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Humanities

General guide for Humanities; also includes resources for Asian Studies, American Studies, Creative Arts, European Studies, Jewish Studies, Liberal Studies, Middle East Studies, and Religious Studies.

How to Reach Me

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Silke Higgins
Contact:
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
One Washington Square
San Jose, CA 95192-0028

Working With Me

Research Assistance via Email

My preferred method of communication is email (silke.higgins@sjsu.edu).
When emailing me for help with your research, please include the following:
* Your major
* Class you are taking (e.g. ANTH 190, HUM 100W, etc.)
* What type of project you need help with (paper, presentation, etc.)
* Your research question

Research Assistance via Chat

During the Spring 2023 semester, my online chat reference hours are as follows:

  • Wednesday, 9am - 11am
  • Thursday, 9am -11am

Zoom Appointments

Zoom appointments are primarily for students who have already begun to research their topics and have found research materials, but are now at a point where additional, specific help is needed.
When emailing me for a Zoom appointment, please include the following:
* Your major
* Class you are taking (e.g. ANTH 190, HUM 100W, etc.)
* What type of project you need help with (paper, presentation, etc.)
* Research you have already conducted
* Which research materials you have already found

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