Overview
The Research Commons (RC) is a support hub for graduate student research, offering study space, one-on-one consultations, workshops, and presentation opportunities. It is located on the ground floor of Allen Library South. The Research Commons offers virtual consultations and events.
Activity: Explore RC Services & Past Presentations
Graduate student consultation services:
- Citation Management – Zotero, Endnote Basic, Mendeley
- Design Help – design posters, visualize data, format graphs
- Graduate Funding Information Service – help with finding funding
- Writing Consultations – help with conference proposals, publications, theses
Graduate student presentation opportunities:
- Scholars’ Studio lightning talks
- GIS Symposium: sample proceedings
Check the Research Commons events listing to find in-person and virtual workshops, presentation opportunities, and other events.
Reflection
- How could you see yourself using research commons services to support your research?
- Which service or events are you most likely to utilize?