November 2019
Creativity Walkshops: Tour of UMN Equine Center
Join our monthly Creativity Walkshops! De-stress while we explore campus and let nature spark our creativity. (No artistic skill required!) Meet at the Magrath Library service desk at noon. November 7 - Equine Center - Join Magrath Library staff for short nature walk around campus as a method of relaxation and learning. We will learn about the state-of-the-art equine center on the St. Paul campus! This walkshop will be led by Sue Loly, Dudley Barn and Events Manager. Register now
Find out more »Bookbinding: Twig Journal
Learn how to make a simple nature-inspired journal that you can use for sketching, journaling, or even class notes! Register now
Find out more »What is the Makerspace?
Come by for a quick tour of the Bio-Medical Library Makerspace. We'll talk about what the Makerspace is, what tools we have and how you can use them. Register now
Find out more »Podcasting 101
Learn the basics of podcasting using equipment available at the SMART Learning Commons desk and free audio software. No experience necessary. All are welcome. Register now
Find out more »Introduction to 3D Printing
So you've heard about the things you can do with 3D printing, but aren't sure what it is or where to start? This free workshop at the Bio-Medical Library Makerspace is for you. We'll go over the basics of how the 3D printers work, how to use them, how you make and find things to print. Finally, we'll do some real printing! This session is oriented towards beginners with little to no experience with 3D design or printing, but all…
Find out more »Bullet Journal Meet-Up
Join us in the Breakerspace for a meet-up to start a bullet journal, or continue working on your in-progress bullet journal. Theme ideas will be available, and basic supplies will be on hand. Bring your own journal, or make a mini-journal using materials in the space. Drop in anytime. Register now
Find out more »Intro to Hand Lettering
Learn to create beautiful calligraphy and script! Using basic markers and some calligraphy techniques, learn a variety of hand lettering techniques to spruce up your notes, planner, or anything else you write! No prior experience required, and materials will be provided. Register now
Find out more »Avocarve: Avocado Seed Carving
Learn to carve avocado seeds into delightful pieces of art! All supplies, including an avocado seed, will be provided. Feel free to bring clean avocado seeds if you have them! Register now
Find out more »Queer Sewing Circle
The Queer Sewing Circle is an open social sewing hour for LGBTQIA+ students interested in any type of sewing or textile art! This workshop is guest-hosted by Charlie Breslin. All levels of experience, all types of work, and all types of folks are welcome! Register now
Find out more »Workshop: Story Maps 101: Visual Storytelling with Maps
This two-hour workshop guides participants through the process of telling stories with maps using the Esri Story Map platform. A discussion about best practices in visual storytelling will precede a step-by-step tutorial on creating your own Esri Story Map. This workshop is co-sponsored by DASH. Register now
Find out more »Programming & Pizza
Join DASH on November 15 for Programming & Pizza – Research Programming Consultations Served with a Slice. Register now Friday, November 15 12:00-1:00 pm Wilson Research Collaboration Studio, (first floor, Wilson Library) Do you have an idea for a web design project but need a little technical guidance? Want to experiment with scripting in R or Python? Curious about Git or GitHub? Want advice about how to create an map using GIS? Perhaps you don’t even know what you don’t…
Find out more »Podcasting 102
Get a quick refresher of the content covered in Podcasting 101 before moving on to more in-depth discussion of audio editing and techniques. No experience necessary. All are welcome. Register now
Find out more »Workshop: Desktop GIS 101: Analyzing Data and Creating Maps Using ArcGIS Desktop
This seven-hour workshop introduces participants to using a geographic information system (GIS) to analyze data and create maps. Through a combination of presentations and hands-on exercises, participants will learn basic GIS concepts and the fundamentals of spatial analysis. If you are brand new to GIS, Mapping 101 is a better workshop to get started. Esri ArcGIS Desktop (ArcMap) - ArcGIS Desktop is the most widely used desktop GIS software at the University. All students, faculty and staff at the University of…
Find out more »Toni Morrison Tribute
Join University professors and Twin Cities writers in celebrating the work of the late Toni Morrison, Nobel Prize-winning novelist and essayist. University Professors Zenzele Isoke (GWSS), Terrion Williamson (AAAS), and Professor Emeritus John S. Wright (AAAS/English) — as well as writers Dr. Taiyon J. Coleman (St. Catherine University) and Chaun Webster — will share their thoughts about the author of The Bluest Eye, Song of Solomon, and Pulitzer Prize-winning Beloved. University students will read excerpts from Morrison's work. Select archival…
Find out more »furious beautiful zines
drop in, learn what a zine is, and make one of your own to share with the world (or just your cat)! this workshop is guest-hosted by jimmy cooper. questions etc. go to furiousbeautiful@gmail.com! all are welcome. Register now
Find out more »Sticker Making with the Cricut Maker and Roland Vinyl Cutter
Learn how to make stickers using a Cricut Maker or Roland Vinyl Cutter! This workshop will introduce you to sticker making using both paper and vinyl. Register now
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