Monday, July 31, 2017 — 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM EDT
Are you stressed? Do you need help or someone to talk to? Peer supporters from Mental Health Services are here for you! Counselling services will be offered in the Dana Porter and Davis Centre libraries. This service is provided by UW MATES (Mentor Assistance Through Education & Support).
Counselling is available Monday to Thursday 7:00pm-9:00pm during the exam period:
Friday, July 28, 2017 (all day) to Friday, August 11, 2017 (all day)
Off hours: A showcase of the hidden talents, skills and interests of Library staff
This summer, the Library is highlighting the talents of our staff and their creations. Featuring installations, weaving, photography and more, come see what our staff do in our off hours! Located in the display case across from Browsers.
Part three (July 28 to August 11):
Mary Lynne Bartlett: photography
Carmen Peters: painting
Tuesday, July 25, 2017 (all day) to Friday, August 11, 2017 (all day)
Library Ambassadors Dennie and Rabia will be providing a variety of stress-relieving activities for students, including LEGO, Giant Jenga and colouring. Take a photo of your creation and tag @uwlibrary on Facebook, Twitter to Instagram for a chance to win a $40 gift card from Retail Services!
Monday, July 17, 2017 — 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM EDT
Interested in Open Access and getting involved in Library-led promotions across the University of Waterloo?
Faculty and staff are invited to attend a brainstorming session to prepare for Open Access Week planning. All are welcome.
Monday, July 17, 2017 (all day) to Friday, July 21, 2017 (all day)
What does it mean to be part of a campus community? Library Ambassador Natalie will provide students with the opportunity to colour puzzle pieces expressing their thoughts and feelings about the Library and the University of Waterloo. The finished puzzle will form a picture of the Dana Porter and Davis Centre libraries, and show the interconnectedness of Waterloo students.
Puzzle pieces will be available at Dana Porter and Davis Centre libraries.
Friday, July 14, 2017 (all day) to Friday, July 28, 2017 (all day)
Off hours: A showcase of the hidden talents, skills and interests of Library staff
This summer, the Library is highlighting the talents of our staff and their creations. Featuring installations, weaving, photography and more, come see what our staff do in our off hours! Located in the display case across from Browsers.
Part two (July 14 to July 28):
Samantha Gibbon: chain mail
Hannah Johnson: knitted works
Wednesday, July 12, 2017 — 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EDT
In this session, participants will be introduced to copyright and licensing, and the rights and responsibilities they have when publishing their research. This session includes an introduction to:
- copyright and licensing as they apply to publication
- your rights as an author and tips on how to keep them
- suggestions of helpful resources for publication
- questionable publisher practices and how to avoid them
As part of GRADventure, this workshop is open to graduate students and post-docs only.
Friday, June 30, 2017 (all day) to Friday, July 14, 2017 (all day)
Off hours: A showcase of the hidden talents, skills and interests of Library staff
This summer, the Library is highlighting the talents of our staff and their creations. Featuring installations, weaving, photography and more, come see what our staff do in our off hours! Located in the display case across from Browsers.
Part one (June 30 to July 14):
Danielle Farr: cross-stitch
Gerald Underhill: wood installation
Monday, June 19, 2017 (all day) to Tuesday, July 4, 2017 (all day)
Library Ambassador Dennie has created a book display at the Dana Porter Library to celebrate Pride Month and show support for the 2SLGBTQ+ communities.
