‘Workshops and Seminars’
The English Language Center Presents: Academic Writing Workshops
Jan. 26, 2018—The Academic Writing Workshop Series covers writing topics especially relevant to international students and scholars. Each session will include discussion, practice, and analysis of participant writing. Snacks will be provided. Workshops are FREE, but limited to 12 participants, so reserve your spot NOW! 2 Feb 2018: Avoiding the Pitfalls of E-mail Communication 9 Feb...
Scholarly Communications Digital Scholarship Workshops, Spring 2018
Jan. 15, 2018—Scholarly Communications Digital Scholarship Workshops, Spring 2018 Workshops take place from 11:10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Room 418a of the Central Library The purpose of these workshops is to introduce students, faculty, and staff members at Vanderbilt University to new tools and techniques in the field of scholarly communications and digital scholarship. All are...
Seminar: The long game: finding the meaning of social media in scientists’ lives, 1/19/18
Jan. 4, 2018—Registration is requested No doubt you’ve been told to get on Twitter or LinkedIn or… fill in the blank. Maybe you ignored the suggestion because you just didn’t see the point. Maybe you followed through—and nothing happened. Your life didn’t change. Everything was the same. Social media can be an incredibly valuable resource. But like...
Paying Uncle Sam: Understanding Taxes for Stipends, Grants, and Fellowships
Jan. 3, 2018—Paying Uncle Same: Understanding Taxes for Stipends, Grants & Fellowships Wilson Hall 103 Thursday, January 18, 2018 6 PM – 7:30 PM Are you a graduate student or postdoc with tax questions? Unsure of how your fellowship is taxed? Wondering about which tax credits and deductions should you can take advantage of this tax season? This...
Crafting an Effective Teaching Statement
Jan. 3, 2018—Crafting an Effective Teaching Statement, Monday, January 22, 3:00–4:00pm, Vanderbilt Center for Teaching 1114 19th Avenue South, 3rd Floor Classroom In this workshop, we will address best practices for writing a teaching statement/philosophy for the academic job market. This workshop is open to Vanderbilt graduate students & Postdocs from across the disciplines who want to improve...
Microaggressions in the Classroom
Jan. 3, 2018—Microaggressions in the Classroom Thursday, March 22nd from noon to 3:00 PM Vanderbilt Center for Teaching 1114 19th Avenue South, 3rd Floor Classroom When teaching, it is almost guaranteed that microaggressions will take place. These seemingly small, ostensibly singular manifestations of oppression can deleteriously effect the teaching-learning environment, our students, and ourselves. As common as...
First session in the eI2 seminar series is January 5th!
Dec. 20, 2017—The eI2 (Enabling Innovation Initiative) program is being launched by Basic Sciences at Vanderbilt School of Medicine to lower barriers to commercializing basic science discoveries. The initiative will feature a new speaker seminar series. The first in this series features Dr. Chase Spurlock (CEO of iQuity) and Dr. Thomas Aune (Chief Strategy Officer/Chief Financial Officer...
An Overview of the Army Research Lab and the Role of Intelligent Things on the Future Battlefield
Oct. 25, 2017—An Overview of the Army Research Lab and the Role of Intelligent Things on the Future Battlefield Featuring Dr. Alexander Kott, Chief Scientist, Army Research Labs November 2, 2017, 4:00 – 5:00 pm Engineering & Science Building, Room 044 Dr. Kott serves as the ARL’s Chief Scientist. In this role he provides leadership in development of ARL...
Event: Engaging the Public with Social Media, presented by AAAS
Oct. 24, 2017—Seminar on Engaging the Public with Social Media, presented by AAAS Monday, November 6 4:30pm Student Life Center Meeting Rooms 1 and 2 Register here. This 1- hour seminar will provide guidance to scientists who wish to engage publics via social media. It is designed to build skills for public engagement via social media, confidence in...
AAU Vice President for Policy Toby Smith to talk, Nov 6
Oct. 24, 2017—US Science Policy: Advocating for Science in an Era of Polarized Politics and Constrained Budgets Featuring Toby Smith, Vice President for Policy at the Association of American Universities Monday, November 6 10:45am Wilson 103 Register here. Sponsored by the Vanderbilt Graduate School, BRET Office of Career Development, Vanderbilt University Office of Federal Relations, the College of...
Academic Interview Preparation via the Graduate School
Oct. 16, 2017—Academic Interview Preparation Sponsored by the Graduate School Open to Graduate Students and Postdocs Wed., Oct. 18 4:00 – 5:30 pm Alumni Hall 201 Register: https://goo.gl/RvW2FY The special guest will be four faculty members from a wide variety of disciplines who have led or served on search committees. At this workshop, you’ll learn more about...
Apply now for Nov 6 workshop on STEM Policy & Advocacy featuring AAAS and Toby Smith of the AAU
Sep. 29, 2017—STEM Policy & Advocacy: Making Your Voice Heard Monday, November 6, 2017 10:45-5:30 PM Vanderbilt University Keynote address by Tobin (Toby Smith), Vice President for Policy at the Association of American Universities "Engaging Policymakers" workshop facilitated by the American Advancement for the Association of Science (AAAS) “Engaging the Public with Social Media” seminar facilitated by AAAS Sponsored...
After Academia: Data Science as a Career
Sep. 17, 2017—Data Science is a rapidly growing technical career field in almost all major industries. Come hear from two Vanderbilt Ph.D.’s about transitioning from academia to data science, as well as John Wark, Founder and President of the Nashville Software School. Monday, September 25 10:30-11:30am 512 Light Hall Register here. Taylor Murphy has a Ph.D. from...
Interested in the intersection of art and science? Join Artlab sponsored by the Wondr’y
Sep. 7, 2017—ArtLab is a new workshop sponsored by the Wond'ry.This workshop will partner artists and scientists to create original works of art exploring the intersection of art and science. All work will be on display during a final exhibition in December at The Wond’ry. Enrollment closes September 20th! For more information email ArtLab.Vanderbilt@outlook.com
Versatile PhD to host a web-based “Ask Me Anything” event with Dr. Desney Tan of Microsoft Health
Sep. 5, 2017—AMA (Ask Me Anything) with Dr. Desney Tan of Microsoft Health September 6-8 in the AMA forum on the VPhD site Desney Tan (Ph.D. Computer Science, 2004) is Senior Director of Microsoft's Clinical Sensing and Analytics group and has been honored for his work on whole-body computing. He is a passionate believer in the creative...
Writing a Teaching Statement/Philosophy via Center for Teaching
Aug. 28, 2017—In this workshop, the Center for Teaching will address best practices for writing a teaching statement/philosophy for the academic job market. This workshop is open to Vanderbilt graduate students & Postdocs from across the disciplines who want to improve their teaching portfolio materials. All teaching experience levels are welcome. Facilitators: Kylie Korsnack & Justin Hubbard, CFT Graduate Teaching...
LifeScience TN Academic Alliance General Body Meeting and Happy Hour on Thursday, August 31st
Aug. 16, 2017—Are you Interested in science industry, policy or advocacy? Come to the Life Science Tennessee Academic Alliance General Body Meeting and Happy Hour! The mission of the Life Science Tennessee Academic Alliance is to bring life science graduate students and post-doctoral researchers together to create opportunities for entrepreneurship, career development, and knowledge sharing with...
Boston Consulting Group hosting numerous online and in-person events for PhDs interested in consulting
Jul. 14, 2017—Join us for a Virtual Resume Workshop on Tuesday, July 18 at 7:00 pm ET. Learn tips for transforming your CV into a one-page business style resume. ADC consultants will share their experiences both as candidates and now interviewers at BCG. BCG July 18 ADC Resume Workshop: https://bit.ly/July18ResumeWriting BCG is Going Live on Facebook! BCG goes live...
Explore BCG consulting opportunities this summer, Vanderbilt session July 12
Jul. 6, 2017— Advanced Degree Recruiting for PhD, MD, and JD Candidates Vanderbilt Virtual Connection July 12, 2017 Join us for the ADC Virtual Connection from 8:00 to 9:00 pm ET on Wednesday, July 12 with two ADC BCGers who will discuss their case experiences and transition to consulting. Please register for this virtual event by 12 noon ET on July12. This event will...
2017 ASM Grant Writing Online Course- register by July 15th!
Jun. 27, 2017—Grant writing simplified for success Register for the course by July 15! Get hands-on experience during the ASM Grant Writing Online Course. Beginning August 16th at 2:00 pm EDT, live webinars will take place every other Wednesday for one hour. The series will conclude on November 29th. Pre-and post-webinar assignments will allow you to put...