Library Workshops
The library offers drop-in workshops in the Fall and Spring semesters on a wide variety of topics, from research skills to tech and software skills and beyond. Below is our calendar of events. Can’t make it to a workshop? Take a look at the online versions of our workshops.
Faculty, if you see a workshop that interests you for your class, department or student group, we can arrange to teach that workshop at a time that works for you, just fill out a workshop request form. We also have a Faculty Workshop series on topics relevant to faculty and graduate students.
Do you have workshop suggestions? Contact [email protected]
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.
Making Zines in InDesign
What's a zine anyway? Zines are self-published magazines, and anyone can make one about anything! Join the Studio to learn more about zines and how to make one using InDesign.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? Learn about Zines and how to make your own with our online guide: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/zines
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 Online.
PowerPoint: Back to Basics
Need to get ready for an important presentation and don’t know how to create the perfect slideshow for the event? Look no further. This beginner workshop covers the basics of PowerPoint tools to get you set up 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? Get your slide decks in order using our online guide: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/powerpoint-basics
From to at Online.
Excel for Creatives
Are you a starving artist or aspiring small business owner wanting to know how much of your inventory you would have to sell to make rent? Or perhaps you're an up-and-coming musician or vacation planner who wants to keep track of all the gear that keeps getting left behind. Come to this outside-the-box workshop to learn how creative professionals manage their time and inventory with Excel!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library Room 201.
The Ethics of AI
AI is supposed to change everything, but what is it changing and at what cost? Take a peek behind the code for a discussion about how AI works, what it may do to jobs, how it's powered, and the world AI reflects back at us.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library Room 205.
Basic Hand Sewing
You know that frustrating feeling when you find great pants, but they're too long? Or when you split the seam on your favorite shirt? Come learn four basic hand sewing stitches that will help you keep your clothes lasting longer. We'll even show you how to sew on a button!
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).