Welcome to week one of the Knowledge Quest! Every great adventure has to start somewhere, and this week is your chance to get to know Knowledge Commons and to let the community get to know you. Whether you’re creating your account today or you’ve been a member of the Commons for years, this week’s challenge…

Have you ever wondered what Knowledge Commons has to offer beyond the features you use every day? Whether you’re brand new to the platform or a longtime member, this month we’re introducing the Knowledge Quest as a fun way to discover new tools, connect with the community, and uncover resources that can support your research…
Represent your projects & interests. Whether you’re an independent scholar looking to increase your activity in online communities or a graduate student starting to establish a scholarly presence, it can often be overwhelming to begin building a full picture of your work online. Maybe you have a limited amount of time to create a fully…
Share what you’re working on. Imagine you’re: For all of these projects, Humanities Commons sites are an ideal place to get started. With a variety of themes available, it’s easy to find one that fits with the visual style of the project. Once you choose a theme, you can quickly add content, images, and links…
Welcome to Commons Highlights — a new series highlighting groups, sites, and organizations that make the Commons their home. We will be speaking with users who have created vibrant and thriving communities on how they did it, and the lessons they have learned. The Composers of Color Resource Project What do you do with the…
Welcome to Commons Highlights — a new series highlighting groups, sites, and organizations that make the Commons their home. We will be speaking with users who have created vibrant and thriving communities on how they did it, and the lessons they have learned. The Open Access Books Network The Open Access Books Network (OABN) was…
Welcome to week three of the Humanities Commons Group Month! We’re dedicating this time with you to explore groups features, network, and build online community. Each week features a quick challenge (only 5-10 minutes required of your time) to help you familiarize yourself with groups and develop your online presence. As you complete each challenge, share your…
In March 2019, Humanities Commons will host HC Groups Month by posting various challenges and encouraging tips on our Twitter account, @humcommons. By the end of the month, participants will have a better understanding of how they can take full advantage of the many benefits that HC groups offer. Why should you take part in HC Groups…
Making the Most of Your Humanities Commons Group Once you’ve created a group on Humanities Commons, you may find yourself asking a number of questions: What do I do next? How do I get people do join my group? How do groups promote exciting academic activity and collaboration? How do I encourage members to post…