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Open Access Week 2025: Popcorn, Paywall, and Open Access Discussion

Join us for Popcorn, Paywall the Movie, and a discussion about 

Open Access and owning Y(our) knowledge! 

FCE PL- 4005 - October 20th, 12pm - 1pm

Open Access Week [openaccessweek.org] is a global event that is an opportunity to learn about and raise awareness of Open Access: free, immediate, online access to scholarly research and the right to use that research as needed.

The 2025 theme, "Who Owns Our Knowledge?" explores this question through the focus, "Who Owns (Y)our Knowledge? The Importance of University Publishing," highlighting how scholars, libraries, university presses, and technologists are uniting to reimagine scholarly publishing in a more ethical manner.

Date:
Monday, October 20, 2025
Time:
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location:
PL-4005
Campus:
San Bernardino Campus
Audience:
  Faculty     Graduate Students  
Registration has closed.

Event Organizer

Profile photo of Jennifer Beamer
Jennifer Beamer

Subject Liaison for

  • Scholarly Communication
  • Open Access  
  • Open Education Resources
  • Copyright and Fair Use

Where to Meet

Pfau Library or online via Zoom.

If you can't find a time to book with me - please send me an email - jennifer.beamer[at] csusb[dot]edu

What to Expect

I will meet with you one-on-one to discuss research strategies and appropriate resources for your research. I will also provide instructions on searching, as needed. At the end of the consultation, you will be better equipped to continue your research independently.

What to Bring

  • Your topic and assignment (notes, syllabus, handouts, etc.)
  • Anything you have found (books, articles, citations, etc.)
  • Something for note-taking

Things to know:

  • You aren't required to make an appointment to get help from a librarian! You can also chat with a librarian, email a librarian, or text us a question (909-542-8990). Are you looking for self-help options? Try one of our Library Guides, or check our FAQ.
  • But if you need a specific time to fit your schedule, anyone is welcome to make an appointment.
  • Appointments are scheduled in 30-minute blocks and must be made at least 24 hours in advance.