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DH minor alumni: your input wanted!
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Researchers at Purdue University are conducting a survey to assess the job satisfaction of individuals who pursued Digital Humanities during their time in higher education. The goal is to evaluate how well undergraduate and graduate programs prepare students for careers in fields such as academia, industry, and the public sector. The survey should only take about 20 minutes to complete and is completely anonymous unless individuals opt in to further communication.

Take the survey

Humanities Undergraduate Research Fellowships
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The Humanities Undergraduate Research Fellowship (HURF) Program provides humanities undergraduate students with an opportunity to undertake a 16-week research project under the guidance of a UO faculty mentor during the winter and spring terms, and to present their work at the Undergraduate Research Symposium in May.

During the fellowship period, the cohort of fellows meets regularly to workshop their projects and participate in seminars on topics such as developing research skills, communicating research orally and in writing, understanding the ethics of research, and preparing for graduate school and/or other career opportunities. Fellows receive a $2,500 stipend, faculty mentors receive a $500 stipend.

Applications are due Sunday, November 16, 2025.

Fall 2025 Offerings from Data Services
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Whether you’re learning technical skills, acquiring data for research, or building digital exhibits, the data experts at UO Libraries can help you along the way.

Consultations

Data Services supports students in tasks like R and Python programming, statistical testing, GIS tools, survey design, version control, high-performance computing, and data management. Consultations are available in-person or over Zoom. For drop-in help, the Data Services Help Desk is open weekdays 11am – 4pm by Knight Library 135.
Data Services also offers free workshops on Python, R, ArcGIS, QGIS, and GitHub.
  • Python is a great first programming language, while those with Python experience might like Wrangling Data with Python.
  • If you enjoy crafting, check out the GIS & The Makerspace workshop, which introduces ArcGIS Pro through creating laser-cut acrylic maps, supplies included. For a light introduction to GIS, two sessions of Introduction to ArcGIS Online are available.
  • R and RStudio are loved by statisticians and social scientists; come try R out in a beginner-friendly space.
  • Finally, the GitHub Desktop workshop teaches version control essentials for programmers.

Social Events

Looking for something more casual? Join the Data & AI Book Club, or attend bi-weekly Coffee & Code talks over snacks and tea in the Knight Library DREAM Lab. This term’s Coffee & Code features a Meet Data Services event in Week 1 and a talk from Data Science major Calista Gerard on October 17th. And stay tuned for more details about a talk from GIS Librarian Chelsea Nestel in November.