CJ Nyssen (she/her)
Subject Liaison Librarian
Department(s) or Unit(s): Subject Liaison Librarians
I will be away from the library over the summer. Please contact libraryhelp@wlu.ca to get in touch with library staff who can help you connect with another librarian in the meantime.
Welcome!
I'm a librarian supporting the following programs:
- Indigenous Studies
- Social & Environmental Justice
- Human Rights
- Leadership
I work on the Brantford campus and remotely, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. I'm here to help you research faster and with better results.
I can help you...
- find keywords/subject terms to search with
- use Omni, Laurier Library's academic research tool
- learn how to search specific databases
- search with Google more effectively, and learn how to find scholarly sources on the internet
- learn to recognize different types of sources
- find grey literature
- analyze your research question or develop a research strategy
- learn how to choose and analyze your search results
- manage and cite your sources in most styles including APA, MLA, Chicago, McGill
- with any other research or library questions you may have
Book a 1-on-1 research appointment with me
You can book an appointment directly in my calendar by clicking the link in the menu! This link uses Microsoft Office to book video meetings in Teams or Zoom, or in-person meetings
If you think you might need more time, please let me know on the form and I will give you more time if I am available.
Please send me an email if you need to cancel or reschedule.
Teams Chat
If I'm not in a meeting or scheduled elsewhere, you can reach me through Microsoft Office Teams chat during work hours (Chat with CJ on Teams button in menu).
Office: GRH 108A
Office Description
GRH 108A has adjustable lighting (two intensities), and a large window, which any guest will face when they visit. A curtain can be lowered to reduce light.
The door is average width, but should allow most mobility devices to enter.
The librarian's desk is arranged so that she faces you as you come in.
Service Area(s): Help & research assistance, In-person instruction, Online library instruction, Subject librarians
Subjects: Indigenous Studies, Social and Environmental Justice, Human Rights, Leadership
