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Predatory Journals: The Dark Side of Open Access

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Protect your research. Publish with confidence.

Not all journals are created equal. Some exist solely to profit from unsuspecting scholars—without offering real peer review or academic credibility. Join us for an informative workshop that will help you:

  • Spot the warning signs of predatory journals
  • Understand how they operate and why they’re harmful
  • Discover trusted tools to find reputable, high-quality publications for your work

Presenter: Janice Dysart, Science Librarian, Research & Information Services
Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Online via Zoom

Whether you’re a seasoned researcher or just starting out, this session will empower you to navigate the publishing landscape with clarity and confidence.

Register here for this online workshop.

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Banned Books Week Presentation by Samuel Cohen, Mizzou Associate Professor of English

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Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025
Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
114A Ellis Library and Zoom
Register here to attend via Zoom

Dr. Cohen will discuss his forthcoming book anthology, Banning Books in America: Not a How-to.

Since 2020, the U.S. has seen unprecedented efforts at the state and local level to exert control over what is taught and read by banning, challenging, or censoring books in K-12 schools, colleges and universities, and public libraries. Beginning with criticisms of the 1619 Project and gathering steam with attacks on Critical Race Theory and DEI, these efforts have led to state legislatures, school boards, and city councils becoming culture war battlegrounds. In this talk, Sam Cohen will look at these contemporary battles in the contexts of the long history of book bans, of specific books challenged by them, and of the larger questions raised about the competing interests and values at play.

Presentation sponsored by the Mizzou Libraries and the School of Information Science and Learning Technologies

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Citation & Source Management Workshop Series

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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.

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Research Ready in 15 Minutes

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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!

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Committee Memberships Updated

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All 2025-2027 library committee members have received their appointment letters, and the rosters have been updated on the staff web page. Once chairs have been picked for the committees, they need to be updated. (Contact Shannon Cary to update the page.)

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Marketing Highlight

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Check out the School of Engineering’s Instagram reel about the Engineering Library.

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home Gateway Carousel, Resources and Services Lockers with Chargers Available in Ellis Library

Lockers with Chargers Available in Ellis Library

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Image of lockers with text: Lockers with Chargers Available in Ellis Library

Looking for a place to store your items and charge your phone? Personal storage lockers with USB chargers are available in Ellis Library, next to the elevators on the main floor.

These lockers are free to use, but a Mizzou TigerCard (MU ID) is required for access. If you do not have a physical MU ID, you can check out a temporary ID at the North Service Desk, which will allow you to use the lockers. These lockers were purchased with funds from the Enhance Mizzou student fee.

Spacesaver Lockers

  • There are two USB charger ports to charge electronic devices in each locker. Chargers are available at the Check Out and Information Desk.
  • You can only use one locker at a time.
  • Lockers can only be used for one day at a time. Any items left in the lockers overnight will be taken to Lost and Found at the Ellis Library West Entrance Desk.

Instructions

  • Push on the door to open the locker door. Available lockers have a green light on the numbered panel. Occupied lockers have a red light.
  • Put Items in the locker. Charge electronic devices by plugging into USB charger ports.
  • Close locker door. Press your Mizzou TigerCard against the numbered panel to lock the door. The light will turn red. Remember your locker number.
  • Open the locked door by pressing your Mizzou TigerCard against the numbered panel. The light will turn green and the door will open.

Contact the West or North Service desks if you have any problems using the lockers.

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Library Management Team Notes

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2025.09.16 LMT Minutes

Correction: In the 8/12 Library Management Team notes, the Opportunity, Belonging and Accessibility Committee was incorrectly listed as the Organizational Business and Administration Committee.

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Silent Reading Book Club at Mizzou Libraries

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Photo of books and countryside. Text: University of Missouri Libraries, Silent Reading Book Club, Ellis Library 114A

Hello! Join us for Silent Book Club, a low-pressure, no-assignments reading group for book lovers of all kinds! Bring whatever book you’re currently reading—fiction, nonfiction, graphic novel, or anything else—and enjoy an hour of quiet reading in the company of others. There’s no required reading or group discussion—just a cozy, welcoming space to relax, read, and share the love of books. Come early or stay late to chat about what you’re reading, or just enjoy the quiet time. All readers are welcome!

For more information, visit our Silent Reading Book Club LibGuide.