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Google Dataset Search: Using open access tools during the research process

Open access is often discussed in terms of publishing but can also be part of the research process.

Summer Open Access activities

Summer is a good time to explore the world of Open Access. Check out information on linked data, virtual conferences, newsletters, and more!

Milner Library announces Agency through Otherness exhibition based on Circus Route Book Collection

An excerpt of a circus poster from the late 1800's that shows a variety of diverse circus performers standing on stage

Milner Library announces an online exhibition exploring the diverse identities of circus performers.

New LGBTQIA+ resource available at Milner

intersex inclusive pride progress flag created by Valentino Vecchietti created this redesign of the Pride flag for Intersex Equality Rights UK’s Intersex Inclusion and Visibility campaign

Milner Library is excited to announce that its newest topical library guide on LGBTQIA+ resources is now available.

Get excited about this ISU historical virtual tour series

upper left: old photo of residence hall, upper right: football field, lower left: marching band, lower right: old reggie mascot

The rich history of Illinois State is coming to Redbird homes this summer with a five-part tour series.

Open Access documents from the Government Publishing Office

Much of the material created by the United States Government is not copyrighted, but many historical publications are only available in physical formats. Open access efforts are working to change that.

Streaming in ISU ReD: Research beyond an article

An outdoor photograph of the Illinois State University Quad including flowering trees, Cook Hall, and the Old Main Bell

Most of the items uploaded to Illinois State University’s institutional repository are PDFs. But for those whose work is better showcased outside the boundaries of an article, ISU ReD has that covered, too.

Milner Library service disruption, May 29 and 30

Milner Library’s online catalog and other functions will be unavailable for a short period of time at the end of May due to a planned outage.

Search scholarly works preserved by the Internet Archive

Like any material, Open Access publications sometimes “disappear” from the web. Professional organizations dissolve and their conference web pages are taken down, publishers cease operations and their assets are sold or go into legal limbo, and individuals lose interest in maintaining websites and move on.

Milner Offers Workshops for CTLT Summer Institute

Corner of Milner Library's exterior building with blue sky and wispy clouds in the backgroud

Milner Library faculty will facilitate a variety of workshops as part of CTLT’s Summer Institute.