Throughout the month of February, the University Libraries hosted a series of workshops and events as part of Love Data Week, celebrating the importance of data in research and the academy. From February 13 to February 16, the Libraries offered a variety of virtual workshops designed to enhance participants' skills in data management, qualitative data analysis, and data visualization.

Each workshop aimed to equip attendees with valuable tools and techniques for handling, analyzing, and presenting data effectively in their research. Participants learned how to create robust data-management plans, ensuring that their research data is properly documented, described, and preserved. They also gained insights into qualitative data analysis techniques using Taguette, QualCoder and Voyant Tools empowering them to extract meaningful insights from textual data. The attendees were introduced to Tableau for creating visually appealing data presentations even without prior programming experience. 

On March 13, the University Libraries hosted a presentation led by Dr. DeeDee Bennett Gayle titled "Technology and Disaster Resilience among Marginalized Populations" in the Science Library Standish Room.

The session showcased Dr. Bennett Gayle's research conducted within the Extreme Events, Social Equity, and Technology Lab. Specific attention was given to two projects focusing on household decision-making dynamics and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout the presentation, attendees were engaged in exploring the influence of emerging information and communications technology (ICT) on disaster resilience. Dr. Bennett Gayle's expertise shed light on the historical challenges faced by marginalized communities during disasters and the pivotal role technology can play in addressing these challenges.