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Programming and Opportunities

Student Research Day
Call for abstracts and judges!

October 28th from 10AM to 6PM ET

 
MCGSO's annual Student Research Day will be held on Thursday, October 28th! This is an excellent opportunity for BGE students to present their research, either in oral presentation or poster format, to an audience of GU faculty, students and staff. This year, the keynote speaker will be Dr. Kaela Singleton!

Abstract submissions are now open for PhD students and will close at 11:59pm on Wednesday, October 13th.  Abstracts will be accepted on a first come, first served basis as there are limited spots available. For accepted poster presentations, poster instructions will be sent out for posters to be due on Wednesday, October 19th by 11:59pm.
 
As a reminder, oral presentations are limited to 10 people and requests will be granted on a first come, first served basis as well. Abstracts must follow these guidelines:
  • 2300 character limit, including spaces.
  • Abstract should be one paragraph.
  • No pictures, diagrams, or charts allowed.
  • If you use symbols such as α, β, γ, or δ in the body of your abstract, make sure that they are formatted to Arial 10 normal.
  • Do not include any references or footnotes
  • Title in sentence case (ex: First word capitalized only.)
  • Principle investigator (the PhD student) is first author
  • List other authors or investigators after the principle investigator, separated by a comma
  • Please list each author using the format [Last Name, First Initial]
  • List institutions below the names, using a superscript number to indicate each author’s institution affiliation.
  • Save your document in .doc or .docx format with the filename of "LastNameFirstInitial.doc"

Wellness Tip of the Week

 

Why don't we teach PhD to be mentors?


Dr. Maria LaMonaca Wisdom, Director of Interdisciplinary Advising and Engagement at Duke University, reflects on teaching a two-week course on mentoring for graduate students!
 
Primary Resources at GU

Black in Cancer Week 2021

October 10th through 15th


It's time for Black in Cancer week! Check out the events below!

October 10th | Black in Cancer Week Roll Call

October 11th at 2PM ET | Elevate: The Mentorship and Outreach event RSVP 

October 12th at 2PM ET | Evading Myths 2.0: Let's talk about Cancer and COVID-19 RSVP

October 13th at 2PM ET | What happens after a cancer diagnosis? RSVP

October 14th at 9:30AM ET | The experience of black people in cancer research RSVP

October 15th at 11AM ET | Black in Cancer Week 2021 Keynote Address RSVP
 
Read more about the Black in Cancer Week Events here!
 
Career Paths: Academic Workforce Development

Career Paths: Academic Workforce Development
NYAS Webinar

October 13th from 5:30 to 7:00PM ET

As Academia produces more scientifically trained individuals, various STEM professionals have pivoted and transitioned into positions that allow them to create  inclusive programs that support and nurture early career researchers (ECRs). These programs focus on bridging skills gaps for ECRs to guide them through their career decisions.

During this webinar panelists will discuss how STEM professionals can use their problem-solving skills to create programs and opportunities that help diverse STEM talent succeed professionally and create a culture that makes STEM accessible for all.
 
Learn more and register for the NYAS Career Paths webinar here!
3 ways to fight back

3 Ways to Fight Back Against Imposter Syndrome in Your Job Search
Beyond the Professoriate Event

October 14th at Noon ET

 
Are you reading job advertisements and feeling overwhelmed by all the things you DON’T know? We get it. Starting a new career can mean starting over, learning new tools and developing new skills. The good news is that you love learning and you know how to research solutions to a problem!

In this webinar, L. Maren Wood, PhD (Founder of Beyond the Professoriate) will provide you with tips and strategies for overcoming feeling like an imposter as you explore new career fields and begin applying for jobs outside of academia. After attending this webinar you’ll be able to:
  • Describe imposter syndrome and its negative impacts on your job search.
  • Develop strategies to counter the negative effects of imposter syndrome.
  • Manage your own self-doubt and imposter syndrome.
RVSP to fight back against imposter syndrome in your job search!

Office of Graduate Fellowships & Awards

Workshop Series

 
The GU Office of Graduate Fellowships & Awards is hosting a workshop series on how to apply for grants.

October 15th at 3PM ET | Grant Writing: Communicating Your Research
 

See the full list of grant workshops here!

ATMS Project Management Tip of the Week

 

30 Minute Project Management Workshops!

 
Monthly starting on October 20th at 10AM ET, I'll be hosting 30 minute project management workshops! The first session will be on Work Breakdown Structures, so get ready to define your deliverables! A registration email will be sent out next week.

Learn more project management tips and tricks through the Academy for Transferable Management Skills course!
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NIH OITE Webinars!


The NIH Office of Intramural Training and Education has webinars on a variety of topics. Whether you are beginning your job search or wanting to hone your soft skills, they have something for you!

The fall Becoming a Resilient Scientist series starts next week. Read about the program here.
 
Upcoming Webinars

October 15th at 3PM ET | Workplace Dynamics II - Conflict and Feedback RSVP

October 18th at 3PM ET | Networking for Scientists RSVP
 
Find recordings of past events on the OITE YouTube Page | Check it out!

See the schedule of upcoming events here!
 
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What am I listening to this week?

Currently, I'm listening to the Nature Careers Podcast on the different types of mentoring.






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