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Toaster workshop: Intro to Media Assignment Development (faculty and instructors)

The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Intro to Media Assignment Development: In this session, instructors and technologists will explore and discuss possibilities for integrating a student-created media assignment into their curriculum. This hour-long active learning session will include an overview of real-world student-media assignment examples supported by Media Services and related campus media support services. Participants are invited to bring their student-created media project ideas! Session time will be one hour.

Free

Toaster workshop: Podcasting 101

The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

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 U of M 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. Podcasting 101 will be a hybrid workshop. 

Free

Toaster workshop: Video creation

The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

In this session, participants will learn about the fundamentals of the video production process, from planning to distribution. Topics covered will include storytelling, image and audio selection, media reuse, interviews, attribution, sharing your project, and campus support resources. Session time will be 30 minutes.

Free
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Breakerspace Workshop: Friendship bracelets

The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Join Toaster Ambassador Lauren to get nostalgic and make your own cool friendship bracelets. Space is limited, so reserve your seat today!

Free
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Toaster workshop: Bring Your Own Media Project

The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

In this session, participants are encouraged to bring their media creation ideas. The media specialist will provide guidance on potential appropriate equipment and software considerations that fit the project needs. Demonstration and open discussion will be included. Session time will be 30 minutes.

Free

BizPitch — Entre Club @ the Toaster

Walter Library 117 Pleasant St SE, Minneapolis, United States

Watch students from across the University make their 90-second pitch and compete for a chance to win $1,000. Students will share their business ideas to a panel of entrepreneurs and investors and get live feedback in addition to potential cash prizes. Participants have gone on to launch their BizPitch ideas.

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Breakerspace Workshop: 3D Printing for Beginners

The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Get started 3D printing! No experience needed. We'll learn how to download the software that goes with the 3D printers, and download a model from Thingiverse to turn into an amazing 3D print. Join the Toaster Ambassador Lauren and Riely for this Beginners Workshop.

Free
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Media Services workshop: Garageband in Action

The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Ever wondered how Kendrick Lamar’s DAMN album was made? Come to this workshop to find out! We’ll get you started in music production.  What do  Steve Lacy (Ego Death) and Grimes have in common? Both used garageband on their phones! No experience required.

Free
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Breakerspace Workshop: Create a Plush Tiny Dinosaur

The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Join Toaster Ambassador Ava to create Tiny Dinos! This workshop will have you cutting patterns, sewing, and stuffing to create one of these adorable tiny dinos.

Free

Prepare to Promote Your Group

Toaster Breakerspace (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Collaboration event with the Student Group Resource Center, Student Group Services Team and The Toaster. This event will provide a space for student groups to create promotional materials, learn about the resources available to student groups through The Toaster and Student Group Resource Center. Advisors will be available to assist with general student group operational questions.

Free

Prepare to Promote Your Group

Toaster Breakerspace (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Collaboration event with the Student Group Resource Center, Student Group Services Team and The Toaster. This event will provide a space for student groups to create promotional materials, learn about the resources available to student groups through The Toaster and Student Group Resource Center. Advisors will be available to assist with general student group operational questions.

Free
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Toaster workshop: Podcasting 101

The Toaster (Walter Library Basement) 117 Pleasant St. S.E. (Lower Level), Minneapolis, MN, United States

Unleash your creativity with our audio recording and podcasting workshop! Discover the vast array of audio equipment available, some even available for free checkout at the U of M Libraries. Master the art of planning, preparing, and editing your recordings. Our dedicated staff will be ready to guide you, conduct insightful demos, and equip you with the tools you need for your audio journey. Don't miss this chance to embark on an exciting adventure in the world of audio! This workshop is offered as in-person and virtually.

Free
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