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The Penn Libraries plays an essential role in advancing the University’s mission as a premier institution of research, teaching, and learning. We enrich the experience of every student by providing access to the expertise of talented librarians; distinctive resources; collaborative and welcoming spaces; and engaging programming. Our ability to advance knowledge to power Penn and better the world would not be possible without the generosity of our alumni, donors, parents, and friends. Join us today.

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Workshop

March 10, 2026

Visualizing landscapes in 3D using QGIS (online)

Discover how to bring landscapes to life with 3D visualizations in QGIS! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create stunning 3D models from geographic data, explore terrain visualization techniques, and gain insights into real-world applications.

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Online

Open to Penn Students, Faculty, and Staff

Lecture

March 11, 2026

Penn Libraries Presents: 250 years of Jewish History: A Look at Jewish Life and Culture Through Penn's Judaica Collections

In honor of the America 250 events happening across the country, this presentation will explore over 250 years of Jewish history, academic studies, and culture through the special collections found at Penn.

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meyerson Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center; and Online

Open to the Public

March 12, 2026

Introduction to Bookbinding: Saddle stitch, accordions and single page books

This workshop explores the fundamentals of hand bookbinding, including basic sewing and paper-folding skills, vocabulary, and the use of bookbinding tools.

11:00am - 1:00pm
Fisher B Level Seminar Room