Upcoming Events and Workshops

At this workshop, Arlene Salazar, librarian for the College of Education, will cover search tips that can help when searching library databases. No matter what discipline you’re in, these search tips will help you conduct more effective searches. The workshop will also cover related library services and resources, as well as citation management tools & software that you can consider incorporating into your research to help keep you organized.

Presented by: Arlene Salazar, Collections Librarian, University Libraries

Your design process must start somewhere: right here. Students will learn basic design principles and use them to fabricate a 3-Dimensional object. This process will step through the complete prototyping process from sketches, maquettes, translation into design software, and fabrication of a finished object in the Alkek MakerSpace. Students will have the opportunity to fabricate their product using a laser cutter, waterjet, or 3D printer.

The class will meet twice a week for two weeks. YOU MUST ATTEND ALL 4 SESSIONS.

3/23/26 10:00AM-11:30AM
3/25/26 10:00AM-11:30AM
3/30/26 10:00AM-11:30AM
4/1/26 10:00AM-11:30AM

Join us to learn about writing literature reviews, an essential part of research writing in any discipline. The workshop will introduce the purpose of a literature review; techniques for efficient and effective reading; strategies for synthesizing sources to avoid encyclopedic writing; and options for organization and structure. You'll leave prepared to write a literature review that justifies your research question and creates space for your contribution to the scholarly conversation. Please note: This workshop will focus primarily on understanding the literature review as a genre and using writing as a tool for thinking throughout the research process, rather than on critical library research skills (e.g., locating databases, using Boolean operators).

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact the University Writing Center at least 72 hours in advance at 512-245-3018 or writingctr@txstate.edu.

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 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.

Game night! Come play games in the library, enjoy some snacks, and meet new people. 

Game Night will be on Thursday, March 26th from 5pm to 9pm. Snacks will be provided while they last.

Donut Sit on These Resources!

Join us in Alkek Library to connect with student support services available to help you succeed.

Meet consultants and staff from:

• University Writing Center
• Peer Research Coaches

Stop by for coffee, donuts, and conversation while learning about the resources available to support your writing, research, and coursework.

If you require accommodations due to a disability in order to participate, please contact 512-245-3018 at least 72 hours in advance of the event.

This workshop introduces attendees to spatial statistics, an important subfield of GIS, and exposes them to a variety of methods commonly used both in research and in professional practice. Users will learn crucial methods for analyzing spatial relationships and patterns that will allow them to discover meaningful insights from their spatial data.  NOTE:  this workshop is intended for users already familiar with basic GIS use and ArcGIS. First-time users should also attend our Intro to GIS workshop.

Please read below:
This is a hybrid format workshop, offered both in person in the DataSpace Lab (ALK 452) and online through Zoom.
For all those interested in attending in person: there is no RSVP or reservation system for seats in the lab. We will be operating on a first-come, first-serve basis until seats fill up, so consider arriving a little bit early to ensure you get a seat.

*** If you are planning on attending remotely, PLEASE DOWNLOAD ArcGIS Pro on your own machine BEFORE the workshop by following this ITAC guide. Note that ArcGIS is not available for MacOS; if you do not have access to a personal Windows machine, please consider attending in person and using one of our workstations in the lab. ***

Faculty Workshops: Generative AI is quickly becoming part of the research process. Come explore concepts, tools, and opportunities to teach students how to think critically about information discovery and creation.  

This event brings together sustainability-  related organizations both on and off campus to connect with students, share initiatives, and inspire involvement in our community’s sustainability efforts. Come stop by any time between 1pm - 4pm to engage with sustainable student orgs and community organizations and learn how you can make a sustainable impact!

Enjoy a relaxing Wine & Cheese Social in The Wittliff Collections galleries on the 7th floor of the Alkek Library as a part of Graduate Student Appreciation Week. This informal event includes a brief program at 5:15 pm, which will feature remarks from Dean Andrea Golato and highlight select library resources. Mingle with fellow graduate students and library staff, enjoy some food and drinks, and get tickets for raffle drawings. Registration is limited and required for this event. You must be over 21 and have proof of age in order to drink wine.

Presented by University Libraries and The Wittliff.

This workshop introduces you to IBM SPSS Statistics, a program that can assist users with analyzing, organizing, and visualizing data. Attendees will learn how to prepare data for visualization, run a basic frequency/descriptive analysis, and create visual representations of their analysis. This workshop is open to all skillsets and comfortability with SPSS or data analysis programs. Attendees will have the opportunity to follow along in their own SPSS windows and test functions.  This is a hybrid format workshop, offered both in person in the DataSpace Lab (ALK 452) and online through Zoom. For all those interested in attending in person: there is no RSVP or reservation system for seats in the lab. We will be operating on a first-come, first-served basis until seats fill up, so consider arriving a little bit early to ensure you get a seat. DataSpace Lab at Alkek Library has SPSS installed and ready for use.

Learn how to use Autodesk Revit for making 2D and 3D designs of buildings. Basic tools and skills will be covered including drawing 2D floor plans, sections, elevations, detail drawings with annotations, as well as creating 3D floor plans and 3D renderings.

Dive into an open citation tool to manage your research. Online Learning Specialist Henna Punjabi will share their experience using Zotero for saving articles, adding notes, and organizing research into folders. Participants will also learn how to integrate Zotero into Microsoft Word and Google Docs for cite-as-you-write convenience!

Presented by: Henna Punjabi, Online Learning Specialist, University Libraries

Faculty Workshop: Join us for a brief overview on GIS, geospatial data, and how you can incorporate spatial data into your projects. We will talk about highly relevant topics such as where to find geospatial data, what you can do with it, and how you can publish a custom web map online! 

Hey Bobcats! As final exams approach, the library is here to help you stay focused and finish strong. Join us for Long Night at the Library, where you’ll find the support, resources, and study spaces you need to succeed. And of course, what’s a long study night without coffee and snacks to keep you going? 

Bring your friends, settle in, and let’s power through finals together!