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]
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? Check out this workshop as we explore our visual 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.
Citing and Documentation
This workshop gets into the nuts and bolts of creating citations in APA, MLA, and Chicago styles, addressing questions such as: Which style should you choose? What information do you need to create a citation? Where do you find things like the author, the publisher, or the DOI?
Attend the Writing With Sources Effectively workshop on Wednesday, March 26, 10:30 a.m.-- 11:15 a.m. in LIB 205 for more on incorporating your newly minted citations into your work.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
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 jobs, electricity, 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.
Introduction to Zotero
If there are research papers in your future, especially in the humanities, Zotero is here to make your life easier. Zotero is free, easy to set-up on your own computer, and provides cloud storage so you can access your library and notes anywhere you have an internet connection. By the end of this workshop, you will have Zotero downloaded to your PC or Mac (Chromebooks have slightly less functionality), a free Zotero account, the ability to add sources to your Zotero library, and the ability to cite your sources in Word and/or Google Docs.
Note: Some graduate programs require the use of EndNote, so make sure you understand your department's requirements for formatting theses and dissertations.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
Citing and Documentation
This workshop gets into the nuts and bolts of creating citations in APA, MLA, and Chicago styles, addressing questions such as: Which style should you choose? What information do you need to create a citation? Where do you find things like the author, the publisher, or the DOI?
Attend the Writing With Sources Effectively workshop on Wednesday, March 26, 10:30 a.m.-- 11:15 a.m. in LIB 205 for more on incorporating your newly minted citations into your work.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
Crafternoon
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. This open craft time is offered monthly.
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 Do a Literature 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.
From to at Online.
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.
Make Your Own Speaker
Want to learn how large crowds hear music from far away? Have you ever wondered what sound engineers do? 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.
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 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 Online.
Organizing Data with Excel 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!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 201.
Audio for Podcasting
Learn the basics of capturing and editing audio for podcasting. Using the Studio's equipment, you will discover the use of different microphones for specific settings. We will also go over the basics of editing in Audacity and discuss using the timeline, multiple tracks, splicing audio recordings, adding effects / filters, and mixing tracks.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? Review our online guide for podcasting here: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/AudioforPodcasting
From to at Library: 205.
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.
Writing With Sources Effectively
Do you have a big paper coming up that requires writing with secondary sources? Have you ever struggled with presenting research alongside your own analysis? Then it's time to learn how to maximize your use of sources with this workshop! We'll go over ways to organize your research writing and learn how to incoporate sources and citations into a larger paper.
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.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
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.
Build an At-Home Recording Studio
Have you been looking to build your own at-home studio for podcasting or music production, but you don't know where to start? This workshop will get you balling on a budget. You don’t need to spend a lot of money to have a studio at home; you can put together a recording space using materials you probably already have.
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 DIY home recording here: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/at-home-recording-studio
From to at Online.
Photoshop Basics
Ready to dive into the world of Photoshop but don't know where to start? Join our beginner-friendly Photoshop workshop and discover the powerful tools that can transform your ideas into stunning visuals. This hands-on workshop will introduce you to different tools to add text and graphics to images, remove a background, overlap images, and more!
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 204.
Using Canva for Multimodal Assignments
Do you have a multimodal assignment coming up and you just don't know how to get started? Canva just might be the tool for you! Canva is a free online graphic design tool that you can use to make inspiring infographics, powerful posters, and vibrant videos. This workshop will go over the basics of Canva, but even experienced Canva users can learn some new tips and tricks.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Online.
Using Canva for Multimodal Assignments
Do you have a multimodal assignment coming up and you just don't know how to get started? Canva just might be the tool for you! Canva is a free online graphic design tool that you can use to make inspiring infographics, powerful posters, and vibrant videos. This workshop will go over the basics of Canva, but even experienced Canva users can learn some new tips and tricks.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 204.
Audio for Podcasting
Learn the basics of capturing and editing audio for podcasting. Using the Studio's equipment, you will discover the use of different microphones for specific settings. We will also go over the basics of editing in Audacity and discuss using the timeline, multiple tracks, splicing audio recordings, adding effects / filters, and mixing tracks.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
Unable to join us? Review our online guide for podcasting here: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/AudioforPodcasting
From to at Online.
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.
How To Perfect Your Photos with Photoshop
Want to look your best for your LinkedIn photo? Did your hair go weird in your graduation photo? This workshop will go over some Photoshop techniques to get rid of blemishes, 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.
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.
Video Editing for Beginners
Wondering how you can make your social media posts more dynamic? Do you need to create a simple video for class? This workshop will cover the basics of video editing to get you started on your next project.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 204.
3D Modeling in Fusion 360
Curious about 3D modeling? Join our hands-on workshop designed for beginners and learn the fundamentals of 3D modeling using Autodesk Fusion 360. Whether you’re an aspiring designer, engineer, or hobbyist, this workshop will guide you through the essential tools and techniques to get started.
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: Presentation Know-How
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? Online materials for this topic are available here: https://guides.lib.utc.edu/powerpoint-basics
From to at Online.
Using Canva for Multimodal Assignments
Do you have a multimodal assignment coming up and you just don't know how to get started? Canva just might be the tool for you! Canva is a free online graphic design tool that you can use to make inspiring infographics, powerful posters, and vibrant videos. This workshop will go over the basics of Canva, but even experienced Canva users can learn some new tips and tricks.
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: 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.
Video Editing for Beginners
Wondering how you can make your social media posts more dynamic? Do you need to create a simple video for class? This workshop will cover the basics of video editing to get you started on your next project.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 204.
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.
Research and Artificial Intelligence
This workshop is aimed at students who are curious about how Generative AI related to their research projects. Acceptable and unacceptable uses of Generative AI will be discussed, along with ethical considerations.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
Research and Artificial Intelligence
This workshop is aimed at students who are curious about how Generative AI related to their research projects. Acceptable and unacceptable uses of Generative AI will be discussed, along with ethical considerations.
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 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.
Crafternoon
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. This open craft time is offered monthly.
This workshop is eligible for ThinkAchieve Beyond the Classroom Challenge credit when an experiential learning reflection is completed.
From to at Library: Room 205.
Fix Your Socks
Darning: Mending a hole by interweaving yarn.
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).