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New 24/5 Study Space at Ellis Library!

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Need a quiet place to study late into the night? We’ve got you covered.

Ellis Library now offers a secure study space on the ground floor of Ellis Library, from midnight to 7 a.m. on Sunday through Thursday nights, for all MU students!

How It Works:

  • Floors 1–4 will close at midnight.
  • At 12:00 a.m., patrons who wish to stay must relocate to the Bookmark Café on the Ground Level.
  • MU ID required for entry after midnight.

What’s Available Overnight:

Safety & Support:
The West Service Desk will be staffed from 12 a.m.–8 a.m. by the Safety Team. If students need research help, they can use our 24-hour chat service to get help from librarians (not a chatbot).

home Gateway Carousel, Workshops Maximizing Your Research Identity and Measuring Research Impact

Maximizing Your Research Identity and Measuring Research Impact

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Elevate your scholarly presence. Understand your influence.
Ready to take control of your academic footprint? This dynamic workshop will guide you through the essential tools and strategies to build a powerful research identity and assess the true reach of your work.

What you’ll learn:

  • How to create and manage researcher profiles across key platforms
  • Where to find and interpret metrics like citation counts, journal impact factors, h-index and altmetrics

    • Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your academic visibility and measure your impact.

    Register here for September 17 online workshop.

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Library Research Essentials Workshops

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Elevate Your Library Research Skills
Dive into the world of research with our Library Research Essentials workshop series! Whether you’re a student, academic, or professional, these sessions are designed to equip you with the tools and strategies you need to excel in your research journey.

Workshop Lineup

  • Sep. 9: Demystifying the Literature Review
    Register here for online workshop.
    Struggling with literature reviews? Learn how to structure, organize, and write compelling reviews that lay the foundation for your research success.
  • Sep. 24: Google Scholar and Beyond
    Register here for online workshop.
    Discover how to get the most out of Google Scholar and explore other powerful research tools to uncover high-quality, relevant, and authoritative resources for your projects.

Why Attend?
• Gain practical skills you can apply immediately.
• Save time and maximize the quality of your research.
• Learn from experienced professionals in an interactive setting.

Take the first step toward becoming a research pro—join us for Library Research Essentials!

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Reminders About News Notes

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Here are a few policies and procedures regarding News Notes.

1. Items for News Notes should be submitted to me by noon on Thursday. Please let me know if you will have a late submission.

2. Please send completed items as you wish them to be posted in the blog. This saves time and confusion. If you would like help in composing your post or if you want me to edit the post, please let me know in advance of the submission deadline.

3. If you have images for your posts, please send them to me as a graphic file attached (not inserted in) to your e-mail.

4. Items must be work-related, but I do occasionally post personal announcements about staff members in a Staff Corner post.

5. If you have corrections to items in News Notes, please send them directly to me.

Thank you for your cooperation. Following these procedures will aid me in making sure that News Notes items are published quickly and accurately. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Shannon Cary, carysn@missouri.edu

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In the News

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“Mizzou makes getting involved easy–and fun”
Show Me Mizzou, August 26, 2025

home Staff news Goodbye to Gabe Harman

Goodbye to Gabe Harman

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Gabe has accepted a new position at Loyola University Chicago (LUC), and we’re excited for him as he begins this next chapter. We are grateful for Gabe’s many contributions as Journalism Librarian and as Interim Head of the Journalism Library since November 2024.

Gabe’s last day with us will be September 16. We are working to ensure coverage for the Journalism Library until Jennilyn Wiley’s arrival, expected on or around November 1.

“Life is Cooler by the Lake” is a popular LUC slogan—and it can be quite literal from January through April! Buy yourself a warm coat, Gabe!

–Jeannette Pierce

home Staff news May to Present at Amigos Conference

May to Present at Amigos Conference

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Amanda May will be presenting at the Libraries Cultivating Community Conference on September 10. Click here for the complete conference schedule.

Taking A “Paws”– Kitten Cuddle Puddle with Barnie’s Place Feline Rescue

With over 3,400 students, the University of Missouri College of Engineering is a high-pressure academic environment. To support student well-being, the Engineering Library and Technology Commons (ELTC)—a key resource hub—hosts the Kitten Cuddle Puddle, a Finals Week event in partnership with Barnie’s Place Feline Rescue. Students interact with adoptable cats in a calming space designed to reduce stress and encourage self-care.

This event is one of several ELTC outreach efforts, including the Shamrock Tea, Welcome Cookout, and library programming such as book bedazzling and paper crafts, all aimed at building community and supporting student success. The presentation will cover the evolution of these initiatives, lessons learned, and considerations for forming meaningful partnerships. Attendees will also enjoy photos and stories from past events that highlight the impact of wellness-focused programming.

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home Staff news Congratulations to Gayle Mooney

Congratulations to Gayle Mooney

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The Libraries are pleased to announce that Gayle Mooney’s position has been reclassified to Business Support Specialist I, effective August 31, 2025. She will join the new Administrative & Fiscal Support Unit in Library Administration, reporting to Kathy Peters. Her colleagues will be Nicole Whyte, Executive Assistant to the Vice Provost for Libraries, and the new Office Support Associate, which is currently vacant. Together, they will provide high-level administrative, financial and event coordination support for the Mizzou Libraries. Congratulations, Gayle!