Library Events this Week - Poetry, Zotero, AI Tool-Testing....

DiMenna-Nyselius Library - Events - Week of Oct. 15th 

See link below ( bit.ly/dnlevents ) for the full calendar of events.

Program Open to All 

Forever in Awe: Poetry Reading by Fr. Thomas J. Fitzpatrick, SJ

Thurs. 10/16, 4:30-5:30pm, Library Auditorium, rm 101, Register: Forever in Awe: Poetry Reading by Father Thomas J. Fitzpatrick, SJ - LibCal - DiMenna-Nyselius Library

Poetry reading given by Fr. Tom and a wine and cheese reception to follow. Opening remarks given by the Dean of the Library & University Librarian, Christina McGowan, and Associate Dean of the Meditz College of Arts & Sciences and Assistant Professor of the Practice in Philosophy, Jason Smith.

Thomas Fitzpatrick, S.J. has been part of our Fairfield University community for ten years, known for his transformative work in leading people through the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises, and is returning to campus for this event. His personal writing looking back on a lifetime of lived spirituality on five continents across the world is equally transformative. 

Co-sponsored by the Meditz College of Arts & Sciences, DiMenna-Nyselius Library, & Office of the Senior Vice President.

Zotero Workshop

Thurs. 10/16, 7-8pm, Zoom

Learn how to get started with Zotero, including how to attach PDFs, notes and images to your citations, organize them into collections for different projects, and create bibliographies. Register to receive the link. Zotero Workshop - LibCal - DiMenna-Nyselius Library

AI Series: AI Sandbox Tool-testing

Fri. 10/17, 9:30-11am, CAS Innovation Lab

Drop by to test AI tools in a casual environment. Bring your device. More details: AI Series: AI Sandbox: Tool-testing Drop-In - LibCal - DiMenna-Nyselius Library

Scholarly Communication Librarian Drop-in Hrs

Fri. 10/17, 10am-12pm, in-person or virtual

For publishing questions & support, ask for Matt at the Library Services & Information Desk, or use the Zoom link.

Student Programs

Note-taking Tips

Wed. 10/15, 10am-11am, Library lobby

Drop-by for helpful note-taking tips!

Book Talk & Walk

Wed. 10/15, 10:15-11am, meet in lobby

Join a librarian for a stroll around campus while discussing books. Walking group will leave from the lobby promptly at 10:15am. FYE Social credit.

Cozy Reading Lounge (weekly)

Wed. 10/15, 7pm-9pm, Writing Center

Quiet reading gathering in a cozy space with snacks. BYOB (book).

National Spirit Day: Stand Against Bullying, Stand for Pride  (SDMA event)

Thurs. 10/16 11am-2pm, CAS Innovation Lab

The space will feature educational resources, student reflection prompts, and opportunities to make supportive statements of allyship and resilience.

AI Series: AI Literacy Workshop

Thurs. 10/16, 2-3pm, Library rm 114

Students will learn how to use AI tools critically and ethically. FYE Academic Credit.

From Your Feedback Friday: Study & Stretch

Fri. 10/17, 1:30-2:30pm, Library lobby

Borrow a yoga mat, jump rope, Twister - anything to stretch as a study break! Also pick up some study tips and snacks.

Bellarmine campus

 Primary Sources Solved

Thurs. 10/16, 12:30-1:30pm, Student Lounge 002

Stop by for help understanding primary sources and learn tips for finding them.