Libroary Thursdays: Open Study Space Availability Pilot Launch

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Join us on Nov 21st as we launch the pilot of our online dashboard: 

‘Open Study Space Availability‘

This tool aims to provide real-time estimates of how busy the library’s study areas are, helping you find the perfect spot.

How to participate: 

01 Check-In:

Check in at the Library Entrance and collect a zone card. 

02 Explore & Record: 

Head to your designated zone and record both the dashboard’s estimates of the zone’s fullness and your observations. 

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1

Count the total number of people (including yourself) in this zone, and calculate the percentage of this zone’s fullness using the formula printed. 

2

Write down the percentage of this zone’s fullness displayed on the Open Study Space Availability dashboard.

3

Select the discrepancy range you can accept. 

03 Redeem: 

Submit your completed card to the Academic Commons (N5 Library B) to receive:

🎟 two game coupons

🎁 one gift of your choice (first come, first served)

04 Play games!!! 

Use your coupons to enjoy exciting games!

We have Fruit Ninja, Corn Hole, Biting Shark, Button Making, Dino Run and Cut the Rope.

Looking forward to seeing you there! 

Missed Libroary Thursdays? Another Chance to Apply for PPL Card

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Thank you for supporting our October Libroary Thursday event! Lots of you stopped by the library to get your free Pudong Public Library card. 

If you have missed the event, no worries! You can still apply by October 31st via this online form. 

After this date, your application will be processed with the next batch.

Having a Pudong Library card allows you to borrow materials from all public libraries in Shanghai, and access a wealth of online resources in Chinese and English remotely for your work and leisure – such as Pishu, Wanfang, Overdrive, etc. 

Apply to enjoy these benefits!

Get a FREE Pudong Library Card @ Libroary Thursdays

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Qilin: Hi Roary, what’s a Pudong Library Card and what can I do with it? 

Roary: With a Pudong Library Card, you can borrow materials from all public libraries in Shanghai, and access a wealth of online resources and databases in Chinese and English for your work and leisure. 

Wondering how to unleash the treasure trove beyond NYU Libraries with your Pudong Library Card? Sign up for the following library workshop on Oct 8th here and let our librarians show you! 

Qilin: How much does it cost to get a Pudong Library card?

Roary: If you apply at Libroary Thursdays on Oct 10th 12-2pm @ the Library, you can have the 100 RMB deposit wavied and get a card for FREE! 

Qilin: Sounds great! Is there anything I should bring for my application? 

Roary: Your will need to bring the original copy of your Chinese ID card 身份证 or Passport (foreign nationals only). More valid ID types can be found in the application form (Google Drive link), which you are more than welcome to print out, complete and sign in advance.

Qilin: I’ll make a note of that. How soon can I get my card after submitting my form? 

Roary: Printing of a card generally takes less than five minutes. While waiting, you can take part in fun activities and win prizes!!!

Qilin: Some of my friends already have their Pudong Library Cards – can they just join the games? 

Roary: Of course! Join our “萌”day (十月十日）activities for a chance to win Roary merchandise!

Qilin: Sounds awesome! Just curious, how do I check whether I have an existing Pudong Library Card under my name? 

Roary :You can verify by calling the Pudong Library at 021-38829588 or the Shanghai Library at  021-64455555.

Qilin: Sharing this with all my friends right now so that they are prepared for Thursday. See you then Roary!

Citation Month, Many events you can participate in!

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We’re thrilled to kick off a series of exciting events designed to celebrate the art of citation and the importance of academic integrity. Join us for workshops, scavenger hunt, and interactive sessions that will make citing sources not only easy but fun!

Citation Scavenger Hunt – available all month!

  • Pick up a scavenger hunt worksheet from the Library Service Desk to participate. Complete the worksheet by following the trail of citations, and submit your worksheet in the drop box. Completed worksheets will be entered into a draw for prizes!
  • Students in GPS can ask for a Completion Certificate from the Library Service Desk when they submit their completed worksheet.
  • Oct 7 – Oct 31

Following the Conversation workshop

  • Tracking down a specific source from a citation can be tricky, but it’s an important research strategy! You can see how researchers develop ideas by building on each other, like a conversation, and find important sources for your research projects. It can also help you complete our Citation Scavenger Hunt! In this workshop you’ll learn how to be a smarter, more efficient researcher by following citations in your syalbus, assigned readings, or a GPS reader.
  • Oct 9, 5:15-6:15 PM in W507 Active Learning Classroom

Drop-in Citation Support

  • Need help with identifying sources or clarifying citation style rules? Come see our experts for citation help, no appointment needed.
  • Oct 10 3:30-5:00, Library Entrance

Citation Showdown – Week of Voting

  • What’s the best way to cite? Drop by the library to vote for your favorite citation style as APA, MLA, and Chicago face off.
  • Oct 14-18

Citation Button Making

  • Rep your favorite citation style during the Citation Showdown! Drop by the Library Entrance to create a custom citation button.
  • Oct 14 1-2, Library Entrance

Who Are You Citing?

  • You’ve read their papers, but who are you really citing? Bring your reference or works cited list (finished or in-progress) to this creative event and learn more about who’s supporting your work.
  • Oct 22 4-5, N509 The Hub

Citing and Crediting AI Drop-in Support

  • Do you need to cite something created by generative AI in your assignment, or acknowledge that you’ve used generative AI in your work? Librarians and ARC Fellows are here to help, no appointment needed.
  • Oct 24 3:30-5:00, Library Entrance

Welcome Freshmen! Guides to Start Your College

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We’re happy to have you join us and we hope you’ll have a wonderful year ahead. NYU Shanghai Library has prepared a brief guide for you and to kick off your unique journey to a great start.

Get Ready for College / College Readiness Books

Check out Sage Student Succeed Online – personal development & well-being

  • U thrive : how to succeed in college and life (ebook)
  • You’ve got this : a student’s guide to well-being at university and beyond (ebook)
  • The student wellbeing toolkit : preparing for life at college, university and beyond (ebook)
  • Will this be on the test? : what your professors really want you to know about succeeding in college (ebook)
  • The Science of College: Navigating the First Year and Beyond (ebook)
  • Connecting in college : how friendship networks matter for academic and social success (ebook)

Brush Up Your Writing Skills

See more at https://guides.nyu.edu/writingguides/

For more information and resources to get you started, please visit GPS Guide and NYU Shanghai Library website.

Explore Library via Guided Tour

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Are you wandering around the Library and look for a particular room? Join us for a library tour to discover the new library space and website.

If you are curious about the hidden places in The library or just want to be the first one to explore the new space, this tour is for you. 

The tours will be conducted on the following dates and time this Fall:

Thursday, 9/5, 3:45 – 4:30 PM

Friday, 9/6 1:15 – 2 PM

Monday, 9/9, 3:45 – 4:30 PM

Tuesday, 9/10, 3:45 – 4:30 PM

Please register in advance to secure your spot as we have a maximum group size of 10 people to keep the tours quiet and safe. Come and join us for an exciting library tour to explore the hidden gems of our library space and website!

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Pick a Workshop in Fall 2024

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This semester, we prepare a lot of workshops to support your academic success. All workshops are open to all, and you can RSVP on the Engage.

Scan through the topics and see if what you like!

Most workshops will be at W507 Active Learning Classroom except special notification.

WorkshopDateDate of the WeekTime
How to Read Like a Librarian: Scholarly Strategies for Using Books & Articles9/10Tuesday3:45-4:30 PM
Library 1019/11Wednesday3:45-4:45 PM
Library 1019/12Thursday3:45-4:45 PM
Developing Your Research Topic9/13Friday1:15-2:15 PM
Introduction to Chinese language E-resources on China Studies (i.e. CNKI)9/16Monday3:45-4:45 PM
Introduction to English language E-resources on China Studies9/18Wednesday3:45-4:45 PM
Introduction to Evidence Synthesis: Systematic Review, Scoping Reivew, and More9/19Thursday3:45-4:45 PM
Financial Data and Where to Find Them9/19Thursday6-7 PM
Basic Research Skills for Freshmen9/20Friday1:15-2:15 PM
AI & U: AI for Literature Discovery9/23Monday3:45-4:30 PM
AI & U: Trivia with AI9/24Tuesday3:45-4:45 PM
AI & U: NYU GenAI Pilot Overview9/25Wednesday2:30-3:30
AI & U: LLM Application Development9/26Thursday3:45-4:45 PM
AI & U: AI & Authorship9/27Friday1:15-2:15
Unleashing the Treasure Trove: Exploring Bonus Knowledge Beyond NYU Libraries10/8Tuesday3:45-4:45 PM
Following the Conversation: From Citation to Source10/9Wednesday5:15-6:15 PM
Analyst Report and Where to Find Them10/15Tuesday6-7 PM
PubMed: Basics of Searching10/16Wednesday3:45-4:45 PM
Primary Sources: Strategies for Interrogating & Engaging with Historical Materials10/29Tuesday3:45-4:45 PM
The Fun side of the Library: Finding movies, music, and more!10/30Wednesday3:45-4:45 PM
Elementary Video Production Workshop11/5Tuesday3:45-4:45 PM
Research on China? Primary Sources on China Studies11/6Wednesday3:45-4:45 PM
Everyone is an Artist: Creating Original Images & Icons in Canva11/8Friday1:15-2:15 PM
Post-production Workshop: CapCut 剪映11/12Tuesday3:45-4:45 PM

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