Excel is a popular tool that provides many powerful features that can assist you in managing your data and help to better understand small and large data sets. While not as robust as other data visualization tools, it can be used for visualizing your data through its charting features. Come learn how to create charts

ArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS), a software program for working with maps and geographic data. A GIS allows you to work with any data that you know a location for (e.g., addresses, latitude/longitude, census locations, name of a place, etc.). ArcGIS is available on all the Library computers, and by download to the

Please join us at the first in a series of Lunch and Learn sessions of the Colleges’ Hub for Teaching and Learning Excellence. Gather tips and strategies Engage with others about best practices Build connections with a community of practitioners Speakers are campus experts in the field of accessibility. Speakers are campus experts in the

One book. One campus. One community. Join us Sept. 25 for an evening with David Chariandy, author of Brother, the 2018 Gryphons Read selection. This event is free and open to the public. About Gryphons Read: The Gryphons Read common reading program is a new tradition at the University of Guelph. Each year, a book will

How many different types of data are there? What’s most important about the data you want to find? Come to this workshop and we’ll explore these questions together! Strategies and resources for finding data will be introduced and developed. Some of our more popular data sources will be showcased. Bring a laptop to allow for

Every researcher begins a research project by formulating a research question and devising a methodology in which to undertake the project. What if you began your project with a plan detailing the actual mechanics of what needs to be considered during every step of the project: from data collection during the initial stages through to

Ever wonder what sort of data you will be dealing with? Do you find yourself lost when it’s time to prepare your data for analysis? In this workshop, you will be introduced to the different types of data you can collect and/or create as well as the various ways you can collect, describe and visualize

This two-day Grammar Writing Tune-up series is open to graduate and undergraduate students, post-doctoral students, visiting scholars and researchers, faculty and staff at the University of Guelph, as well as Guelph community members. Although you can attend either day, it is recommended that you start with Day 1. Visit the Day 1 description to register

This two-day Grammar Writing Tune-up series is open to graduate  students, undergraduate students, post-doctoral students, visiting scholars and researchers, faculty, staff and community members. Topics covered include: Structuring sentences Using verbals and modifiers Punctuating sentences During this day-long workshop, a half-hour meal break (at 2 p.m.) and snack breaks will be on your own. McLaughlin

  All new international graduate students are invited to the fall 2018 New International Graduate Student Orientation Session to learn about the resources available across campus. Light refreshments will be served.  A bus tour of the city follows at 5 p.m.  Family members are welcome to attend. Please RSVP online at http://bit.ly/2KN52A5

Many researchers, administrators and service providers use surveys to collect data. With the tools available to us, it is easy to create and distribute a survey. However, there are a number of important issues to consider when creating a survey. In this session we will use Qualtrics, our online survey software, to explore the fundamentals

Digital media assignments, such as podcasts, digital stories and live-action videos, can help students develop much-needed digital literacy skills. Creating digital media assignments and embedding digital academic skills content into your course can enrich the learning experience of students. In this workshop you will explore opportunities for digital literacy and media creation in the classroom,

  Day 2 of this two-day writing workshop will focus on correcting grammar errors, avoiding errors of misuse and going beyond basic grammar. Although you can attend either day of the Writing Tune-Up: Grammar workshop, we recommend attending both days. McLaughlin Library, Room 384

  Day 1 of this two-day writing workshop will focus on structuring sentences, using verbals and modifiers and punctuating sentences. Although you can attend either day of the Writing Tune-Up: Grammar workshop, it is recommended that you attend both days. McLaughlin Library, Room 384

  Video and audio clips can help to make the classroom learning experience more engaging. Creating custom video and audio clips with library resources is easy and can bring classroom topics to life. In this workshop you will: Understand how to use copyright-protected works in the classroom Understand the different types of copyright and know

  Digital media assignments, such as podcasts, digital stories and live-action videos, can help students develop much needed digital literacy skills. Creating digital media assignments and embedding digital academic skills content into your course can enrich the learning experience of students. In this workshop you will explore opportunities for digital literacy and media creation in

ArcGIS is a Geographic Information System (GIS): a software program for working with maps and geographic data.  A GIS allows you to work with any data that you know a location for (e.g., addresses, latitude/longitude, census locations, a name of a place, etc.). ArcGIS is available on all the Library computers, also by download to

In this workshop session, we focus on communicating your research to a wider audience. Topics covered will include: Disseminating Your Thesis This session will cover what you need to know with respect to publishing and author rights, as well as the e-thesis submission process. It will help you to identify the publishing models and options available,

In this workshop session, we analyze the common features and structures of the thesis/dissertation and then focus more specifically on the results and discussion sections. Outlining Your Thesis This session offers a visual mapping strategy that you can use to organize your research and writing, structure your argument logically, manage your evidence and ultimately create