University of Manitoba Resources
Writing
Plagiarism
Format & Style
EAL
General Study Help
Help for Specific Disciplines
Science Help Centres
How to Use the UM Library Site - The University of Manitoba's library site is an essential tool for all UM students. This page gives a brief overview of how to use its many features such as the BISON library catalogue and the NETDOC online database.
Evaluating Information - Students often have a hard time determining whether the material they have found on the web, in a journal, or in a text is useful or legitimate. The UM Library's Information Literacy site provides basic guidelines for determining the usefulness of content as well as some techniques for content analysis.
Introduction to University (Arts 1110) - Although students cannot take Arts 1110 after their 9th credit, they can still access such resources as the web version of Becoming a Successful Student, a listing of university resources, and a series of eTools.
eTools - A brand new interactive writing/research guide created for Arts 1110 students but available to all! Included is information on obtaining accounts, using the library for research, and referencing. The guide also includes an assignment calculator and a assignment management tool that allows you to track up to 5 of your assignments.
UM Library Guides to Writing Academic Papers - This link provides a listing of various academic papers, and suggestions on how best to research and write them. Topics include: book reviews, critical reviews of journal articles, essays, research papers, and theses and dissertations.
Real-time Chat - This link allows students to talk with a reference librarian online in real-time about reference/research questions. (The link to this site can also be found on the Library main page in the left hand column under "Live Chat").
UM Copyright Guidelines - It is often difficult to determine what and how much you can copy when researching for and preparing papers. This link leads to the copyright guidelines for UM students, staff and faculty.
Plagiarism - On this web page the University of Manitoba's policy on plagiarism is provided, as well as some basic tips on how to improve the quality of your papers and avoid plagiarism. The University of Manitoba's Student Advocacy Office's web page also provides useful information on plagiarism.
Inappropriate Collaboration - This link defines collaboration, provides suggestions on avoiding inappropriate collaboration, and states why collaboration could be inappropriate.
Cheating, Plagiarism and Fraud - This link is provided by Student Advocacy/Student Resource Services to help you better understand academic offenses.
Citing Your Sources (APA) - This link leads to a brief but useful handout on APA. Students who are using more obscure references might need to purchase the style guide, but this handout is an excellent starting point.
Citing Your Sources (MLA) - This link leads to a brief but useful handout on MLA. Students who are using more obscure references might need to purchase the style guide, but this handout is an excellent starting point.
Citing Your Sources (Chicago) - This link leads to the Chicago Manual of Style Online.
Citing Your Sources (Turabian) - This link leads to A Manual for Writers by Kate Turabian.
Note: check with your professor to see which style she or he wants you to use for your assignment or paper.
Writing and Style Guides - A page of links from the Elizabeth Dafoe Library for tips on how to write proposals, annotated bibliographies, as well as links to style guides and grammar guides.
English Language Centre - This link provides many other links, collected by the ELC at the U of M, to sites where dictionaries and help for EAL students abounds.
University 1 International Student Mentorship Program - University 1 International Students who apply to participate in ISMP are paired with experienced international, or Canadian volunteer student mentors who provide academic support and help with adapting to life at the UM.
Architecture - Research Guides for Art History, Environmental Design, Interior Design, and Landscape Architecture: a great tour of library guides and instructional aids.
Dentistry - Information about student resources for Dental students.
Engineering - Technical communication in Engineering is made easier with this link's help on writing resumes and papers as well as preparing for interviews.
Health - This link to the U of M library helps students find articles on health.
Nursing - This link provides support for writing in Nursing, such as paper writing, library searching, and avoiding plagiarism.
Exam Archive / Test Bank - Search by Course for archived Science tests and exams.
The University of Manitoba has many places to get help when you need it. All help centres work on a drop-in basis during posted hours. Most help centres are staffed by student volunteers who want you to succeed in your university studies. Don't hesitate - ask questions and get the help you need.
Chemistry, 216 Parker Building
Computer Science, E2-422A EITC
Mathematics, 318 Machray Hall
Physics, 105 Allen Building
Statistics, 311 Machray Hall
