Do you need to locate the best sources for a paper or research project and your topic is extremely specific? Try starting with a dissertation or a thesis! ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global is the world’s most comprehensive collection of dissertations and theses from around the world, offering millions of works from thousands of universities.
According to ProQuest (2024), “more than 70,000 new full-text dissertations and theses are added to the database each year through dissertations publishing partnerships with 700 leading academic institutions worldwide, and collaborative retrospective digitization of dissertations.”
Subject areas include:
Arts
Business & Economics
Education
Humanities
Social Sciences
Behavioral Sciences
Natural Sciences
Mathematics & Physical Sciences
Health & Medical Sciences
For more information on how to get started with ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global, please view the video below or contact a librarian for more information.
Welcome back Celts! Was your new year’s resolution to read more books? Are you just looking for that next great read as a study break? We have a new batch of popular books available for check out here at the library! Books are on display in the library lobby and are available for check out with your UST ID.
As we begin a new year and a new semester, we want to remind you about Doherty Library’s hours and services to help you succeed!
Library Hours
Beginning Tuesday, 1/16, Doherty Library hours are as follows:
Monday – Thursday: 7:45 am to Midnight
Friday: 7:45 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Whether in-person or online, your library and librarians are here to help! Online databases offer access to our library’s collection, including books, eBooks, and scholarly articles from academic journals in nearly every field. Almost all online journals and databases are available through the Doherty Library web page. In addition, Celt students, faculty, and staff have off-campus access to many databases and e-journals using their Celt ID login. All these resources can be found on the library’s webpage stthom.edu/Library-Research.
Winter break and the holidays are finally here! With the busy holiday season coming up, we wanted to update everyone about the library’s hours for the rest of December and the beginning of January 2024.
After finals, we are open the following hours:
Wednesday, December 13 – Friday, December 15: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, December 16 – Sunday, December 17: CLOSED
Monday, December 18 – Tuesday, December 19: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Please make sure to return your books before you leave for the semester!
The library is closed Wednesday, December 20, 2023, through Monday, January 1, 2024, for the holidays. After the new year, the library will be open the following hours during winter intersession:
Tuesday, January 2 – Friday, January 5: Open 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 6 – Sunday, January 7: CLOSED
Monday, January 8 – Friday, January 12: Open 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 13 – Sunday, January 14: CLOSED
Monday, January 15: CLOSED
Our regular spring semester hours will begin on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.
We wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a happy new year!
It’s almost time for finals week, and your library is here to help! Whether you need a study space, help with locating a scholarly article, or just want to relax, we have all that and more available to you. Check out our top ways to help you get ready for finals week below!
#1: Extended Hours
The library is open for extended hours starting on Tuesday, 12/5, to help maximize your study time. We have quiet study spaces, collaborative group study areas with whiteboards, and several individual study booths available on a first come, first served basis.
The library’s hours will be:
Tuesday, 12/5, – Thursday, 12/7: 7:45 a.m. to midnight
Friday, 12/8: 7:45 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, 12/9: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday, 12/10: 1 p.m. to midnight
Monday, 12/11: 7:45 a.m. to midnight
Tuesday, 12/12: 7:45 a.m. to 10 p.m.
#2: Librarian Help!
Need help finding a scholarly article or a book? Can’t figure out how to cite a source? We are here to answer all your research questions! Come visit us at the reference desk or chat/email/text us at askus.stthom.edu.
#3: Visit our Relaxation Station
Sometimes you just need a break! Come visit our relaxation station on the first floor to work on a puzzle, play games, or grab some coloring pages. The relaxation station will be available starting on Tuesday, 12/5.
Did you know that Doherty Library gives you access to several online newspapers? Check out the amazing resources we offer below to access local, national, and international newspapers today!
NewsBank
Looking for U.S. news content from local, regional, and national sources? Look no further than NewsBank from Doherty Library! NewsBank includes access to printed and online newspapers, blogs, journals, newswires, broadcast transcripts and videos.
Explore a specific issue or event through the detailed coverage provided by local reporting or compare a wide variety of viewpoints from across the country on topics such as politics, business, health, sports, cultural activities, and people.
For more information on how to get started with NewsBank, please view the video below.
The New York Times
Did you know that you have access to current articles from The New York Times through Nexis Uni? Simply search by publication under the “guided search” feature to get started today.
Need historical articles from The New York Times? Be sure to check out The New York Times Historical (1851 – 5 years ago) database from ProQuest. This database offers full page and article images with searchable full text back to the very first issue.
The Wallstreet Journal
Doherty Library also offers you full text access to the Wallstreet Journal (1984 to present). The Wallstreet Journal provides in-depth coverage of national and international finance as well as other news. Get started today here!
For more information on accessing any of these databases, please contact a librarian. Happy Researching!
Join us this fall for our Faculty Presentation series at Doherty Library!
Tuesday, October 31, at 1 p.m.
Dr. Katherine Simpson, Assistant Professor from the Peavy School of Nursing, will present on the following topic:
Strokes: Causes, Prevention, and Management
Stroke is very prevalent within societies of the world. The risk of having a stroke increases as people age. Nonetheless, anyone from birth to a very mature age can experience a stroke. In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, known as the CDC, report that for every 40 seconds there will someone that will experience a stroke. In addition, every 3-4 minutes there will be a person that will die due to a stroke (CDC.gov, 2023). This presentation will providebasic information concerning the causes, prevention, and management of strokes.
Sponsored by the Friends of Doherty Library, food and refreshments will be provided.
Thursday, November 9, at 1 p.m.
Dr. Gregory Smith, Associate Professor of Chemistry will present on the following topic:
Scientific Modeling and Strategies for Evaluation
We all use models to inform our decision making, both in our personal interactions and at the societal level. Models are heavily used in science, but what makes a model scientific? Scientific models vary widely in fundamental approach, sophistication, assumptions, purpose, predictive power, and falsifiability. Since it’s unreasonable to develop expertise in each type of modeling, what are some simple questions we can ask to gauge the reliability and applicability of models?
This talk explores types of scientific models, including examples from my own research, and attempts to give a framework for evaluating the results of those models. How much credence should you give to a model prediction? Could we roughly rank different approaches to modeling in terms of reliability? What type of systems are more amenable to modeling than others?
Food and beverages will be provided. This program is sponsored by the Friends of Doherty Library and is free and open to the public.
Both presentations will be in the main lobby of the library. We hope to see you there!
Did you know that the library gives you online access to over 130,000 full-text poems and plays to use for your research? You can find the plays of William Shakespeare, the works of F. Scott Fitzgerald, and more in this month’s featured database, Gale Literature: LitFinder!
According to Gale (2023), “Gale Literature: LitFinder provides access to a wealth of literary works and secondary-source materials covering world literature and authors throughout history.” The database includes more than 132,000 full-text poems as well as short stories, speeches, and plays.
Gale LitFinder includes access to:
Most-studied poems and short stories such as May Angelou’s “Still I Rise”
Full text novels such as Robinson Crusoe and Dracula
Popular short stories from Oscar Wilde, John Updike, and more
The plays of William Shakespeare
Speeches from antiquity through the present
For more information on how to get started with Gale Literature: LitFinder, please view the tutorial video below or contact a librarian for more information.
Join us Wednesday, October 18th through Sunday, October 22nd for our annual book sale.
We invite the University of St. Thomas Community (Students, Faculty, & Staff) to browse beginning on opening day, Wednesday, October 18th. The sale is open to the public from Thursday, October 19th through Sunday, October 22nd.
Our annual book sale features a wide selection of exciting and unique books that suit every person’s keen interest, from fiction to academic titles. Multiple media formats are available as well!
Books sale hours are:
Wednesday, 10/18: 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. (UST Community Only)
Thursday, 10/19: 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Friday, 10/20: 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, 10/21: 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, 10/22: 1:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Price: Hardcover books are $3.00, and paperbacks are $1.00.
For more information, please visit our events calendar or contact the library at 713-525-2180.
Happy Fall Celts! It is finally the start of nicer weather, your favorite fall sports, everything pumpkin spice, and research paper season at UST. Luckily, the library is here to help you along the way! Here are our top five reasons to visit the library this fall:
#5: Space Galore
With three floors of space, we have just what you need if you are looking for a spot to study or just relax between classes. We have comfortable chairs, group study rooms, collaborative spaces with whiteboards, and two silent reading rooms available to fit your needs. Needing to practice for a presentation? We also have a group study room available by reservation.
Group Study RoomIndividual Study CarrelSecond Floor Lounge Space
#4: Printing Services
We have upgraded our printing system just in time for the new semester! To help you get started, we’ve prepared a detailed tutorial on printing (available here). Printing is just $0.05 per page for black and white prints and $0.15 per page for color. The new system requires you to have a credit or debit card to pay for printing. If you have any questions or to get started, drop by the reference desk for personalized assistance!
#3: Checking Out Books
Need a book or two for your research project? Looking for something to read just for fun? Look no further! Come browse the stacks, ask a librarian for help requesting a book from storage, or check out our popular books section for your next read. For more information about requesting books in storage, check out our helpful video on YouTube.
#2: Online Databases that Make Research Easy!
Looking for peer-reviewed, scholarly articles for your research paper? The library has access to over 80,000 full text journals to help make your next research project easy! Our A-Z Database List gives you access to databases such as Academic Search Complete, JSTOR, RefWorks, and more! You also have access to specialized databases by subject that can be accessed on or off campus. For more information on how to navigate our A-Z database list, please see our tutorial here.
#1: Research Help
Writing a paper and you do not know where to start? Need help finding a peer reviewed journal article? Want help using our citation database, RefWorks? Just ask! Librarians are available to help you in-person or via chat, text messaging, phone calls, and emails. We are also available for one-on-one appointments (in-person or online) for in-depth research questions. Just visit askus.stthom.edu to get started today!
Are you a STEM major and need help finding scholarly articles for your next research project? Look no further than our featured database of the month, SciTech Premium Collection!
According to ProQuest (2023), “the SciTech Premium Collection includes the Natural Science Collection and Technology Collection databases and provides full-text titles from around the world, including scholarly journals, trade and industry journals, magazines, technical reports, conference proceedings, government publications and more.”
Subject areas include:
Advanced technologies
Aerospace
Computer Science
Engineering
Materials Science
Physics
The SciTech Premium collection also contains comprehensive literature reviews, discipline-specific technical literature, and access to multimedia content in a variety of topics. For more information on how to search this database, please see the following link for helpful tips and tricks or contact a librarian for more information.
Summer is here, and we can think of no better way to beat the heat than with a new popular book! With several different genres available, we have something for everyone to enjoy! Books are on display in the library lobby and are available for check out with your UST ID.
Fiction
In the mood for a fantastical world, an ancient mythological retelling, or the latest in science fiction? We recommend the following books for your next read:
Star Splitter by Matthew J. Kirby
Babel by R.F. Kuang
Atalanta by Jennifer Saint
A Day of Fallen Night by Samantha Shannon
The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon
If you are looking for literary fiction, we also have you covered with several award-winning selections. Be sure to check out:
The Wind Knows My Name by Isabel Allende
When in Rome by Liam Callanan
Disorientation by Elaine Hsieh Chou
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang
August Blue by Deborah Levy
Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabriella Zevin
Mystery & Thrillers
Looking for a page-turning mystery or a thriller you have to read with the lights on? Check out any of our new mysteries and thrillers below:
The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
The Writing Retreat by Julia Bartz
Every Cloak Rolled in Blood by James Lee Burke
I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai
The Housemaid (Book 1) by Freida McFadden
The Housemaid’s Secret by Freida McFadden
The Maid by Nita Prose
Poetry
To read or not to read is never a question when it comes to poetry! We have three wonderful new titles for you including:
A Man with a Rake by Ted Kooser
The Yin Mountain: The Immortal Poetry of Three Daoist Women translated by Rebecca Nie and Peter Levitt
The Poet of the Woods: A Collection of Poems in Ode to the Nightingale edited by Ragged Hands Publishing
Nonfiction
Wanting to escape to another world or visit a museum without even getting in a car? We have several art and photography reads for you to explore! From the streets of New York to the views of ocean waves few are brave enough to see, we invite you to check out the following art and photography books:
Walk With Me: New York by Susan Kaufman
Hidden: The First Photography Book on Romani Americans by Cristina Salvador Klenz
The Art of Waves by Clark Little
Great Woman Painters edited by Phaidon
Nonconformers: A New History of Self-Taught Artists by Lisa Slominski
BLK ART: The Audacious Legacy of Black Artists and Models in Western Art by Zaria Ware
Autobiographies and memoirs are a wonderful way to immerse yourself in a new perspective and gain insight into the author’s life. Our new autobiographies/memoirs include a father’s hilarious travel memoir with his son, a naturalist’s reflections on his scientific career, and the story of how one woman found her faith in the most unexpected of places, a dive bar.
Enchanted by Daphne: The Life of an Evolutionary Naturalist by Peter R. Grant
Walking with Sam: A Father, a Son, and Five Hundred Miles Across Spain by Andrew McCarthy
Our Lady of Hot Messes: Getting Real with God in Dive Bars and Confessionals by Leticia Ochoa Adams
In general non-fiction, we have three amazing reads to explore. One explores the chasm between military and civilian life in a post 9/11 America, another tells the story of an unlikely camping trip amongst famed inventors, and the third tells the fascinating true story of Queen Charlotte, Britain’s longest reigning queen consort. Be sure to check the following titles out the next time you visit:
American Journey: On the Road with Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, and John Burroughs by Wes Davis
Uncertain Ground: Citizenship in an Age of Endless, Invisible War by Phil Kay
Snuff, Pugs, and Lace: The Real History Behind Queen Charlotte published by Read & Co. Brilliant Women
Beginning Monday, 5/22, Doherty Library hours are as follows:
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Please note that the library will be closed for the following holidays:
Monday, May 29 (Memorial Day)
Monday, June 19 (Juneteenth)
Monday, July 3, and Tuesday, July 4 (Independence Day)
Whether in-person or online, your library and librarians are here to help! Online databases offer access to our library’s collection, including books, eBooks, and scholarly articles from academic journals in nearly every field. Almost all online journals and databases are available through the Doherty Library web page. In addition, Celt students, faculty, and staff have off-campus access to many databases and e-journals using their Celt ID login. All these resources can be found on the library’s webpage: stthom.edu/Library-Research.
For more information, talk to your librarian at askus.stthom.edu.
We hope you have a wonderful summer, and happy researching!
It’s almost time for finals week, and your library is here to help! Whether you need a study space, help with locating a scholarly article, or just want to relax, we have all that and more available to you. Check out our top ways to help you get ready for finals week below!
#1: Extended Hours
The library is open for extended hours starting on Friday, 5/5, to help maximize your study time. We have quiet study spaces, collaborative group study areas with whiteboards, and several individual study booths available on a first come, first served basis.
The library’s hours will be:
Friday, May 5th: 7:45 a.m. to Midnight
Saturday, May 6th: 10 a.m. to Midnight
Sunday, May 7th: 1 p.m. to Midnight
Monday, May 8th: 7:45 a.m. to Midnight
Tuesday, May 9th: 7:45 a.m. to Midnight
Wednesday, May 10th: 7:45 a.m. to Midnight
Thursday, May 11th: 7:45 a.m. to Midnight
#2: Librarian Help!
Need help finding a scholarly article or a book? Can’t figure out how to cite a source? We are here to answer all your research questions! Come visit us at the reference desk or chat/email/text us at askus.stthom.edu.
#3: Visit our Relaxation Station
Sometimes you just need a break! Come visit our relaxation station on the second floor mezzanine to work on a puzzle, play games, or grab some coloring pages. The relaxation station will be available starting on Monday, May 1st.
Next time you visit the second-floor mezzanine at the library, you may notice the new artwork here at the library! Created by Evalyn Navarro, class of 2026, In Flight to Greater Things was created in recognition of the 200th anniversary of the Basilian Fathers, the 75th anniversary of the University of St. Thomas, and the 50th anniversary of the Doherty Library. The piece contains 325 folded origami cranes to celebrate the university’s past as well as its future. After the installation, Evalyn sat down with us to explain her inspiration and the symbolism contained in the origami art piece.
In Flight to Greater Things, 2023
Background
Evalyn started folding origami as a kid and was first inspired to use origami as an art form during Hurricane Harvey. “We flooded,” she said, “and I needed something tactile to do with my hands during all of the change.” As a result, she created her first hanging art installation for her middle school, Soaring with Grace and Grit. Fast forward to high school and when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, she turned to origami once more to create another art piece. Titled Hope and Healing 2020, the massive hanging art installation was displayed at her high school, and the 1,000 cranes symbolized the teachers, the students, and the staff who came together to persevere through all the challenges of the pandemic.
Evalyn with Soaring with Grace and GritEvalyn with Hope and Healing 2020Evalyn sits in front of one of her installations at the Printing Museum
In Flight to Greater Things
Evalyn’s first inspiration for an art installation at UST began when she toured the UST campus during her college search. “I saw the hanging art installation in Crooker,” Evalyn stated. “And I knew that I wanted to do something for the UST campus once I was a student.” Once accepted, she joined the STEAM lab with Dr. Shivas Amin, who encouraged her to create In Flight to Greater Things and supported her throughout the process.
Evalyn installing In Flight to Greater Things at Doherty Library
Taking a little over six months, Evalyn folded most of the 325 origami cranes during any breaks she had from school with each crane taking about two minutes to fold. Origami cranes were chosen to represent longevity, peace, and health, as well as to symbolize the university taking off in pursuit of greater things, UST’s strategic vision through the year 2030. 200 white cranes (representing the bicentennial of the Basilian Fathers) surround 75 red and gold cranes, which represent the 75th anniversary of the University of St. Thomas. In the middle, 4 miniature patterned cranes represent the four values of the university: goodness, discipline, knowledge, and community. Framing the piece on the top and bottom are 50 silver cranes, which represent the 50th anniversary of the library. Evalyn used a bamboo rod, symbolizing durability, sustainability, and good fortune, to anchor the piece along with golden lion heads to celebrate Lenny, UST’s mascot.
The hardest part of the whole process? “Transporting it!” Evalyn stated. Once completed, she bundled up the cranes and anchored them to a tapestry hanger to ensure safe transport to their new home in the library. She even numbered each crane so that if one chose to take flight on its journey, she knew exactly where it belonged within the installation!
Evalyn with Dean of Libraries, Jim Piccininni
Commenting on the art piece, Dean of Libraries Jim Piccininni said that “The symbolism and beauty of this artwork makes this a truly outstanding addition to the Doherty Library. It is with gratitude that we accept this wonderful gift.” In Flight to Greater Things is now available to view whenever the library is open. We invite you to stop by, take a moment to reflect, and if you feel inspired yourself, scan the QR code located near the art piece to learn how to fold and create your own origami cranes.
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