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As an essential partner in the academic enterprise, the Concordia Library provides a diverse university community with the information resources and services fundamental to learning and the pursuit of knowledge. The Library is committed to the advancement and promotion of knowledge, the development of digital skills as the heart of academic success, and the promotion of responsible citizenship and lifelong learning.

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A quick and simple introduction to the Linux operating system. During the session we will practice Linus commands by building a setup for capturing photos on Raspberry Pi computers (provided). This workshop is for beginners with little to no experience working with this free and open-source OS.
  • 22 May
  • 14:00 - 16:00
  • Sir George Williams
This workshop aims to ensure that participants do not miss out on the little-known research tools and tricks which can be indispensable for effective graduate level research at Concordia in all subject areas. We will cover essentials such as:
  1. Pinpointing the best spots on the library web site for graduate students
  2. Discovering services, resources and perks reserved for grad students only
  3. Knowing when and how to seek in-depth assistance from Concordia subject specialists
  4. Using specialized and subject-specific resources
  5. Optimizing access to Concordia resources from on and off campus
  6. Efficiently accessing material within and beyond Concordia
Participant questions and input will be invited throughout the session.
  • 14 May
  • 11:00 - 13:00
  • Online

Do you wish the process of writing your thesis or next research paper was going a little faster? Do you sometimes feel unfocused, frustrated or alone in the writing process?  You probably need a boost... a thesis boost.

 

Concordia’s 3-day Thesis Boost Writing Retreat is back at Loyola Campus in May 2025. This highly-appreciated retreat is tailored for graduate students who are in the middle to late stages of preparing their thesis or writing an academic article. Bringing together advisors from the Library, Student Success Centre, Campus Wellness, and School of Graduate Studies, this retreat provides a supportive and motivating environment where you will accelerate your writing process.

 

Throughout the event, you'll benefit from dedicated writing time and optional workshops focused on improving your writing strategies and productivity. Concordia University’s librarians and writing assistants will be available to provide personalized guidance and strategies tailored to your specific situation. Plus, you’ll connect with peers who are experiencing similar challenges.

 

Join us to break free from isolation, connect with fellow graduate students, and develop productive writing habits. Take a significant step towards completing your thesis!

 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Participants should have begun writing their thesis or paper before participating in this event. 

 
  • 28 May - 30 May
  • 09:00 - 17:00
  • Loyola
In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to use Zotero, a desktop and web-based tool that you can use to organize the references you find in library catalogues and databases, insert citations in your papers, and prepare bibliographies or reference lists quickly and effectively in a wide variety of citation styles (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago, c.). We will look at integrating Zotero with Microsoft Word, LibreOffice, and Google Docs. We will also cover how to share folders and citations (e.g., for collaborative projects or to disseminate reading lists). No experience with Zotero is necessary.
Please ensure that you set up Zotero in advance of the workshop. You can find instructions on how to set up Zotero on the Library website: https://library.concordia.ca/help/workshops/zotero-prerequisites.pdf
  • 07 May
  • 10:00 - 12:00
  • Sir George Williams
In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to use Zotero, a desktop and web-based tool that you can use to organize the references you find in library catalogues and databases, insert citations in your papers, and prepare bibliographies or reference lists quickly and effectively in a wide variety of citation styles (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago, c.). We will look at integrating Zotero with Microsoft Word, LibreOffice, and Google Docs. We will also cover how to share folders and citations (e.g., for collaborative projects or to disseminate reading lists). No experience with Zotero is necessary.
Please ensure that you set up Zotero in advance of the workshop. You can find instructions on how to set up Zotero on the Library website: https://library.concordia.ca/help/workshops/zotero-prerequisites.pdf
  • 13 May
  • 15:00 - 16:30
  • Online