Fondren Library

Author Workshop by Fondren Library and Elsevier

In this workshop, you will learn about:

  • Publishing services at Fondren Library.
  • Choosing the right journal: Tips for finding the best fit and avoiding predatory publishers.
  • Manuscript preparation: Key steps to write and submit a strong paper.
  • Peer review and ethics: Understanding the peer review process and essential ethical guidelines.

Pizza lunch will be provided. Please register below so we can order enough.

Halloween at Fondren

Join us for Fondren's Halloween Festivities on October 31, from 2-4pm.

  • Visit Spooky Departments in the library to play BINGO and win treats and prizes!
  • Post your Halloween costume on social media with the hashtag #FondyHalloween25 to enter our costume contest. You don't have to be present to post your photo, just post by November 1 to enter.
  • We'll have Mystery Boxes for Grand Prizes!

Whether you plan to be spooky or cutesy this Halloween, stop by and enjoy some Halloween fun. We look forward to seeing you there!

Overleaf Professional Introduction

Rice University Fondren Library is now providing Overleaf Professional to students, faculty and staff. 

Overleaf is an online collaborative scientific writing and publishing tool. It is designed to make the process of writing, editing, and producing scientific papers much quicker for authors. 

All Rice students, staff and faculty are invited to participate.  Welcome to all levels of Overleaf users from beginners to expert! No prior LaTeX experience is required.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Faculty Open House

Fondren Library's Open House for Faculty

Discover all that we offer to support your journey here at Rice. Whether you’re looking for research assistance, study spaces, or access to our extensive collections, there’s something for everyone at Fondren!