraries subscribes to New York Times All Access. Ball State faculty, staff, and students now have access to much more than just the news, including things like games and recipes. And you will still have access to the New York Times back to 1851. This workshop will provide information about setting up your access to New York Times All Access, tips and tricks as well as finding historical articles using the TimesMachine.

International students, please join us to learn about the services and resources you can use at the Ball State University Libraries. We'll talk about searching for and borrowing books, as well as finding library databases in your field so that you can search for reliable articles on your research topics. We'll also make sure you know about printing options at the libraries and how to borrow laptops and other electronic equipment. Most importantly, we want to make sure you know about the many ways you can get help when you have questions!

International students, please join us to learn about the services and resources you can use at the Ball State University Libraries. We'll talk about searching for and borrowing books, as well as finding library databases in your field so that you can search for reliable articles on your research topics. We'll also make sure you know about printing options at the libraries and how to borrow laptops and other electronic equipment. Most importantly, we want to make sure you know about the many ways you can get help when you have questions!

There’s a brand-new mobile-friendly user interface for ERIC, APA PsycInfo, Academic Search Complete, Business Source Complete and all the other EBSCOhost databases. Get a brief look at the new features and learn how to do the old things you’re used to being able to do.

Learn about theatre and dance resources available through Ball State University Libraries. We’ll take a look at print resources like books and playscripts and also explore online databases like Digital Theatre+ and International Bibliography of Theatre and Dance. Develop search strategies and learn to evaluate sources in this informative workshop!

Single subject (or single case) research is vital in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis, but it can be tricky to search by topic for articles which use this research design. Join this webinar to learn how to use specialized techniques in the University Libraries’ databases and find the research you need.

Can we trust Wikipedia? Can I cite a YouTube video? Is the paper I found on Academia.edu really legit? When anyone can edit a site or upload content, how do I know what information to trust? Join University Libraries for this workshop in which we will learn about evaluating popular online sources.

Please join the University Libraries for a livestream presentation for Mac users on EndNote, a free citation management software. See how EndNote can help you format citations in your paper, dissertation or thesis. EndNote not only allows you to format citations in APA, MLA, Chicago, it also helps you organize and manage them.

Join us for a screening of and discussion about "What These Walls Won't Hold". Transcending the grim realities of the COVID-19 pandemic, Adamu Chan's powerful documentary paints a poignant portrait of resilience and hope blossoming within the confines of San Quentin State Prison. Chan, formerly incarcerated himself, offers a unique insider's view delving into his own journey towards freedom, while simultaneously amplifying the voices of his community and their loved ones on both sides of the prison walls.

In this hands-on workshop, participants will be introduced to OpenRefine, a powerful open-source tool for cleaning and transforming messy data. Attendees will learn how to efficiently explore, tidy, and organize datasets in preparation for analysis and visualization. Whether you’re working with inconsistent data or seeking to streamline your data preparation process, this session will equip you with essential skills and practical experience to make the most of this versatile platform. No prior experience with OpenRefine is required.

Join us to hear from a panel of faculty members about getting published as a graduate student. Our panel of experts will consist of Dr. Thalia Mulvihill (Educational Leadership), Dr. Laura O'Hara (Communication Studies), and Dr. Carolyn Shue (Communication Studies). They will cover writing advice, guidance for turning seminar papers into conference papers, the process for getting an article published in a journal and much more. A librarian from Bracken Library will share resources to help you identify outlets for publication of your work. Library resources will include Ulrichsweb, Web of Science, and other useful sources. Be sure to bring your questions.

This webinar from the University Libraries is aimed at the graduate student in Applied Behavior Analysis who wants to improve their searching skills beyond the basics. Join us and explore topics like getting the most out of a database thesaurus, best practices for searching effectively and efficiently on your topic, and how to save searches so you can repeat them later. Databases covered include APA PsycInfo, ERIC, and Web of Science.

Discover how to find company and industry information for assignments or investing purposes using subscription databases available to Ball State University students, faculty, and staff. Sources include articles and company, stock, and industry reports. Participants will learn about creating lists of company data as well as finding articles and reports. This workshop may be of interest to business students and faculty alike.

Discover how to find company and industry information for assignments or investing purposes using subscription databases available to Ball State University students, faculty, and staff. Sources include articles and company, stock, and industry reports. Participants will learn about creating lists of company data as well as finding articles and reports. This workshop may be of interest to business students and faculty alike.

Please join the University Libraries for a livestream presentation for PC users on EndNote, a free citation management software. See how EndNote can help you format citations in your paper, dissertation or thesis. EndNote not only allows you to format citations in APA, MLA, Chicago, it also helps you organize and manage them.

Please join the University Libraries for a livestream presentation for Mac users on EndNote, a free citation management software. See how EndNote can help you format citations in your paper, dissertation or thesis. EndNote not only allows you to format citations in APA, MLA, Chicago, it also helps you organize and manage them.