How to: Build Better Google Searches
Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215Most 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.
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STEM Colloquium: The Synthesis of Lactose Functionalized Dendrimers
Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215Join 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 MakerspaceThe 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 MakerspaceThe 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, BL214/215The 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.
STEM Colloquium: Astrobiology-The Search for Life in the Universe
Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215Join us for this week's STEM Colloquium for "Astrobiology-The Search for Life in the Universe" a presentation by Sarah Rugheimer, PhD, Astrophysics, Allan I Carsell Chair, York University. FVCC Alumni. Prof. Sarah Rugheimer is an astrophysicist and the Allan I Carswell Chair at York University in Toronto. She works on how to detect life on […]
Festival of Flavors Grand Wine Tasting, September 28, 2024
Stinson Family Event Center, Wachholz College CenterIt's our biggest gala of the year! Join the FVCC Foundation for our 2024 Festival of Flavors Grand Wine Tasting. Savor food samples from a variety of local caterers, sip on wine pairings from our event sponsor Summit Beverage, and bid in the exciting live and silent auction.
Writing Lab Workshop: APA Citations and References
Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215Bring your sources for your research project or essay! We will create APA-style citations and references for your sources in real time to prepare your project for final submission and alleviate documentation stress.
Study Skills, Tips & Tricks
Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215Learn how to study smarter, not harder. We'll discuss study tips, note taking, and ways to utilize your time when you're already busy.
How to: Zotero
FVCC MakerspaceDrop in for a quick tutorial on Zotero, a free citation manager that can help you stay organized while you find research for your different classes.
Pop on Over to TRIO!
Student Lounge (LRC 102)Pop over to the student lounge (LRC 102) on Wednesday, 10/02, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. to see a demonstration. Grab some popcorn while you're there, and learn about Pear Deck for TRIO students—free 24/7 online tutoring!
Pomodoro Study Hour
Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215Try out the Pomodoro study method during this study hour. You bring your schoolwork, and we will provide the structure. See what people are talking about and if it works for you.
Writing Lab Workshop: APA Citations and References
Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215Bring your sources for your research project or essay! We will create APA-style citations and references for your sources in real time to prepare your project for final submission and alleviate documentation stress.
How to: Learning Styles
Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215What do people mean when they say they're a visual or kinestetic learner? Let's talk fact and fiction about learning styles and see which ones might work for you.
Colors of Noise Study Hour
Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215Join us for an interactive study hour where we will rotate through different types of music to see what helps you focus best. We'll experiment with lo-fi, sound machines, classical, jazz, nature, and more. Bring your homework and we'll bring the beats.
STEM Colloquium: Macroautophagy in the corneal endothelium – friend or foe?
Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215Join us for this week's STEM Colloquium for "Macroautophagy in the corneal endothelium - friend or foe?" a presentation by Jess Skeie, PhD, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, University of Iowa. Dr. Skeie will discuss understanding the role of organelle degradation and recycling in non-proliferating cells to determine dynamic shifts between health and disease.