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Women’s Work: Shaping Healthcare in the Rural Midwest
"Women's Work: Shaping Healthcare in the Rural Midwest," a new exhibit at the Wangensteen Historical...
"Women's Work: Shaping Healthcare in the Rural Midwest," a new exhibit at the Wangensteen Historical...
This session will show you how to make the right choice for your research. We will discuss how to identify potential journals and what factors to consider before you submit. We will also describe the peer review process and how journal quality is assessed.
This session is part of our Nuts & Bolts of Academic Publishing series. These are aimed at students who are at any stage of their graduate program or new faculty or instructors and are looking for more information on all stages of the publishing process. The focus will be on publishing in scholarly journals and is open to all disciplines.
Join us at Wilson Library (west bank) for PAWS (Pet Away Worry and Stress) from UMN Boynton Health. Drop in at any time to meet registered therapy animal teams—including dogs, bunnies, cats, chickens, and other therapy animals. Sessions are FREE and open to the University of Minnesota community. All are welcome!
Plagiarism and academic dishonesty can lead to severe consequences. This online workshop will help you understand what plagiarism is and some of the most common mistakes that students make.
Get an introduction to how generative AI tools work, the pros and cons of using and tips for potentially incorporating them into your research and writing practice.
Come to Walter Library anytime from 1:30-4 for a relaxed yet productive study time at the Friday Finish.
Join the UMN Book Club for a book discussion January 31 from 1 to 3PM. We will be discussing The Will of the Many by James Islington. All are welcome, even if you haven't read the book!
Dive into the fascinating world of Virtual Reality! Take a journey through its intriguing history before jumping into our rapid-fire VR app circuit. Perhaps you’ll find your new favorite immersive experience in Open Brush, which lets your creative freedom run wild; Job Simulator, a hilarious take on work life; or one of our many other specially-curated VR experiences. There’s a whole universe of excitement waiting for you in virtual reality, so come explore it with us!
Ever thought about creating a podcast, a video, or a website? Did you know that the Libraries have everything you need to create an amazing media project? From cameras to podcast microphones, recording spaces to computers, and media staff support, come get some tips and learn how we can help you with your next project!
Give your favorite kicks the personality they deserve by handweaving your own shoelaces, or create a new lanyard for your keys! Join us to learn about how to use your very own backstrap loom to make cords and straps and start weaving. You’ll leave with everything you need to finish your project! Makers of all experience levels and abilities are welcome.
Need a relaxing study break? In collaboration with RecWell, Wilson Library on west bank is hosting mat pilates on Thursday’s from 1:45-2:15 on the first floor of Wilson Library. This class is great for beginners and those seeking the mental benefits of exercise. All fitness levels are welcome.
Meet with fellow learners on Zoom and learn how to use Zotero to create your own database of citations, PDFs, images, webpages, video and audio files and more. Zotero can then be used to create citations in a large number of citation styles (APA, MLA, CSE, endnotes, footnotes, etc.) which can be added to Google Docs, Microsoft Word and Libre Office. Zotero is a free, easy-to-use tool to help you collect, organize, annotate, cite, and share research. The workshop is open to all disciplines.
The February First Fridays event has been postponed until Friday, June 5, 2026. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
This workshop will cover: screening and reading articles efficiently, using organizational tools (research logs and tables, tags, annotated bibliographies) to summarize and surface connections between sources, and practicing a formula for writing your lit review.
Learn how to operate a 3D printer and make your ideas a reality! During this workshop you can expect to learn about the applications and limitations of 3D printing, how to safely and effectively operate a machine, and how to start your very own 3D print! Feel free to stay after to start a project of your own!
Learn about using the citation management software, EndNote, to import citations, customize your account, and format your bibliographies and in-text citations. EndNote is a powerful tool that can help you save time, stay organized, and collaborate effectively as you write and publish research papers.
We will 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. The workshop is open to all disciplines.
Want to know more about getting started with undergraduate or faculty-sponsored research? Are you thinking of applying for a Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP)? Not sure where to start? Have questions on next steps? Join us to learn more. We will host a panel with undergraduate student researchers who will share their experiences of doing research in the sciences, social sciences and humanities.
Got 15 minutes to spare? Come learn how you can use Primal VR at home with a borrowed headset to study anatomy in 3D virtual reality. Attendees can come and go at any point during the hour.
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 Sabrina for this Beginners Workshop.
Need a relaxing study break? In collaboration with RecWell, Wilson Library on west bank is hosting mat pilates on Thursday’s from 1:45-2:15 on the first floor of Wilson Library. This class is great for beginners and those seeking the mental benefits of exercise. All fitness levels are welcome.
Join us for a conversation followed by an audience Q&A with Sequoia Nagamatsu, author of How High We Go in the Dark. The conversation will focus on themes associated with worldbuilding from both writerly craft and societal perspectives as it pertains to identity, the environment, and generational memory.
In this first 90-minute session, we’ll move beyond the hype to tackle the "heavy" side of generative AI media. We’ll dive into the high environmental costs of AI media with a presentation by Shane Stennes (UMN Office of Sustainability), and we'll offer a brief introduction of additional critical ethical topics that will be discussed throughout the remaining sessions.
Finish the week strong! Come to Walter Library from 1:30-4pm for relaxed AND productive study time with snacks, study breaks, and prizes!
Travel anywhere in the world or even visit your house! Google Earth VR combines all of the image data in Google Earth with the immersiveness of a virtual reality experience, so it can feel like you are standing where you grew up, studied abroad, or would like to go someday. Join us for a virtual world tour!
Drop in anytime during the hour to learn about Gravity Sketch VR, a 3D modeling program where you sketch in virtual and mixed reality. These sketches can be exported to CAD software, Unity 3D projects or 3D printed. This workshop is for anyone interested in design or virtual reality.
In this workshop, we’ll demonstrate the basics of finishing a 3D print, including sanding, filling gaps, priming, painting, and basic weathering and texturing techniques. Participants will practice sanding with guided instruction to ensure a smooth finish—you are welcome to bring your own prints for sanding, or you may use a provided practice print.
Meet with fellow learners on Zoom and learn how to use Zotero to create your own database of citations, PDFs, images, webpages, video and audio files and more. Zotero can then be used to create citations in a large number of citation styles (APA, MLA, CSE, endnotes, footnotes, etc.) which can be added to Google Docs, Microsoft Word and Libre Office. Zotero is a free, easy-to-use tool to help you collect, organize, annotate, cite, and share research. The workshop is open to all disciplines.
Learn how to operate a vinyl cutter! During this workshop you can expect to learn about the different use cases of digital cutting machines, how to safely and effectively use them, and how to make your own custom designs! Feel free to stay after to do a project of your own!
Need a relaxing study break? In collaboration with RecWell, Wilson Library on west bank is hosting mat pilates on Thursday’s from 1:45-2:15 on the first floor of Wilson Library. This class is great for beginners and those seeking the mental benefits of exercise. All fitness levels are welcome.
Ever wanted to play tabletop roleplaying games, but weren't sure how or where to start? No problem - we'll give you a crash course in everything you need to know to play your first game! From rules to character creation to tips to enhance the fun, we'll help you go from noob to D&D pro.
Public speaking, practicing job interviews, and more: you can do this in virtual reality with Bodyswaps! Come and learn about this innovative tool for interpersonal skills training, available to UMN students, staff and faculty at the Virtual Reality Studio.
Join the UMN Book Club for a bookish crafting on February 21 from 1 to 3PM. We will be making fabric book sleeves, TBR dispensers, or you can bring a craft of your own. All are welcome!
Learn how to operate a laser cutter! During this workshop you can expect to learn about the different use cases of digital cutting machines, how to safely and effectively use them, and how to make your own custom designs! Feel free to stay after to do a project of your own!
Davu Seru, Curator of the Givens Collection, extends a special invitation to share your perspectives and insights as we develop a NEW African American Literature Curriculum Guide. Teachers will receive two clock hours toward MN relicensure (meets cultural competence requirement). Spots are limited to the first 50 registrants.
With no prior knowledge required, in this workshop you will learn basic techniques in Unity for creating your own VR environments. We will work from templates and design a simple interaction, and you will learn how to connect a VR headset to Unity to preview your environment.
Get ready to dive into the world of Cricut with the Toaster Team! Discover the wonders of this incredible crafting machine that has the power to transform simple ideas into intricate designs. Whether it's crafting cute stickers or executing an elaborate project, Cricut has got you covered! Never used a Cricut before? No worries! This is the ideal jumping-off point for you. Our engaging workshop will guide you through the basics of maneuvering the Cricut Design Space and gradually elevate you to mastering advanced techniques such as uploading and editing your own images. Let's embark on this exciting crafting journey together!
Registration is encouraged. You are encouraged to bring your laptop so you can get started in the Cricut Design Space.
Join us at Wilson Library (west bank) for PAWS (Pet Away Worry and Stress) from UMN Boynton Health. Drop in at any time to meet registered therapy animal teams—including dogs, bunnies, cats, chickens, and other therapy animals. Sessions are FREE and open to the University of Minnesota community. All are welcome!
Imagine: You submitted your paper to the journal of your choice. You know you did high quality research and felt good about your paper. Then you get peer review comments that make you question whether you should even be in your field at all. It's okay!
This workshop will teach you how to respond to peer reviewer comments and make your paper even stronger before you resubmit it. We will also cover how you can be a good peer reviewer of other researchers' work.
Join the Save Our Signs (SOS) team—a constellation of librarians, public historians and data experts based out of the University of Minnesota Libraries—for a presentation and discussion event on Thursday, February 26 from 1 - 3 pm in the Liberal Arts Engagement Hub, room 310 in Pillsbury Hall OR online via zoom.
Join poet/dancer/choreographer Mary Moore Easter and dancer/choreographer Leslie Parker as they reflect on their experiences and perspectives on Minnesota's Black dance community.
Join the UMN Book Club for a book discussion February 28 from 1 to 3PM. We will be discussing Quicksilver by Callie Hart. All are welcome, even if you haven't read the book!
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