Upcoming Events in the PCL Scholars Lab

Data and Donuts - Spring 2026 Data & Donuts: Working with Color in Data Visualizations Using R and ggplot2
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Color can be a useful visual tool in data storytelling! In this hybrid workshop, learn how to select and use color palettes in ggplot2, as well as how to customize the color of individual plot elements.
UT Libraries Before You Go Preparing for Archival Research and Digitization Before You Go: Preparing for Archival Research & Digitization
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This workshop teaches participants strategies and important considerations for preparing to visit libraries or archives in-person, both local and international, and to digitize materials at those institutions for their research purposes.
Zotero Workshop Zotero Workshop
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This in-person workshop will introduce non-users to Zotero and help them set up their own account. Experienced users are also welcome to attend if they have any questions or issues regarding Zotero.
Digital Humanities Workshop - Spring 2026 Digital Humanities Workshop: Using Canva Pro to Create Digital Exhibits
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Join us for a hybrid workshop on Canva Pro, where you’ll learn how to create interactive digital exhibits and websites without any coding required.
Data and Donuts - Spring 2026 Data & Donuts: Research Data Management Best Practices
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This hybrid workshop covers strategies for managing research data throughout the lifecycle, from creating data management plans to publishing research data.
Digital Scholars in Practice series graphic Digital Scholars in Practice: Automating Remix - What Generative AI Means for Creative Workers
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This presentation poses the question: "What happens to creative work when part of the creative process is automated?" Three UT researchers will share their findings in the Libraries' ongoing Digital Scholars in Practice series.
Creating Interactive Applications in Python with PyGame Creating Interactive Applications in Python with PyGame
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This hybrid creative coding workshop will introduce attendees to PyGame, a free and open-source cross-platform library for the development of multimedia applications like video games using Python.
Digital Humanities Workshop - Spring 2026 Digital Humanities Workshop: Introduction to Transkribus - The Platform for Cultural Heritage
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This hybrid workshop covers the fundamentals of using Transkribus to segment, transcribe and enrich historical documents. Participants will learn how to navigate the platform, manage document workflows and convert images into structured, searchable data. Ready to discover how Transkribus can serve as your sovereign operating system for written records?