Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon: The History of Nursing in Newark

Join archivists from Dana and Smith Libraries for a Wikipedia edit-a-thon highlighting the history of nursing in Newark. Help increase the online representation of important Newark scientists and health professionals on the largest open encyclopedia on the internet. You'll learn how to edit existing Wikipedia articles and contribute to a new article about Mary Bowland, a nurse who helped establish the Children's Hospital AIDS Program (CHAP), a groundbreaking model for pediatric AIDS care in Newark.

Beginners are welcome!

Special instructions: Please register for a Wikipedia account at this link BEFORE attending the edit-a-thon. https://libcal.rutgers.edu/event/10332533

Date: Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Time: 3:00–6:00 p.m. (beginner tutorial from 3:00–4:00 p.m.)
Location: Dana Library's Electronic Classroom (lower level), 185 University Avenue, Newark, NJ 07102

Please note: Attendees must present a current Rutgers ID card or government-issued ID (e.g., driver license, passport, Real ID, etc.) to enter Dana Library.

Location: Dana Library
Address: 185 Unversity Avenue, Newark, NJ 7102