Presentation Series open to the entire UMA Community!
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Join UMA Libraries for a series of workshops this Fall. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Same day registration is fine!
| Date | Time | Modality | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed., 9/17 | 12 pm | Zoom | Study with Intention: Planning and Focus Strategies That Work | This workshop will guide you through creating a personalized study plan and introduce techniques and tools to help you stay on track, reduce distractions, and make the most of your study time. Register. |
| Wed., 9/24 | 12 pm | Zoom | Google Tools Workshop | In this Google Tools Workshop, we will explore the essentials of Google Calendar, Gmail, and Google Drive to boost productivity and streamline your workflow. You’ll learn how to effectively manage your calendar, use Gmail, and utilize Drive to organize your work. Register. |
| Wed., 10/1 | 6:30 pm | Zoom | Research 101 | Whether you're a student, professional, or simply curious, this session is your guide to mastering the art of effective research. Learn proven techniques for sourcing reliable information, navigating databases, and critically evaluating sources. Equip yourself with the skills that fuel success in academia, work, and beyond. Register. |
| Wed., 10/15 | 12 pm | Zoom | Seeing Isn’t Believing: How Deepfakes Are Shaking Our World | Explore the rise of deepfakes—AI-generated videos and images that blur the line between real and fake. This session will examine how deepfakes are created, where they’re showing up in media and society, and the serious implications they have for trust, privacy, and information integrity. Learn how to spot deepfakes and why digital literacy matters more than ever. Register. |
| Wed., 10/29 | 12 pm | Zoom | Navigating Brightspace for Students | You’ll learn how to effectively use the Brightspace platform to access course materials, submit assignments, and communicate with instructors. We'll cover key features like grades, discussions, and the calendar to help you stay organized and engaged throughout the semester. Register. |
| Wed., 11/5 | 12 pm | Zoom | From Family Trees to Footnotes: Ancestry.com in Academic Research |
While often seen as a recreational tool, Ancestry.com offers rich primary source material and research capabilities valuable to scholars in multiple disciplines. Learn how to navigate this new UMA resource and explore the ways Ancestry.com can enhance your academic research. Register. |
| Wed., 11/19 | 6:30 pm | Zoom | Project Management to Avoid “Going Nuts” | Having a hard time trying to squeeze in your kid’s doctor’s appointment, be available for the plumber, and study for your exam all around the same time? Learn how to use Google Workspace as a project management system to organize and plan out your weekly and monthly plans so you do not lose your mind. Register. |