Tue, 13 Jan 2026 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The Introduction to R workshop provides participants with a foundational understanding of the R programming language, a powerful tool widely used in data analysis and statistical computing. By the end of the workshop, participants will gain the skills necessary to effectively navigate the R environment, create objects in R, and use basic functions. This workshop is suitable for beginners with little to no prior experience in R, or those with some R experience who are interested in a refresher course. The first 30 minutes of the workshop will be allocated for assistance with software installation.
Can’t attend this workshop? Complete the asynchronous training available on the CFI Scholarship Resources Website.
Program Date & Time: Tuesday, January 13, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Online via Zoom (The meeting link will be provided either with the email registration confirmation or by email the day before the event.)
Facilitator: Sarah Blackstone, PAIR & CFI
Genre: Workshop
Program Outcomes
- Navigating the R environment by becoming familiar with the layout of R studio and reading in data files
- Creating simple objects with different types of data, and utilizing basic functions to read, view, and describe data
Attendance & Registration Information
Programs within the CFI are designed to support the development of instructional faculty and AP faculty with instructional responsibilities. We also welcome staff to many of our programs. If you are interested in attending one of our programs but do not identify with the above classifications, please email cfi@jmu.edu.
For more information on registering for our programs, please visit the CFI Programs & Events web page, which includes details on registering for programs and an instructional video on how to use the registration portal.
LOG IN: If this is your first time visiting the registration page, your account will be created automatically when you sign in with your JMU e-ID and password (Okta required). Be sure to clear your browser cache/cookies upon each visit to the registration page.
- Complete your profile information:
- Update your college/division and department (use the search feature and/or select from the dropdown) and enter your Mail Stop Code (MSC) for your department on-campus mail.
- Add comments about your dietary and accommodation needs at the bottom of the profile form. (This information is collected and stored with your online account for all future programs you may attend.)
- Once your profile is complete, you should see a status update as complete on your Dashboard (an overview of your account).
Register by Monday, January 12, at 3:00 p.m.
Cancellations
If you find that you are unable to attend a scheduled event prior to the registration deadline, please return to your CFI Program Account and cancel your registration. If it is after the event registration deadline email cfi@jmu.edu as early as possible.
CFI programs will be canceled automatically if JMU is closed for inclement weather.
We want this program to be welcoming, accessible, and inclusive for all of our participants. Please describe any considerations or accommodations (e.g., dietary, disability, wellness, cultural, etc.) you want us to know about in your account profile. You may also reach out to us at cfi@jmu.edu or (540) 568-4846.