Promoting ICPSR at Your Institution

Hey there, data ambassador! Looking for inspiration on how to share the ICPSR data bounty at your institution? Use our materials at your institution to promote ICPSR data access, data deposit, and training in quantitative methods.

Here, you’ll find text for social media, emails, and newsletters. We also have PowerPoint templates, short videos, and more! Use these materials as-is or edit them to fit your needs.

Ready-to-Use Materials

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Note: The posts below are 280 characters or less. They will work on X/Twitter (as of 2024) but are also suitable for other social media platforms. We recommend using one of the provided images to maximize visibility. Right-click on the image to download.

  • Post 1. Text: 🔍Unlock the power of research!🎓 Did you know our incredible staff, students, & faculty have exclusive access to ICPSR social & behavioral research data? 🌐Explore the wealth of knowledge at icpsr.umich.edu #Research #DataAccess #ICPSR
    ICPSR logo on a blue and green background.
  • Post 2. Text: 🌞Dive into a summer of learning with the ICPSR Summer Program! 📊💡Immerse yourself in dynamic, hands-on experiences exploring quantitative methods and statistics. 🤓📈 Elevate your research skills! Learn more at icpsr.umich.edu/sumprog #Research #Data #icpsrSumProg
    ICPSR Summer Program participants in a classroom.
  • Post 3. Text: 🔍Curious about Data Curation or Depositing Data with ICPSR? 🤔 Dive into the ICPSR 101 video series! 🎥💻 Explore answers to your questions and more at myumi.ch/r81w7 🌐📊 #DataCuration #ICPSR101 #ResearchEducation
    Illustrated man on red background with text, “Did you ever wonder… What is data curation?”

 

ICPSR offers hundreds of on-demand videos on our YouTube page, including the award-winning ICPSR 101 series and #NoStupidQuestions.

#NoStupidQuestions video: “What is a Codebook?”

ICPSR 101 video: “Depositing Data with ICPSR”

 

 

Printable ICPSR promotional flyer

Want to link to ICPSR from your website? Feel free to use these graphical ICPSR buttons.

Use premade ICPSR email templates to share data and resources with colleagues, staff, faculty, students, researchers and others.

Optional images can be downloaded for use if desired.

Title: Why Every Student Should Take Advantage of ICPSR: Your Gateway to Data-Driven Discovery

If you’re a student passionate about research, social science, or data analysis, you might have heard of ICPSR. Housed at the University of Michigan, ICPSR is the world’s leading social science data source. Whether you’re just starting a class project, diving into your honors thesis, or interested in developing your data skills, ICPSR is an invaluable resource. But what makes ICPSR so helpful for students? Let’s take a closer look.

1. Access to an Unmatched Wealth of Data

One of ICPSR’s greatest strengths is its vast archive: over 20,000 packages of data covering topics like economics, education, healthcare, criminal justice, political science, and more. As a student, you can easily browse, download, and analyze datasets collected from research projects all around the world. This means you don’t have to start from scratch… ICPSR offers you hundreds of ways to find relevant, reliable data for your next assignment or thesis. Want to explore voting behavior, public opinion polls, or epidemiological surveys? ICPSR has it all!

Not sure where to start? Learn about the data behind current headlines.

2. Free Student Accounts and Easy Data Downloads

Creating an ICPSR account is free for students, and as a member of one of the hundreds of member institutions you have direct access to the vast majority of its resources. With your account, you can download data, use online analysis tools, and access data support, all designed to help make your research smoother and more efficient.

3. Powerful Tools and Support for ALL Skill Levels

Maybe you’re new to data analysis and feeling a bit intimidated. No worries! ICPSR was designed with all students in mind—from absolute beginners to advanced data scientists. The site offers extensive documentation for each dataset, explaining the purpose, methodology, and context so you’re never lost. Plus, there are training videos, tutorials, and workshops on topics like statistical software (SPSS, Stata, R) and data curation. If you ever get stuck, ICPSR has extensive FAQs and a Help Desk to answer your questions quickly and knowledgeably.

4. Opportunities for Professional Development

ICPSR isn’t just about finding data, it’s also a hub for student growth. Consider joining the annual ICPSR Summer Program, where you can boost your skills in statistics, data analysis, or research methods (every year they give over $100k in scholarships). ICPSR also sponsors student research competitions, internships, and opportunities to contribute to real-world projects. These experiences look fantastic on a resume or grad school application, and they help you build valuable connections in the data community.

5. A Commitment to Ethical, Responsible Research

Using data responsibly is crucial. ICPSR emphasizes best practices and provides guidance on ethical data use, data citation, and how to protect sensitive information. This ensures that your research not only meets academic standards but also instills professional values that matter in today’s data-driven world.

6. A Supportive Student Community

ICPSR fosters a sense of collaboration, not competition. Forums and workshops offer the chance to network with faculty, experts, and fellow students interested in similar topics. You’ll never have to work alone – the ICPSR community is always willing to share tips, troubleshoot, or recommend resources.

Ready to Get Started?

Creating your ICPSR account is easy. Just visit ICPSR, click “Create Account,” and use your school email address. From there, you can start searching, downloading, and analyzing data right away.

ICPSR opens up a world of data-driven opportunities for students at all levels. Whether you’re curious about demographics, international affairs, or the criminal justice system, ICPSR is your trusted partner. Create your account today – unlock rich datasets, strengthen your research, and empower your academic journey!

First step: Visit ICPSR’s Learning with Data resource and start growing your data skills from beginner to pro.

Downloadable virtual backgrounds – requires free Canva account. Can’t access Canva? Contact our membership team for assistance: icpsr-membership@umich.edu

You may also download the images below:

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Promotional materials for the Data Communications Scholarship, including email and blog post templates, can be found here: ICPSR Data Communications Scholarship

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ICPSR Store

Have you ever wanted to wear your love for data on your sleeve? We know the feeling! We’re excited offer the ICPSR store on Redbubble. You can shop 24/7 for your favorite ICPSR designs on a wide range of products, including stickers, magnets, hoodies, travel mugs, socks, and much more. We will add more designs as time and creativity permit.

Note: These products are provided by a third party, and ICPSR does not set the pricing or control the quality of the items available for purchase. Additionally, we want to emphasize that ICPSR does not make any money on sales of the items; the cost is as low as possible for our data ambassadors.