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Databases of the Month: Online Newspapers and News Databases

By Lisa Curtin

What should you do when you want to read a news article online and you've run into a paywall? Don't grab your credit card or spend valuable time searching Google for a "free" version of the article. We have or can get what you need! The library provides access to hundreds of thousands of newspaper articles and other news sources (e.g. newswires, TV and radio show transcripts, blogs, etc.) online via our subscriptions and databases.  

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Patriots' Day Holiday Weekend Hours: Sat. 4/14-Mon. 4/16

By Lisa Curtin
The library has modified hours during the Patriots' Day holiday weekend. On Saturday, April 14, we will open one hour early at 9:00 a.m. for Accepted Students Open House. On Sunday, April 15, we will open late at 1:00 p.m. and close early at 9:00 p.m. On Monday, April 16, we will open late at 10:00 a.m.

Saturday, April 14: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 15: 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Monday, April 16: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m.

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On Display: Fakes, Frauds & Phonies: Understanding the Noise in a Post-truth World

By Matthew Van Sleet

The phenomenon of “fake news” is nothing new. For centuries, consumers of information have encountered and engaged with sources that present stories that play to our own prejudices and biases, manipulating facts to serve specific agendas.

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March Acquisitions: New Books, DVDs, Audiobooks & eBooks

By Lisa Curtin
Check out the library's newest arrivals! Go to the New Books & DVDs page to browse the new book, DVD, and audiobook arrivals by subject or format. When you see something you want, click the “Request” button to place a hold on it. Interested in ebooks and digital audiobooks? You can use the OverDrive app to download books to your compu ...

Workshops: Citing Sources: Why, When, How

By Matthew Van Sleet

 Why do your professors want you to cite your sources? Does it feel like busywork? Let us help. We’ll show you how to cite your sources in the format of your choice, and where to find citation templates and formatting style guides. Do you have sources you need to cite, or a bibliography you need help with? Bring them with you and we’ll provide on-the-spot assistance. When:

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Finding Quality Sources: Drop-In Research Help

By Kimberly Morin
Have a paper or project due soon, and need information to complete it? Drop in to:

Finding Quality Sources: Research Help

Bring whatever you are working on to a reference librarian and get immediate expert assistance in finding the information you need, whether it be articles, statistics, company information, or books. You will walk away with the source or two (or three) that you need!

Friday, April 6 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Monday, April 9 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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Database of the Month: Project MUSE

By Katie Leahy

This month we feature Project MUSE as our Database of the Month:  

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Delayed Opening: Wednesday, March 14 at 11:00am

By Lisa Curtin
Due to the inclement weather, the University has announced a delayed opening.  Bentley University and the Bentley Library will open at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 14. For the most current campus information, please check the Bentley University website or call the Bentley University Storm Emergency line at 781.891.2020.  We also encourage you to follow the library's updates on Twitter and Facebook. ...

Storm Closing: Tuesday, March 13

By Lisa Curtin

Due to the inclement weather, Bentley University and the Bentley Library will be closed Tuesday, March 13.  Weather permitting, the library will reopen on Wednesday, March 14, at 7:30 a.m. For official updates about the status of the university, check the Bentley University website or call the Bentley University Storm Emergency line at 781.891.2020. 

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Art Gallery Exhibit - Leading & Learning: A Century of Women at Bentley

By Jaimie Fritz

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