Are you interested in using command-line file systems, but maybe also a little intimidated? This basic introduction to the Unix shell will help demystify the command line! We’ll cover: basic file system structure and navigation; creating new directories; moving and renaming files; and basic use of a text editor. This is a hands-on workshop, so plan to bring a laptop with you; we’ll also ask … Continue reading Introduction to the Unix Shell »

Create a simple accordion book—complete with tile covers! In this quick, beginner-friendly workshop (sponsored by the Book Arts Studio), you’ll make a small artist book using a simple accordion-fold structure. All materials are provided. Choose a pre-designed, ready-to-go book or a blank version to fill with your own drawings, writing, collage—anything you like. Plan for about an hour. Please sign up for only one of … Continue reading Tile Mini Accordion Book »

You are an expert in your field, but you may not be an expert in Rackham’s rules around properly formatting your dissertation or thesis. In this online workshop, the experts from the Library will introduce you to lesser-known features of Microsoft Word that will help you ensure consistent formatting through the document, as well as manage margin size, insert captions, and create an automatic Table … Continue reading Take Command of Your Dissertation with Microsoft Word »

Create a simple accordion book—complete with tile covers! In this quick, beginner-friendly workshop (sponsored by the Book Arts Studio), you’ll make a small artist book using a simple accordion-fold structure. All materials are provided. Choose a pre-designed, ready-to-go book or a blank version to fill with your own drawings, writing, collage—anything you like. Plan for about an hour. Please sign up for only one of … Continue reading Tile Mini Accordion Book »

In late February, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced that the elements of a Data Management and Sharing (DMS) Plan are changing. The new format requires less information overall, and researchers will be required to use the NIH’s new DMS Plan Format Page. The changes are going into effect for any NIH grant application with a due date on or after May 25, 2026. … Continue reading Updated NIH Data Management and Sharing Plan Format »