In 2024, the SVCE Library successfully conducted a series of hands-on workshops aimed at enhancing academic excellence under the banner of “Empowering Academic Excellence: Series of Workshops on VTU Consortium Platforms.” These workshops were organized in collaboration with esteemed publishers such as Elsevier, IEEE, Taylor & Francis, Springer Link, ProQuest, Knimbus, and Drillbit, who served as resource persons. The sessions were meticulously designed to provide students and faculty members with invaluable insights, practical skills, and cutting-edge tools to navigate the evolving landscape of academic research and scholarship. Through interactive sessions and expert guidance from leading industry professionals, participants gained the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in their scholarly pursuits. The workshop series proved to be an enriching initiative, equipping the SVCE community with essential tools and resources to thrive in the academic world and beyond.