This October, the Mizzou Libraries will host Research Ready in 15 Minutes, a two-week series of 15-minute virtual workshops designed to introduce students, faculty, and staff to essential library databases.

Running from October 6 – 17, each session will feature:

1. A brief overview of a key research database
2. A live demonstration of search, access, and save features
3. A highlight of a unique tool or function

The goal of this series is to provide accessible, low-pressure learning opportunities for busy users who need a quick refresher (or an introduction) to resources that support their research and coursework. All sessions will be recorded and posted to our workshops recording page for on-demand viewing.

Find more information and our toolkit on the Research Ready Guide! We encourage you to share the PDF flyer and digital signage with anyone who may be interested or benefit from the series!

We hope to see you at one of the sessions!

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop series is your gateway to mastering the citation tools that make research faster, smarter and more collaborative.

Introduction to Zotero for Citation Management, Sept. 29
Perfect for beginners, this session introduces Zotero—a powerful, free tool for managing references and research materials. Learn how to:
• Import citations from databases, websites and PDFs
• Use Zotero’s Word integration to create formatted bibliographies
• Organize sources, PDFs, and notes for easy access

Advanced Zotero, Oct. 1
Already using Zotero? Take your skills to the next level. This workshop dives into:
• Zotero Groups and shared libraries for collaborative research
• Advanced note-taking strategies to keep your thoughts organized
• Useful Zotero extensions to supercharge your workflow

Tools to Find Real Articles Fast & Cite Them Accurately, Oct. 3
Need reliable sources in a hurry? Discover how to use Zbib, a simple yet powerful citation generator that:
• Produces accurate citations in any format (APA, MLA, Chicago and more)
• Helps you quickly cite articles, books and websites without fuss
• Works seamlessly with your existing research tools

Why Attend?
Whether you’re writing a paper, preparing a thesis or collaborating on a research project, these workshops will help you stay organized, save time and cite with confidence.

Register for these online workshops here.