Getting Organized: Tips for a Successful Semester

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Let's make a plan to set you up for success this semester. Bring a copy of your schedule, and we'll provide a variety of templates and support.

Computer Essentials: Eagle Online, EagleMail, & More

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Join us for a walkthrough of Eagle Online, setting up EagleMail, and making sure your technology is in working order. We will make sure you have all of the tools you need to start the semester off on the right foot. Plus you'll set up your FREE Microsoft Office.

Study Skills, Tips, & Tricks

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Learn how to study smarter, not harder. We'll discuss study tips, note taking, and ways to utilize your time when you're already busy.

How to: Study Schedule

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Now that you understand the expectations of your instructors and your workload, let's sit down and build a study schedule to set you up for success.

Taxes: Preparing for Tax Preparation

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Let's take a look at what you actually need to gather at tax time: W-2s, 1099s (work + gig), 1098-T (tuition), scholarship letters, interest forms, and proof for credits/deductions. And, we'll provide and review a printable, quick checklist with a mini 'tax glossary' for tax-time to avoid last-minute panic.

How to: Canva Basics

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Need to create posters, presentations, and more for your class assignments? Learn how to use Canva, an online design tool, to make your life easier. This workshop is located in the FVCC Makerspace

How to: PubMed & PubMed Central

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

PubMed is a free online resource providing over 36 million citations and abstracts of biomedical literature. While it doesn't always include full-text articles, it links out to great resources, including PubMed Central. Join for a brief overview of these two resources and how they can help your nursing and health science classes.

How to: Access eBooks

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

eBooks are an important part of academic research. Join us to learn about eBook access, the app to make it easier, and how to utilize searching to simplify finding the information you need in an eBook.

How to: Build Better Google Searches

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Most of us use Google on a daily basis, but do you know the tips and tricks to speed up and refine your searches on this search engine behemoth? Join us to learn how.

Taxes: Ready to File

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

This session focuses on student-friendly tax breaks and common pitfalls. We'll take a look at American Opportunity and Lifetime Learning Credits, how scholarships/1098-T work, and basics for gig work - what counts as income, simple expense tracking, and when self-employment tax applies. A few short tax scenarios will help us along the way.

How to: EBSCO Databases

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

The FVCC Library provides 184 databases and 13 are hosted by EBSCO. Join us to learn the specifics of searching EBSCO databases, including best strategies, unique features, and more.

How to: ProQuest Databases

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

The FVCC Library provides 184 databases and 57 are hosted by ProQuest. Join us to learn the specifics of searching ProQuest databases, including best strategies, unique features, and more.

How to: Gale Databases

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

The FVCC Library provides 184 databases and 55 are hosted by Gale. Join us to learn the specifics of searching Gale databases, including best strategies, unique features, and more.

How To: Zotero

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Drop in for a quick tutorial on Zotero, a free citation manager that can help you stay organized while you find research for your different classes.

Study Skills, Tips, & Tricks

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Learn how to study smarter, not harder. We'll discuss study tips, note taking, and ways to utilize your time when you're already busy.

Responsible Use of AI

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Let's have a conversation around AI. Learn the basics of how it works, talk about ethical use, and how it relates (or doesn't) to your classes at FVCC and beyond. This workshop is located in the FVCC Makerspace.

Colors of Noise Study Hour

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Join us for an interactive study hour where we rotate through different types of music to see what helps you focus best. We'll experiment with lo-fi, sound machines, classical, jazz, nature, and more. Bring your homework and we'll bring the beats.

How To: Zotero

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Drop in for a quick tutorial on Zotero, a free citation manager that can help you stay organized while you find research for your different classes.

Study Skills, Tips, & Tricks

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Learn how to study smarter, not harder. We'll discuss study tips, note taking, and ways to utilize your time when you're already busy.

Taxes: Ready to File

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Missed the tax workshops earlier this semester or want a second pass? We'll highlight information from the first two workshops if you are playing catch up for tax preparation this year.

Taxes: Advanced Tax Topics for Students to Consider

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

There are potential tax savings out there, even for students. We'll discuss potential tax strategies for education, health, retirement, and more.

Test Anxiety: How to Study and Prepare for Exams

Broussard Library Classrooms, BL214/215

Test anxiety looks different for everyone. Learn how to make the most of your time, manage stress, and use techniques for fighting anxiety and procrastination.