Library Workshops
To schedule a workshop for your class, department, or student group, please fill out a workshop request. You can also book a library instruction class for your course with any of our teaching units.
Interested in an online version of a workshop? Contact [email protected] to make a suggestion.
Visit the Faculty Workshops page to view workshops on topics relevant to faculty and graduate students.
Brainstorming for Creative Projects
Do you want to start a creative project but are stuck waiting for inspiration to strike? Whether you've been told to "do something creative" or want to start a podcast, most creative ideas come from a methodical approach to brainstorming, not from a lightning bolt or magical vision. This workshop will use examples to take you through the steps of brainstorming to come up with new creative ideas, and the tools you need to follow through on your creative projects.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
AI Images: What's Real, What's Not, and What is it Good For?
2024 is poised to be a deluge of information. We know other countries have flooded the airwaves with misleading memes in the past. Now that we have AI generated images, how can we tell the difference between a real photo and a deep fake? This workshop will look at where these images come from and what to look for when you're figuring out what to believe.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 204.
Crafternoons
Build community and share whatever you are crafting at the moment with others who love to craft--or want to learn to craft. Bring your own in-progress craft or work on one of several options provided. Hot tea and cottagecore vibes will be provided. This open craft time is offered on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
Music Technology Series: Synthesizers
Sync into Synths! Explore the world of circuitry, sound synthesis, and electronics with an introductory presentation and hands-on demos with Studio equipment.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 207.
Writing with Sources: How to Quote, Paraphrase, and Synthesize Your Research
Are you working on a large research paper or project? Do you want to learn how to maximize your use of secondary sources? Then this workshop is for you! We will discuss and get practice with integrating sources into your own work and learn how to best organize and analyze your sources when writing.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
3D Modeling in Fusion 360
Curious about 3D modeling? Come learn the basics of AutoDesk's Fusion 360 software! Take your designs from the intangible to production-ready without the learning curve of other applications.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? Get started on Fusion 360 with our online guide here: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/fusion360
From to at Library: Room 204.
Create and Manage Your Tables in Excel
This workshop is here to help you keep your Excel tables under control! Learn how to clean up your data, create your table, sort and filter columns, apply conditional formatting, more!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 201.
Premiere Basics
Learn basic editing workflow including how to set up projects, arrange content chronologically, manipulate clips, transfer projects, and export files.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 204.
Excel Charts
This workshop is here to help you keep your Excel tables under control! Learn how to clean up your data, create your table, sort and filter columns, apply conditional formatting, more!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
Understanding Media Manipulation
Understand how misinformation moves from social media to traditional media, and the impact it has on our lives. Topics include analyzing images and captions posted by influencers, breaking down hashtags, and spotting deep fakes.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
How to Cite Sources in Chicago
Struggling with Chicago formatting? Staff from the Writing & Communication Center will help demystify the basics of Chicago and share some quick tips and resources for citing your sources.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? View our online citation resources here: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/citing
From to at Library: Room 204.
Wait, I Need to Know Microsoft Word?
Microsoft Word is a common program and is frequently used in professional settings. But just because it's common doesn’t mean everyone knows how to use it, and that’s okay! Join this beginner-friendly workshop as we familiarize ourselves with the many tools and uses of Word, in this bare-bone basics workshop.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? Online materials for this topic are available here: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/word-basics
From to at Library: Room 201.
How to Write a Resume
Are you applying for jobs or summer internships? Learn tips and tricks for making your resume stand out above the crowd! This workshop will cover planning your resume content, writing effective descriptions of work history, organizing and tailoring your resume to your specific strengths and opportunities, and tips for formatting.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
Science and the Media
Ever feel confused about whether to believe a scientific claim? Does chocolate really cure cancer? Come explore how science is communicated in the media and what you can do to evaluate evidence for yourself.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? An online tutorial for science and the media is available here: https://utc.libwizard.com/f/science-and-media
From to at Online.
Avoiding Plagiarism
There are a lot of varieties of plagiarism. Attend this session to learn what they are and how to avoid them!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? Review our Guide to Plagiarism and take our interactive tutorial here: https://www.utc.edu/library/help/tutorials/plagiarism.
From to at Library: Room 205.
Sampling: Where It Came From and How to Make it Your Own
What do The Notorious B.I.G, Miley Cyrus, Lana Del Ray, and Mariah Carey have in common? They've all sampled "La Di Da Di" by Doug E. Fresh and Slick Rick! Join us while we talk about the history of sampling, how to choose the right sample (without getting sued) and how to make it your own.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 204.
Science and the Media
Ever feel confused about whether to believe a scientific claim? Does chocolate really cure cancer? Come explore how science is communicated in the media and what you can do to evaluate evidence for yourself.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? An online tutorial for science and the media is available here: https://utc.libwizard.com/f/science-and-media
From to at Library: Room 205.
Avoiding Plagiarism
There are a lot of varieties of plagiarism. Attend this session to learn what they are and how to avoid them!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? Review our Guide to Plagiarism and take our interactive tutorial here: https://www.utc.edu/library/help/tutorials/plagiarism.
From to at Library: Room 205.
Branding Your Business with Canva
So you have a business! Or you're thinking of starting one! Now what? How do you do the basic things that will help make your brand recognizable? This workshop will help you use Canva.com, a free online software, to build a more cohesive brand identity, while also learning the basics of Canva.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 201.
Make a Macrame Plant Hanger
Learn how to make a macrame plant hanger to display your houseplants in a new way. No macrame experience is necessary and all supplies are provided. Please register as space is limited to 10 people.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 207.
How to Write a Cover Letter
Are you applying for jobs or summer internships? Do you want to write a cover letter that stands out and helps you get an interview? Then this workshop is for you! We will go over basic elements of cover letters, what to do and not to do, and how to make your experiences shine.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
Excel: More Formulas
There are so many functions and formulas to choose from! Want to learn how to use a few of the more common ones? Join us in this workshop!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
Music Technology Series: Amplification
Want to learn how large crowds hear clearly? Join us for a workshop on speakers, microphones, and signal flow.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
Sock Darning
Have you loved your favorite pair of socks so much that they have holes in the toes or heels? With a little thread and some concentration, they could be back in service! You bring a sock with a hole, we'll bring the skills and the supplies.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 305 (Studio).
How To Perfect Your Profile Pic / Graduation Photo with Photoshop
Need to bump up your Bumble? Did your hair go weird for your LinkedIn photo? Just want to look your best for you graduation photo? This workshop will go over some Photoshop techniques to get rid of blemishes and dark circles, fix lighting issues, and give yourself a glow.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 204.
PowerPoint Basics
Have an important presentation coming up and don't know how to create the perfect slideshow for it? Look no further! This beginner workshop covers the basics of PowerPoint's many tools, to get you on track for making your presentation just right!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? Online materials for this topic are available here: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/powerpoint-basics
From to at Online.
Crafternoons
Build community and share whatever you are crafting at the moment with others who love to craft--or want to learn to craft. Bring your own in-progress craft or work on one of several options provided. Hot tea and cottagecore vibes will be provided. This open craft time is offered on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
Pivot Tables in Excel
A very useful feature within Excel is the pivot table! At first glance this tool seems daunting, but this workshop is here to help you gain a grasp on this dynamic and useful tool.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 201.