Calendar : College of Liberal Arts : Texas State University

Test Prep Boot Camp

Monday, May 13, 10 a.m. – Tuesday, May 14, 3 p.m.

Location:: Alkek 441/442
Cost:: Free
Contact:: Project Maestros
maestros@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:: Project Maestros

Need help reviewing for your ESL or PPR Exams?

Join us for a FREE 2-day Test Prep Boot Camp! Participants will also receive FREE access to 240 Tutoring.

Day 1, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.: ESL Review
Day 2, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.: PPR Review

Registration is now closed.

Attendees must have OEP test approval in order to participate. Participation in the Test Prep Boot Camp does not count towards the C3 Certificate.

Texas State Baseball at McNeese

Tuesday, May 14

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Location:: Lake Charles, La.
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Texas State Baseball at McNeese
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Carpentries Workshop: R for Reproducible Scientific Data

Tuesday, May 14, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. until May 14

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Location:: Alkek Library Rm 452
Cost:: $25
Contact:: Xuan Zhou, x_zhou@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:: University Libraries

This two-day, hands-on workshop will cover key concepts in data analysis and visualization using R, with a focus on working with tabular data, writing custom functions, and creating publication-quality graphics. Participants will also gain familiarity with RStudio and strategies for seeking assistance. Whether you’re new to programming or looking to expand your skills in R, this workshop is designed to meet your needs. The curriculum includes: The Unix Shell, Version Control with Git, and R for Reproducible Scientific Analysis.

This workshop is for learners who have little to no prior computational experience. The instructors put a priority on creating a friendly environment to empower researchers and enable data-driven discovery. Even those with some experience will benefit, as the goal is to teach not only how to do analyses, but also how to manage the process to make it as automated and reproducible as possible. The fee for the workshop is $25. Snacks and lunches will be provided during the workshop sessions. Learn more from our blog. Click here for more information

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Alkek Library Staff Recommendations Book Display

Wednesday, May 15 until June 13

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Location:: Alkek Library; Floors 1, 4, and 7
Cost:: Free
Contact:: Karina Martin
cby24@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:: University Libraries

Do you always wonder which books the Alkek Library staff are reading? Come and check out the book recommendations at the Alkek Library. You can find them on the 1st, 4th and 7th floors every day through December 2024.

BOOST: Crisis Communication

Thursday, May 16, Noon – 1 p.m.

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Location:: Online Only
Cost:: Free
Contact:: Shelby Snead, ECHO_TXST@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:: Translational Health Research Center

Register today to join BOOST, Business Owners Online Support Training, a virtual limited series that brings together small business leaders, industry experts, and researchers in a collaborative network. Attend all three sessions to acquire a variety of services and tools that support small business success. Click here for more information

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Texas State Baseball at Southern Miss

Thursday, May 16, 6 – 9 p.m.

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Location:: Hattiesburg, Miss.
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Texas State Baseball at Southern Miss
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Soil Health & Grazing School

Friday, May 17, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

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Cost:: $20
Contact:: Hunter Francis: chz18@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:: Agricultural Sciences

Join Small Producers Initiative at Texas State University (SPI) for a comprehensive look at the essentials involved in regenerative grazing using soil health principles with Small Producers Initiative (SPI) director and Holistic Management International (HMI) staff at a day-long workshop at SKM Homestead in Fentress. Topics will include:

· The tenets of soil health and how to achieve them

· How to build resilient soils on your farm without fertilizer

· Understanding the value of microbes and how to get more from them

· Soil health metrics such as infiltration rates, forage Brix, worm casting counts, soil color indicators and aggregate stability

· Grazing practices and stocking density

· Field observations and assessments

· Nutrient and water management & more!

Cost: $20

Lunch will be provided, and detailed directions will be sent to workshop participants a few days prior to the event. Please register for this event by noon on May 16, 2024. Click here for more information

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Texas State Baseball at Southern Miss

Friday, May 17, 6 – 9 p.m.

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Location:: Hattiesburg, Miss.
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Texas State Baseball at Southern Miss

Saturday, May 18, 1 – 4 p.m.

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Location:: Hattiesburg, Miss.
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Texas State Baseball at Southern Miss
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Texas State Baseball vs TBD

Tuesday, May 21

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Location:: Montgomery, Ala., Riverwalk Stadium
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Texas State Baseball vs TBD
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Kudos and Karaoke: Staff Awards and Appreciation Event

Tuesday, May 21, 1:30 – 5 p.m.

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Location:: University Events Center
Cost:: Free
Contact:: Holly Hirsch - Office of Special Projects
rsvp@txstate.edu
Campus Sponsor:: Office of the President

President Damphousse will host the inaugural Staff Awards and Appreciation Event on Tuesday, May 21. All university staff members are encouraged to attend. The event will begin with the staff awards celebration at 1:30 p.m. followed by a staff social lasting until 5:00 p.m. The social will feature refreshments and a karaoke DJ. Staff members and teams will have the option to showcase their talents on stage. More details will be shared with staff by email.