This workshop will discuss the concept of fair use doctrine as it applies to images, the difference between copyrighted and public domain works, the concept of transformative use, and the factors used in fair use analysis. Navigating artists’ rights will also be covered. Hands-on activities are included. Led by Alexis Mucha, Director of Rights, Sales, Production, Promotion of Publications and Barb Elam, Digital Collections Metadata Librarian and Study Collection Manager.

Thursday, March 20, 12:15–1:15 pm | 5th Floor Classroom
RSVP: julia.cullen@bgc.bard.edu

Review the guidelines for abstract writing in the context of writing your abstract. Bring a draft of your QP abstract for workshopping. Led by Helen Polson, Associate Professor of Practice in Writing.

Monday, March 24, 12:15–1:15 pm | 5th Floor Classroom
RSVP: julia.cullen@bgc.bard.edu

Learn how to use a 3D printer and print an object of your own! This workshop is an introduction to the process of developing a 3D printed object and the basics of working with 3D printers and printing materials. We’ll walk through how to create a 3D model of a vase in SketchUp and the steps for preparing your model to be printed using 3D printer software. Come explore making in three dimensions as you build skills in technical design and fabrication. Led by Julie Fuller, Digital Humanities Educational Technologist.

This workshop counts as a Skill Training workshop for the Museum Practice, Digital Scholarship, and Public Engagement concentration.

Wednesday, March 26, 12:15–1:15 pm | DML
RSVP: julia.cullen@bgc.bard.edu

Ask your last minute questions for qualifying paper projects, due the following Monday. Led by Helen Polson, Associate Professor in Practice of Writing.

Monday, March 31, 12:15–1:15 pm | On Zoom
RSVP: julia.cullen@bgc.bard.edu

This workshop looks closely at expanding WordPress through the Divi Builder and Divi Theme, a set of tools that lets users fully customize the look and functionality of websites without any coding knowledge. Working with Divi’s toolkit, participants will learn how to implement advanced layout designs, develop templates, dynamic page content, and integrate multimedia. This workshop will prove helpful for anyone looking to have more control over the design and functionality of their web-based projects. Led by Jesse Merandy, Director of Digital Humanities/Exhibitions.

This workshop counts as a Skill Training workshop for the Museum Practice, Digital Scholarship, and Public Engagement concentration.

Wednesday, April 2, 12:15–1:15 pm | DML
RSVP: julia.cullen@bgc.bard.edu