Welcome back to U of G! It’s the beginning of a new year and a new semester; a great time to start fresh and set yourself up for success.
Get individualized support in a library appointment
You can book an appointment at any point during your U of G career. Whether you need support, want to learn something new, or are looking to level up, booking an appointment is simple. At the library, you can book appointments for:
- Writing, Research Assistance, and English Language Support
- Working with Data
- Studying, Time Management, and Presentation Skills
- Scholarship, Publishing, and Author Supports
- Archival & Special Collections
- Library Accessibility Services
- Instruction and Course Support
Happening this semester at the library
Winter 2026 workshop registration is open!
Each semester, the library offers workshops and programming for students, faculty, and staff. Browse the library’s Winter 2026 Workshops & Events Calendar. Workshops this semester focus on the following topics:
- AI Writing Workshops
- EAL Speaking Series
- Research Lifecyle Workshops
- RStudio Workshops
- Strategic Reading; Procrastination, Perfectionism, and Imposter Phenomenon; and Presentation Skills for graduate students and upper year undergrads
- Thesis Writing Workshop Series
- Write to Publish
- Writing Skills
Ongoing Group Programming for U of G Students
Learn alongside your peers in Supported Learning Groups
Supported Learning Groups (SLGs) are peer-led study sessions held on a weekly basis. Available to students who are enrolled in supported courses, SLGs offer an opportunity to:
- Review course material and learn strategies to study effectively.
- Identify what you know and don’t know in the course.
- Gain confidence and stay motivated.
- Meet students in your classes and have fun studying.
View the SLG Schedule.
Communities of practice
Open Education Community of Practice (New)
Are you interested in learning, sharing strategies and ideas, and building community around the use and advancement of open education at U of G? This community of practice will provide a space to do so.
Topics may include:
- Understanding copyright when using or creating open educational resources.
- Using open pedagogy in the classroom.
- Making existing course materials open.
- Investigating how generative AI impacts open practices.
Learn more and register to join the Open Education Community of Practice.
Artificial Intelligence in Teaching and Learning Community of Practice (Returning)
Want to have honest conversations about AI’s impact on teaching and learning in higher ed? Whether you’re an AI enthusiast or skeptical, your perspective is welcome.
Topics may include:
- Specific classroom challenges
- Assignment and policy review
- And guest perspectives – always emphasizing collaborative learning among colleagues facing similar questions.
Learn more and register to join the AI in Teaching and Learning Community of Practice.
Writing Retreats
The library is for you
No matter who you are at U of G, we’re here for you. Click on the link below that best describes who you are to learn some of the ways the library can support you:
Questions?
Contact us. We’re happy to help.
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