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Research Essentials

A General Guide to Research: how to research, where to look for sources, how to evaluate work, and where to get research help in the Iona University Libraries.

Library Workshops Fall 2025

Library Workshop: Introduction to doing Research at Iona Libraries
Date: Thursday, September 4 
Time: Noon – 12:45 p.m.
Location:  Ryan Classroom 201
Description: An introduction to the Iona Libraries and the resources it offers. Learn where to find and how to use databases to search for academic sources and explore AI@Iona. No RSVP Required


Library Workshop: Introduction to doing Research at Iona Libraries
Date: Tuesday, September 9  
Time: Noon – 12:45 p.m.
Location:  Kelly 033 
Description: An introduction to the Iona Libraries and the resources it offers. Learn where to find and how to use databases to search for academic sources and explore AI@Iona. No RSVP Required


Library workshop: Introduction to Company Research
Date: Tuesday, September 23
Time: Noon – 12:45 p.m. 
Location: Lapenta School of Business Room 211 
Description: Need help researching a company for a class or to prepare for an interview? Join us to learn how to quickly find out more about companies and how to best practices for using AI for company research. No RSVP Required

 

Library workshop: Introduction to Statista
Date: Wednesday, October 22
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Lapenta School of Business Room 102 
Description: Do you have an assignment that requires statistics? Statista gathers statistical information from 10,000+ data sources, such as market researchers, trade organizations, scientific publications, and government sources. Participants will learn to navigate the Statista platform, download infographics, create citations and utilize its' AI functionality. No RSVP Required


Library workshop: Research and Citations 
Date: Thursday, November 13 
Time: Noon – 12:45 p.m.
Location: Ryan Classroom 201 
Description: Learn how to gather and organize your research using RefWorks. RefWorks is a tool that can be used to create citations for your papers in MLA, APA, Chicago, or ACS format. This workshop will also cover how to cite and share AI generated content. No RSVP Required


Library workshop: End of term Library Pop-in
Date: Thursday, December 4
Time: Noon - 12:45 p.m. 
Location: Ryan Classroom 201  
Description: Librarians will be available to assist you with end of term projects.  Puzzles and crafts will be available for anyone needing a creativity break.