ANTH 691H: Honors Thesis Seminar in Anthropology: Useful library resources
Library Data Services
Library Data Services cater to researchers interested in working with data, mapping, texts, visualization, and technology. Many of these services are available online. Davis Library Data Services, located on the second floor of Davis Library, offers:
- A computing lab with specialized software for GIS and data visualization & analysis.
- Walk-in assistance provided by knowledgeable student consultants during set hours.
- Consultations with specialists for more in-depth inquiries (by appointment).
- Spaces for collaboration and presentation, complete with white boards and external displays.
- Technology workshops focused on working with data (manipulation, visualization, mapping).
Scholarly Communications Services
My role as Scholarly Communications Officer is to design and implement a program that will position the University Libraries to take full advantage of and contribute to the evolution of scholarly publishing practices within the academy. I provide guidance, policy development, and advocacy to faculty, students, and staff on the following issues:
- Copyright and fair use
- Authors' rights
- Privacy rights
- Open access
- Other information policy issues important to the creation and use of scholarly material
Learn more about Scholarly Communications Services at UNC.