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Sign up for workshops and events sponsored by the Research Commons that will introduce you to a variety of skills, tools, and concepts valuable to researchers: GIS, data management, and more. lib.umd.edu/rc/workshops
Enroll in our online short courses Our short courses are developed with the graduate and faculty community in mind. go.umd.edu/lib-catalog
Request a workshop Have a workshop tailored to your teaching needs, including data science, statistical analysis, systematic review, data management, GIS, and more!
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Library hours Be sure to check the hours online before you visit the library. Access to our buildings and services may be limited during the pandemic.
the librarians who specialize in your discipline. Share your research needs and tap their expertise. Request an appointment at
Research questions? I can help you.
go.umd.edu/ your-specialist
The GIS and Spatial Data Center, located in
the Research Commons on McKeldin’s 4th floor, offers services that are free of charge and include workshops, course support, project support, and oneon-one consultations in all aspects of geospatial research and teaching.
lib.umd.edu/gis
Chat online. Click Ask Us. You’ll also find answers to questions others have asked.
Use library resources anywhere you are lib.umd.edu As a student, you have access to databases and information you can’t get through basic web searches. By logging into the University Libraries website, you’re guaranteed high-quality information we’ve already paid for.
WorldCat UMD Search for books, media, journal articles, and more owned by the UMD Libraries and more than 10,000 libraries worldwide. (Remember, we may be able to get an item for you even if we don’t own it.)
Databases Your portal to more than 350 research databases and 17,000 electronic journals.
