Past Events

How can everyday objects be used to control computers? In this session, you’ll learn how you can use the Makey Makey invention kit to turn ordinary objects into computer keyboards.

Struggling to think of a dissertation topic? Hitting a dead end with your research methodology? Emotionally and mentally drained because you can’t find the information you need for your research?Postgraduate work is tough, but with a little help from your fellow PhD students, you can survive it. Our informal postgraduate peer support network (P2SN) for aspiring and current postgraduate students is an opportunity to exchange information and knowledge, share expertise, and provide each other intellectual and emotional support.

Digital devices can be valuable learning tools, but they can also distract children. This session will teach parents how they can effectively monitor their children’s internet and device use.

Have you ever read a story for your little child? Do you want to learn how to tell stories to young children? Learn the facts about the importance of reading for the little ones.

Learn the basics of citation management through RefWorks. The session will cover how to collect references from various online databases, how to save and manage them in RefWorks, how to cite references automatically in a Word document, and how to produce extensive bibliographies in no time.

In this workshop, you will go on a journey to explore several aspects of yourself. A number of tests and metrics will help you understand your personality, your way of thinking and how these may affect your future.

Musicians from Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra perform a Viennese New-Year’s style concert in the monthly free chamber series.

An important part of scientific research is sharing it. In this workshop, you'll learn how to present your research to others at your school or university in a professional way, without fear or stress.

Join this casual gathering of knitters and crocheters every Thursday from 9:00 – 11:00 AM to work on projects and share skills in a friendly atmosphere. Participants are welcome to bring their own supplies and projects or borrow the Library’s needles and yarn. All skill levels are welcome, including beginners who are interested in learning. Be sure to check out our collection of books on knitting and crochet while you’re here!

Professional photographer Rawda Al-Rasheed will lead this two-day workshop in which you'll learn the basics of digital photography. Bring your camera and we'll show you how, with the right shutter speeds, aperture settings, ISO settings, light, exposure and camera angles, you can take great photos.