Library 101 CCR Past Program

Past Workshops

Introduction to UTM Library

Welcome to UTM Library! We are here to help you! This session will provide an overview of the Library and introduce you to resources and databases that will help you in your coursework and beyond. 

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Discover books, journal articles, and more using LibrarySearch, the library’s catalogue, and using subscription databases
  • Understand key features of the UTM Library website including Starting Points, Course Reserves, past exams, and more
  • Connect with specialized services within the library, including reference and research services, information and loans services, data and GIS services, instructional technology, special collections and more

Length: 60-minutes

Location: UTM Library, Level 1 Smart Classrooms (computer lab)

 to 13:00
FactSet Basics

This workshop will introduce students to FactSet. Students will learn how to access FactSet and search the database to find company information, including company financials and filings, as well as to perform relative valuation using the Comps tool. Students will also learn about how to complete the FactSet certifications.

 to 17:00
Bloomberg Basics

This workshop will introduce students to the Bloomberg terminal. Students will learn how to access Bloomberg terminals remotely; create a Bloomberg account; navigate and search the terminal to find company information, including company financials, as well as analyst reports and business news. Students will also learn about how to get certified with Bloomberg Market Concepts.

 to 13:00
Be a Google Scholar Savvy Student

Are you using Google Scholar for your assignment or work? Learn tips and tricks in this session, which help you take advantage of Google Scholar!

 to 16:00
Journal of Forensic Sciences Style Citations Basics

You have to cite using the Journal of Forensic Sciences (JFS) Style for your upcoming paper. Do not panic! After this session, you will be comfortable applying style basics, from in-text citation placement to formatting the most common bibliography entries.

Learning outcomes: 

  • locate the JFS Style guide and our online guides to the style
  • practice in-text citation placement
  • format a bibliography based on common reference types, including journal title abbreviation look-up
 to 19:00
Chicago Style Citations Basics
You have to cite using the Chicago Style for your upcoming paper. Do not panic! After this session, you will be able to format basic in-text citations and bibliography entries.

Learning outcomes: 

  • differentiate between the Author-Date and Notes-Bibliography formats
  • compare and contrast the roles of the Notes to the role of the Bibliography
  • prepare the first and subsequent in-text citations using both formats
  • create bibliography entries
 to 14:00
Bloomberg Intermediate

This workshop is designed for students who have completed the Bloomberg Basics workshop or for students with some experience using Bloomberg. This workshop will feature some of the advanced functionality in Bloomberg, including Bloomberg Intelligence.

 to 13:00
Journal of Forensic Sciences Style Citations Basics

You have to cite using the Journal of Forensic Sciences (JFS) Style for your upcoming paper. Do not panic! After this session, you will be comfortable applying style basics, from in-text citation placement to formatting the most common bibliography entries.

Learning outcomes: 

  • locate the JFS Style guide and our online guides to the style
  • practice in-text citation placement
  • format a bibliography based on common reference types, including journal title abbreviation look-up
 to 11:00
FactSet Basics

This workshop will introduce students to FactSet. Students will learn how to access FactSet and search the database to find company information, including company financials and filings, as well as to perform relative valuation using the Comps tool. Students will also learn about how to complete the FactSet certifications.

 to 13:00
Bloomberg Basics

This workshop will introduce students to the Bloomberg terminal. Students will learn how to access Bloomberg terminals remotely; create a Bloomberg account; navigate and search the terminal to find company information, including company financials, as well as analyst reports and business news. Students will also learn about how to get certified with Bloomberg Market Concepts.

 to 17:00