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Lunch & Learn: UW Libraries and Accessible Course Readings

This month we are pleased to welcome Alyssa Deutschler and Perry Yee from UW Libraries! UW Libraries is committed to providing equal access to library collections, services and facilities for all library users. Staff actively work to improve accessibility across all of our digital resources. In this session, you will receive tips and recommendations to effectively find and share course materials via UW Libraries. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/meeting/register/3fDaOA4pTmarT5oQBuPfTA. Accessibility Contact: ats-events@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Workshops. Event sponsors: Accessible Technology Services (ATS) https://www.washington.edu/accesstech/ Mary-Colleen Jenkins, mcj6@uw.edu, 206-221-4168. Target Audience: Instructors. Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Fall Quarter Recording Studio Office Hours

Open Scholarship Recording Studio Office Hours provide beginner-friendly support for students, faculty and staff who have quick questions or need help getting unstuck with audio or video projects. During office hours, patrons can get quick troubleshooting support, such as help with microphone setup, audio input issues, background noise, recording quality, or basic equipment use. The office hours also include short skill-building sessions, such as introductions to Adobe Audition, Audacity, or Microsoft Clipchamp and basic audio and video editing workflows. Register by emailing: osctech@uw.edu. Zoom appointments available by arrangement. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Suzzallo Library (SUZ). Campus room: Open Scholarship Commons Group Workspace A. Accessibility Contact: osctech@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops. Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

First Wednesday Concert

UW Libraries and the UW School of Music collaborate to bring the free First Wednesday Concert Series to the public each month. The series features School of Music students in approximately hour-long sets, strategically occurring during lunchtime in hopes of audience members attending during a break in their day.  See also - UW Daily: First Wednesday Concert Series brings the School of Music to the public. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Allen Library (ALB). Accessibility Contact: adamhall@uw.edu. Event Types: Performances. Event sponsors: UW School of Music and UW Libraries. Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM. For more info visit music.washington.edu.

Publishing Books and Journals with Manifold (Online)

Open Scholarship Learn how to create the world's fastest book using the Manifold digital book publishing platform! Manifold offers the opportunity to upload texts, seamlessly integrate images, media, and more into your text, and allows users to annotate texts within the platform. You'll come away from this workshop with a text of your choice (either your own or a sample text that will be provided) loaded into Manifold with images added to the text. This workshop includes a mix of lectures and hands-on time that you’ll spend learning to build your own digital book. Recording of any kind is strictly prohibited during our workshops unless prior authorization has been given. This includes, but is not limited to, AI and other automated recording bots and tools. This policy ensures a safe, respectful, and focused environment for all participants. We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining the integrity of our sessions. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: dburns5@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Target Audience: UW students, postdoctoral researchers, faculty and staff. Thursday, November 5, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.

EXHIBIT: A Century of Stories: Suzzallo Library Through the Years

Special Collections Celebrate the centennial of Suzzallo Library by exploring its architectural legacy, visionary architect Carl Gould, and the evolving University of Washington campus. Following former President Henry Suzzallo's death in 1933, students demanded the library be named in his honor. Through historic photographs, drawings, documents, and artifacts, this exhibit traces the library’s creation as a Cathedral of Knowledge and the university's intellectual and symbolic heart. Discover Gould’s influential vision for a cohesive campus plan inspired by Collegiate Gothic architecture, and explore how the university’s buildings, landscapes, and public spaces have transformed over the past century. Reflecting on 100 years of scholarship, community, and architectural ambition, the exhibit celebrates Suzzallo Library as both a landmark and an enduring symbol of the UW experience. Event interval: Ongoing event. Campus room: Special Collections Lobby. Accessibility Contact: Lisa Oberg. Event Types: Exhibits. Friday, November 6, 2026 – Friday, August 27, 2027.

Fall Quarter Recording Studio Office Hours

Open Scholarship Recording Studio Office Hours provide beginner-friendly support for students, faculty and staff who have quick questions or need help getting unstuck with audio or video projects. During office hours, patrons can get quick troubleshooting support, such as help with microphone setup, audio input issues, background noise, recording quality, or basic equipment use. The office hours also include short skill-building sessions, such as introductions to Adobe Audition, Audacity, or Microsoft Clipchamp and basic audio and video editing workflows. Register by emailing: osctech@uw.edu. Zoom appointments available by arrangement. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Suzzallo Library (SUZ). Campus room: Open Scholarship Commons Group Workspace A. Accessibility Contact: osctech@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

TEAL Digital Scholarship Series 2026-27: New Methods in Computational Sinology

Tateuchi East Asia Library Please join us for the 2026–2027 TEAL Digital Scholarship Series featuring guest speaker Jeffrey Thrasen from the University of Chicago. Jeffrey Tharsen 康森傑 Associate Director of Technology Division of the Arts & Humanities University of Chicago New Methods in Computational Sinology: From Digital Phonological Databases to Intertextuality to Agentic AI Recent years have witnessed a sea change in computational approaches to the humanities and sinology is no exception. This talk explores recent developments in computational sinology through three high-profile projects: First, the Digital Etymological Dictionary of Old Chinese 古漢語詞源字典 was created by digitizing and curating a wide range of lexica and dictionaries for premodern Chinese phonology and these were then linked to any text via algorithms to provide a scalable and reproducible foundation for the study of premodern Chinese phonology, prosody and phonorhetoric. Second, new computational methods to detect intertextual relationships provide a means to… Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Gowen Hall (GWN). Campus room: Tateuchi East Asia Library 2M Seminar Room. Accessibility Contact: hkyi@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Lectures/Seminars. Event sponsors: Tateuchi East Asia Library. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.

Veterans Day

Holidays No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Autumn. Event Types: Academics. Wednesday, November 11, 2026. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

EXTERNAL EVENT: From Dissertation to Book: Navigating the Publication Process

Open Scholarship Open and Interdisciplinary Research Support at the UW Libraries is pleased to promote this external Authors Alliance event! Hear from a panel of experts—an acquisitions editor, a first-time book author, and an author rights expert—about the process of turning your dissertation into a book. You’ll come away from this panel discussion with practical advice about revising your dissertation, writing a book proposal, approaching editors, signing your first contract, and navigating the peer review and publication process. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iK-fuYbVS7WS6Xiy41V6YA. Accessibility Contact: info@authorsalliance.org. Event Types: Academics. Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Fall Quarter Recording Studio Office Hours

Open Scholarship Recording Studio Office Hours provide beginner-friendly support for students, faculty and staff who have quick questions or need help getting unstuck with audio or video projects. During office hours, patrons can get quick troubleshooting support, such as help with microphone setup, audio input issues, background noise, recording quality, or basic equipment use. The office hours also include short skill-building sessions, such as introductions to Adobe Audition, Audacity, or Microsoft Clipchamp and basic audio and video editing workflows. Register by emailing: osctech@uw.edu. Zoom appointments available by arrangement. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Suzzallo Library (SUZ). Campus room: Open Scholarship Commons Group Workspace A. Accessibility Contact: osctech@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops. Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Recording A Journalistic Interview Workshop

Open Scholarship In this workshop, participants will learn how to plan, record, and conduct a journalistic interview, We will cover basic interview structure, open-ended questions, microphone setup, and sound checks. Audience will also have time to practice recording a short interview and receive basic troubleshooting tips. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Allen Library (ALB). Campus room: Research Commons Green A. Accessibility Contact: osctech@uw.edu. Event Types: Workshops. Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.

Workshop: Medieval Manuscripts at UW

Renowned medieval manuscript scholar Dr. Lisa Fagin Davis, Executive Director of the Medieval Academy of America and adjunct faculty at Simmons University's School of Library and Information Science, will lead a workshop on medieval manuscripts and manuscript fragments held by UW Special Collections. Please register for this workshop by 5:00pm, November 17, 2026. Workshop capacity is 24. All are welcome, but preference will be given to students. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0O4pCDkstSn0M1I6_8LLmTc3PRY3dDTSWoJTU7yY355x_4g/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=110434663420772396880. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Allen Library (ALB). Campus room: Special Collections Classroom, B069, Allen Library South, Basement. Accessibility Contact: jktanaka@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Workshops. Event sponsors: Co-sponsored by UW Special Collections, UW Textual Studies, and the Book Club of Washington. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff, community members. Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.

"Medieval Manuscripts in the Emerald City" by Lisa Fagin Davis

Renowned medieval manuscript scholar Dr. Lisa Fagin Davis, Executive Director of the Medieval Academy of America and adjunct faculty at Simmons University's School of Library and Information Science, will present on medieval manuscripts preserved in collections throughout the Emerald City. Dr. Davis is internationally recognized for her work on manuscript fragments, paleography, and digital manuscript reconstruction. She is also a leading researcher of the mysterious Voynich manuscript, an undeciphered text that has captivated scholars and the public alike for centuries. Please join us for this fascinating lecture exploring Seattle's medieval manuscript holdings. A reception with refreshments and an opportunity to meet and speak with Dr. Davis will follow the presentation. Please help give us an idea about attendance by registering for this event. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSer5hlPIUOUBkpJUgFCJ0nJ9cUEyUIrGL1A0viRQNRy7EAtVQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=110434663420772396880. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Allen Library (ALB). Campus room: Petersen Room, 4th floor, Allen Library North. Accessibility Contact: jktanaka@uw.edu. Event Types: Lectures/Seminars. Special Events. Academics. Event sponsors: Co-sponsored by UW Special Collections, UW Textual Studies, and the Book Club of Washington. Target Audience: students, faculty, staff, public. Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.

Scholars' Studio (Libraries & GSA sponsored event)

Open Scholarship Scholars' Studio is a quarterly event featuring up to 10 short presentations (5 minutes each) by UW graduate students and postdocs. Each quarter we invite proposals for talks on a theme, in order to encourage cross-disciplinary sharing of research. The event is fast paced and fun. It includes a Q&A with presenters, and a reception. Presenters receive feedback on their presentations through feedback forms distributed to audience members. Scholars’ Studio is an excellent opportunity for grad students looking to make connections and build presentation skills. The fall in-person event is on Thursday, November 19th, 3 – 4 p.m. in the Allen Library South Research Commons. Proposals are due 10.29.26 by 5 p.m. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Allen Library (ALB). Campus room: Research Commons Green A. Accessibility Contact: mundtm@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Student Activities. Thursday, November 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Fall Quarter Recording Studio Office Hours

Open Scholarship Recording Studio Office Hours provide beginner-friendly support for students, faculty and staff who have quick questions or need help getting unstuck with audio or video projects. During office hours, patrons can get quick troubleshooting support, such as help with microphone setup, audio input issues, background noise, recording quality, or basic equipment use. The office hours also include short skill-building sessions, such as introductions to Adobe Audition, Audacity, or Microsoft Clipchamp and basic audio and video editing workflows. Register by emailing: osctech@uw.edu. Zoom appointments available by arrangement. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Suzzallo Library (SUZ). Campus room: Open Scholarship Commons Group Workspace A. Accessibility Contact: osctech@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops. Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Thanksgiving Day

Holidays No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Autumn. Event Types: Academics. Thursday, November 26, 2026. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Native American Heritage Day

Holidays No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2026. Quarter: Autumn. Event Types: Academics. Friday, November 27, 2026. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Fall Quarter Recording Studio Office Hours

Open Scholarship Recording Studio Office Hours provide beginner-friendly support for students, faculty and staff who have quick questions or need help getting unstuck with audio or video projects. During office hours, patrons can get quick troubleshooting support, such as help with microphone setup, audio input issues, background noise, recording quality, or basic equipment use. The office hours also include short skill-building sessions, such as introductions to Adobe Audition, Audacity, or Microsoft Clipchamp and basic audio and video editing workflows. Register by emailing: osctech@uw.edu. Zoom appointments available by arrangement. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Suzzallo Library (SUZ). Campus room: Open Scholarship Commons Group Workspace A. Accessibility Contact: osctech@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops. Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

First Wednesday Concert

UW Libraries and the UW School of Music collaborate to bring the free First Wednesday Concert Series to the public each month. The series features School of Music students in approximately hour-long sets, strategically occurring during lunchtime in hopes of audience members attending during a break in their day.  See also - UW Daily: First Wednesday Concert Series brings the School of Music to the public. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Allen Library (ALB). Accessibility Contact: adamhall@uw.edu. Event Types: Performances. Event sponsors: UW School of Music and UW Libraries. Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM. For more info visit music.washington.edu.

EXTERNAL EVENT: Research & Writing in the Age of AI: Legal and Practical Considerations

Open Scholarship Open and Interdisciplinary Research Support at the UW Libraries is pleased to promote this external Authors Alliance event! This workshop will help you navigate the legal and practical questions that AI tools raise for academic authors. We’ll cover how using generative AI in your research and writing can affect your copyright and authorship, what current publisher and journal policies require you to disclose, and how AI training on scholarly work intersects with your rights as an author. You’ll leave with a working understanding of where the law currently stands, what remains unsettled, and how to make informed choices about using these tools in your own work. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/9WTPoDwNQyiywzKt0rV7yA. Accessibility Contact: info@authorsalliance.org. Event Types: Academics. Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Fall Quarter Recording Studio Office Hours

Open Scholarship Recording Studio Office Hours provide beginner-friendly support for students, faculty and staff who have quick questions or need help getting unstuck with audio or video projects. During office hours, patrons can get quick troubleshooting support, such as help with microphone setup, audio input issues, background noise, recording quality, or basic equipment use. The office hours also include short skill-building sessions, such as introductions to Adobe Audition, Audacity, or Microsoft Clipchamp and basic audio and video editing workflows. Register by emailing: osctech@uw.edu. Zoom appointments available by arrangement. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Suzzallo Library (SUZ). Campus room: Open Scholarship Commons Group Workspace A. Accessibility Contact: osctech@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops. Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Fall Quarter Recording Studio Office Hours

Open Scholarship Recording Studio Office Hours provide beginner-friendly support for students, faculty and staff who have quick questions or need help getting unstuck with audio or video projects. During office hours, patrons can get quick troubleshooting support, such as help with microphone setup, audio input issues, background noise, recording quality, or basic equipment use. The office hours also include short skill-building sessions, such as introductions to Adobe Audition, Audacity, or Microsoft Clipchamp and basic audio and video editing workflows. Register by emailing: osctech@uw.edu. Zoom appointments available by arrangement. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Suzzallo Library (SUZ). Campus room: Open Scholarship Commons Group Workspace A. Accessibility Contact: osctech@uw.edu. Event Types: Information Sessions. Workshops. Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

Christmas Day

Holidays No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2027. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics. Friday, December 25, 2026. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

New Year's Day

Holidays No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2027. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics. Friday, January 1, 2027. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

First Wednesday Concert

UW Libraries and the UW School of Music collaborate to bring the free First Wednesday Concert Series to the public each month. The series features School of Music students in approximately hour-long sets, strategically occurring during lunchtime in hopes of audience members attending during a break in their day.  See also - UW Daily: First Wednesday Concert Series brings the School of Music to the public. Event interval: Single day event. Campus location: Allen Library (ALB). Accessibility Contact: adamhall@uw.edu. Event Types: Performances. Event sponsors: UW School of Music and UW Libraries. Wednesday, January 6, 2027, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM. For more info visit music.washington.edu.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Holidays No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2027. Quarter: Winter. Event Types: Academics. Monday, January 18, 2027. For more info visit www.washington.edu.