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The Alkek Library and The Wittliff Collections host a variety of events and workshops throughout the year. Events range from fun activities, like game nights, to information literacy workshops and author readings.
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Upcoming Events & Workshops
- Location:
- Alkek One MakerSpace; MakerSpace
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Hithia Davis, hd13@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- University Libraries
Always wanted to sew, but don't know how to get started? Why not join us for a Making with Fabric workshop? We will introduce you to some sewing basics and show you the first steps in using a sewing machine.
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- Location:
- Online; Zoom
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Tricia Boucher, squirrel@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- University Libraries
What's a systematic review? Why would I do one in engineering or the social sciences? How long does one take? Why do I need a team? Get these and other systematic review questions answered in this short introduction.
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- Location:
- Alkek 105; ALK 105
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Harley Miller, harley@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- University Libraries
A beginner friendly workshop creating a robotic arm using Blender 3D.
NOTE: Workshop is 2 hours for 4 days over 2 weeks. You must attend all sessions to earn your micro-credential
This NASA Badged workshop is introductory-level 3D modeling, unwrapping, rigging, and animation using Blender. NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio works closely with scientists to create visualizations, animations, and images that promote a greater understanding of Earth and Space Science research activities: svs.gsfc.nasa.gov.
This series meets 4 times:
Monday, February 17, 2025, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Monday, February 24, 2025, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Wednesday, February 26, 2025, 2:00PM - 4:00PM Click here for more information
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NOTE: Workshop is 2 hours for 4 days over 2 weeks. You must attend all sessions to earn your micro-credential
This NASA Badged workshop is introductory-level 3D modeling, unwrapping, rigging, and animation using Blender. NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio works closely with scientists to create visualizations, animations, and images that promote a greater understanding of Earth and Space Science research activities: svs.gsfc.nasa.gov.
This series meets 4 times:
Monday, February 17, 2025, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Monday, February 24, 2025, 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Wednesday, February 26, 2025, 2:00PM - 4:00PM Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek Library; 404, Veteran Academic Success Center (VASC)
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- University Writing Center
512-245-3018
writingctr@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- University Writing Center and Veterans Academic Success Center
Join the University Writing Center (UWC) and the Veteran Academic Success Center (VASC) every Wednesday from 12–5 PM for walk-in writing support with the UWC's military-connected consultant. Get help with brainstorming, revisions, citations, and more—no appointment needed!
Find your battle rhythm with the Writing Center and VASC!
Wednesdays | 1200-1700
Alkek 404
If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact 512-245-3018 or writingctr@txstate.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event. Click here for more information
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Find your battle rhythm with the Writing Center and VASC!
Wednesdays | 1200-1700
Alkek 404
If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact 512-245-3018 or writingctr@txstate.edu at least 72 hours in advance of the event. Click here for more information
- Location:
- Conference Room 441/442
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Ashlynne Gooch, a_g642@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- University Libraries
Don't put off that work any longer, join us for our long night event where we tackle those projects and papers and prep for final exams. We'll have coffee, donuts, and snacks while supplies last. Librarians, staff from the Writing Center, SLAC and other study support will be available to assist students.
- Location:
- Alkek 105; Alk105
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Tara Smith, ts20@txstate.edu
Noah Brock, nzb3@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- University Libraries
If you are thinking of redesigning your living room or another room in your house or other building, this workshop is for you. You will learn how to design to scale with paper and then in the software AutoCAD. This workshop is for anyone who wants to learn more about basic space planning skills. No experience with AutoCAD is required to attend this workshop.
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- Location:
- Online; Zoom
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Sam Marsh, tqz16@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- University Libraries
Faculty participants will explore library databases related to the STEM & Business disciplines through interactive activities. We will by no means be able to cover all resources available to STEM & Business students in depth, but participants will come away with a strong overall concept of what’s available to students and learn research tips for databases they might not have used before. Do you know what MathSciNet is? Come find out!
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