How do the fields of book history and digital humanities intersect? In this talk, Emily will first introduce her research in ornamental codex culture, ranging from historical to contemporary pop culture books adorned with metals, gemstones, and decorative edges. She will then introduce her work in bespoke book digitization, including 3D scanning and experimental 4D volumetric captures. Finally, she will share how her work as a “makeademic” coincides with the #DHMakes movement, which encourages creativity and making with analog and/or digital technologies.
DH Events at Price Lab
Your gateway to DH events at Penn, this list features events sponsored by both the Price Lab and our many partners at Penn. Register here for any Price Lab event, or click through to the event page for more information. For events from our sponsors, please click through each listing for more information.
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Getting Started with GitHub
One of several workshops in the "Digital Humanist's Help Desk" series.
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Code your own local small language model with Raspberry Pi
Tired of paying for AI tokens? Curious about minimal computing? The workshop will include a discussion of the Environmental Impacts of using gen AI and mitigation strategies for informed and efficient use of these models.
Based on Empire of AI Chapter 12 "Plundered Earth."
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Games-based Pedagogical Approaches to AI Literacy
Engage in hands-on games and activities developed by participants to explore alternative pedagogical approaches to understanding generative AI tools, and their socio-technical considerations. This session will also include notes on the local implications of data centers and more information around Penn-specific sustainability efforts.
Based on Empire of AI Chapter 12 "Plundered Earth."
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Choosing a Digital Archive or Exhibit Platform for Your Project
One of several workshops in the "Digital Humanist's Help Desk" series.
Many options exist for creating digital archives and digital exhibits for your research in the humanities. This session will guide participants through the pros and cons of various free and paid tools and platforms like WordPress, Omeka, Exhibit, CollectionBuilder, ArcGIS Storymaps, Quire, and Wax. Special attention will be paid to evaluating your own source material, needs, and priorities to find the best tool for you and your project.
Having attended this workshop, participants can expect to be able to:
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History of Technology Showcase
History of Technology Showcase
Examine representations of automata, mechanical devices, computational objects, humanoid robotic sentience, cryptography, and more, in relation to gender, labor, multilingualism, and environmentalism in Kislak Special Collections.
Based on Empire of AI Chapter 4 “Dreams of Modernity”
Wednesday, October 6, 2026 | 10:00am - 12:00pm| Hybrid
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Digital Humanist's Helpdesk: Basic Humanities Data Analysis
Humanities researchers are often not accustomed to treating their objects of study as “data,” rather focusing on texts, collections, or cultural objects as the base unit of their research. However, the rich variety of data analysis tools in common practice allows for an incredible opportunity for expanded research avenues when humanities sources are treated as sources for data extraction.
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Choosing a Digital Mapping Platform for Your Project
One of several workshops in the "Digital Humanist's Help Desk" series.
With many options to choose from, picking the right tool for mapping your research in the humanities can be daunting. This session will guide participants through the pros and cons of various free and paid mapping tools and platforms like Google MyMaps, StoryMapJS, ZeeMaps, Felt, MapBox Studio, Leaflet, and ArcGIS Online. Special attention will be paid to evaluating your own source material, needs, and priorities to find the best tool for you and your project.
Having attended this workshop, participants can expect to be able to:
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Take Back Your Technology Hands-on Workshop
Take back control about how you interact with technology; protecting your time, your mind, and your privacy. Design an intentional experience of using your smartphones, laptops, and other devices.
Based on Empire of AI Chapter 2 “A Civilizing Mission” and Chapter 11 “Apex“
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Python for Humanists
One of several workshops in the "Digital Humanist's Help Desk" series.
This short workshop will introduce humanists to the programming language Python and the numerous possibilities for its use for research in the humanities. No prior programming experience required!
Having attended this workshop, participants can expect to be able to:
set up a Python coding environment suitable for use with their own computer.
recognize potential use cases for Python and its libraries as humanistic research tools.