Makerspace Workshop: Upcycled T-Shirt Tote Bags

FVCC Makerspace

Learn the basics of sewing on a machine. Bring an old t-shirt and learn how to upcycle it into a tote bag. All other supplies will be provided. $5 recommended donation for community members. Sign up for this or future Makerspace workshops

Makerspace Workshop: 3D Printing

FVCC Makerspace

Learn about the basic software and steps to use 3D printers. $5 recommended donation for community members. Sign up for this or future Makerspace workshops

Makerspace Workshop: Paper-Making

FVCC Makerspace

Learn how to make paper by upcycled old paper into new! All supplies will be provided. Feel free to bring old paper to shred. $5 recommended donation for community members. Sign up for this or future Makerspace workshops

Makerspace Workshop: How to Alter

FVCC Makerspace

Have you ever needed to alter clothing but not known how? In this workshop, learn the basics of altering clothing. All supplies will be provided. Feel free to bring an item of clothing to alter. $5 recommended donation for community members. Sign up for this or future Makerspace workshops

Makerspace Open Lab Time

FVCC Makerspace

Need assistance with a project or time and space to create? Bring any materials you need and seek assistance from our library team. Free for everyone. Sign up for this or future Makerspace workshops

Makerspace Workshop: Glowforge

FVCC Makerspace

Learn how to use the Glowforge including types of materials and how to create designs. $5 recommended donation for community members. Sign up for this or future Makerspace workshops

Navigating Eagle Online, Eagle Mail and More

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Join for a walk through of Eagle Online and Eagle Mail. We'll ensure your settings are correct, that you know how to navigate online classes, and cover tips for success in online classes plus answer any questions you have.

Computer Essentials: Managing the Technology Mayhem

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Join us to make sure all of your technology is in working order, get free access to Microsoft Office Suite, make sure your passwords are ready, and learn some time-saving computer tips.

Getting Organized: Tips for a Successful Semester

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Let's make a plan to set you up for success this semester. Bring a copy of your schedule, and we'll provide a variety of templates and support.

How To: Desmos Calculator

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Taking a math class this semester? Join us and get ahead of the curve to learn more about using your Desmos calculator.

FVCC Essentials

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

New to campus or not sure about all of the amazing services available to you? Drop by to learn the highlights, important dates to remember, and make the most of your semester.

Navigating Eagle Online, Eagle Mail and More

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Join for a walk through of Eagle Online and learn some helpful computer tips. We'll ensure your settings and passwords are correct, that you know how to navigate online classes, cover tips for success in online classes, get free access to Microsoft Office Suite, and learn some time-saving computer tips plus answer any questions you […]

What Faculty Want You to Know

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

We hear it from you and we hear it from your instructors. Join us to talk communication, expectations, "unspoken" rules, and more.

Getting Organized: Tips for a Successful Semester

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Let's make a plan to set you up for success this semester. Bring a copy of your schedule, and we'll provide a variety of templates and support.

How to: Study Schedule

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Now that you understand the expectations of your instructors and your workload, let's sit down and build a study schedule to set you up for success.

How to: PubMed & PubMed Central

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

PubMed is a free online resource providing over 36 million citations and abstracts of biomedical literature. While it doesn't always include full-text articles, it links out to great resources, including PubMed Central. Join for a brief overview of these two resources and how they can help your nursing and health science classes.

How to: Prompt ChatGPT

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Learn how to build better prompts when working with OpenAI's ChatGPT. We will talk about apps that you can install and cover some tips and tricks to get ChatGPT to work for you. *Note: This does not change your instructors' policies surrounding AI use in class*

Art & Chill

FVCC Makerspace

Join us for creative connection while we make matchbox shrines using positive affirmations, self mottos and symbolism.

STEM Colloquium: A Career in Science Communcation

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Join us for this week's STEM Colloquium for "A Career in Science Communication", a presentation by Berly McCoy, Ph.D. Berly McCoy will talk about what she does as a science podcast producer and what led her toward this career path. She'll also provide a big picture look at the diverse field of science communication and […]

How to: Canva Basics

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Need to create posters, presentations, and more for your class assignments? Learn how to use Canva, an online design tool, to make your life easier.

How to: Budgeting Basics

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Join us before those refund checks hit to figure out your budget for the rest of the semester. We will have budgeting templates and talk through budgeting best practices.

How to: Body Scanning & Meditation

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Join for a few quick tips on how to lower your stress levels with body scanning and quick guided meditations. We will do walk throughs of both, so it's a great way to take a study break and relax a bit.

How to: Build Better Google Searches

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Most of us use Google on a daily basis, but do you know the tips and tricks to speed up and refine your searches on this search engine behemoth? Join us to learn how.

STEM Colloquium: The Synthesis of Lactose Functionalized Dendrimers

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Join us for this week's STEM Colloquium for "The Synthesis of Lactose Functionalized Dendrimers", a presentation by Alisa Phattharaampornchai, FVCC 2024 Alumni. This project studies how a protein called galectin-3, which is found in many cancers, interacts with carbohydrates. Scientists are creating special molecules called glycodendrimers, which have lactose attached to them, to see how […]

How to: EBSCO Databases

FVCC Makerspace

The FVCC Library provides 176 databases and 13 are hosted by EBSCO. Join us to learn the specifics of searching EBSCO databases, including best strategies, unique features, and more. Note: This workshop is held in the Library Makerspace.

How to: ProQuest Databases

FVCC Makerspace

The FVCC Library provides 176 databases and 57 are hosted by ProQuest. Join us to learn the specifics of searching ProQuest databases, including best strategies, unique features, and more. Note: This workshop is held in the Library Makerspace.

How to: Gale Databases

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

The FVCC Library provides 176 databases and 55 are hosted by Gale. Join us to learn the specifics of searching Gale databases, including best strategies, unique features, and more.