Workshops

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Workshops at the University of Texas Libraries are free, drop-in workshops on topics related to research, digital tools and more. All workshops are free, open to everyone and located across Libraries locations. Workshops with invited speakers or co-organized with outside institutions may be subject to registration fees. Non-UT affiliated persons can connect to our WiFi network through the UTGuest network or EduRoam.

Upcoming Workshops

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This hybrid workshop covers the fundamental workflow of identifying and accessing sources of geospatial data that can be used in research. Participants will learn strategies for finding and importing geospatial data, then explore techniques for analyzing and visualizing those data using GIS software.

By the end of this session, you should have the core knowledge required to start working effectively with geospatial datasets!

Location: This is a hybrid format session that will be offered on Zoom and in-person in the PCL Scholars Lab Data Lab (PCL 2.202).

Donuts will be provided for in-person attendees!

Register here! 

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Join UT Libraries and Silk Club for an evening of creativity, community, and zine-making! You'll explore UT Libraries' zine collection, learn about the power of self-published media, and create your own zine to take home. Silk Club is an organization centered on Austin-based self-identified Asian women and/or queer people to collaborate on projects that celebrate our experience. It is a space committed to validating and empowering intersectional identities, building creative opportunities, and fostering connections between different Asian communities.

Materials and snacks will be provided.

Location: Learning Lab 2 (PCL 2.340)
101 E. 21st Street Austin, Texas 78712

 

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Join the Digital Humanities Workshop Series and explore how digital tools and methods can support and advance research.

In this workshop, you'll learn how to use the Unix command line to process born digital media more efficiently. The Unix command line is a powerful tool for automating repetitive tasks and can be accessed through Linux and Mac operating systems, or through Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL). You'll work with born digital materials, including files created and managed digitally as well as storage media such as hard drives, optical discs, and removable storage devices. The workshop will cover basic commands for virus scanning, copying, deduplicating, and converting files. Join us to learn practical techniques for preserving your born digital files for long-term access and sustainability!

Presenter: Karla Roig, Digital Preservation Coordinator.

Location: Online
Register here!

 

Banner graphic for the Digital Humanities Workshop Series featuring a blue panel with semester text on the left and a stylized open book with circuit-like lines on the right, representing the intersection of technology and humanities.
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Join us on this interactive workshop for creative writing! Creative Coding: Digital Methods for Creative Writing will cover various digital methods for creative writing, highlighting both non-coding and code-based tools and methodologies.

You'll get an overview of a variety of digital tools and methodologies and learn how they can support your creative work. Whether you're interested in using technology to enhance your writing process or are simply curious about digital creative practices, this workshop will help you discover new techniques you can incorporate to your own projects.

After the introduction, you'll have the chance to try several of the tools yourself during a guided, hands-on demonstration. Bring your curiosity and be ready to experiment, ask questions and explore new ideas alongside fellow students and writers.

No prior experience is necessary. Everyone is welcome!

Register here!

Location: Perry-Castañeda Library (PCL) 
Scan Tech Studio (PCL 2.212)

101 E. 21st Street
Austin, Texas 78712

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EndNote is a sophisticated reference management tool that allows you to: 

  • Import references from multiple sources 
  • Organize the references in a logical and efficient manner 
  • Find & attach full text articles, and create notes in those articles
  • Easily facilitate citation tasks within your manuscript in thousands of reference/journal styles at the click of a button

Join us whether you're a new EndNote user or need to brush up on your skills! 

For a hands-on workshop experience, download and install EndNote before attending the workshop

You can purchase EndNote for a discount through the Campus Computer Store or get a 30-day free trial to EndNote. 

Interested in getting a head start before the workshop? Take a look at the UT Libraries EndNote guide!

Registration required, so sign up today!

 

Contact Us

Location:
Perry Castañeda Library
101 E. 21st Street
PCL 1.342
Austin, Texas 78712