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Peer Research Consultants

Research assistance from student peers.

2024-2025 Peer Research Consultants

What can a Peer Research Consultant do for you?

Peer Research Consultants can help you at any point in the research process, from choosing a topic to finding and citing sources.

Peer Research Consultants meet one-on-one with you to assist you in:

  • Formulating and scoping your research question;
  • Determining search terms and designing search strategies;
  • Identifying and accessing relevant resources (print and digital);
  • Evaluating resources for credibility in and suitability to your research project;
  • Citing your sources;
  • Managing citations with Zotero;
  • Finding a book on the shelves;
  • Familiarizing yourself with the library via a one-on-one tour

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