
November 2022
ONLINE – Publishing (with) Data
This session will help you form good practices as you prepare to submit your research to a journal and affiliated data to a repository. Attendees will learn how to make informed decisions about where to publish by learning how to select appropriate journals and how to advocate for yourself and your research throughout the publication process.
Find out more »Mend-Day Wednesday
Bring your broken clothing or other textiles to this weekly event and learn how to mend them! No experience is needed and all materials are provided.
Find out more »Podcasting 101 (In-person)
If you've ever wanted to learn about audio recording or podcasts, this is the workshop for you!
Come learn about the different types of audio equipment you can use to record (including ones for free checkout at the UMN libraries!) as well as methods for planning, preparing for, and editing your recordings. Staff will be on hand to answer questions, do small demos, and provide you with resources to use as you embark on your audio adventure.
Find out more »Podcasting 101 (Online)
If you've ever wanted to learn about audio recording or podcasts, this is the workshop for you!
Come learn about the different types of audio equipment you can use to record (including ones for free checkout at the UMN libraries!) as well as methods for planning, preparing for, and editing your recordings. Staff will be on hand to answer questions, do small demos, and provide you with resources to use as you embark on your audio adventure.
Find out more »December 2022
ONLINE: End of semester planning – study tips and tricks
Plan the rest of your semester and learn new study techniques.
Find out more »Preparing for the NIH Data Management & Sharing Policy (Online)
Learn about the new NIH Data Management & Sharing Policy that comes into effect starting January 2023.
Find out more »ONLINE: End of semester planning – study tips and tricks
Make a study plan for the rest of the semester and learn time management techniques.
Find out more »ONLINE: Introduction to Zotero
Learn how to use Zotero to create your own database of citations, PDFs, images, webpages, video and audio files, and more. Create citations which can be added to Google Docs, Microsoft Word and Libre Office. We will send a Zoom link to students who are registered one day before the workshop. Register
Find out more »January 2023
NIH Data Management & Sharing Policy Workshop (Online)
The new NIH Data Management & Sharing Policy (DMSP) goes into effect January 25, 2023. Learn more about the policy, data sharing resources, and data management best practices. Special attention will be given to selecting an appropriate repository and human participant considerations
Find out more »ONLINE: Introduction to Zotero
Learn how to use Zotero to create your own database of citations, PDFs, images, webpages, video and audio files, and more. Create citations which can be added to Google Docs, Microsoft Word and Libre Office. We will send a Zoom link to students who are registered one day before the workshop. Register
Find out more »ONLINE: Start strong: Early semester planning
Learn new strategies, tools and hacks that can help you for spring. We will talk about semester planning, Canvas course tips, and go on virtual visits to the UMN Libraries and success.umn.edu (peer tutoring centers). Get ideas for keeping up the motivation and staying on track in your courses. Zoom link will be sent to those who register. Register
Find out more »ONLINE: Introduction to EndNote and EndNote Web
Learn about using EndNote to import citations, customize your account, and format your bibliographies and in-text citations. We'll also discuss using EndNote in conjunction with EndNote Online, a web-based version of EndNote freely available to current University of Minnesota students, faculty, and staff. We will send a Zoom link to students who are registered one day before the workshop. Register now
Find out more »ONLINE: UMN Libraries on the go: Tips for transfer, commuter, and non-traditional students
Do you primarily do schoolwork off-campus? Ever wondered how to avoid paying money for articles? Want to know how you can save time, parking money, and even avoid trips to campus? In this 45-minute workshop you will learn tips and tricks for doing research for papers and projects, accessing library materials, and getting help when you are off-campus. A Zoom link will be sent out a couple of days prior to the workshop. Register now.
Find out more »ONLINE: Start strong: Early semester planning
Learn new strategies, tools and hacks that can help you for fall semester. We will talk about semester planning, Canvas course tips, and go on virtual visits to the UMN Libraries and Success.umn.edu (peer tutoring centers). Get ideas for keeping up the motivation and staying on track in your courses. Zoom link will be sent to those who register. Register now!
Find out more »ONLINE: Introduction to Zotero
Learn how to use Zotero to create your own database of citations, PDFs, images, webpages, video and audio files, and more. Create citations which can be added to Google Docs, Microsoft Word and Libre Office. We will send a Zoom link to students who are registered one day before the workshop. Register
Find out more »ONLINE: UMN Libraries on the go: Tips for transfer, commuter, and non-traditional students
Do you primarily do schoolwork off-campus? Ever wondered how to avoid paying money for articles? Want to know how you can save time, parking money, and even avoid trips to campus? In this 45-minute workshop you will learn tips and tricks for doing research for papers and projects, accessing library materials, and getting help when you are off-campus. We will also share some money-saving tips! A Zoom link will be sent out a couple of days prior to the workshop.…
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