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Workshops, Classes & Tours at the Library

The Library offers many research workshops and classes throughout the year. Guided tours are also available by request.

Research Workshops and Classes

These research workshops and classes cover many topics, ranging from basic introductory sessions to advanced research techniques. View the Library's calendar for scheduled sessions and descriptions: Calendar of research workshops and classes

Library Tours

Take a guided tour of the library and learn about the different services and facilities that are available to help you with research. Please call (503) 725-4424 to make an appointment with Molly Blalock-Koral. Tours must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. Library Tours begin at the first-floor circulation desk.

Library Instruction for Courses

The Library encourages Portland State faculty and other classroom instructors to schedule a library session tailored to a specific course or assignment. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Sharon Elteto, Library Instruction Coordinator, or you may contact your discipline's assigned subject librarian to arrange for library instructional sessions and/or individual consultations about library resources for courses.

Schedule a library session for your course
Designing effective Library-related assignments for your course

Guides and Tutorials

You may also find the Library's online research guides and tutorials helpful.

See more information about the Library's Instructional Resources and Services.

Other Types of Training Sessions Available on Campus

The Office of Information Technologies (OIT) provides a series of campus training sessions for students on Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Webmail, and more.

The Writing Center's trained professional consultants and staff provide nonjudgmental, collaborative support to students, faculty, and community members in all stages of the writing process.