Wednesday, Jan. 27, 4–5 p.m.: Focus on ArcGIS Online: Web mapping tool for interdisciplinary applications, 211A Pattee Library. Tara LaLonde, GIS specialist in the University Libraries will provide an introduction to ArcGIS Online, a Web mapping application that can be used to communicate many spatial research interests across disciplines. Participants will explore applications created with ArcGIS Online and work with a sample dataset for Centre County, Pennsylvania, to learn the functionality of ArcGIS Online Web maps and applications. In addition to learning how maps can enhance understanding of relationships and enhance project presentations, participants will gain hands-on experience creating a Web map. Faculty and staff should register using the Learning Resource Network (lrn.psu.edu) and students should email datalearning@psu.edu. Also available for remote participation at https://meeting.psu.edu/ul-dlc.

Monday, Feb. 4, 1 p.m. –1:30 p.m.: Short staff training workshop: What the Libraries Can Do for You, Foster Aud. See blog post

Monday, Feb. 4, 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.: Art tour at Borland Building. See blog post for details

Friday, February 12, 5 to 7 p.m.: Library League of Centre County networking event, Mann Assembly Room. This free reception is for all full-time and part-time employees from any library in Centre County, and offers a great opportunity to meet, network and share experiences with local colleagues. Last year, the reception was held in Schlow Library, in downtown State College. This year, the University Libraries will host the event. Light refreshments and wine will be served. To register, please e-mail organizer Ann Snowman, ams32@psu.edu. The Library League of Centre County aims to promote networking among employees from academic, public, school, historical, museum and all other types of libraries in the area.

Wednesday, Feb. 24, 4-5 p.m.: Getting your map project started! 211A Pattee Library. Tara LaLonde will provide an overview of key elements and decision factors for the inclusion of a map or spatial component in a project related to a class assignment, thesis or individual research. Elements discussed will include project planning principles, spatial thinking concepts and more. This session will present items to consider in relation to mapping and working with geospatial data. Faculty and staff should register using the Learning Resource Network (lrn.psu.edu) and students should email datalearning@psu.edu. Also available for remote participation at https://meeting.psu.edu/ul-dlc.

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Discovery Day will be held on Thursday, June 2, 2016 this year. If you would like to be a part of this year’s committee please contact Ann Snowman, ams32@psu.edu