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Introduction to MATLAB

MATLAB is a feature-rich programming language for scientific and numerical data processing for which USC has a university-wide site license. MATLAB also has many application toolkits available for use in diverse fields of research. This workshop will introduce users to the MATLAB programming language, with a focus on reading spreadsheet data into MATLAB, processing the data using matrix operations, writing the processed data to a spreadsheet, and visualizing the data. A MATLAB license and an installed version of MATLAB are recommended but not required to attend this workshop. Register at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/15990794. Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 1:15 PM – 2:30 PM. See event description for more details.

Text Analysis for Beginners

Do you have textual data for qualitative analysis? This hands-on workshop is ideal for anyone seeking to transform unstructured text data into actionable insights. Key topics include: Introduction to text analysis: What is it and why does it matter? , Reading and preprocessing text: Cleaning and preparing data for analysis. , Extracting insights like word frequency and word count. , Tools and techniques: Overview of Python libraries (e.g. NLTK) and other user-friendly platforms , By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a foundational understanding of text mining concepts and practical experience working with basic tools and techniques. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or professional, this workshop will equip you with the skills to start your text analysis journey! Register at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/15681522. Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 2:10 PM – 3:10 PM. See event description for more details.

Midpoint in Semester

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Thursday, March 5, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Extracting Data from Websites Using APIs

Unlock the power of APIs to efficiently extract and utilize data from websites! This hands-on workshop is designed for beginners and intermediate learners who want to gain practical skills in API integration. Participants will learn the fundamentals of APIs, how to access and interpret API documentation, and techniques for extracting structured data for analysis. We will cover the following topics: What is an API and its role in data extraction? , How to make requests and handle responses? , What are API keys? , How to parse the JSON and other data formats? , Example of extracting data from the New York Times and the Library of Congress websites , By the end of this workshop, you’ll have a basic understanding of APIs for tasks like gathering data for research and analysis. Register at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/15681470. Thursday, March 5, 2026, 2:10 PM – 3:10 PM. See event description for more details.

Spring Break (no classes)

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Spring Break (no classes)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Monday, March 9, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Spring Break (no classes)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Spring Break (no classes)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Spring Break (no classes)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

The Business of Publishing

Critical professional and life decisions on the part of early-career scholars occur within the economy of higher education. Academic publishers (of both books and journals) are a part of that economy and, as gatekeepers in processes of hiring, tenure, and promotion, presses play a major role in scholarly careers inside and outside the academy. To make informed decisions, it is necessary to understand the business of academic publishing. This workshop will provide a practical overview of publishing trends, from the business practices that shape academic publishing to the ways that technological innovation are reshaping the industry. As an early-career scholar, understanding these trends will help you make informed career decisions as you engage with the world of publishing. Michael J. McGandy is director of University of South Carolina Press. Prior to arriving at USC, he worked at Cornell University Press, where he was Senior Editor and Editorial Director of the Three Hills imprint. He has also worked in… Thursday, March 12, 2026, 1:15 PM – 2:30 PM. See event description for more details.

Spring Break (no classes)

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Spring Break (no classes)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Saturday, March 14, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Spring Break (no classes)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Sunday, March 15, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Introduction to R using RStudio

This workshop will introduce users to the R programming language using RStudio. R is an easy-to-learn programming language often used for scientific and statistical data processing. RStudio is an integrated development environment for and graphical user interface to the R language which greatly simplifies programming in R. Together they combine to provide a free and convenient programming platform for data analysis and visualization. Register at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/15990958. Monday, March 16, 2026, 3:55 PM – 5:10 PM. See event description for more details.

Graduate Student Research Toolbox

Learn about the library resources and services that are critical for success in graduate research. Topics to be covered include citation management tools, locating dissertations and theses, interlibrary loan, and research support services. Register at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/15746257. Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 2:50 PM – 3:35 PM. See event description for more details.

Last day to drop a course or withdraw without a grade of 'WF' being recorded (Part of term 30)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Monday, March 30, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Breakfast Briefing: Open Access Publishing of Scholarly Monographs

Join us as we bring together library leaders, university press professionals, and faculty to explore practical strategies for expanding open access to USC-authored monographs. Featuring a keynote by Miranda Bennett, Director of Shared Collections at the California Digital Library, the event highlights recent University of California (UC) initiatives that enable UC authors to publish open-access monographs with select university presses at no cost, while revitalizing underutilized backlist titles. Bennett will discuss the challenges and benefits of opening access to long-form scholarship and share a forward-looking vision for how similar efforts could be adapted at the University of South Carolina. Building on her talk a panel discussion with USC leaders and faculty will showcase a modest but impactful library–press open access partnership. This event, held in the Ernest F. Hollings Special Collections Library, is open to USC faculty, administrators, staff, and graduate students. Breakfast will be… Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 9:15 AM – 10:45 AM. See event description for more details.

Text Analysis for Beginners

Do you have textual data for qualitative analysis? This hands-on workshop is ideal for anyone seeking to transform unstructured text data into actionable insights. Key topics include: Introduction to text analysis: What is it and why does it matter? , Reading and preprocessing text: Cleaning and preparing data for analysis. , Extracting insights like word frequency and word count. , Tools and techniques: Overview of Python libraries (e.g. NLTK) and other user-friendly platforms , By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a foundational understanding of text mining concepts and practical experience working with basic tools and techniques. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or professional, this workshop will equip you with the skills to start your text analysis journey! Register at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/15681484. Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 2:10 PM – 3:10 PM. See event description for more details.

Extracting Data from Websites Using APIs

Unlock the power of APIs to efficiently extract and utilize data from websites! This hands-on workshop is designed for beginners and intermediate learners who want to gain practical skills in API integration. Participants will learn the fundamentals of APIs, how to access and interpret API documentation, and techniques for extracting structured data for analysis. We will cover the following topics: What is an API and its role in data extraction? , How to make requests and handle responses? , What are API keys? , How to parse the JSON and other data formats? , Example of extracting data from the New York Times and the Library of Congress websites , By the end of this workshop, you’ll have a basic understanding of APIs for tasks like gathering data for research and analysis. Register at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/15681476. Thursday, April 9, 2026, 2:10 PM – 3:10 PM. See event description for more details.

Awards Day

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Student Course Experience Survey Week

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Student Course Experience Survey Week

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Student Course Experience Survey Week

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Student Course Experience Survey Week

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Student Course Experience Survey Week

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Student Course Experience Survey Week

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Last Day of Classes

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Student Course Experience Survey Week

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Reading Day

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Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)

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Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Friday, May 1, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Saturday, May 2, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Sunday, May 3, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Monday, May 4, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)

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Commencement Exercises in Columbia

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Commencement Exercises in Columbia

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Commencement Exercises in Columbia

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Saturday, May 9, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.

Memorial Day Holiday (no classes)

Access the Full Academic Calendar to find information including holidays, registration dates, payment deadlines, drop or add dates, exams and commencement for each term. Monday, May 25, 2026, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM.