Open Access Week

The University Library invites you next week October 24 – 28 to reflect and learn about the ongoing changes in the scholarly communications ecosystem as governments, funders, universities, publishers, and academics adopt new policies, infrastructure and practices.

Session 1: DORA, the Declaration on Research Assessment
Introduction by Prof. Ravi Samtaney
Date and Time: Tuesday, October 26, 12:00-13:00

Session 2: How to choose where to publish
Introduction by Prof. Deanna Lacoste
Date and Time: Wednesday, October 27, 12:00-13:00
 

Lunch and learn sessions will be held in the circular seating area on the Seaview side on level 2 of the University Library. A light lunch will be provided for participants. No registration is required.

There will be an exhibit all week ( 9:00 am to 4:00 pm ) in the library lobby with information about open access, the KAUST open access policy, and the library’s new open access publishing agreements.

Drop by to play games, win prizes , and get answers to your questions about open access!