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2025-10-01

Global Collections and You!

This session, designed for international students, those planning to study abroad, or students planning to do research in languages other than English, will provide an overview of Penn’s Global Collections. Participants will learn how to find resources across hundreds of languages at and beyond Penn. Geared toward speakers of any language, this session will be taught by librarians with different language skills. Register to attend.

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library, 3420 Walnut St.

2025-09-25

AI in Action: Smart Prompts & Creative Apps for Students

Smartphone displaying ChatGPT text.
Penn students will learn effective AI prompt writing and visual content creation for college projects in this hands-on workshop covering ChatGPT techniques, AI art generation, and ethical AI use in academic settings. This session includes hands-on demonstrations and interactive ChatGPT activities. Register to attend.

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library, 3420 Walnut St.

2025-09-23

Ask Me About: Creative Thinking

Penn students will discover how the library can fuel imagination. Participants will explore makerspaces, digital tools, and creative resources that support innovative thinking, learning, and problem-solving.

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library, 3420 Walnut St.

2025-09-19

Indigenous Materials in the Archives

Emily Jean Leischner, postdoctoral fellow at the American Philosophical Society and in-resident researcher at the Kislak Center, will share progress in collaborating with staff to make Indigenous materials at the Kislak Center easier to discover for Indigenous community members, Penn’s campus, and the public. Register to attend.

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Virtual

2025-09-16

Walk2Wellness: Library Literacy Edition

People walking on Locust Walk in the fall.
This campus walk will introduce Penn students, faculty, and staff to the variety of unique library spaces and services available at the University—all while supporting physical and mental well-being. No reservations needed.

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Van Pelt-Dietrich Library, 3420 Walnut St. (outside by the Button)

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