Research Essentials

Discover helpful library resources, learn research skills, and connect with Iona University librarians in an exploratory environment by attending library workshops. Dates for the current semester are listed below; no RSVP required.

Library Workshop: Introduction to doing Research at Iona Libraries 
Date: Wednesday, September 4 
Time: 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 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 learn about resources to help you navigate AI technology. 
Contact: sbarlowochshorn@iona.edu 

Library Workshop: Note-taking Tips 
Date: Wednesday, September 18 
Time: 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 
Location: Ryan Classroom 201
Description: Need help creating useful and organized notes for your research papers? Join us for an introduction to note-taking. Learn different approaches such as Outline, MLA, Mind Maps, and the Cornell Method to determine which one works best for you. Participants will learn ways to use AI for effective notetaking. 
Contact: sbarlowochshorn@iona.edu     

Library Workshop: Research and Citations  
Date: Thursday, October 10 
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. Learn how to create citations for AI generated content.    
Contact: sbarlowochshorn@iona.edu  

Library Workshop: Introduction to Statista 
Date: Tuesday, October 15 
Time: Noon – 12:45 p.m. 
Location: Ryan Classroom 201 
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, their Research AI tool, download infographics, and create citations.  
Contact: nsawchuk@iona.edu  

Library Workshop: Introduction to Company Research 
Date: Tuesday, October 29 
Time: Noon – 12:45 p.m. 
Location: TBD 
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 using library databases and AI tools. 
Contact: dkaye@iona.edu  

Library Workshop: Introduction to Annotated Bibliographies 
Date: Thursday, November 7 
Time: Noon – 12:45 p.m. 
Location: Ryan Classroom 201 
Description: Do you need pointers on creating an annotated bibliography? Learn the differences between a summative and an evaluative annotation and create an annotated bibliographic entry for a short sample research article. Participants will discuss the nuances of using AI for annotated bibliographies.  
Contact: sbarlowochshorn@iona.edu 

Library Workshop: Images, AI, and Copyright   
Date: Wednesday, November  20 
Time: 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. 
Location: TBD 
Description: Learn how to ethically use AI-generated videos, images, and other creative works in your projects.  Also, learn about Creative Commons and its library of cool stuff you can use for projects, videos, or art, which will help your imagination while respecting the creator.    
Contact:  dkaye@iona.edu 

Library Workshop: Research and Citations  
Date:  Tuesday, December 3 
Time: Noon – 12:45 p.m. 
Location: TBD  
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. Learn how to create citations for AI generated content. 
Contact: dkaye@iona.edu