06/02/2026
Boost Your Research Skills This Summer!
Looking to elevate your academic game? The Mardigian Library at UM-Dearborn is hosting a series of Summer Sessions designed to give you the tools, tips, and confidence you need to succeed in your research.
Whether you need help tracking your citations, finding niche data, or polishing a poster presentation, we’ve got a session for you. All events take place in Mardigian Library 1211.
Check out the full lineup below and mark your calendars!
1️⃣ Citation Management with Zotero
Learn how to use Zotero to effortlessly track, annotate, and cite your information sources, keeping your research organized and plagiarism-free.
Date: Thursday, June 4th
Time: Noon – 1:00 PM
Location: Mardigian Library 1211
2️⃣ Exploring Alternative Sources of Information
Stuck in traditional article databases? Discover reputable alternative sources, including technical standards, working papers, trade journals, and raw statistical data for your own data analysis.
Date: Thursday, June 18th
Time: Noon – 1:00 PM
Location: Mardigian Library 1211
3️⃣ Hands-On Literature Review Help Session
Bring your literature reviews—no matter the topic or what stage you are at! Stop in for personalized 1-on-1 or small group consultations with a librarian for direct help and advice.
Date: Thursday, July 16th
Time: Noon – 2:00 PM
Location: Mardigian Library 1211
4️⃣ Poster Presentations
Turn your hard work and research results into a polished, attention-grabbing poster presentation. Learn the best practices for visual storytelling in academics.
Date: Tuesday, July 21st
Time: Noon – 1:00 PM
Location: Mardigian Library 1211
5️⃣ Reading and Understanding Academic Literature
Demystify dense academic texts. Learn how to efficiently read, evaluate, and critique both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
Date: Thursday, July 30th
Time: Noon – 1:00 PM
Location: Mardigian Library 1211
