This month, McMaster's Research Data Management (RDM) Community of Practice is discussing research software development for preservation and archiving. Join the discussion on March 28 at 11AM: libcal.mcmaster.ca/event/3792271

Graduate researchers: Check out the open access opportunities available through Mac libraries.

A total solar eclipse, while an amazing thing to see, can cause serious damage to your eyes. Learn more about how to protect yourself. ➡️ow.ly/NuRm50R8OKZ

McMaster libraries are out of solar eclipse glasses. Stop by Thode and Mills libraries this afternoon to watch NASA's live stream of the eclipse on our digital screens or watch at the link below. 🔗 science.nasa.gov/eclipses/futur…

Our final Archives Alive event of the academic year features McMaster's Rick Monture with a presentation on Pauline Johnson and her archive at McMaster University Library. This virtual event is free and all are welcome. 🗓️ April 18, 2024 🕛 12 p.m. ET 🔗zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Searching for help on R? Seeking a primer on LaTeX? Looking for advice on programming with Python? The Data Analysis Support Hub – DASH – services, resources and workshops are available to McMaster grad students free of charge. Learn more bit.ly/3PRrYhh

Mac Grad Students, Postdocs: Learn more about working with sensitive data including how to protect your data, your research participants, and you, in this McMaster Libraries workshop. Virtual session on April 17, 10:30am to 12pm. Register bit.ly/4arKzsu

Upcoming events at McMaster library: April 25: RDM Community of Practice April 26: Teaching and Learning Mini Conference April 26: Zines as Critical Data with CMST&MM 720 students 🔗 library.mcmaster.ca/events

This week's events at McMaster library: April 30: Survival Analysis with R May 1: Preserving Your Digital Products May 2: Nonhuman Witnessing with Michael Richardson 🔗 library.mcmaster.ca/events

The annual CREST Conference from McMasterWISE is happening May 25. CREST is an opportunity to showcase your STEM research and network. Theme: Shaping the Future: Trends and Insights for Tomorrow.” mcmasterwise.com/crest

McMaster grad students, postdocs: Learn how to build your own data management plan at the Sherman Centre DMP boot camp, happening on May 14. This session will briefly introduce different sections of a DMP and important things to consider as you build it. libcal.mcmaster.ca/event/3738756

McMaster trainees, postdocs, staff in health research are invited to an online question-and-answer session with CIHR trainees and postdocs in health research. Online session happens July 11 (English) and July 13 (French). Session is hosted by CIHR. bit.ly/4aXFOY2

This week's Teaching and Learning Month at McMaster library events: May 6-7: Computational Text Analyses Bootcamp May 6: Canva Design Masterclass May 7: The Academic Toolbox May 8: Engaging Students in Open Scholarship May 9: The Lyons Studio Experience 🔗 mi.mcmaster.ca/teaching-and-l…

Writing your thesis? We have a Graduate Thesis Toolkit, created by and for McMaster grad students. Topics include time management, editing and staying well during the process of writing. View the accessible toolkit online or download the Pressbook. bit.ly/2n9thhl

Mac Grad Students: Have you completed your thesis work but need to learn more about data deposit and sharing? Don't miss the Sherman Centre For Digital Scholarship Data Deposit Boot Camp. Data management specialists will deliver the session, answer questions. June 18. bit.ly/3Wfo6KY

McMaster offers dedicated study space for grad students, postdocs in Mills Library. The study room is designed for writing and research, complete with large tables, office chairs, standing work area, comfortable seating, wifi. Learn more bit.ly/2msSnag

Join a weekly volunteer group, providing much needed care, connection, mentorship and tutoring for under-served children and youth. Groups run in May and June. Visit Open Circle McMaster for more info about Community Volunteer Circles bit.ly/3wAlWeo

McMaster trainees, postdocs, staff in health research are invited to an online question-and-answer session with CIHR trainees and postdocs in health research. Online session happens July 11 (English) and July 13 (French). Session is hosted by CIHR. bit.ly/4aXFOY2

McMaster’s Office for the Development of English Language Learners (MODEL) is a free service for students who need language support. MODEL offers weekly sessions, as well as one-on-one consultations that you can book through an online appointment form. meld.humanities.mcmaster.ca/model/

McMaster career counsellors understand the challenges and goals of graduate students and are ready to help you make informed decisions about your career choices. Tailored support for grad students is available through our Student Success Centre. bit.ly/44EysGp