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Fogler Library Workshop Series

Workshop Series

​Fogler Library is proud to present its Workshop Series, covering topics that support student learning and research. 

Register for the workshops by clicking on the date you'd like to attend.

Note: Registration is required for all Zoom workshops.

Maine Impact Week Events

Trademarks 101: Protecting Your Brand

In this workshop, you’ll learn about the essentials of trademarks; what they are, why they matter, and how to register one. We’ll cover the trademark application process, how to conduct a basic trademark search, and common pitfalls to avoid. If you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, or just curious about intellectual property, this session will provide a valuable introduction to the world of trademarks. You can attend the workshop in person or via Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.

 April 8th @ 2PM, in Library Classroom 1 and Zoom

Patents 101: Protecting Your Invention

This workshop covers the basics of patents—what they are, why they matter, and how to navigate the patent process. You'll discover how to determine if your invention is patentable, conduct a basic patent search, and understand the steps to filing a patent application. Whether you're an entrepreneur, inventor, or just interested in intellectual property, this session will give you the knowledge to safeguard your innovations. You can attend the workshop in person or via Zoom. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.

April 10th @ 2 PM, in Library Classroom 1 and Zoom.

New Workshops

Making an Issue: A Zine Workshop at Folger Library

Learn about the history of zines in this hands-on workshop and create a zine to take home. Sign up at the link

February 5, 2025 @4pm in Library Classroom 1

Finding Reliable Data

There's more data available online now than ever, and more misinformation, too. Finding reliable data is very important. This session, part of "Love Data Week," will show you how to find reliable data. Whether for academic research or making informed decisions for your personal life, this workshop will help you look for data with confidence.

February 12, 2025 @4pm in Library Classroom 1

Exploring Open Educational Resources

Interested in learning about course materials you and your students can access for free?  Come to Fogler Library's Exploring Open Educational Resources workshop, where you can learn more about these types of resources and can work with your subject-area librarian to find resources for your courses. (Zoom link will be sent to registrants before the meeting)

 March 5, 2025 10-11 AM on Zoom

AI Workshop Series

The following hourlong workshops will help you build a better understanding of AI technology and topics. To register follow the link for the date you want to attend. Workshops are either in person only in Library Classroom 1, or are Hybrid on Zoom and in Library Classroom 2. For Zoom hybrid workshops you must register for the Zoom link. These workshops will not be recorded.

Generative AI Evaluate and Cite: Leave what's wrong, keep what's right!

Learn to evaluate AI tools, and their output. We’ll help you to find the best generative AI tools for your task while avoiding hallucinations and plagiarism. Please come with questions, we are happy to help!

February 4, 2025 @ 4 pm Library Classroom 2 and Zoom

Intro to Generative AI - In Person Only

This workshop will be an introduction to generative AI and its use. Benefits, and pitfalls, of using these tools will also be discussed. Attendees are encouraged to create accounts in either ChatGPT or Claude prior to the workshop, as there will be hands-on activities. 

February 11, 2025 @ 4 pm, Library Classroom 1

Picture this - AI Image Generators

Learn about AI Image generators: how to find them, use them, and cite them.

February 18, 2025 @ 4 pm Library Classroom 2 and Zoom

Prompts and Circumstance Intro to AI Prompt Engineering - In Person Only

We’ll help you optimize your generative AI searches by teaching you how to phrase your prompts to get the results you're looking for.

February 25, 2025 @ 4 pm Library Classroom 1

Graduate Student Workshops

The following hourlong workshops are intended to support Graduate students. Workshops are on Zoom, you must register to attend. Registrants will receive a copy of the Workshop recording.

Literature Reviews: Citation Management

Learn to use citation managers and save time by organizing records of articles, books, and other publications to create in-text citations and bibliographies.

March 4, 2025 @ 4 pm on Zoom

Literature Reviews: Search Strategically

This workshop will cover advanced techniques to maximize database searching, including using controlled vocabulary, searching for foundational authors, and  setting alerts to keep up-to-date with new sources related to your research topic.

March 5, 2025 @ 4 pm on Zoom

Literature Reviews: Citation Tracking

Learn to use one article to find more. Which articles have the most impact in your field? One article is your starting place to unlock a rich bounty of additional sources that can guide and shape your research.

March 11, 2025 @ 4 pm on Zoom

Literature Reviews: Research Metrics

In this workshop we will discuss different research metrics, how to interpret them, and how to set up alerts for metrics.

March 12, 2025 @ 4 pm on Zoom

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