We’re excited to share this winter’s lineup of workshops and events. Come get warm in Knight Library and pick up a new skill along the way!
The Data Services Help Desk is open for drop-in statistical and programming support 11:00am – 4:00pm M-F!
Want help now? We’re always available for consultations on statistics, R, Python, GIS software, information design, Git, Excel, Qualtrics, data management, high-performance computing and qualitative data analysis.
This eight-session workshop introduces the fundamentals of using R and RStudio. Crunch through statistics and create visualizations with ease!
Want to learn to code but not sure where to start? This eight-session workshop introduces fundamentals of Python, an accessible and powerful programming language.
This two-session workshop covers the basics of creating maps in ArcGIS Online, a browser-based GIS platform. Learn mapping skills through creating an environmental justice map. We have two offerings this term, so pick your preferred date!
ArcGIS Pro and the Makerspace: Laser-Cut Map Crafts
This fun, unique three-part workshop covers the basics of ArcGIS Pro and laser-cutting equipment in the makerspace. Learn the basics of GIS software by making beautiful laser cut maps! Choose between making a map notebook (February 2nd – 6th) or a map puzzle (February 16th – 20th).
Designed to follow our Introduction to Python workshop, this six-session workshop teaches how to import, analyze and visualize tabular data with Pandas in Python.
GitHub Portfolios for Job Seekers
New! Interested in software development or data science? Learn how to create a free digital portfolio on GitHub to highlight your coding and career readiness skills for future employers & open-source projects.
Want more control over your map design, or just to learn the basics of Adobe Illustrator? Come to Your Maps in Illustrator and learn the GIS to Illustrator workflow! Topics covered include exporting from GIS to Illustrator, cleaning up GIS files in Illustrator, and basic Illustrator functions.
Coffee & Code is a casual event that brings together curious minds to explore interesting projects and questions in the world of data analysis, programming, and statistics at UO.
- Meet Data Services – January 9th
Interested in programming, statistics, or geospatial data? Ease into the new year and chat with members of Data Services team over coffee and cookies.
Data Book Club: The AI Mirror: How to Reclaim Our Humanity in an Age of Machine Thinking
Join us for a focused discussion of Shannon Vallor’s The AI Mirror: How to Reclaim Our Humanity in an Age of Machine Thinking. Snacks and great conversation provided!
GIS & Tea: Geospatial Community Hour
Do you #Love Maps? Join us in Edmiston Classroom GIS Lab for cocoa, tea, snacks, and community! Share your projects and meet other GIS users at UO!
- Cocoa and Map Crafts – January 9th
- Love Data Week: Celebrating Geospatial Data – February 13th
- GIS Show and Tell – March 6th
Cheers,
The Data Services Team