Why “Lunch with Librarians?”

Where do you go if you have questions about books, how to do research, or how to find other resources in the library? You may already know about “Ask a Librarian” or “Chat with a Librarian" -- but now you can even “Zoom” with a librarian over lunch!

“Lunch with Librarians” is a monthly drop-in hour similar to a professor’s office hours. Each session starts with a 10-15 minute mini presentation or demo about interesting materials or useful tips for using the library remotely. The remaining time is reserved for an open Q&A from the audience, so we can tackle your specific questions or needs. Bring us your homework, research, or other library related questions and we will do our best to assist you. Each session will have a team of expert librarians present, including representatives from Teaching & Learning, Research Services and Special Collections & University Archives.

Schedule:

Please note, all presentations will be followed by a facilitated Q&A session with the audience.

• Monday, April 12 - Insider Tips: Our first presentation is on "Insider Tips," where we'll introduce you to general helpful tricks to navigate library resources remotely.

• Tuesday, May 11 - E-resources You Need to Know: Our second presentation will focus on e-resources. We will recommend databases and tips to help you navigate online educational resources.

• Wednesday, June 2 - Peek Inside the Library: Our final presentation is on a "Peek Inside the Library." In this session, we will highlight the work of library staff onsite, giving you a glimpse into the inner workings of the library and an opportunity to learn about services like curbside pickup and archival digitization.

NOTE: As these workshops are recorded, attendees may be filmed and shown in the replay videos on the UCR Library's YouTube channel. Those who register should review the terms of UC Riverside's photo and video release agreement and understand that, by participating, they consent to its terms. Those who do not wish to appear in the replay are welcome to attend, but should submit their questions via the chat only.

Great! How can I sign up?

Attendees will need to sign-up on Eventbrite to receive the Zoom link. Each session will have a unique Zoom link, so please register individually for each event you'd like to attend. All members of the UCR community are welcome. Attendees are encouraged to participate however they feel comfortable, cameras may be on or off and the Zoom chat function will be available.