‘Workshops and Seminars’
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...
Salary Negotiation Workshop–For Graduate and Professional Students and Staff
Oct. 23, 2017—You are invited to attend a free salary negotiation workshop! Workshop led by Dorrie Sieburg, AAUW Salary Negotiation Program Manager Two workshop times: Wednesday, November 1, 2017 12:00 P.M. Garland 101 Click here to register. Wednesday, November 1, 2017 4:00 P.M. Rand 308 Click here to register. If you have any questions, please...
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...
Big Help for Small Talk via the Graduate School
Oct. 16, 2017—Big Help for Small Talk Open to all Graduate Students and Postdocs Sponsored by the Graduate School Wednesday, Oct. 25 4:30 – 6:00 pm Alumni Hall Lounge (Rm 100) Register: https://goo.gl/ntBA4B Even more terrifying than an interview may be an informal reception with other professionals! In this seminar, participants will learn the ins and outs of...
The next Women in the Academy Workshop will be Thursday October 19th!
Oct. 5, 2017— “Getting to the Ph.D.: What I Know Now That I Wish I’d Known Then” Brittany Allison, SyNERGI Postdoctoral Fellow, The Graduate School Amanda Clayton, Assistant Professor of Political Science Jessie Hock, Assistant Professor of English Thursday, October 19 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m. Buttrick 123 Lunch provided
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...
October schedule for The Psychology of Peak Performance: A workshop series for all Graduate & Professional Students and Postdoctoral Scholars
Sep. 25, 2017—The Psychology of Peak Performance A workshop series for all Graduate & Professional Students and Postdoctoral Scholars Offered by the Psychological and Counseling Center, in conjunction with the Graduate School. Facilitator: David Sacks, PhD, HSP Time/Day: Wednesdays Noon-1:00 P.M. Location: Alumni Hall Room 010, Conference Room October Schedule: 10/4 Effective Goal Setting 10/11 No Session...
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...
Work-Life Workshop on Stress, presented by the Women’s Center on Sept 28th
Sep. 15, 2017—The Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center begins its fall schedule of Work-Life Workshops for faculty, staff and graduate students Thursday, Sept. 28, with “Manage Your Time, Manage Your Stress, Manage Your Self” with Samantha York, academic skills coach at the Center for Student Wellbeing. The workshop will be from noon to 1 p.m. in Sarratt 216/220. Lunch will be provided....
Academic Job Search via Graduate School
Sep. 11, 2017—Academic Job Search (for Graduate Students and Postdocs) Thurs, Sept 21 4:00 – 5:30 pm 201 Alumni Hall Registration encouraged: https://goo.gl/forms/uxX5r3Sz8A1XHKsB3 Fall is the season for the academic job market. Whether you are applying for assistant professor positions or postdoctoral fellowships this year or are planning ahead for the future, this will help you know...
From CV to Resume via the Graduate School
Sep. 11, 2017—From CV to Resume (for Graduate Students and Postdocs) Wed, Sept 13 4:00 – 5:00 pm 100 Alumni Hall (Lounge) Registration encouraged: https://goo.gl/forms/qx3oHLMGDHQnpxN22 Using actual resumes from actual employed people with advanced degrees, we'll go over the basics. If you're exploring positions in business, non-profits, government or industry, you'll need to create a resume from...
Making the Most of the Career Fair via the Graduate School
Sep. 11, 2017—Making the Most of the Career Fair (for Graduate Students and Postdocs) Thurs, Sept 14 4:00 – 5:30 pm 206 Alumni Hall Registration encouraged: https://goo.gl/forms/WdUIwMJ4iRvK1BNa2 Career fairs are one tool in the job-seeker's bag. When attending one, you'll want to make a good impression on any employer representatives you meet! We'll discuss proper etiquette, and...
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...
Fall 2017 Women in the Academy
Sep. 1, 2017—
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...
The Psychology of Peak Performance: A workshop series for all Graduate & Professional Students and Postdoctoral Scholars
Aug. 15, 2017—The Psychology of Peak Performance A workshop series for all Graduate & Professional Students and Postdoctoral Scholars Offered by the Psychological and Counseling Center, in conjunction with the Graduate School. Facilitator: David Sacks, PhD, HSP Time/Day: Wednesdays 12:00-1:00 in September Location: Alumni Hall Room 010, Conference Room Topics and Dates: 9/6 Perfectionism and the “Imposter Syndrome”...
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...