Literature Review Basics for Graduate Students: From Research Question to Writing (In Person)
When:
Thursday, February 5, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CT
Where: University Library, Video Theater, 1970 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 map it
Audience: Faculty/Staff - Student - Post Docs/Docs - Graduate Students
Cost: Free
Contact:
Jason Kruse
jkruse@northwestern.edu
Group: Northwestern Libraries
Category: Training
Description:
This session will introduce graduate students to strategies for completing a literature review. The session will include tips and guidance on developing and refining a research question, choosing databases, advanced searching techniques, using citation management tools for organizing materials, and tips on constructing a review. The content will apply to literature reviews for short papers to articles to dissertations.
This session will be presented in person at the University Library by Jason Kruse, Undergraduate Engagement Librarian and Geoff Morse, Distinctive Collections & Research Services.