Workshops, training and events
The following list displays events that are coming up in the next 30 days. To view all upcoming events, use the calendar view.
If you are interested in a workshop but either missed it or it isn't scheduled in the near future, you can check whether a recording is available.
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Improve your Library Search Skills
Monday 24 August 11:00am
Boost your study success by exploring strategies to find the right resources for your assessments and developing your search skills in Library Search. -
Writing Thesis Introductions and Conclusions
Tuesday 25 August 10:00am
This workshop focuses on the key elements of the Introduction and Conclusion chapters in a research thesis and offers practical strategies for engaging your readers. -
Shut Up and Study - in the Library (Bundoora)
Tuesday 25 August 11:00am
Need help staying focused? Join our Shut Up and Study (SUAS) sessions: structured group study designed to help you get things done. -
Assessment Writing Skills
Tuesday 25 August 11:00am
Understand what is expected in academic writing at university, including: academic language, tone, structure, paragraphs, using sources and referencing. And know where to get support for these areas. -
Learn How to Reference
Wednesday 26 August 11:00am
Learn how and when you need to acknowledge the information you are using in your assessments using the Academic Referencing Tool (ART). -
Library Research - Drop-in Session
Wednesday 26 August 12:30pm
Library Research Drop-ins offer a flexible and informal way for Researchers and Graduate Researchers to connect with Research Librarians and receive support when you need it most. -
Shut Up and Study - in the Library (Bundoora)
Wednesday 26 August 1:00pm
Need help staying focused? Join our Shut Up and Study (SUAS) sessions: structured group study designed to help you get things done. -
Shut Up and Study - in the Library (Bundoora)
Thursday 27 August 11:00am
Need help staying focused? Join our Shut Up and Study (SUAS) sessions: structured group study designed to help you get things done. -
Database Demo - Lexis+
Thursday 27 August 12:30pm
Drop in at 12.30 for a live demonstration of a search in Lexis+ -
Using Library Databases and Google Scholar
Thursday 27 August 2:00pm
Boost your study success by exploring strategies to find the right resources for your assessments and developing your search skills in Library databases and Google Scholar. -
Advanced Database Search Skills for Health
Friday 28 August 10:30am
In this advanced database searching session, you will learn how to systematically search Medline as well as translate your search across other databases. -
No results found: Building better search strategies
Tuesday 1 September 2:00pm
Learn to build a search strategy using concept maps, keywords and subject headings. The class will include demonstrations in key research databases. For La Trobe University staff and graduate research students in all disciplines. -
Library Research - Drop-in Session
Wednesday 2 September 12:30pm
Library Research Drop-ins offer a flexible and informal way for Researchers and Graduate Researchers to connect with Research Librarians and receive support when you need it most. -
Searching with AI: Possibilities and pitfalls
Wednesday 2 September 2:00pm
This workshop provides practical guidance on the responsible use of AI in research, including using AI tools to support search strategy development, documenting AI use, and navigating scholarly publishing considerations. -
Write that Assignment: Essays
Thursday 3 September 9:30am
Learn practical strategies for planning and writing academic essays, including structure, paragraphs, evidence, academic tone, and effective introductions and conclusions. -
Writing with Style: Developing Elegance and Personal Voice in your Writing
Thursday 3 September 10:00am
This workshop will examine some creative and practical approaches to help you write in clear and precise language and develop more distinctive and elegant prose. -
Write that Assignment: Reports
Thursday 3 September 11:30am
Learn practical strategies for writing effective academic reports, including purpose and audience, report types, structure, evidence, referencing and the appropriate use of Generative AI. -
Database Demo - InfoRMIT
Thursday 3 September 12:30pm
Drop in at 12.30 for a live demonstration of a search in InfoRMIT -
Using Evidence in your Writing
Thursday 3 September 1:30pm
Learn how to use evidence effectively in academic writing, including quoting, paraphrasing, in-text citations and linking evidence to your claims. -
Getting Back on Track with your Assessments
Thursday 3 September 4:00pm
Learn practical strategies to get back on track with your studies, prioritise tasks, manage your time, take manageable steps and find support when you need it. -
3MT Championship & Graduate Research Poster Finale 2026
Friday 4 September 2:00pm
Join us in person or online to watch La Trobe’s 3MT finalists compete for a place at the 2026 Asia-Pacific Competition. Discover exciting new research, support early career researchers, and vote in the People’s Choice Award. Graduate Research Poster Competition winners will also be announced. -
Developing Effective Paragraphs for Research Writing
Wednesday 9 September 10:00am
Paragraphs are the building blocks for argument in research and thesis writing. This workshop will examine common and disciplinary specific structures of paragraphing to help you improve the logic and coherence of your writing. -
Library Research - Drop-in Session
Wednesday 9 September 12:30pm
Library Research Drop-ins offer a flexible and informal way for Researchers and Graduate Researchers to connect with Research Librarians and receive support when you need it most. -
Zotero 101
Thursday 10 September 10:00am
This session is for students and staff wanting to learn how to use Zotero for reference management. -
Database Demo - Web of Science
Thursday 10 September 12:30pm
Drop in at 12.30 for a live demonstration of a search in Web of Science -
Endnote for Researchers
Thursday 10 September 2:00pm
Learn the fundamentals of using Endnote for reference management including how to populate your library with references from various sources, attach PDFs, create groups and use Cite While you Write to add and edit citations and generate a reference list. For La Trobe University staff and graduate research students. -
Library Research - Drop-in Session
Wednesday 16 September 12:30pm
Library Research Drop-ins offer a flexible and informal way for Researchers and Graduate Researchers to connect with Research Librarians and receive support when you need it most. -
Finding your Voice in Research Writing
Thursday 17 September 10:00am
What does “voice” mean in research writing, and how do I find my own? This workshop will attempt to answer these questions and offer some rhetorical and linguistic strategies for foregrounding your own voice in your writing. -
Database Demo - CINAHL
Thursday 17 September 12:30pm
Drop in at 12.30 for a live demonstration of a search in CINAHL Database - the Cumulative Index for Nursing and Allied Health Literature