Wikipedia Edit-a-Thon: Summer Sessions 2024

Program Type:

Online/Virtual, Community Engagement, Cultural Appreciation

Age Group:

Teens, Emerging Adults, Adults, Older Adults
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Event Details

This program has multiple dates and locations. Please be aware!

Learn to edit Wikipedia pages and contribute to making knowledge more accessible! Join us from 6:00pm to 8:00pm in editing, writing, and improving a local history article. Join us to find out which one we'll be working on together!  All experience levels are welcome. It is highly recommended that participants create a Wikipedia account ahead of time. Participants are invited to bring their own laptops as computer availability may be limited.

Please register and reserve your space below!

This is a three part series, one session per month. The dates are as follows:

  • Monday, July 29th on the 9th floor in the Special Collections room.
  • Monday, August 26th on the 9th floor in the Special Collections room.
  • Monday, September 23rd on the 4th floor in the Wells Fargo Computer Lab. Light refreshment will be provided.

The San Diego Wikimedians User Group, an affiliate of the Wikimedia Foundation, will be giving a short tutorial on getting started with Wiki editing. Afterwards, we will begin editing! Some computers will be available. Attendees may bring their own WiFi-enabled devices if they so desire, though in-room outlet space may be limited.

Accessibility

Need disability-related modifications or accommodations? Information and program content can be made available in alternative formats upon request by emailing JFRogers@sandiego.gov.