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digilockHimmelfarb Library has 10 charging lockers available for your electronic devices.  Lock up your phone, tablet, or iPad between classes, as you study, whenever! The locker tower is next to the New Books bookshelf and emergency exit on the first floor. These lockers are available by check-out on a first come, first served basis.

To use a locker, choose a locker and tell Circulation which number.  They will check that locker out to you for 4 hours. You can plug in up to two devices in the locker – don’t forget your charging cables!  When you return to claim your device(s), have the Circulation staff check the locker back in.

For more information, visit: http://himmelfarb.gwu.edu/about/lockers.cfm

Photo credit: http://digilock.com

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gwwritingStruggling to write you next paper assignment?

Make an appointment with the GW Writing Center @ Himmelfarb.  The GWWriting Center, is a FREE service that helps GW students with their writing projects.

The Writing Center provides weekly office hours at the Himmelfarb Library every Monday and Wednesday nights.

Our Writing Center Tutors, Justin Kuprevich andAhalya Somaskandan will be available to help you with your writing projects or papers. FYI: DE Students please follow the instructions for Distance Learning Student)

Instructor Day Time
Justin Kuprevich Tuesday 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Ahalya Somaskandan Wednesday 5:30pm - 7:30pm

You can drop-in or make an appointment today!!

HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT: Please contact the GW Writing Center at   to reserve your appointment with Justin Kuprevich/GW Writing Center @ Himmelfarb.

Instructions for Distance Learning Students:
Students enrolled in online courses and programs can participate in distance consultation appointments that involve a collaborative discussion over the phone, using the written materials as shared Googledoc.
Go to: GW Writing Center
Click: Make an Appointment
Login: Online Appointment System (First time user registration - required)
Appointment: Once you receive an email confirmation of your appointment

    • Students should e-mail the writing that they wish to discuss at least four hours in advance to ensure taht materials will be available at the start of the session, to gwuwc.collaborate@gmail.com.
    • Online students with scheduled appointments should call in at the time of their appointment to our main line at 202.994.3765 to be connected with their consultant.

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Himmelfarb Library is offering a series of Public Health Research Skills workships!

How to do a Successful Literature Review
How do you know which databases to search? What strategies can you use to find what you need without wading through junk? Learn strategies and tips for planning and conducting a literature review.

  • Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2016
  • Time: 3:00-5:00 pm
  • Location: Milken Institute School of Public Health, B100A
  • Sign Up: http://rooms.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/event/2251247
  • NOTE: Please bring your laptop to the session. RSVP; space is limited.
Citations made easy! Using RefWorks
You do the writing and let RefWorks organize your citations and create your reference list. Keep your research organized; learn how to import citations from your literature searches, create bibliographies and easily switch between citation styles.

  • Date: Wednesday, January 27, 2016
  • Time: 3:00-5:00 pm
  • Location: Milken Institute School of Public Health, B100A
  • Sign Up: http://rooms.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/event/2251250
  • Note: Please bring your laptop to the session. RSVP; space is limited.
Help with your Culminating Experience Topic
Need help getting started? Sign up for a 30 minute consultation with a librarian to begin exploring the literature for your culminating experience topic. See what's been published and whether you need to further refine your topic.

The ABCs of Systematic Reviews
Systematic reviews can seem daunting, but like anything else, are a series of steps. Come learn more about the steps involved and some techniques for staying organized during the process.

  • Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2016
  • Time: 3:00-5:00 pm
  • Location: Milken Institute School of Public Health, B100A
  • Sign UP: http://rooms.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/event/2251261
  • Note: Please bring your laptop to the session. RSVP; space is limited.
Scopus - The Dream Research Database!

What can Scopus do for you? Cited and citing results, related research in a different discipline, new applications for your research -- Scopus has it all. Learn all of the librarian search tips to make your Scopus search as fruitful as possible.

  • Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2016
  • Time: 3:00-5:00 pm
  • Location: Milken Institute School of Public Health, room B100A
  • Sign Up: http://rooms.himmelfarb.gwu.edu/event/2251262
  • Note: Please bring your laptop to the session. RSVP; space is limited.

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electrician-499799_1920On Saturday November 28, network changes in Himmelfarb Library and Ross Hall will cause some computer systems and services to be unavailable intermittently from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.  The affected services include:
  • Himmelfarb Library's website
  • WEPA printing
  • Internet access
  • Wireless network
  • Documents2Go, Interlibrary Loan, and Document Delivery

If you are working at a Himmelfarb Library or Ross Hall computer on Saturday during this time period, please save your work frequently to avoid loss of information if the computer suddenly goes down.

If the library's website is unavailable, you may use this abbreviated list of Himmelfarb electronic resources to access information.

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Writing ToolsDo you have a paper you need help with editing or writing?  The GW Writing Center, is a FREE service that helps students with their writing projects.

The Writing Center provides weekly office hours at Himmelfarb Library every Monday and Wednesday nights. Our Writing Center Tutor, Justin Kuprevich, will be available to help you with your writing projects or papers.  You can drop-in or make an appointment today!!

Writing Center@ Himmelfarb

Tutor: Justin Kuprevich

Location: Himmelfarb Library 1st floor

Weekly Schedule:

  • Mondays,  6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Wednesdays, 6:30pm-7:30pm
  • FREE!

HOW TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT:

  1. Create an account via the online system.
  2. Sign up for the Himmelfarb appointments directly via the online scheduling software.

If you need assistance, contact the Writing Center at gwriter@gwu.edu/ 202-994-3765 to reserve your appointment.

Image citation: O'Shea, P. (2011). Writing tools.  Available at: https://www.flickr.com/photos/peteoshea/5600161625/

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Due to networking connectivity problems, the Himmelfarb Library website is experiencing intermittent short-term outages. The Division of Information Technology is working to restore all connectivity as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience. You may be able to access most of our resources through this link: http://libguides.gwu.edu/medicinedatabases

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Computer RepairGW network upgrades to increase security will occur on Saturday, May 23, 2015 from 6:00 pm to 12:00 am.  During this time, users may experience intermittent outages of both Internet access and the following services:

  • VPN
  • Blackboard
  • GW Google Mail Single Sign-On
  • GWeb
  • MyGW Portal

If you need additional information please consult the complete list of affected services or contact the Division of Information Technology at 202-994-GWIT (4948),  ithelp@gwu.edu or IT.GWU.EDU.

Technology assistance is available through the IT Support Center 24 hours a day. Additionally, technology assistance is available at Tech Commons located in the Lower Level of Gelman Library.

Image citation: ShellyS. (2008).  Computer Repair is a Dangerous Job; the Grim Reaper is Always Lurking [Online image].  Available at: https://www.flickr.com/photos/shellysblogger/3003799437/in/photostream/

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WritingMake an Appointment Today with the Writing Center @ Himmelfarb

How to make an appointment:
If you wish to make an appointment to see a specialized Writing Center tutor at the Himmelfarb Library, please call 202.994.3765, directly and ask for an appointment with Justin Kuprevich @ Himmelfarb. Check availability on the online schedule at gwu.mywconline.com. NOTE: Appointments can only be made during weekly business hours Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.

  • Tutor: Justin Kuprevich
  • Location: Himmelfarb Library 1st floor/Writing Center@ Himmelfarb
  • Weekly: Sunday
  • Hours: 12:00pm-4:00pm
  • Cost: Free!

Help for students in distance learning programs: Schedule your appointment through the online system and send your paper (at least 24 hours in advance) to gwriter@gwu.edu. Include the name of your tutor, time of your session, and number you will be calling from at the time of your appointment.

 

Image: Cleaver, A. (2010).  Writing.  Available at: https://www.flickr.com/photos/alancleaver/4460976042/

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Lumbar SpineHimmelfarb Library offers several pieces of equipment to make your life in the library more comfortable.  This equipment is available from the Circulation Desk on the first floor - just ask!

  • Kneeling chair - this chair which was designed to relieve low back strain by preserving the natural lumbar curvature.
  • Exercise balls - exercise balls may improve your core strength when used in place of a chair.
  • Music stands - music stands allow you to study while standing.

If there are other types of equipment that you think should be available at Himmelfarb Library, please let us know by contacting himmelfarb@gwu.edu or 202-994-2850.

 

Image citation: Blausen.com staff. "Blausen gallery 2014". Wikiversity Journal of Medicine. DOI:10.15347/wjm/2014.010. ISSN 20018762

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Internet Splat MapGW has replaced the existing VPN (Virtual Private Network) access with a new VPN that launched today.  The VPN allows your computer to function as though it is on the GW campus and therefore allows you to access most databases, e-texts, and e-journals without additional logins. The new VPN should provide more stable access to Himmelfarb Library resources and is easy to use, but does represent a change in workflows for users.

Instructions for connection via the VPN (Recommended)

Installation

  1. Download and install the VPN client, Cisco AnyConnect.
  2. The first time you connect type go.vpn.gwu.edu into the box, then click Connect.
  3. Login to VPN with your GW NetID and password (the same login/password that you use for your GWMail or CMail).
  4. Access the Himmelfarb Library website again. You can now access databases, e-texts, and e-journals without any additional logins.

Connecting to the VPN

  1. On your computer, start the program Cisco AnyConnect then select the GW address (go.vpn.gwu.edu) and select Connect.
  2. Login to VPN with your GW NetID and password (the same login/password that you use for your GWMail or CMail).
  3. Additional information:

Himmelfarb Library's alternate means of off-campus access, WRLC Library Services login, will continue to function normally.  Instructions for both VPN and WRLC Library Services are available from Himmelfarb Library's Off-Campus Access instructions.

 

Image citation: Jurvetson, S. (2004) Internet splat map.  Retrieved December 22, 2014 from https://www.flickr.com/photos/jurvetson/916142/in/photostream/

 

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