Events

Copyright Camp 2013 – Copyright and Data with Michael Carroll

by mslevine May 20, 2013

Copyright is endlessly interesting, intriguing, and debatable – but only at Copyright Camp is copyright fun! Join us on June 20 from 1 to 5 pm. Registration is free – register here. This event fills quickly, and we want to be sure to have enough bunks – I mean chairs – for everyone. Our theme ...

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Publishing, Copyright, Data, and More: Join Us for Enriching Scholarship 2013

by Meredith Kahn April 9, 2013

Every year, the University of Michigan’s Teaching and Technology Collaborative offers an intensive week of workshops, discussions, and seminars for instructional faculty and staff. Enriching Scholarship is an amazing opportunity to learn new skills and think creatively about your teaching and scholarship. There will be a number of sessions relevant to academic publishing and scholarly ...

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“Promoting Your Book Like Plutarch: Wisely and Well,” a Faculty Workshop with Kevin Smokler

by Meredith Kahn March 20, 2013

A working scholar has precious little time to apply to attracting readers for a new book. But also can’t afford not to. The middle ground is, as Plutarch would say, to promote wisely and well, utilizing available resources for the best and strongest use of already overtaxed time. Please join us on Tuesday, April 9, ...

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Upcoming Panel Discussion “Publish Not Perish: Faculty Advice for New Academic Authors”

by Meredith Kahn March 6, 2013

Are you an undergraduate, graduate student, or faculty member interested in learning more about academic publishing? Please join us for a distinguished panel of faculty members from across the disciplines who will discuss the academic publishing experience for aspiring authors from a variety of viewpoints. All are welcome to attend. Registration is encouraged, but not ...

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Join Us for Open Education Week, March 11-15, 2013

by Meredith Kahn March 4, 2013

Open Education Week is a global celebration of open education and its impact on learning. Please join us for the following events sponsored by the University Library: “The (not really) Secret Life of Wikipedia,” Lecture & discussion with Cliff Lampe, Assistant Professor, UM School of Information 11 March 2013, 1-2:30PM @ Hatcher Gallery Free and ...

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More Publishing Workshops for Graduate Students

by Meredith Kahn January 14, 2013

Last semester we introduced a series of workshops for graduate students interested in learning about various aspects of publishing. We’re happy to report that the series is bigger and better for the Winter 2013 term. Use the links below to register for sessions. If you have questions regarding the series or suggestions for future workshops, ...

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Open Access Week Events at the University of Michigan Library

by Meredith Kahn October 17, 2012

The University of Michigan Library invites you to celebrate Open Access Week, October 22-28, 2012. Open Access Week provides an opportunity to explore the benefits of open access to scientific research for both the academic community and the greater good of society. The open access movement advocates for free online access to scholarly work in ...

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The American Influenza Epidemic of 1918: A Digital Encyclopedia

by Meredith Kahn October 9, 2012

In partnership with the University of Michigan Center for the History of Medicine, we are proud to announce the release of The American Influenza Epidemic of 1918: A Digital Encyclopedia, documenting the experiences of 50 diverse communities in the United States in fall 1918 and winter 1919 when influenza took the lives of an estimated ...

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Announcing Our New Workshops for Grad Students: “Publish Not Perish: Tools for Success”

by Meredith Kahn September 21, 2012

Are you a graduate student? Does the idea of publishing your work leave you feeling nervous or unsure of what to do? Please join us for “Publish, Not Perish: Tools for Success,” a series of workshops during the fall and winter semesters that will help you navigate the challenges every new academic author faces, including ...

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Upcoming Workshops with the Author Publisher Liaison

by Meredith Kahn September 20, 2012

Are you a University of Michigan faculty member or a post-doc interested in transforming a manuscript into a successful book project with an academic publisher or university press? Rebecca Sestili, the Author-Publisher Liaison (APL), demystifies the publication process and provides assistance as you navigate from proposal to publication. The APL offers guidance on such aspects ...

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