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WordPress for Your Research
This will be a short introduction to getting started with WordPress, using the Libraries' hosting service CreateDigital.
Register for this online event at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/17055064.
Admission Cost: 0.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 1:15 PM – 2:00 PM.
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Storymaps and Storytelling with ESRI
ESRI GIS software comes with a simple storytelling tool called Storymaps. Let me show you how easy it is to create a scrolling story using simple maps.
Register for this online event at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/17055069.
Admission Cost: 0.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 1:10 PM – 2:00 PM.
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Introduction to Publishing in Scholarly Journals
In this session, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the academic publishing process. While reviewing the publishing cycle, you’ll learn to prepare your manuscript and select a high impact, accessible journal, how to navigate the peer review process and, finally, how you can promote and share your scholarship.
Register online: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/16871721.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 2:20 PM – 3:20 PM.
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Understanding Copyright and Publication Agreements: Safeguard your Research
In the publishing world, transferring copyright is often a necessary step. Recent partnerships between scholarly publishers and technology companies emphasize the importance of understanding your publishing agreements. Publishing agreements impact how your work is utilized: it may be used to train AI models, or there may be restrictions on sharing your research with colleagues, students, and the public.
This one-hour workshop will provide you with strategies for managing your copyright. You will learn how to carefully evaluate publication agreements, negotiate your rights, and select publishers whose policies meet your requirements. Join us to understand how you can control the use and dissemination of your scholarship.
Register online: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/16871750.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 10:50 AM – 11:50 AM.
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Midpoint in Semester
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Monday, October 12, 2026.
Thesis and Dissertation Workshops: In Person
Attend one of our thesis and dissertation workshops to learn everything about the format check process. You will also learn how to ensure your document meets requirements for digital accessibility. Sign up today by visiting our registration page.
To view more workshop options, visit our Thesis and Dissertation Calendar.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Flinn Hall 107.
ONLINE Thesis & Dissertation Workshop, Fall 2026
Attend one of our thesis and dissertation workshops to learn everything about the format check process. You will also learn how to ensure your document meets requirements for digital accessibility. Sign up today by visiting our registration page.
This event will take place on Zoom, and you will receive the Zoom link in an email after registering. Please visit the Graduate School's Thesis and Dissertation Calendar to view other workshops.
Admission Cost: Free.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
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Fall Break (no classes)
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Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Fall Break (no classes)
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Friday, October 16, 2026.
Navigating USC's Open Access Agreements
USC’s open access publishing agreements make it possible for eligible authors to publish open access without paying article processing charges. This session will introduce the agreements available through USC Libraries, explain what they cover, and walk through the publishing process from selecting a journal to submitting an article. We will also spotlight the Open Access Resources guide and the USC Open Journal Finder. Bring your questions and feedback to help us make these resources and workflows even more useful.
Register: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/17710321.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
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Explore Creating a Website for Your Research
Its a great idea to create a website to tell people about your research, but where to start? In this workshop, I will share some options for web hosting and best practices for getting started. This will be an overview of different platforms, such as WordPress, ESRI's Storymaps, and Manifold. Follow up workshops will focus on the individual platforms, so you can get started.
Register for this online event at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/17055378.
Admission Cost: 0.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 10:05 AM – 11:20 AM.
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Introduction To Scholar Commons
Scholar Commons, USC’s institutional repository, can help you share, preserve, and increase the visibility of your research. Amie Freeman, Assistant Head of Acquisitions and Scholarly Communication, will introduce the repository and its uses for faculty and students. Scholar Commons is a free, open-access platform for preserving and sharing scholarship with a global audience, including articles, student research, creative projects, art, and more.
Register: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/17710324.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
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ReproducibiliTea Discussion Series - Questionable Research Practices
The Libraries’ ReproducibiliTea discussion series is designed to bring researchers together to explore the ideas, challenges, and practices shaping open and reproducible research. Our goal is to connect across disciplines, share experiences, and build a community committed to transparent, rigorous, and accessible science.
We will discuss the article linked below and recommend that you read it before the start of the session.
We will meet in Room 412 of Thomas Cooper Library.
Week Three Theme: Questionable Research Practices: Are they really that common? And why are they problematic?
Article: Measuring the Prevalence of Questionable Research Practices with Incentives for Truth Telling (link),
Registration: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/17326235.
Friday, October 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
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Staying Scholarly: Navigating Predatory Publishing, Citation Manipulation, and Research Fraud
It’s essential to know how to identify and avoid bad research and publishing practices. This virtual workshop equips attendees with the tools to recognize and steer clear of predatory publishers and conferences, understand how citation manipulation (including citation cartels and inflated profiles on platforms like Google Scholar) can distort scholarly impact, and spot warning signs of fraudulent research. Through real-world examples and practical strategies, participants will learn how to safeguard their scholarly integrity and make informed decisions about where and how they publish and present their work.
Register online: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/16871865.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
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Introduction to ORCID
An ORCID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID) is a unique digital identifier associated with a researcher to aid in research output discovery, eliminate name ambiguity, and encourage proper citations. A number of funding agencies, including NIH and NSF, use ORCID in the proposal submission process. In this online session from University Libraries, learn about the benefits of ORCID, find out how to get one for yourself, and learn tips and shortcuts for populating your record.
Register online: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/16871902.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM.
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ORCID Office Hours
Graduate students and faculty are invited to drop in for ORCID Office Hours! Librarians will be available to help you create or update your ORCID iD, add publications and other scholarly works, and ensure your research is accurately represented. Stop by for personalized, hands-on support and leave with a stronger scholarly profile.
The drop-in will be held inside the entrance of Thomas Cooper Library. .
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
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General Election Day (no classes)
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Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Last day to drop a course or withdraw without a grade of 'WF' being recorded (Part of term 30)
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Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
Embracing Public Scholarship: Connecting Your Research and the Public
Discover how to bridge the gap between academic research and public engagement in this workshop. Your work has the potential to make a meaningful impact beyond traditional academia. In this session, we’ll explore strategies, best practices, and examples to help you become an effective public scholar. Join in exploring how your scholarly expertise can contribute to public discourse and create positive change.
Register online: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/16871935.
Monday, November 9, 2026, 2:20 PM – 3:20 PM.
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ReproducibiliTea Discussion Series - Reproducibility Now
The Libraries’ ReproducibiliTea discussion series is designed to bring researchers together to explore the ideas, challenges, and practices shaping open and reproducible research. Our goal is to connect across disciplines, share experiences, and build a community committed to transparent, rigorous, and accessible science.
We will discuss the article linked below and recommend that you read it before the start of the session.
We will meet in Room 412 of Thomas Cooper Library.
Week Four Theme: Reproducibility Now: Why many studies are not reproducible,
Article: Estimating the Reproducibility of Psychological Science (link),
Registration: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/17326281.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
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Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)
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Sunday, November 22, 2026.
Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)
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Monday, November 23, 2026.
Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)
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Tuesday, November 24, 2026.
Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)
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Wednesday, November 25, 2026.
Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)
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Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)
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Friday, November 27, 2026.
Student Course Experience Survey Week
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Saturday, November 28, 2026.
Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)
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Saturday, November 28, 2026.
Student Course Experience Survey Week
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Sunday, November 29, 2026.
Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)
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Sunday, November 29, 2026.
Student Course Experience Survey Week
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Monday, November 30, 2026.
Student Course Experience Survey Week
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Tuesday, December 1, 2026.
Student Course Experience Survey Week
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Wednesday, December 2, 2026.
Student Course Experience Survey Week
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Thursday, December 3, 2026.
Last Day of Classes
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Friday, December 4, 2026.
Student Course Experience Survey Week
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Friday, December 4, 2026.
ReproducibiliTea Discussion Series - Has the Debate Gone Too Far?
The Libraries’ ReproducibiliTea discussion series is designed to bring researchers together to explore the ideas, challenges, and practices shaping open and reproducible research. Our goal is to connect across disciplines, share experiences, and build a community committed to transparent, rigorous, and accessible science.
We will discuss the article linked below and recommend that you read it before the start of the session.
We will meet in Room 412 of Thomas Cooper Library.
Week Five Theme: Has the debate gone too far? Things will just turn out fine.
Article: Is the Replicability Crisis Overblown? Three Arguments Examined (link),
Registration: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/17326437.
Friday, December 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
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Reading Day
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Saturday, December 5, 2026.
Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)
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Monday, December 7, 2026.
Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)
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Tuesday, December 8, 2026.
Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)
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Wednesday, December 9, 2026.
Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)
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Thursday, December 10, 2026.
Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)
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Friday, December 11, 2026.
Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)
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Saturday, December 12, 2026.
Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)
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Sunday, December 13, 2026.
Commencement Exercises in Columbia
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Monday, December 14, 2026.
Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)
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Monday, December 14, 2026.