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Wikipedia:Meetup/Women's History Month Edit-a-thon

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In recognition of Women's History Month, the librarians of Tennessee State University and Vanderbilt University are hosting a Wikipedia Edit-a-thon, to improve coverage of Tennessee State University's Notable Female Alumni and other Tennessee women with exceptional accomplishments. The Edit-a-thon is being conducted to increase the number of female Wikipedia editors as well as to heighten representation of women featured articles.


Event Details

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WHO: We invite Tennessee State University students, faculty, and staff ONLY

WHAT:This Edit-a-thon will focus on replacing 'citation needed' flags with citations to authoritative sources. University librarians and faculty will be on hand to assist with research and Wikipedia's citation style. This event is FREE.

WHEN: Friday, March 25, 2016, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM CST central time.

WHERE: The edit-a-thon will be held at Tennessee State University's main campus in Room 315 of the Brown-Daniel Library.

OTHER: Computers, Wifi and electrical outlets will be provided, but feel free to bring your own laptop for use. It is recommended that you create a Wikipedia account beforehand, since Wikipedia has a limit on the number of accounts that can be created in a 24-hour period (currently 6). Please send a message to user:LoisLib, if you have difficulty creating a login.

IMPORTANT: Please RSVP by adding your name to the list below. Potential participants are also strongly encouraged to create an account prior to the event.

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In Attendance

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Regrets

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Outcomes

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By the Numbers

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  • Total attendees: 22
  • Usernames created: 22
  • Citations provided:
  • Articles edited: 10

Citations Needed

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Articles To Create

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