1. The Library: Why Google Isn’t Everything

2. Everyone is wondering why they should use the library when Google is slowly killing the industry.
Come on. Admit It.

4. The Bureau of Labor Statistics points out that although there’s only 7% growth in the field, it’s because there are not enough graduates to fill the positions that baby boomers are leaving behind.
Library Stats

5. “But what about Google Scholar?”

6. Journal articles are often not shown in Google Scholar because of copyright law.
Even if you pull up some results, they may not be timely, complete, or legal.
Copyright Law

7. Why trust a librarian?

9. Let’s play a game…

11. The Onion
The New Yorker
Tech Crunch
CNN

12. Once Again…

13. We can help you with your research.
Don’t know where to start?
Don’t know how to figure out the jargon in your subject?
Don’t know how to refine your search?
Schedule an appointment
We can help you with your research.

14. Use the Databases. It’s what we subscribe to them for.
You don’t even have to leave your dorm.
It’s literally all right here.
We don’t keep physical journals, so you can download anything you need
Use the Databases. It’s what we subscribe to them for.

15. List of Databases Not all databases are created equal.
Each database tends to have an emphasis
Can’t determine which one you need? Come on in for help.
List of Databases

16. Search Results for “Chicken Nuggets”

17. Expanders and Limiters
Full Text
Scholarly
Catalog
Dates
Check Source Types

18. Citations: The Other “Big Scary”

19. Preaching from Experience

20. These are not trustworthy
The top one was retrieved from the Jstor database citation note. The bottom one was created with Son of Citation Machine. Both are incorrect.
These are not trustworthy

21. Jimmerson, R. C. (2007). Archives for all: Professional responsibility and social justice. The American Archivist, 70(2), n v643m7
The capitalization in the article is wrong in both previous examples. The top one does not give the proper DOI, taking it through the database instead of the DOI. The bottom example does not present the DOI in proper link form. The link is the entire reason the DOI exists.
Proper Citation

22. Failure to properly cite could result in a failing grade due to plagiarism.

23. This is your best contact for help with your paper.
The library helps best with the research. The lab helps best with the formatting and content issues.
If there is an emergency situation, I will be happy to try and help.

24. Helpful Websites Wikipedia https://www.wikipedia.org
Despite the fact that Wikipedia is revised faster, and with more people per article than most repudiated sources, it’s still only recognized for its value in giving an overall view of a topic before diving in to deeper research
Helpful Websites

25. Helpful Websites Purdue Owl
This is a fantastic resource for all of your citation needs. It goes through several different style guides. It’s easily understood and shows plenty of examples of how to form the proper citation of just about anything.
Helpful Websites

26. Helpful Websites

27. We offer more than just articles
We believe in making sure that all students have equal access to the information they need.
We offer more than just articles

28. New projects in the works…
We’re planning on updating the iPads, bringing gaming to the library, and increasing your access to tech.
New projects in the works…

29. We’re interested in hearing what books you want to read
We’re interested in hearing what books you want to read. We want the library to reflect your interests and the dynamics of the university.
We’re listening!

30. Rare books stop vampires, guys.
We want you to look at our rare books. Call me for an appointment, and we’ll open the room for you.
Rare books stop vampires, guys.

31. What can you get out of the library?
Future employers will be impressed with how much you can learn on your own.
You will feel more confident as an employee and student because your boss or professors can’t ask anything of you that you can’t handle.
You’ll make smart decisions based on sound research
What can you get out of the library?

32. Conclusion!