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Yoga at Wilson Library Study Break

Wilson Library 309 19th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Need a relaxing study break? In collaboration with RecWell, Wilson Library on west bank is hosting yoga on Friday’s from 12-12:30 on the first floor. This class is great for beginners and those seeking the mental benefits of yoga. All fitness levels are welcome.

The event is free and open to all. You do NOT need to have a RecWell membership or be part of RecWell’s Fit pass program. Bring a yoga mat, if possible, or there will be some available to use. All are welcome including students, staff and faculty.

Free
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First Fridays December 2025

Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120 222 21st Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN, United States

Join us for the 2025-2026 season of First Fridays as we explore the things you can see, hear, touch, taste or smell in Archives and Special Collections. This December program in the First Fridays season features presentations from the University of Minnesota Archives and the Social Welfare History Archives.

Free

Toaster Makerspace Workshop: Pom Pom Garlands and Ornaments

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

Learn how to use the pom-pom makers to create fun, festive decorations for the holidays! We'll provide everything you need to make dorm-ready decorations like garlands, ornaments, and whatever else you can dream of!

Free
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UMN Book Club Discussion: I Who Have Never Known Men

Wilson Research Collaboration Studio 309 19th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Join the UMN Book Club for a book discussion December 6th from 1 to 3PM. We will be discussing I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman. All are welcome, even if you haven't read the book!

Free

VR for Stress Reduction [Drop-In Hour]

HSL VR Studio (5-132 Health Sciences Education Center) 526 Delaware St SE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Every student experiences stress, and it’s important to find your strategies for taking care of yourself. In this workshop, we will use an app called Hoame to experience a guided meditation exercise. You will also learn how you can borrow a VR headset if you decide to make this part of your strategy. These VR for Stress Reduction workshops are not intended to be professional therapy or medical advice. To locate these services for students, staff and faculty, see z.umn.edu/personalwellbeing.

Free

Intro to Laser and Vinyl Cutting

HSL Makerspace (5-101 Health Sciences Education Center) 526 Delaware St SE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Learn how to operate a laser cutter and 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!

Free

PAWS (Pet Away Worry and Stress) at Wilson Library

Wilson Library 309 19th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

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!

Free

Games at the Toaster: A Toaster VR Event

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

Calling all game gurus and thrill-seekers! Ready to swap textbooks for joysticks? Summon your inner ninja with Fruit Ninja or channel your inner rockstar with Beat Saber. Take a break from the slog of studying and reset your brain with games!

Free
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Happy 250th Birthday, Jane Austen! A Pop-Up Exhibit

Elmer L. Andersen Library 222 21st Ave S, Minneapolis, United States

Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday with Archives and Special Collections! Join us in Elmer L. Andersen Library (plaza level) on Dec. 16 from 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. for a pop-up exhibit. 

Free

End of semester Archives and Exhibits Tour in Andersen Library

Elmer L. Andersen Library, Atrium Gallery 221 21st Avenue South, Minneapolis, United States

Celebrate the end of the semester on Thursday, Dec 18 from 3:15-4:30 p.m. and learn about the unique archival collections in Andersen Library on the west bank. The University of Minnesota has rich collections of archives in collections including the history of the University to children’s literature to African American literature to immigration history and more – even Sherlock Holmes!

Take this opportunity to get an introduction to these collections, Andersen Library and more. We will start in Andersen Library atrium for an overview then explore our current exhibits on your own.

Bullet Journaling for the New Year: A Toaster Makerspace Workshop

Walter Library 117 Pleasant St SE, Minneapolis, United States

Grab your notebook, pen, and aspirations for 2026! Learn how to set up bullet journal layouts and practice making your own. Join us on Wednesday, January 7 from 12 - 1:00 p.m. in the Toaster in the basement level of Walter Library. You can make bullet journaling work for New Year goals, semester planning, or yearly lists -- birthdays, holidays, reading, movies -- the sky is the limit.

Free, no experience necessary. We'll provide dot grid paper or you can bring your own journal! Register in advance.

Free

ONLINE: Library Resources & Services for Grad Students: Building Blocks for Success

Virtual Event

Join us on Wednesday, January 24 for an online workshop which will provide an overview of the cornucopia of library resources and services available to UMN graduate students. You’ll learn how to effectively find scholarly materials and how  librarians and other library staff can assist you to succeed at UMN.

Open to everyone but strongly recommended for first-year graduate students! Open to all disciplines including those in the sciences, social sciences and humanities.

Free

January Research/Write-In at Wilson Library

Wilson Library 309 19th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Join us at Wilson Library for a January Research/Write-In before the semester starts. Join with fellow graduate students and Gophers for a relaxed yet productive work time. Help start the semester right! 

Bring your research, projects, and writing and get stuff done. We will start with a short goal setting activity with structured work time and mini-study breaks. Librarians will be available for short consultations on finding sources, research workflows, getting published, data management and more. 

We will work in the first floor Collaboration Studio on Wednesday, January 14 from 2-4 p.m. We will have low study breaks with snacks and hot beverages including hot chocolate and tea!

Free
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Research, Reading, and Writing in an Era of AI

Walter Library 117 Pleasant St SE, Minneapolis, United States

In mid-January, the hottest place to be is the Walter Library! The Writing Across the Curriculum Program and University Libraries warmly invite UMN faculty members, graduate instructors, and teaching assistants to join us for a productive and collaborative day focused on teaching and supporting students with researching, reading, and writing.

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First Fridays February 2026

Elmer L. Andersen Library, Room 120 222 21st Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN, United States

Join us for the 2025-2026 season of First Fridays as we explore the things you can see, hear, touch, taste or smell in Archives and Special Collections. The February program features presentations by Aiden Bettine, Curator, Tretter Collection in GLBT Studies, Marguerite Ragnow, Curator, James Ford Bell Library and Special Collections and Rare Books, and Anne Good, Assistant Curator, James Ford Bell Library.

Free
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