International Open Access Week, a global event dedicated to promoting open access to scholarly research, runs from October 21-27, 2024. The event originally began as a partnership between the Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition (SPARC) and students who organized local events on campuses across the United States. This year's theme, "Community Over Commercialization" underscores the importance of prioritizing community-driven initiatives and values in the open access movement.
Each year, Dr. S.R. Lasker Library celebrates this week with growing enthusiasm. We have planned the following activities to engage our community and raise awareness about the importance of open access:
- Open Access Showcase: Create a physical display in our library showcasing open access resources and initiatives.
- Social Media Campaign: Throughout Open Access Week, we will be running social media campaigns using hashtags like #OAWeek.
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