Invitation to UIC 5th Annual Career Development Symposium
Sep. 9, 2021—The UIC Postdoctoral Association is pleased to invite graduate students and postdocs to its 5th Annual Career Development Symposium. This event in celebration of National Postdoc Appreciation week and will take place virtually September 20th–24th. We have a very exciting program planned, including two excellent keynote speakers and three different career panels plus networking sessions throughout the week. The event is open to all in...
2021 Women in the Academy: Getting to the PhD: What I Know Now (That I Wish I Knew Then)
Sep. 9, 2021—Getting to the Ph.D.: What I Know Now (That I Wish I Knew Then) Bianca Manago, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology Kendall Park, Assistant Professor, Owen Graduate School of Management Savanna Starko, Senior Lecturer, Department of Physics and Astronomy Wednesday, September 22 12:00–1:15 PM Zoom sign-up here
Women in the Academy Fall 2021
Sep. 8, 2021—The Margaret Cunninggim Women’s Center has announced their Women in the Academy Series Schedule for Fall 2021, with the first session on Wednesday September 22.
Graduate Leadership Institute Fall 2021 Leadership Skills Workshops
Sep. 8, 2021—The Russell G. Hamilton Graduate Leadership Institute Leadership Skills Workshops are running for Fall! See the schedule below
Career Development Series for Graduate Students
Sep. 8, 2021—The Vanderbilt Career Center will be featuring a Career Development Series for Graduate Students. Check out the schedule below, with the first session happening on 9/15! All sessions held via Zoom. RSVP on DoreWays for Zoom instructions.
Take a short survey for VU ASM!
Sep. 7, 2021—The Vanderbilt University student chapter of the American Society for Microbiology (VU ASM) invites you to take a short survey to determine programming priorities for the 2021-2022 academic year. VU ASM strives to promote microbiology research at Vanderbilt, engage in community outreach, establish collaborative networks, and provide support for student and postdoc career development. Membership and participation in...
Wond’ry Innovation Consulting Program Recruiting
Sep. 7, 2021—The Wond’ry is the innovation and entrepreneurial epicenter of Vanderbilt University. From engineers to scientists to entrepreneurs to artists, the Wond’ry is the primary point of connection for students interested in innovation and entrepreneurship. Visit the website to learn more- https://www.vanderbilt.edu/thewondry/. The Wond’ry Innovation Consulting Program is a venture-focused initiative for all graduate students interested in strategy...
Postdocs: Harnessing Emotional Intelligence to Thrive in the New Normal
Sep. 7, 2021—The Office of Faculty Affairs cordially invites you to attend the Thomas A. Hazinski Faculty Development Workshop on the Topic of “Harnessing Emotional Intelligence to Thrive in the New Normal” on October 1, 2021. Session logistics and overview are listed below: Thomas A. Hazinski Faculty Development Workshop: Harnessing Emotional Intelligence to Thrive in the New Normal Date:...
Find ORISE Internships … on the GO!
Sep. 2, 2021—The ORISE GO mobile app helps you stay engaged, connected and informed during your ORISE experience – from application, to offer, through your appointment and even as an ORISE alum! Use ORISE GO to: Search and apply for internships, fellowships and research opportunities Manage applications and accept offers in Zintellect Receive important program notifications and information Learn about...
2021 PhD Student ASPIRE Guide for Career Planning
Sep. 2, 2021— The ASPIRE Team is excited to provide PhD Students with the ASPIRE Guide for Career Planning. Plan your year and career goals, journal your career ideas, and sketch out a plan in the PDF guide for 2021-2022.
2020-21 Archive
Sep. 1, 2021—
Digital Presence: Academic Podcasting
Sep. 1, 2021—Sponsor: Digital Commons Panelists: Ed Cheng, Hess chair in law; Kate Stuart, assistant director, Office of Career Development; and Amy Hill, doctoral student in German and comparative media analysis and practice Date and Time: Thursday, October 7th, 3:00pm to 4:00pm Location: Zoom Why start a podcast as an academic? In this “Digital Presence” panel, we...
Registration now open for 2021 Virtual AAAS-CASE workshop for PhD students interested in science policy
Aug. 30, 2021—The AAAS Office of Government Relations is pleased to announce the 2021 Virtual CASE Workshop, which will take place September 23-24. As the Workshop is virtual, registration is FREE and open to all STEM undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdocs. The CASE Workshop is an exciting opportunity to learn from science policy and advocacy experts about...
TikTok University: Can TikTok be a Tool for Students and Teachers?
Aug. 27, 2021—Webinar, September 30th, 3:00-4:30pm Pacific Time EVENT DESCRIPTION Why might a student or teacher become a TikTok creator? What are the opportunities and risks – professional and personal – of TikTok for grad students, postdocs, professors, and others in higher education? Academics, who have been using Twitter, Facebook, and academia.edu for year, are now increasingly using...
Contract science writing opportunity – Vanderbilt Brain Institute
Aug. 27, 2021—The Vanderbilt Brain Institute is looking to hire a contract writer with a strong science background to assist with grant writing and scientific communications coming out of the institute. Please reach out to Lisa Monteggia, Director of the VBI, for more information (Lisa.monteggia@vanderbilt.edu).
Metro Nashville Public Schools seeking volunteers for “Accelerating Scholars” virtual tutoring program
Aug. 26, 2021—We’re looking for 2,000 volunteers to help launch Accelerating Scholars, a high-impact virtual tutoring program for up to 7,000+ students. https://mnps.org/…/supporting_our…/accelerating_scholars Sign up via PENCIL to help change a child’s life http://pencilforschools.org. Accelerating Scholars High-Impact Tutoring for Nashville Students The 2020-21 school year presented many unique challenges – especially for many of our schools,...
All of Us Researcher Workbench Onramp Event (virtual) sponsored by VICTR, Sept 28th, 3:30-5pm
Aug. 26, 2021—The Data & Research Center (at VUMC) have organized a virtual event on September 28, 2021, from 3:30 to 5 pm for VU/VUMC trainees (grad students and postdocs) to learn more about using the All of Us Research Platform. In Spring 2020, the All of Us Research Program launched the beta version of its Researcher Workbench–just two years out...
Center for Student Wellbeing Writers’ Accountability Group Fall 2021
Aug. 25, 2021—Thursdays 2-3pm, via Zoom The Writers’ Accountability Group (WAG) offers graduate and professional students an opportunity to support each other through the writing process, facilitated by a CSW coach. Monthly meetings are for sharing goals and accountability – not text.
Academic Life Coach and UCC Peak Performance Series, Fall 2021
Aug. 25, 2021—Peak Performance Workshops facilitated by staff from the University Counseling Center and the Academic Life Coaches. This workshop series is designed to promote expert performance by exploring common issues impacting graduate and professional students and postdocs. During each session, we will briefly cover theory and research on the topic and provide a space for attendees...
Vanderbilt Women’s Center Work Life Workshops, Fall 2021
Aug. 25, 2021—The Work–Life Workshops for faculty, staff, graduate students, and postdocs is a lecture-based lunch program that covers a blend of self-care and professional development topics such as navigating organizational politics, mindfulness and stress management, salary negotiation strategies, and more.