Do you need any help with your writing assignments? In partnership with CSN’s Centers for Academic Success, we will be offering librarian and writing tutor assistance at each campus! We will be offering two separate events, one round in October at each campus library and one round in November at each campus writing center. You can get assistance with research, citations, writing, and more! October At CSN Libraries from 11am to 1pm Monday, October 28 th – Charleston Campus Library Tuesday, October 29 th – North Las Vegas Campus Library Wednesday, October 30 th – Henderson Campus Library
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“It was a dark and stormy night…” Well, it’s been a while since we’ve had any rain in Las Vegas, so let’s make this a little more realistic; “It was a hot and dry desert evening, and I wanted to read a terrifying ghost story.” Each of the CSN Campus Libraries has a display for Spooky Season, where we are sure that you’ll find something to horrify you, inspire you to build a perfect costume or give you some more information about your favorite holiday. Here are a few eBooks that are on the CSN Library website that I can read online without having to leave the comfort and safety of my bed while
So, you’ve spent the last few weeks getting into coursework, checking out guides on how to write great papers, ace that math test, and master medical terms---not to mention other subjects! Now you need to think of other study skills, like time management and staying stress free. Check out the Study Skills display at each of the three campuses and these great resources that will help you keep up with the busy semester! Title: Simplify Your Study: Effective Strategies for Coursework and Exams Author: Peter Lia Location: ProQuest Details: This resource offers help with reading strategies
CSN Libraries invites students, staff, and faculty to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month by engaging with items available in its collection of electronic resources with some notable items listed below. Also check out the book displays at the campus libraries to learn more about the history, cultures, and accomplishments of Hispanic and Latin Americans. Title: Apoyo sacrificial, sacrificial support: How undocumented Latinx parents get their children to college Author: Stephany Cuevas Location: ProQuest EBook Central database Details: Explores how undocumented parents support their
Register today for this one-credit online 8-week second session course beginning on Monday, October 21, 2024. For more information contact Torri Kellough at torri.kellough@csn.edu .
CSN Libraries and North Las Vegas Campus Life present: Coffee & Charms! Join us in the library for this midterm week event! Come study for your midterm, then take a break to enjoy a free hot cup of coffee, de-stress with some coloring, then browse through some cool croc charms! While supplies last. Wear your crocs! North Las Vegas Campus Library classroom E201D Tuesday, October 15 11:00am-2:00pm
CSN Libraries is excited to announce a new single user study pod available at the Charleston campus library. This pod was made available through an Institute of Museum and Library Services grant by way of Nevada State Library, Archives & Public Records . This study space can be checked out by a single user for quiet study, test taking, slide deck voice recordings, and other uses that comply with the library’s use policies . The pod includes an adjustable chair, table, and connectors for charging devices. If you have questions about using the study pod, contact the Charleston campus library
Searching for health-related topics? Try using MeSH! If you are a Health Sciences student, taking a class related to health science topics, or just interested in the subject in general, you may find that locating sources from the CSN Libraries catalog and databases that are precisely related to a medical or scientific term to be challenging at times! You may ask yourself whether you should be using the search term “heart attack” or “myocardial infarction,” and you may not be aware that what people often commonly refer to as having “shin splints” is technically an ailment known as “medial
Statista is a prolific database that contains over 1 million statistics and covers 80K topics across 170+ industries. Users can search by topic or use Statista’s subject categories to find statistical reports, consumer, and industry reports, as well as global information and data. Infographics are an invaluable tool that display data in easy-to-read charts that are downloadable in multiple formats including PNG images which can be inserted into a Word or Google document. In addition, the computer-generated1 citation tool allows users to cite charts and data sets with ease. Among its many uses