Library Workshops and Events

Library and Cultural Services offer workshops and events throughout the year to support Essex students and researchers. Workshops and events take place across all three campuses, in-person as well as online, so there’s something for everyone! On this page you will find more information about the sessions we offer, as well as links to other training and support provided by Skills for Success and IT Services .

View our ‘Upcoming Events’ below or keep reading to learn more!

Workshops

Our workshops cover a broad range of academic skills and have been designed to help you achieve better assignment and degree outcomes. These include Research Support events, and our open Workshops at Library sessions that are offered as part of the Academic Skills programme available to current Essex students via CareerHub.

Events

Apart from workshops and skills training, we also run engagement events for the Library Advisory Group and other community groups at Essex. The Arts Team within Library and Cultural Services plan regular events that can be found via the Art Exchange and Lakeside Theatre websites.

Upcoming Events

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Skills at Library Café Hour In-Person

Overview The Skills at Library Café Hour is a great opportunity to practice information skills, learn alongside peers, and get instructor feedback. Our team can support you with the key areas listed ...  More
Date:
Wednesday 8 May 2024
Time:
15:00 - 16:00
Location:
Library Learning Room, Colchester
Categories:
  Skills at Library Cafe Hour  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 30 seats left
Skills at Library Café Hour

Therapy Dogs in the Library In-Person

We are absolutely thrilled to be joined by the Essex Therapy Dogs this summer term! Our furry friends can be found frolicking in the foyer of the Albert Sloman Library from 11am to 2pm weekly on...  More
Date:
Thursday 9 May 2024 Show more dates
Time:
11:00 - 14:00
Location:
Library, Colchester
Audience:
  Academic Staff     Undergraduate     Postgraduate - Taught     Postgraduate - Research     Public  
Categories:
  General Event  
Therapy Dogs in the Library

Finding Data for assignments (Southend - In Person) In-Person

This session will explore key databases and resources you can use to find data and how to use them effectively to find information for your assignments and dissertation. Essex students: book your...  More
Date:
Monday 13 May 2024
Time:
14:00 - 15:00
Location:
TF.2.59, Southend
Audience:
  Postgraduate - Taught  
Categories:
  On Track  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 30 seats left
Finding Data for assignments (Southend - In Person)

Therapy Dogs in the Library In-Person

We are absolutely thrilled to be joined by the Essex Therapy Dogs this summer term! Our furry friends can be found frolicking in the foyer of the Albert Sloman Library from 11am to 2pm weekly on...  More
Date:
Tuesday 14 May 2024 Show more dates
Time:
11:00 - 14:00
Location:
Library, Colchester
Audience:
  Academic Staff     Undergraduate     Postgraduate - Taught     Postgraduate - Research     Public  
Categories:
  General Event  
Therapy Dogs in the Library

Librarian Drop in (Southend) In-Person

Need 1-1 support with referencing, finding information for your assignment or assessing sources? Come to our drop in any time between 1-2pm to get advise and your questions answered. No need to book,...  More
Date:
Tuesday 14 May 2024
Time:
13:00 - 14:00
Location:
Info Point, Southend

Advanced Literature Searching Online

This session is a practical introduction to advanced techniques that can be used when searching e-resources, as well as how to find material the Library doesn't have. We will look at where to find...  More
Date:
Tuesday 14 May 2024
Time:
14:00 - 15:00
Location:
Online
Audience:
  Postgraduate - Taught  
Categories:
  On Track  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 39 seats left
Advanced Literature Searching

Introduction generative AI and prompt engineering In-Person

With the rise of a new generation of powerful AI tools, it can be difficult to know what these tools can and cannot be used for and stay on top of newest developments with AI. This session takes you...  More
Date:
Wednesday 15 May 2024
Time:
14:00 - 15:00
Location:
TF.2.59, Southend
Audience:
  Postgraduate - Taught  
Categories:
  On Track  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 30 seats left
Introduction generative AI and prompt engineering

Inclusive Citation In-Person

Have you ever considered whose voices can and cannot be heard in your assignments and research? Or what impact referencing has on the people you are citing? This interactive session is designed to...  More
Date:
Wednesday 15 May 2024
Time:
15:00 - 16:00
Location:
TF.2.59, Southend
Audience:
  Postgraduate - Taught  
Categories:
  On Track  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 30 seats left
Inclusive Citation

Skills at Library Café Hour In-Person

Overview The Skills at Library Café Hour is a great opportunity to practice information skills, learn alongside peers, and get instructor feedback. Our team can support you with the key areas listed ...  More
Date:
Wednesday 15 May 2024
Time:
15:00 - 16:00
Location:
Library Learning Room, Colchester
Categories:
  Skills at Library Cafe Hour  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 31 seats left
Skills at Library Café Hour

Introduction to Academic Integrity and Referencing Online

This session introduces students to the principles of referencing for academic work and how to be academically honest when using sources in your work. Key areas covered: - What referencing is -...  More
Date:
Thursday 16 May 2024
Time:
15:00 - 16:00
Location:
Online
Categories:
  On Track  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 40 seats left
Introduction to Academic Integrity and Referencing

Librarian Drop-in (Southend) In-Person

Need 1-1 support with referencing, finding information for your assignment or assessing sources? No need to book, come to our drop in any time between 2-3pm.
Date:
Friday 17 May 2024
Time:
14:00 - 15:00
Location:
Info Point, Southend
Audience:
  Postgraduate - Taught  
Categories:
  On Track  
Librarian Drop-in (Southend)

Using SciVal to increase your research visibility Online

Elsevier welcomes you to a SciVal training session designed to empower researchers with tools for impactful data-driven decision-making! In this session, participants will delve into the world of...  More
Date:
Wednesday 22 May 2024
Time:
14:00 - 15:00
Location:
Online
Audience:
  Academic Staff     Postgraduate - Research  
Categories:
  Workshop  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 60 seats left

Skills at Library Café Hour In-Person

Overview The Skills at Library Café Hour is a great opportunity to practice information skills, learn alongside peers, and get instructor feedback. Our team can support you with the key areas listed ...  More
Date:
Wednesday 22 May 2024
Time:
15:00 - 16:00
Location:
Library Learning Room, Colchester
Categories:
  Skills at Library Cafe Hour  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 32 seats left
Skills at Library Café Hour

Therapy Dogs in the Library In-Person

We are absolutely thrilled to be joined by the Essex Therapy Dogs this summer term! Our furry friends can be found frolicking in the foyer of the Albert Sloman Library from 11am to 2pm weekly on...  More
Date:
Thursday 23 May 2024 Show more dates
Time:
11:00 - 14:00
Location:
Library, Colchester
Audience:
  Academic Staff     Undergraduate     Postgraduate - Taught     Postgraduate - Research     Public  
Categories:
  General Event  
Therapy Dogs in the Library

Research Writing Retreat (1-day) In-Person

This one-day Research Writing Retreat offers an opportunity for Essex researchers to dedicate time to focus on research writing alongside fellow academic members of staff and PGR students. We...  More
Date:
Friday 24 May 2024
Time:
09:00 - 16:45
Location:
Library Learning Room, Colchester
Audience:
  Academic Staff     Postgraduate - Research  
Research Writing Retreat (1-day)

Therapy Dogs in the Library In-Person

We are absolutely thrilled to be joined by the Essex Therapy Dogs this summer term! Our furry friends can be found frolicking in the foyer of the Albert Sloman Library from 11am to 2pm weekly on...  More
Date:
Tuesday 28 May 2024 Show more dates
Time:
11:00 - 14:00
Location:
Library, Colchester
Audience:
  Academic Staff     Undergraduate     Postgraduate - Taught     Postgraduate - Research     Public  
Categories:
  General Event  
Therapy Dogs in the Library

Skills at Library Café Hour In-Person

Overview The Skills at Library Café Hour is a great opportunity to practice information skills, learn alongside peers, and get instructor feedback. Our team can support you with the key areas listed ...  More
Date:
Wednesday 29 May 2024
Time:
15:00 - 16:00
Location:
Library Learning Room, Colchester
Categories:
  Skills at Library Cafe Hour  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 32 seats left
Skills at Library Café Hour

Skills at Library Café Hour In-Person

Overview The Skills at Library Café Hour is a great opportunity to practice information skills, learn alongside peers, and get instructor feedback. Our team can support you with the key areas listed ...  More
Date:
Wednesday 5 June 2024
Time:
15:00 - 16:00
Location:
Library Learning Room, Colchester
Categories:
  Skills at Library Cafe Hour  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 32 seats left
Skills at Library Café Hour

Therapy Dogs in the Library In-Person

We are absolutely thrilled to be joined by the Essex Therapy Dogs this summer term! Our furry friends can be found frolicking in the foyer of the Albert Sloman Library from 11am to 2pm weekly on...  More
Date:
Thursday 6 June 2024 Show more dates
Time:
11:00 - 14:00
Location:
Library, Colchester
Audience:
  Academic Staff     Undergraduate     Postgraduate - Taught     Postgraduate - Research     Public  
Categories:
  General Event  
Therapy Dogs in the Library

On Track: Intro to the library and information skills (In person) In-Person

★☆☆ beginner Overview: This 45 minute workshop provides an interactive introduction to the Library and the resources we offer. If you are new to using academic libraries, or simply new to Essex,...  More
Date:
Monday 10 June 2024
Time:
11:00 - 12:00
Location:
Library Learning Room, Colchester
Categories:
  On Track     Workshop  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 15 seats left
On Track: Intro to the library and information skills (In person)

On Track: Get organised for study & research (In person) In-Person

★★☆ intermediate Overview: This 1 hour workshop covers how to organise information for your course and research. In this session, you will learn how to create a search strategy to keep you...  More
Date:
Monday 10 June 2024
Time:
12:00 - 13:00
Location:
Library Learning Room, Colchester
Categories:
  On Track     Workshop  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 14 seats left
On Track: Get organised for study & research (In person)

On Track: Getting organised with Notion (Online) Online

Overview Stay on top of your studies, hobbies, and any other area of your life using Notion, an all-in-one tool for productivity and organisation. This session will introduce you to the basics of...  More
Date:
Monday 10 June 2024
Time:
14:00 - 15:00
Location:
Online
Categories:
  On Track     Workshop  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 50 seats left
On Track: Getting organised with Notion (Online)

On Track: How to publish with the Essex Student Journal (Online) Online

Overview Come find out how to publish your writing with the Essex Student Journal, an online multi-disciplinary academic journal, run by and for University of Essex students. This is a great...  More
Date:
Monday 10 June 2024
Time:
15:00 - 16:00
Location:
Online
Categories:
  On Track     Workshop  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 50 seats left
On Track: How to publish with the Essex Student Journal (Online)

Southend Research Writing Retreat (1-day) In-Person

This free one-day Research Writing Retreat is an opportunity for Essex researchers to focus on writing alongside fellow research staff and students. It can be difficult to find time to write as a...  More
Date:
Tuesday 11 June 2024
Time:
10:00 - 16:00
Location:
TF2.13, Southend
Audience:
  Academic Staff     Postgraduate - Research  
Registration Type:
In-Person Registration
Register! - 34 seats left
Southend Research Writing Retreat (1-day)

On Track: OSCOLA for referencing sources (Online) Online

Overview This session will go through the basic rules of OSCOLA (Oxford Standard for the Citation of Legal Authorities) for four different resource types. Students are welcome to drop in and out...  More
Date:
Tuesday 11 June 2024
Time:
10:30 - 12:00
Location:
Online
Categories:
  On Track     Workshop  
Registration Type:
Online Registration
Register! - 50 seats left
On Track: OSCOLA for referencing sources (Online)

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