Tue Sep 22 Learning, Researching and Thinking Critically with AILearn how to use AI responsibly in academic work while strengthening critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills. This workshop covers evaluating AI-generated information, creating effective prompts, and applying AI as a tool to support learning. Wed Sep 23 Intro to Gemini NotebookDiscover how NotebookLM can enhance your coursework and study habits in this practical introduction to AI-assisted learning. Participants will explore the platform’s strengths, limitations, and best practices for academic success. Wed Sep 30 (Non) Digital Approaches to Digital Scholarship ResearchExplore the foundations of digital scholarship through hands-on, analog activities that model digital humanities methods. Participants will create sketches, networks, and word clouds to better understand computational approaches to research. Thu Oct 01 Which Mapping Software Fits Your Needs? QGIS and Esri ArcGIS ComparedCompare QGIS and ArcGIS Pro to determine which GIS platform best fits your academic and research needs. The workshop introduces core GIS concepts, data management, mapping projections, and common geographic workflows. Tue Oct 06 Digital Humanities and Text Analysis Using RGet started with cultural text analytics using R in this beginner-friendly workshop. Learn how computational methods such as text cleaning, word frequency analysis, and visualization can support research across the humanities. Wed Oct 14 Evaluating AI ResultsDevelop the skills needed to critically evaluate AI-generated content and identify common issues such as fabricated citations, bias, and factual errors. Participants will learn practical techniques for verifying claims and assessing trustworthy information. Tue Oct 20 Digital Humanities and Literary Studies: Text Analysis with PythonLearn how Python can be used for literary analysis through a range of digital humanities methods. Topics include topic modeling, sentiment analysis, named entity recognition, text visualization, and comparative analysis of authors and texts. Tue Nov 03 Soft Circuits and Wearable Electronics: A Gentle IntroductionTake a creative break and learn the basics of wearable technology by making a light-up brooch, bracelet, or decorated scrunchy. Participants will build simple electronic circuits using conductive thread and LEDs, with all materials and snacks provided. Thu Nov 05 Getting Started with QGISGain hands-on experience with QGIS by creating a web-published story map using real data from the City of San Antonio. Participants will learn GIS fundamentals, work with geographic data formats, and publish their projects through GitHub Pages. View past CEDISH events