Register now! Even the most brilliant ideas can fall flat if they aren’t delivered with conviction. True impact doesn’t just come from what you say — it comes from the delicate balance of confidence, passion, and authenticity behind how you say it.In this webinar, Dr. Barbara Lash, a 20-year TV broadcast journalist, media coach, and doctoral […]
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Register now! You know how to put in the work, hit your deadlines, and show up for your team and classmates. But what happens when you take off the jersey—or step outside your major? What is the brand you’re sharing with the world? And are you ready to command a room when it’s your turn to […] |
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Register now!Struggling to find dedicated time for writing? You’re not alone! Our 12-week cohort-based Writing Accountability Group (WAG) provides the structure and community support you might need to make real progress on your writing projects.Whether you’re working on manuscripts, grant proposals, or other scholarly work, WAG offers a supportive space to stay motivated and accountable.Meeting times: […]
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This event is organized by the Michigan Medicine Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral StudiesRegister Now!Join us for this virtual workshop to gain insights, knowledge, and the skills needed for you to excel in your next poster.Workshop Goals:- Discuss effective presentation practices and strategies to improve how our science is presented, ensuring clarity and audience engagement- […]
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Register now! The Center for Academic Innovation is convening leading voices in academia to examine emerging applications of artificial intelligence in higher education. The AI Futures keynote speaker series is a critical examination of how artificial intelligence is reshaping teaching and learning as we consider the future of life changing education at Michigan. #ProfessionalDevelopment |
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The Edward A. Bouchet Graduate Honor Society is a network of preeminent scholars who exemplify academic and personal excellence, foster environments of support, and serve as examples of scholarship, leadership, character, service, and advocacy for students in the academy. Application Deadline: November 2An information session will outline the benefits of joining the Bouchet Honor Society and offer advice and […] |
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Date: Oct. 5, 2026Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Location: Michigan Union | Rogel Ballroom | 530 S. State St., Ann ArborRegistration: Register hereKeynote Speakers: We are thrilled to welcome nationally recognized leaders to share their insights:Dr. Vaile Wright: Senior director of health care innovation, American Psychological Association.Dr. Caitlin Stamatis: Clinical psychologist and head of research, […] |
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Register now!Struggling to find dedicated time for writing? You’re not alone! Our 12-week cohort-based Writing Accountability Group (WAG) provides the structure and community support you might need to make real progress on your writing projects.Whether you’re working on manuscripts, grant proposals, or other scholarly work, WAG offers a supportive space to stay motivated and accountable.Meeting times: […]
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This event is organized by the Michigan Medicine Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.Register Now! Getting started with manuscript writing can feel overwhelming, but a strong outline provides the foundation for a clear and compelling paper. Within this session, Prof. Teresa O’Meara, Associate Professor of Microbiology and Immunology, will focus on how to effectively organize your […]
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Join on Zoom at https://go.grad.illinois.edu/eventspace For academics in long-term relationships, the faculty job search presents additional layers of complexity and anxiety: balancing career and personal priorities, navigating competing career needs, addressing partner hires in negotiation, and more. While there are often no perfect solutions to these complex issues, there are crucial steps you can take to […] |
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Event organized by OGPS Register Here!This month’s panel offers insight into careers on the research track, which includes research investigators, research scientists, and research faculty. Dr. Jessica Anand, Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology, and Dr. Orsolya Lautner-Csorba, Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery, will share their perspectives and career trajectories.Please come […] |
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Register now!Struggling to find dedicated time for writing? You’re not alone! Our 12-week cohort-based Writing Accountability Group (WAG) provides the structure and community support you might need to make real progress on your writing projects.Whether you’re working on manuscripts, grant proposals, or other scholarly work, WAG offers a supportive space to stay motivated and accountable.Meeting times: […]
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This event is organized by the Michigan Medicine Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral StudiesRegister Now!Although writing is a fundamental part of the research process, researchers at all levels struggle to carve out time and space for effective writing. Grounded in academic writing scholarship, this event offers practical approaches to help you shift your perspective and […]
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Register now! Financial boundaries are guidelines you put in place to help you say “no” with confidence and “yes” with enthusiasm. In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn the importance of boundaries, how to create and honor financial ones and toss the ones that don’t match your unique circumstances. This event is part of the Financial Empowerment Initiative […] |
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RegisterThis session examines principles of effective grantsmanship for today’s funding environment, with an emphasis on developing clear, compelling, and reviewer-centered proposal narratives. Participants will learn approaches for communicating the significance and impact of their research to diverse review audiences while strengthening the overall competitiveness of their proposals.#ProfessionalDevelopment #Funding
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Register now! Networking is one of the most valuable tool in your career toolkit and it doesn’t have to feel transactional or awkward, once you know how to tell your story.In this interactive session, participants will explore what makes networking feel genuine rather than forced, and learn why a clear, memorable story about your work is […]
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Register Here!This workshop series helps graduate students and postdoctoral fellows build the professional skills needed to succeed in today’s competitive job market. With a focus on biomedical and life sciences, and biomedical engineering, you will gain the strategies and confidence to pursue careers in academia, industry, or beyond. Through interactive sessions that blend presentations with […] |
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Register now! This self-paced, asynchronous, mini-course orients postdocs to some of the specifics related to teaching at U-M, including resources, policies, and relevant support offices, as well as some evidence-based practices for teaching and supporting student learning.The course will be available on Canvas October 19 – December 11, 2026. Look at the PTE schedule at-a-glance for […] |
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Register now!Struggling to find dedicated time for writing? You’re not alone! Our 12-week cohort-based Writing Accountability Group (WAG) provides the structure and community support you might need to make real progress on your writing projects.Whether you’re working on manuscripts, grant proposals, or other scholarly work, WAG offers a supportive space to stay motivated and accountable.Meeting times: […]
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This event is organized by the Michigan Medicine Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral StudiesRegister Now! Join us for this workshop to develop practical strategies for communicating your research effectively across disciplines and audiences. Designed specifically for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in the biomedical sciences, this session will explore how the same research may need to […] |
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Register now! Remember when “learn to code” was the answer to every career question? Now, AI can code better than most humans. And computer science grads face higher unemployment than philosophy majors.But here’s the truth nobody’s telling you: This wave isn’t about AI replacing you. It’s about AI changing what the world needs from you.Join former […] |
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This event is organized by the Michigan Medicine Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral StudiesRegister Now!In this workshop, you will be introduced to the Michigan Model of Leadership (MMOL), developed at the University of Michigan through more than half a century of research and practice. Whether or not you hold a formal leadership role, you already […] |
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Register now! Generative AI can support writing without replacing the expertise, judgment, and authorship of the writer. This workshop focuses on using GenAI as a tool for revision, feedback, and communication rather than as a substitute for developing original ideas or content.Participants will practice using GenAI to examine organization and flow, improve clarity, proofread drafts, assess […]
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Register now! Join the Big10+ Postdoc Affairs Network for a panel discussion featuring scholars in the social sciences, arts, and humanities who have received prestigious postdoc fellowships and grants. Panelists will reflect on their academic journeys, discuss how they discovered and prepared for fellowship opportunities, and share lessons they learned throughout the application process. They will […] |
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Register now!Struggling to find dedicated time for writing? You’re not alone! Our 12-week cohort-based Writing Accountability Group (WAG) provides the structure and community support you might need to make real progress on your writing projects.Whether you’re working on manuscripts, grant proposals, or other scholarly work, WAG offers a supportive space to stay motivated and accountable.Meeting times: […]
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This event is organized by the Michigan Medicine Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral StudiesRegister Now!Join us for this virtual workshop to gain insights, knowledge, and the skills needed for you to excel in your next oral talk.Workshop Goals:- Discuss effective presentation practices and strategies to improve how our science is presented, ensuring clarity and audience […] |
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