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New books and Events & Workshops
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The age of outrage : how to lead in a polarized world
- Karthik Ramanna
Outrage is everywhere-on the left and on the right-and many companies are finding themselves in the crosshairs. People are angry with the world-in some cases, rightfully so-and now view companies as they do governments: as targets of their ire and potential forces for social change. Managing outrage has moved from being an occasional leadership challenge, such as handling a PR crisis, to a necessary and critical leadership capability, like strategic thinking or financial acumen.
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Everyday innovator : 4 powerful habits to cultivate team creativity
- Christian Byrge, PhD.
Today, leaders and employees are expected to demonstrate increased creativity in their work. However, many lack the skills to be creative on command or challenge conventional thinking. This book provides a practical approach to developing creative skills, boosting confidence and foster a culture of creativity in your team. It guides readers through the four key creative skillsets, helping them turn each into a habit.
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Unit X : how the Pentagon and Silicon Valley are transforming the future of war
- Raj M. Shah and Christopher Kirchhoff.
"A riveting inside look at an elite unit within the Pentagon--the Defense Innovation Unit, also known as Unit X--whose mission is to bring Silicon Valley's cutting-edge technology to America's military: from the two men who launched the unit." --
New Books, Events and Workshops
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March 25, 2025 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
DSL Project Room J (Main Library, 2 West)
Receive expert guidance on such topics as: Digital storytelling Digital project management Omeka and other digital exhibit platforms WordPress and other digital publishing platforms Text mining and analysis Digital tools for research and instruction Join us at the Digital Scholarship Lab to get help virtually or in-person from someone who has expertise with these technologies. Whether you’re developing a class assignment or a research project, we’re available to support you. We welcome all levels of experience. This is available to MSU faculty, students, and staff. In-person location: Digital Scholarship Lab, Project Room J Online location: https://msu.zoom.us/j/99982904121 (MSU NetID Required) If these don’t work with your schedule, you can always request a consultation.
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March 25, 2025 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
DSL VR Room (Main Library, 2 West)
Whether you’re a VR first-timer, an immersive data visualizer, a researcher, a game developer, an artist in search of a new medium, an instructor curious about how to use the tech in class, or a student of storytelling, our VR Open Hours are for you! Try out the Digital Scholarship Lab’s HTC Vive Elite XR headsets and learn about our VR Headset loan program. We love to connect people with hardware, software, and each other. The Digital Scholarship Lab will be hosting Open VR every Tuesday from 4:00-7:00pm. Join us to explore the expansive world of Virtual Reality: Immersivity visualize data, anatomy, molecules, math equations, historical sites and events, or even comics. Paint, sculpt, animate, and work with 3D models/environments Learn languages, circuitry, lab chemistry, medical procedure, extended-reality (or "XR," including VR and 360) media production. Play games for transportive narrative, exercise, team building, or just plain fun. Explore the great outdoors, real-world geography, or hypothetical interior designs. Simulate colorblindness, an astronaut experience, or a rollercoaster ride. ... And so much more! For parking information visit http://maps.msu.edu/interactive. If you have questions about accessibility or need to request accommodations, please email lib.dl.accessibility@msu.edu.
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March 27, 2025 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
DSL Project Room J (Main Library, 2 West)
Receive expert guidance on such topics as: Getting set up with GitHub UNIX shell basics Introduction and assistance with coding languages, such as Python Data preparation Developing research software Join us at the Digital Scholarship Lab to get help virtually or in-person from someone who has expertise with these technologies. Whether you’re developing a class assignment or a research project, we’re available to support you. We welcome all levels of experience. This is available to MSU faculty, students, and staff. In-person location: Digital Scholarship Lab, Project Room J Online location: https://msu.zoom.us/j/99982904121 (MSU NetID Required) If these don’t work with your schedule, you can always request a consultation.