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Search to Synthesis: Library Research Workshops for Graduate Students – Fall 2026
The UMN LIbraries' Search to Synthesis: Library Research Workshops for Graduate Students” series continues for Fall 2026. There are 21 different workshops covering citation tools, data, evidence synthesis, publishing journal articles and much more with 6 new ones: an orientation session for international graduate students, overview of impact factors and h-indexes, archival research, ways to "future-proof" your disserations, and two workshops on literature reviews. See "Library research workshops for graduate students" for full details and registration information.
“The Friday Finish” is back for Fall semester! Make the grade at Walter Library!
Need to get caught up from the busy week? Need motivation to turn your Friday afternoon into a key part of your homework routine? Want to make the sunday scaries be less scary? Come to Walter Library for a relaxed yet productive study time at the Friday Finish.
PAWS study break is back at Wilson Library for fall semester
PAWS (Pet Away Worry & Stress) is back at Wilson Library for the ultimate west bank study break! Whether you need a quick dopamine boost between lectures or just want to cuddle a furry (or feathered) friend, drop in anytime to hang out with Boynton’s legendary registered therapy team. Yes, we actually have dogs, cats, and chicken!
Game Night & Walter Library Open House
Start the semester right and get to know Walter Library — one of the ultimate OG study spots (fun fact: it’s literally over 100 years old) on campus! Bring your U Card to swipe in!
Unwind & Recharge: Free Friday Mat Pilates at Wilson Library!
All are welcome to join the mat Pilates Study Break in the studio on the first floor of Wilson Library (west bank) on Friday's from 1-1:45pm.