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Upcoming workshops with the Engineering Library 

Learn a new skill, enhance your research, or get creative with your friends with these new workshops from the Engineering Library! 

Maker Breaks 

Take a break and get creative with seasonal crafts each month. No registration is required for these workshops—just drop by! 

All Maker Breaks take place from 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. in the Engineering Student Commons. 

Thursday, Sept. 19: Origami ahoy! Celebrating Talk Like a Pirate Day 

Thursday, Oct. 24: Hawkeye nightlight 

Wednesday, Nov. 19: DIY handwarmers 

Tuesday, Dec. 10: Cookies and coasters 

Soldering 

Soldering is one of the most fundamental skills needed to explore the world of electronics. With this simple skill, you will gain a better understanding of electronics and be better equipped to create your own. Taught by Kara Beauchamp, Instructional Services Lab Manager. 

Soldering workshops are sponsored by the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) and the Lichtenberger Engineering Library. 

 

Wednesday, Sept.18: Through-hole soldering 

Wednesday, Sept. 25: LED pendants 

Lunch and Learn 

Enrich your research skills and enjoy a free lunch with our new Lunch and Learn series! These workshops are designed for graduate students and faculty, but they are also open to undergraduates. 

Lunch and Learns include free pizza and are held from noon to 1 p.m. in person  in the Engineering Library Creative Space (2001C SC) and online. 

Wednesday, Sept. 11: Find the good stuff fast: Intro to the Engineering Library 

Wednesday, Oct. 2: Introduction to Endnote Desktop 

Tuesday, Oct. 22: From journals to open access: A guide to scholarly publishing 

Wednesday, Nov. 13: Navigating comprehensive literature reviews