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]
UTC Library Studio Tech Petting Zoo
UTC Library Studio provides access to a full slate of audio-video equipment available to all students regardless of major. Drop in to see what all you can borrow, talk specs with our staff, and begin planning your next creative project.
From to at Library Room 305 (Studio).
Organize Your Life
Get help managing the chaos! Attend this workshop for tips and advice about how to use apps, technology, and proven techniques to best manage your time.
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/organize-your-life
From to at Online.
Organize Your Life
Get help managing the chaos! Attend this workshop for tips and advice about how to use apps, technology, and proven techniques to best manage your time.
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/organize-your-life
From to at Library Room 205.
Recording Live Music Performance
Do you need to capture audio? Are you looking to record your band? Have you tried recording, but there's just too much background noise? Come learn about the recording devices that the Library has to offer. Handheld recorders, Microphones, and everything in-between will be covered in this workshop on recording devices.
From to at Library Room 205.
Excel: Back to Basics
Wow, look at all those boxes. What’s a formula? How do I make a chart? I haven’t used Excel before, but I need to know things! This Excel beginner workshop will guide you to the solutions. You’ll leave with the knowledge of the features and functionality of each ribbon (if you don’t know what that is, you can learn that here, too)!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library Room 201.
How to Write a Discussion Board Post
Writing discussion board posts can be scary at first, but it doesn't have to be! In this workshop, taught by peer consultants at the Writing and Communication Center, you'll learn how to respond to discussion boards and comopose your thoughts articulately. We'll look at examples, discuss what to do (and what not to do), and address your questions.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library Room 205.
EndNote Desktop
Learn how to use EndNote Desktop citation management software to save time and frustration when incorporating citations into papers and presentations.
Please note: this software is ideally suited for long-term research projects and will be most relevant for graduate students and faculty.
Unable to join us? Get started with EndNote on our website: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/EndNoteGuide and contact us for a consultation.
From to at Online.
How to Organize Your Stuff: File Management for People Whose Computers Hate Them
Do you keep losing files that you need for your projects? Does it take you hours flipping through photos that all start with IMG_whatever? Are half of the files in your Google Drive all called "Final Paper," "FinalFinalPaper," "FinalPaper2" or "Document?" This workshop will help you get organized and develop a system to keep track of your stuff. Imagine the time you'll have when you don't have to waste it looking for things!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
From to at Online.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
From to at Online.
How to Email Your Professor
Sending emails to your professors can be hard, especially if you need to request an extension or a letter of recommendation. But it doesn't have to be! In this workshop, taught by peer consultants at the Writing and Communication Center, you'll learn how to compose professional, effective emails to professors and even potential employers. We'll look at examples, discuss what to do (and what not to do), and address your questions.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? An online video on this topic is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vL4x4-Rt9c&t=36s
From to at Library Room 205.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
From to at Online.
GarageBand Basics
Are you interested in Music Production, but you don't know where to start? Consider joining us at this workshop! This online workshop requires a mac computer with the most up-to-date version of GarageBand. This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
From to at Online.
Microsoft Word for Undergraduates
Word is one of the the most commonly used computer programs in the world. However, just because it’s widely used, it doesn’t mean everyone knows how to use it properly (and that’s okay). Join this beginner-friendly workshop as we all learn the tools, formatting skills, and bare bone basics that you will need for undergraduate writing assignments.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
From to at Online.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
From to at Online.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
From to at Online.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
From to at Online.
Microsoft Word for Undergraduates
Word is one of the the most commonly used computer programs in the world. However, just because it’s widely used, it doesn’t mean everyone knows how to use it properly (and that’s okay). Join this beginner-friendly workshop as we all learn the tools, formatting skills, and bare bone basics that you will need for undergraduate writing assignments.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library Room 201.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
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.
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.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
From to at Online.
Excel: Organizing Data with Tables and PivotTables
Do you need help being able to easily organize and manage your data? Two of the most powerful organizational tools in Excel are totally tabular! No matter what your skill level is, join us for this workshop as we break down step-by-step all things Tables and PivotTables!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
Colors and Composition: The Art of Visual Storytelling
Whether you are interested in animation, film, or graphic design, join us to learn the fundamentals of creating captivating stories. This beginner-friendly workshop will cover storyboarding, color psychology, frame composition, and lighting to assist in planning out your ideas and creating an emotional connection between your work and your audience. We will also have hands-on practice through a storyboarding activity.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library Room 205.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
From to at Online.
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Has your professor assigned you an annotated bibliography this semester? Come learn the basics of compiling and formatting an annotated bibliography regardless of the subject matter.
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.
EndNote Desktop
Learn how to use EndNote Desktop citation management software to save time and frustration when incorporating citations into papers and presentations.
Please note: this software is ideally suited for long-term research projects and will be most relevant for graduate students and faculty.
Unable to join us? Get started with EndNote on our website: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/EndNoteGuide and contact us for a consultation.
From to at Online.
How to Write a Lit Review
What exactly is a literature review and how do I do one? Come learn best practices for compiling and writing a solid lit review for your class assignment.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
Excel: Formulas and Functions
Excel has many functions and formulas to choose from. Need help figuring out what's what? Join us for this workshop to check out some common formulas and some lesser known yet useful ones too! Plus, bonus content to help bring out a more Excel-efficient you!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library Room 201.
How to Read a Scholarly Article
Are you having trouble reading scholarly articles? Confused or overwhelmed about the different sections? Come to this short workshop and learn some tips and tricks for tackling tough reading, find out what research looks like in different disciplines, and practice reading an article to pull relevant information.
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/how-to-read
From to at Library Room 205.
How to Write a Lit Review
What exactly is a literature review and how do I do one? Come learn best practices for compiling and writing a solid lit review for your class assignment.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
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.
Excel: How to Make Visually Stunning Charts
Charts are a great way to visually represent tons of data with uses ranging from the workplace, personal projects, and the homework assignment that’s due in an hour. With so many options, it can be overwhelming. Which type of chart should you use? How do you plug in your information? Take some time to check out this workshop as we explore our options with charts.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
How to Read a Scholarly Article
Are you having trouble reading scholarly articles? Confused or overwhelmed about the different sections? Come to this short workshop and learn some tips and tricks for tackling tough reading, find out what research looks like in different disciplines, and practice reading an article to pull relevant information.
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/how-to-read
From to at Library Room 205.
How to Write a Lit Review
What exactly is a literature review and how do I do one? Come learn best practices for compiling and writing a solid lit review for your class assignment.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
Make a Paper Speaker
How does Music get played through electronics? Come learn about magnets, copper coils, and Electromagnetic Induction in this crafty workshop.
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 Read a Scholarly Article
Are you having trouble reading scholarly articles? Confused or overwhelmed about the different sections? Come to this short workshop and learn some tips and tricks for tackling tough reading, find out what research looks like in different disciplines, and practice reading an article to pull relevant information.
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/how-to-read
From to at Library Room 205.
How to Write a Lit Review
What exactly is a literature review and how do I do one? Come learn best practices for compiling and writing a solid lit review for your class assignment.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
Citing Sources in APA
Are you new to citing sources APA? Do you want some pointers? Staff from the Writing and Communication Center will help demystify the basics of APA 7 and share some quick tips and resources for citing sources.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? View this online recording available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRfoomeOVts&t=80s
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.
How to Organize Your Stuff: File Management for People Whose Computers Hate Them
Do you keep losing files that you need for your projects? Does it take you hours flipping through photos that all start with IMG_whatever? Are half of the files in your Google Drive all called "Final Paper," "FinalFinalPaper," "FinalPaper2" or "Document?" This workshop will help you get organized and develop a system to keep track of your stuff. Imagine the time you'll have when you don't have to waste it looking for things!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
How to Read a Scholarly Article
Are you having trouble reading scholarly articles? Confused or overwhelmed about the different sections? Come to this short workshop and learn some tips and tricks for tackling tough reading, find out what research looks like in different disciplines, and practice reading an article to pull relevant information.
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/how-to-read
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.
Photo Documentation for Portfolios
Whether you need to photograph an object, built model, space, or get the perfect picture of that giant drawing you made last semester - this workshop is for you! Come learn about documenting all of your projects that need photos to truly do them justice. This Studio workshop will go over staging, lighting, and photographing your creative works."
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 Write a Lit Review
What exactly is a literature review and how do I do one? Come learn best practices for compiling and writing a solid lit review for your class assignment.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
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.
How to Write a Lit Review
What exactly is a literature review and how do I do one? Come learn best practices for compiling and writing a solid lit review for your class assignment.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
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.
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.
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.
Excel: How to Make Visually Stunning Charts
Charts are a great way to visually represent tons of data with uses ranging from the workplace, personal projects, and the homework assignment that’s due in an hour. With so many options, it can be overwhelming. Which type of chart should you use? How do you plug in your information? Take some time to check out this workshop as we explore our options with charts.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library Room 201.
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.
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.