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3D Printing Certification - Medbery Makerspace

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The Medbery Makerspace in Hodges Library offers hands-on access to 3D printers after completing this introductory certification. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of slicing your print for the printer models we have, loading filament, and running a print. https://libguides.utk.edu/hodgesmaker.

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Cricut Certification - Medbery Makerspace

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The Medbery Makerspace in Hodges Library offers hands-on access to a Cricut Maker 3 after completing this introductory certification. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of using the Cricut design software, loading vinyl into the machine, and how to cut a sticker. https://libguides.utk.edu/hodgesmaker.

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Embroidery Certification - Medbery Makerspace

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The Medbery Makerspace in Hodges Library offers hands-on access to 1 programmable embroidery machine after completing this introductory certification. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of threading the machine, planning a design, loading fabric, and using the machine. https://libguides.utk.edu/hodgesmaker. *Participants are required to complete the Sewing Certification before registering for this course.

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Generative AI 101

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Join the Libraries to celebrate Open Access Week! Learn about practical "tools of the trade" that you can use in your publishing journey: generative AI and open access funding options. Our workshops are open to all faculty, staff, and students! Generative AI 101: October 22nd, 2024 from 1pm-2pm Hybrid: Hodges Library Room 129 or Zoom Zoom registration: https://tiny.utk.edu/GenAI101 In-person registration: https://forms.gle/Sn8MSntRyEov45EU9

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Introduction to EndNote

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Hands-on workshop explaining the features of the citation management software, EndNote. Allows automatic formatting of citations and inserting them in a manuscript.

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Latin Architectural Dreamscapes: Interpretation Through Collage (LAD)

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Discover how ideas from Latin American architecture can reshape the spaces where you study, gather, and rest. Join visiting professor Nicolás Valencia from CoAD’s College of Interior Design for a short, accessible talk on color, climate, and community in Latin American projects, then stay for a relaxed, hands-on collage and mood‑board activity in the library where you’ll design a small space for a campus community you care about. No experience is required—just drop in, create, and choose whether to leave your board to be featured in a pop‑up library display; all materials are provided.

S This is a student focused workshop and students are given enrollment priority.
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Learn@Research Lib Forum - Learn Your Personal Research Assistant: Zotero

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Zotero is an open-source reference management tool that significantly streamlines the literature review process. It helps researchers organize, annotate, cite, and share research, making it an asset for conducting and writing literature reviews. Zotero's features allow for efficient collection, organization, and analysis of research materials, ultimately saving time and improving the overall research workflow. It is utilized to save and organize various source types and automatically generate bibliographies in citation styles such as MLA, APA, and Chicago. The software integrates with text editors and is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux, functioning as a web browser extension and a downloadable program.

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Learn@Research Lib Forum - Machine Learning for the Physical Sciences

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See how machine learning is transforming the physical sciences! From predicting patient outcomes to mapping gene traits, come learn about machine learning at the Learn@Research Lib Forum.

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Open Access Funding 101

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Join the Libraries to celebrate Open Access Week! Learn about practical "tools of the trade" that you can use in your publishing journey: generative AI and open access funding options. Our workshops are open to all faculty, staff, and students! Open Access Funding 101: October 24th, 2024 from 12pm-1pm Online: Zoom Zoom registration: https://tiny.utk.edu/OAFunding101

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Publishing with LaTeX

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This workshop will teach beginner level LaTeX skills for preparation of scientific and technical documents. Topics covered will include basic document structure, tables, figures, formulas, packages, and citations. We will also cover the use of templates such as the dissertation template provided by the Graduate School, or publisher-provided templates and packages. Participants must arrive having already registered for an account at overleaf.com before the start of the workshop. Overleaf is a cloud-based implementation of LaTeX which provides free accounts for personal use.

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Research Impact Series: Citation Analysis using Scopus

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Scopus is a multidisciplinary citation database by Elsevier with citations and abstracts from peer-reviewed journal literature, trade journals, books, patent records, and conference publications. With this database, scholars can identify their scholarly impact as well as identify journal rankings using SNIP, SJR, and Elsevier's Journal Analyzer. In this session, we will discuss features of this database for citation analysis such as number of citations, impact factor, and other metrics.

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Research Impact Series: Don’t Be Duped: Hints to Spot Predatory Journals and Conferences

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Have you received soliciting emails inviting you to publish with an unfamiliar journal or to present at an unheard-of conference venue? These might be predatory phishing emails. If you participate, they will not only con you out of your money but will also harm your scholarly profile. It is not a laughing matter! To outsmart these predatory publishers, join this workshop. We will: discuss methods and provide a checklist to help you recognize predatory journals, publishers, or conferences; and provide solutions to avoid them. The session will also discuss why predators succeed and why there is no way to stop them other than raising awareness and changing the paradigm.

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Research Impact Series: Publish or Perish: Identify Your High-Impact Journal to Publish

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"Publish or Perish" is a common expression in the higher education ecosystem, particularly at research-intensive institutions, where tenure, promotion or securing future employment often depend on the quantity and quality of publications in reputable journals. Selecting the right journal strategically to publish your research paper is a crucial step. Selecting the right journal can significantly impact the visibility and reach of your work while navigating the pressures of the "Publish or Perish" culture. Join us to learn about tools that help you make an informed decision and select the right journal to enhance the visibility, impact, and reach of your work.

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Serger Certification - Medbery Makerspace

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The Medbery Makerspace in Hodges Library offers hands-on access to a serger machine after completing this introductory certification. In workshop, you will learn the basics of threading the machine and the basics of using a serger. https://libguides.utk.edu/hodgesmaker.

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Sewing Certification - Medbery Makerspace

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The Medbery Makerspace in Hodges Library offers hands-on access to sewing machines after completing this introductory certification. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of threading the machine, winding bobbin, changing the presser foot, and making a basic stitch. https://libguides.utk.edu/hodgesmaker.

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What's Your Scholarly Impact for Promotion and Tenure? An Introduction to measuring and visualizing the Impact of your research with Bibliometrics.

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Who is following your research and how can you measure it? Find out more about research impact - what it is, how to measure it and how to leverage it. This session will help you: understand what is meant by research impact, become familiar with different types of research impact metrics, know the key databases available for measuring research impact, and understand the general process of visualizing research impact data if you are to generate your own visualization graphs for your dossier. Come along and/or follow up by register your individual session between 10am to 5pm in the “Research Impact Marathon” events on March 28 or Apr 25 (send your email to judyli@utk.edu).

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BOFL Bookbinding Workshop

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Join us in the Medbery Makerspace for a beginner bookbinding workshop on the Coptic Stitch method! Craft your very own journal or sketchbook, just in time for the holidays! All materials will be provided. Please arrive early as the workshop will begin promptly at the scheduled time. Seating is limited to 16.

S This is a student focused workshop and students are given enrollment priority.
BOFL Crochet Workshop

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Have you always wanted to learn to crochet the cute things on TikTok, but you don't know how to start? Or have you tried before, and the problems left you feeling discouraged? We want to help you cross the finish line of starting your crochet journey! The Hodges Library's Medberry Makerspace is hosting a workshop to help you start crocheting! The yarn and crochet hook are provided!

S This is a student focused workshop and students are given enrollment priority.
Create a Digital Project with CollectionBuilder - Open Sandbox Workshop

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Scholars' Collaborative Open Sandbox Workshops: Exploring tools for open science, digital humanities, and beyond. - Create a Digital Project with CollectionBuilder - CollectionBuilder provides all the necessary components to build a digital collection and exhibit website. Participants will learn how to organize materials and metadata, and will create their own online exhibit or digital project. Note: This workshop will be hybrid. Zoom details will be provided for registered participants prior to the workshop. No previous knowledge is required to attend. Participants need to have a Github account before the session.

Heavy Duty Sewing - Medbery Makerspace

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The Medbery Makerspace in Hodges Library offers hands-on access to our heavy duty sewing machine after completing this certification. In this workshop, you will learn the basics of using an industrial heavy duty machine, threading the machine, winding bobbin, and making a basic stitch. https://libguides.utk.edu/hodgesmaker. **All participants are required to have completed the introductory sewing certification before signing up for this class.

Hem Your Clothing - Medbery Makerspace

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Do your pants drag on the ground? Are your shorts or skirts just a little too long—or maybe too short? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn simple techniques to adjust the length of your own clothing. We’ll cover how to measure, mark, and hem garments so they fit just right. Whether you’re brand new to sewing or have some experience, you’ll leave with the skills and confidence to make your clothes work for you. Bring a pair of pants, shorts, or a skirt you’d like to adjust, and we’ll guide you step by step. Requirements: Sewing Certification for the Medbery Makerspace. Bring an article of your own clothing that you would like to hem.

Learn@Research LibForum - Using AI/machine learning in diagnosis of breast cancer

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is a widely integrated technology in our daily lives. Here is one example of our very own in UT by Knoxville’s Tickle College of Engineering researchers (Dr. Xueping Li, Professor and Dan Doulet Faculty Fellow in Industrial and Systems Engineering; and Dr. Bing Yao, Dan Doulet Early Career Assistant Professor, Industrial and Systems Engineering). In this session, the professors will talk about their collaborated on Artificial Intelligence (AI) cancer screening research for the University of Tennessee Medical Center and how AI is being applied to speed up in analyzing pathology reports and other clinical records to determine treatment plans for breast cancer patients. (Note: breast cancer is the second most common cancer in Tennessee and the second most common cancer among women in the United States.)

Literature Review Drop-In Session

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Consult with a librarian about your research needs and develop a strategy for effectively searching databases in your discipline Ask questions about choosing topics and organizing your literature review Learn about copyright and plagiarism If you can't attend in person, send an email to Jeanine Williamson to get a zoom invitation (jwilliamson@utk.edu)

Make a Bucket Hat - Medbery Makerspace

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Come learn to use a simple pattern to make a bucket hat to keep the sun at bay! *Sewing Certification Required

Making your Website with Jekyll & GitHub - Open Sandbox Workshop Series

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Are you thinking of starting a blog, digital project, or portfolio? Or, do you already have a site but are curious about more customizable, free, and open source alternatives? In this workshop you will learn how to start building, styling, and hosting your website for free with Jekyll, a popular website generator, and GitHub Pages, a free hosting service. Note: Participants need to create a GitHub account before the session.

Medbery Makerspace - Earth Day Bookmarks Crochet Workshop

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Crochet for Earth Day! In collaboration with the Seed Library, join us in the Medbery Makerspace for this special crochet workshop to craft adorable, green sprout bookmarks. The level for this workshop is advanced-beginner, so some prior crochet experience is recommended, but all are welcome. Seats are limited, so register now!

Mini Quilted Coasters - Medbery Makerspace

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This workshop is a great introduction to the fundamentals of quilting. You’ll learn the key components that make up a quilt, practice different methods for joining layers together, and explore techniques for finishing edges neatly. As you work, you’ll apply these skills to create a mini quilted coaster, giving you hands-on experience with each step of the process. By the end of the session, you’ll have a solid foundation in quilting techniques that can be built upon for larger projects. Requirements: Sewing Certification - Those without a sewing certification will need to register with the Medbery Makerspace for a sewing certification before the date of this workshop.

Open Sandbox Workshop Series - Getting Started with Tropy

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Join us to learn about Tropy, a powerful, free tool that helps researchers organize and describe their digital photographs, with applications across the arts, humanities, and sciences. This interactive workshop is designed for all skill levels and will provide a hands-on opportunity to work directly with the software's core features. You will leave with the practical skills needed to streamline your workflow and immediately apply Tropy to your own research projects.

Open Sandbox Workshop Series: Getting started with Zotero

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This beginner-friendly Zotero workshop will teach you to effortlessly collect, organize, and cite sources like a pro—no prior experience needed. Transform your research workflow from messy to masterful in just one session.

Pendergrass Library Tour & Introduction/Refresher

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Our library services are available to all – staff, faculty, and students – in UTIA. We invite you to come meet your librarians, tour the Pendergrass Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine Library, and learn about the many services and resources we offer. New employees can discover what’s available to them from UT Libraries, while returning employees can catch up on changes and enhancements since their last visit.

Self-Care September Herbal Tea Workshop

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As part of Self-Care September, join us in the Medbery Makerspace for our herbal tea workshop presented by the Seed Library! In this workshop, you will smell, taste, and learn about various tea herbs (many of which the librarians grew right here on campus in partnership with the Grow Lab!) as well as craft your own herbal tea blend to take home. We will of course have hot tea to sample, as well! All materials will be provided.

Sew A Bag Without A Pattern - Medbery Makerspace

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Join us for a hands-on sewing workshop where you’ll learn how to design and sew your own custom bag—no pattern required! You’ll discover simple techniques for measuring, cutting, and assembling fabric to create a one-of-a-kind tote or shoulder bag that’s uniquely yours. Perfect for beginners or anyone who loves to create freely without the constraints of a pattern. Makerspace sewing certification required

Syllabus Support Day

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Pendergrass Library welcomes instructors in the Herbert College of Agriculture and the College of Veterinary Medicine to attend our 3rd annual Syllabus Support Day event. During this online event, there will be guest presentations from a variety of departments on campus that are available to support teaching and student learning. Examples include instructional support from Pendergrass Library, the Judith Anderson Herbert Writing Center, OIT, Student Disability Services, and Academic Success Center.

SThis is an instructor focused workshop and only faculty/staff or GTAs may enroll.
The Open Sandbox: Exploring tools for open science, digital humanities, and beyond.

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The Open Sandbox is an exploration of open source digital research tools. We welcome scholars at all levels to join our online workshops and be part of the conversation. Attendees will get hands-on experience while learning how the facilitator uses the tool in their work. The Open Sandbox is organized by the Scholars’ Collaborative in Hodges Library and is open to all. Contact the Scholars' Collaborative (scholarsco@utk.edu) to suggest a tool to explore.

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Working with Data in Open Refine - Open Sandbox Workshop

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Scholars' Collaborative Open Sandbox Workshops: Exploring tools for open science, digital humanities, and beyond. - Working with Data in OpenRefine - Does a current project you are working on involve messy data? Regardless of your discipline, the answer is likely “yes.” This workshop will demonstrate how OpenRefine (https://openrefine.org/), an open source application, can be used to analyze, clean, enhance, and transform this messy data. You can bring your own data or work with one of the supplied data sets to get hands-on experience wrangling data in OpenRefine. What are some different kinds of data? What are messy data and why are they important? Hands-on exercise working with OpenRefine. Note: No previous knowledge is required to attend. Participants need to install OpenRefine before the session.