Librarian
Welcome!
This course guide is a set of resources, activities, and information relevant for your UNV101 research and writing needs. By the end of this library instruction session, you will be able to:
- To distinguish between appropriate source types by utilizing the library’s resources and other online resources.
- To locate local news and government sources for use in current research assignments and future courses.
- To critically evaluate sources based on the following parameters: currency, relevancy, authorship, audience, purpose, bias, and more.
If there are ever any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact your course librarian here or by using the contact box.
Local Government Resources
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NYC Community Boards"Being a New Yorker means playing an active role in shaping your local communities, and one way to do this is to get involved with your local community board. Use the links below to find your community board and take part in shaping your neighborhood today!"
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Who Represents Me? NYC"LWVNYC provides the current lists of officials and local contact information. The organization will update the information as it changes and welcomes updates if you are involved with elected office in New York City."
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NYPL: Voting Information"Find out everything you need to know to vote in NYC, including how to register and check your registration status, where your polling station is, who's running for office, and how to research the issues."