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SUMMARY:Funding Outside the Box: Philanthropic Funding Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Register now! As the research funding landscape continues to evolve\, philanthropic foundations can offer researchers valuable opportunities to support meaningful work.Join leaders with experience inside major philanthropic foundations for an interactive conversation about what funders look for and how researchers can approach foundation funding more strategically.  \nEvent organized by the NCFDD.  #ProfessionalDevelopment #Funding
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/funding-outside-the-box-philanthropic-funding-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Funding,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260915T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T191758Z
UID:10000178-1789473600-1789480800@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:GenAI Foundations: Tools\, Ethics & Academic Integrity
DESCRIPTION:Register now! An introductory session on the practical use of generative AI in graduate education and research. Participants will explore common GenAI tools\, core principles for effective and responsible use\, ethical considerations\, and expectations for academic integrity\, transparency\, and appropriate attribution. #ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/genai-foundations-tools-ethics-academic-integrity/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T124500
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CREATED:20260916T191058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T191717Z
UID:10000193-1789560900-1789562700@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Midweek Mindfulness Sits
DESCRIPTION:Register now! CEW+ Mindfulness Sits offer a virtual community of practice for mindfulness meditation. Whether you are new to exploring the benefits of mindfulness or you are looking to build on an established practice\, all are welcome! Each 30-minute session includes instruction\, support\, and guided meditation\, as well as an opportunity for self-directed mindfulness meditation.   #Wellbeing
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/midweek-mindfulness-sits/
CATEGORIES:Well-Being
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T143000
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CREATED:20260829T064453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T181908Z
UID:10000165-1789565400-1789569000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Breaking Through in Industry: Resumes That Get You Noticed
DESCRIPTION:Event organized and hosted by the Genetic Society of America (GSA). To access the event (free):– Create an account (Login > Create an Account\, no membership required)– Navigate the home page to “Upcoming Virtual Seminars and Workshops” #ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/breaking-through-in-industry-resumes-that-get-you-noticed/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T170000
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CREATED:20260829T064447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T181939Z
UID:10000162-1789574400-1789578000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Deadline to apply: UMPDA Peer Mentorship Program
DESCRIPTION:Application deadline extended to Wednesday\, September 16th\, 2026.The UMPDA is offering a Postdoc Peer Mentorship Program to allow postdoctoral fellows to seek advice\, guidance\, and support from one another. Sign up to be a mentor or mentee for a chance to be paired with another postdoc for a six months cohort. Coffee meetups during the program (October 2026 – March 2027) will be sponsored by the UMPDA. Mentor application: https://forms.gle/uYiRgi4bE1VyXEt26Mentee Application: https://forms.gle/dfgjDfvJfnWyWHMu9 Email address to reach out if any questions: umpdamentoring@umich.edu \n#Mentoring #PostdocLife#ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/deadline-to-apply-umpda-peer-mentorship-program/
CATEGORIES:Mentoring,Postdoc Life,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T190000
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CREATED:20260916T191003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T181910Z
UID:10000179-1789579800-1789585200@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT SERIES #1: Your Money Story
DESCRIPTION:Register now! In this interactive workshop\, participants will get curious about where their money beliefs come from\, hear from their peers about what they think about money\, and learn how to rewrite a money story that helps start to create a healthier relationship with money. By the end of this workshop\, students will be able to make more discerning financial decisions and improve control of their financial future.  This event is part of the Financial Empowerment Initiative organized by CEW+.  #ProfessionalDevelopment#Wellbeing
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/financial-empowerment-series-1-your-money-story/
LOCATION:CEW+\, 330 E Liberty St 2nd Floor\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48104\, USA
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Well-Being
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T130000
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CREATED:20260820T174855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T182105Z
UID:10000157-1789646400-1789650000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Warp Speed: Rapid Proposal Development & Team Assembly
DESCRIPTION:Register \nThis session explores strategies for organizing competitive proposals under compressed timelines\, from evaluating whether to pursue an opportunity to coordinating scientific\, administrative\, and collaborative efforts across the proposal team. \n#ProfessionalDevelopment #Funding
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/office-of-research-development-grant-prix-seminar-series/
CATEGORIES:Funding,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T160000
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CREATED:20260820T174855Z
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UID:10000158-1789653600-1789660800@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Grantseeking and Grantwriting Tips for Graduate and Postdoc Trainees
DESCRIPTION:Register for this event here. This event presents grantseeking strategies for domestic and international postdocs and late-stage doctoral students. Discover various funder types\, funding mechanisms\, and strategies to enhance your grantwriting skills. This session is open to all postdocs and doctoral students at participating institutions. \nDuring this session\, we will learn how to: \n\nTailor your search based on citizenship\, discipline\, and career stage;\nAssess your fit for funding opportunities (with a private foundation focus);\nEnhance your grant writing and networking skills (including how to engage with program officers); and\,\nStart the submission process at your institution.\n\n#ProfessionalDevelopment #Funding
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/grants-101-training-for-trainees/
CATEGORIES:Funding,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260922T182040Z
CREATED:20260916T191005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T182040Z
UID:10000180-1789722000-1789731000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:OGPS Leadership Development | Knowing Your Strengths: An Introduction
DESCRIPTION:This event is organized by the Michigan Medicine Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies \nRegister Now! \nIn this immersive workshop\, you will be introduced to CliftonStrengths – an assessment based on 40 years of positive psychology research. Through taking the assessment and analyzing your results\, you will gain self-awareness regarding how you thrive. Understanding your CliftonStrengths can guide you towards developing as a scientist\, leader\, and whole person. \nWorkshop Goals:  – Complete the CliftonStrengths assessment – Become familiar with CliftonStrengths and foundational concepts – Understand your unique talents and strengths and how they appear in your life – Learn strategies for strengthening your talents  \nNote: This workshop includes time to take the assessment. Breakfast will be provided. \n#ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/ogps-leadership-development-knowing-your-strengths-an-introduction/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260922T182040Z
CREATED:20260902T191000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T182040Z
UID:10000174-1789736400-1789743600@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Resume Essentials | Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Register now! Designed for postdocs exploring careers beyond the tenure track\, this hands-on\, interactive session will allow you to get started on drafting a compelling resume. Requirement: come with a job posting of interest and current CV to allow for full participation during the session.   The event will not be recorded.  #ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/resume-essentials-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260922T190456Z
CREATED:20260829T064455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T190456Z
UID:10000166-1789992000-1789995600@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Postdoc Opportunities in the US and Europe
DESCRIPTION:Event organized and hosted by the Genetic Society of America (GSA). To access the event (free):– Create an account (Login > Create an Account\, no membership required)– Navigate the home page to "Upcoming Virtual Seminars and Workshops" #ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/postdoc-opportunities-in-the-us-and-europe/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260921T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260921T210000
DTSTAMP:20260923T064815Z
CREATED:20260922T190443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T064815Z
UID:10000242-1790006400-1790024400@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Amplifying Access Networking Reception: The Graduate Ann Arbor
DESCRIPTION:Register Here! \nDay 1 is optional and designed for participants who are traveling to Ann Arbor\, staying overnight\, or would like a relaxed opportunity to connect before the main conference. The evening will include informal check-in/registration\, light networking\, conversation opportunities\, and a welcome reception. No core instructional content will take place on Day 1 \n#PostdocLife #ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/amplifying-access-networking-reception-the-graduate-ann-arbor/
CATEGORIES:Postdoc Life,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260922T180000
DTSTAMP:20260925T014244Z
CREATED:20260829T064455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T014244Z
UID:10000167-1790064000-1790100000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Amplifying Access | Conference
DESCRIPTION:Register now! This in-person conference designed to help participants navigate today’s funding landscape\, strengthen grant-writing skills\, and connect with resources that support inclusive\, people-centered scholarship and research that reduces inequities\, disparities\, and inequalities. Learn more about the event.  #ProfessionalDevelopment #Funding
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/amplifying-access-conference/
CATEGORIES:Funding,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260922T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260922T190519Z
CREATED:20260506T164216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T190519Z
UID:10000002-1790076600-1790082000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:2026 Outstanding Postdoctoral Fellowship Award luncheon | NPAW
DESCRIPTION:Assembly HallRackham Building\, 4th floor Register here!  \nOur office will celebrate this year’s faculty mentorship award winners along with 2026 Outstanding Postdoctoral Fellow Award winners at an annual luncheon during National Postdoc Appreciation Week.  \nThe luncheon celebrates important contributions postdoctoral fellows and faculty mentors make to the research enterprise at the University of Michigan\, and beyond.  \nAll postdoctoral fellows are invited to attend. Questions? Contact OPA at postdoc-affairs@umich.edu \n#PostdocLife
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/2026-outstanding-postdoctoral-fellowship-award-luncheon/
LOCATION:University of Michigan Rackham Graduate School\, 915 E Washington St\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48109\, USA
CATEGORIES:Postdoc Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260925T014239Z
CREATED:20260922T182110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T014239Z
UID:10000241-1790078400-1790082000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Mentoring From the Middle - Setting the Stage For Success
DESCRIPTION:Event organized by NPA \nSign up here!  \nThis 3-part virtual series provides practical strategies for building productive mentoring relationships\, supporting learning\, and addressing problems before they become unmanageable. The goal is to help you find balance between being a supportive mentor and protecting your own time\, research\, and professional development. \nIn this webinar\, we will explore factors to consider in advance of mentoring a student and discuss how to engage with interns through the onboarding and orientation process. Communication related to research projects\, boundaries\, and expectation setting will be discussed within the context of psychological safety and belonging in the mentoring relationship and group. \n#Mentoring #ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/mentoring-from-the-middle-setting-the-stage-for-success/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260922T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260922T153000
DTSTAMP:20260923T064815Z
CREATED:20260916T191008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T064815Z
UID:10000181-1790085600-1790091000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Human-Centered Learning in the Age of AI
DESCRIPTION:Register now! This workshop presents eight essential principles for human-centered learning. Participants leave with twelve moves they can use right away\, eight questions to run any tool\, policy\, or adoption decision through\, and an openly licensed article version of the session.  This event is organized by the Washington Center Collaborative.  #ProfessionalDevelopment 
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/human-centered-learning-in-the-age-of-ai/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T110000
DTSTAMP:20260923T064817Z
CREATED:20260922T190458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T064817Z
UID:10000243-1790157600-1790161200@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:OGPS Academic Careers Series - Writing You Academic Research Statement
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nThe research statement is one of the most important\, and challenging\, parts of an academic job application. In this session\, you will learn how to craft a statement that communicates the significance of your past work\, your current projects\, and your vision for future research. You will also explore strategies for demonstrating independence\, feasibility\, and alignment with institutional priorities. \nWorkshop Goals \nBy the end of this session\, you will be able to: \nDefine the purpose and audience of a research statement.Structure a statement that clearly communicates motivation\, significance\, and impact.Highlight research accomplishments and future directions effectively.Balance technical detail with accessibility for a broad faculty audience. \n#ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/ogps-academic-careers-series-writing-you-academic-research-statement/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260923T064816Z
CREATED:20260831T164847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T064816Z
UID:10000168-1790164800-1790168400@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Science\, Salary\, & Savings: Financial Foundations for Early Career Scientists
DESCRIPTION:Event organized and hosted by the Genetic Society of America (GSA). To access the event (free):– Create an account (Login > Create an Account\, no membership required)– Navigate the home page to "Upcoming Virtual Seminars and Workshops" #ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/science-salary-savings-financial-foundations-for-early-career-scientists/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T124500
DTSTAMP:20260923T044730Z
CREATED:20260916T191059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T044730Z
UID:10000194-1790165700-1790167500@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Midweek Mindfulness Sits
DESCRIPTION:Register now! CEW+ Mindfulness Sits offer a virtual community of practice for mindfulness meditation. Whether you are new to exploring the benefits of mindfulness or you are looking to build on an established practice\, all are welcome! Each 30-minute session includes instruction\, support\, and guided meditation\, as well as an opportunity for self-directed mindfulness meditation.   #Wellbeing
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/midweek-mindfulness-sits-2/
CATEGORIES:Well-Being
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T190000
DTSTAMP:20260923T064817Z
CREATED:20260916T191009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T064817Z
UID:10000182-1790184600-1790190000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT SERIES #2: Making Confident Money Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Register now! This workshop will help students learn how to dial down financial confusion so they can start making money-related decisions with confidence. Attendees will learn why making money-related decisions can cause so much stress\, how to deal with financial choices (and if it’s working)\, and various ways to dial down the discomfort to start making money decisions with more confidence. This event is part of the Financial Empowerment Initiative organized by CEW+.  #ProfessionalDevelopment#Wellbeing
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/financial-empowerment-series-2-making-confident-money-decisions/
LOCATION:CEW+\, 330 E Liberty St 2nd Floor\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48104\, USA
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Well-Being
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T103000
DTSTAMP:20260925T114517Z
CREATED:20260702T234044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T114517Z
UID:10000149-1790240400-1790245800@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Postdoc orientation | In-Person | NPAW
DESCRIPTION:🚨REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND A 2026 POSTDOC ORIENTATION SESSION 🚨Michigan League\, Michigan Room (2nd floor)Join the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs for incoming postdoctoral fellow orientation and breakfast during National Postdoc Appreciation Week.  \nFully in person\, breakfast included \nOffice of Postdoctoral Affairs program managers Anne-Sophie Bohrer\, PhD and Joel Devonshire\, PhD will lead a presentation about what you need to know to succeed in your role at Michigan: from ways to connect with other postdocs\, important information about campus life and how to learn more about professional development opportunities.  \nAfter orientation\, you’re welcome to head across the hall to a postdoc info fair to check out the tables and resources available to postdoctoral fellows on campus. #PostdocLife 
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/postdoc-orientation-in-person/
LOCATION:Michigan League\, 911 N University Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48109\, USA
CATEGORIES:Postdoc Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T123000
DTSTAMP:20260925T114516Z
CREATED:20260820T174851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T114516Z
UID:10000156-1790245800-1790253000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Postdoc Info Fair | In-Person | NPAW
DESCRIPTION:Michigan LeagueKalamazoo Room (2nd floor) \nCheck out the Postdoc Info Fair during National Postdoc Appreciation Week! Stop by tables to learn more about the organizations on campus that help support postdoctoral fellows\, and pick up some free swag.  \nThe Office of Postdoctoral Affairs will be giving away free Michigan postdocs t-shirts while supplies last\, plus stickers and more!  \nNo registration necessary. Feel free to drop by as you are able. \n#PostdocLife
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/postdoc-info-fair-in-person-npaw/
LOCATION:Michigan League\, 911 N University Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48109\, USA
CATEGORIES:Postdoc Life
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260925T110000
DTSTAMP:20260925T124408Z
CREATED:20260506T164259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T124408Z
UID:10000009-1790326800-1790334000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Taking Charge of Your Postdoctoral Experience | In-Person | NPAW
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nAre you beginning your postdoctoral training or looking to maximize your current postdoctoral experience? This interactive workshop during National Postdoc Appreciation Week will equip you with the essential tools and frameworks to thrive in your postdoctoral role while building the foundation for your future career. \nAt the end of the session\, you will be able to: \n\nDefine the roles and expectations of a postdoctoral fellow\nApply effective communication strategies to set shared expectations\nAssess your current and future mentoring needs to build a robust mentoring network\nTake ownership of your postdoctoral experience by developing a strategic career plan\n\nThis event is open to ALL postdocs\, regardless of their level of experience.This event\, sponsored by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs\, will be led by Drs. Anne-Sophie Bohrer and Joel Devonshire.#ProfessionalDevelopment #PostdocLife
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/taking-charge-of-your-postdoctoral-experience-common-room/
LOCATION:University of Michigan Rackham Graduate School\, 915 E Washington St\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48109\, USA
CATEGORIES:Postdoc Life,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260930T173443Z
CREATED:20260925T114523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T173443Z
UID:10000252-1790683200-1790686800@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Owning Your Voice: The Delicate Dance of Confident & Authentic Communication That Earns the Room
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn this webinar\, Dr. Barbara Lash\, a 20-year TV broadcast journalist\, media coach\, and doctoral researcher\, will explore how to step into your power and own your narrative. Drawing on her extensive experience coaching professional athletes\, celebrities\, and corporate executives\, Dr. Lash will use actionable guidance and live demonstrations to show you how ideas can be shaped into words that inform\, persuade\, and move people. \nEvent organized by the Alumni Association. \n  \n#ProfessionalDevelopment 
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/owning-your-voice-the-delicate-dance-of-confident-authentic-communication-that-earns-the-room/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260930T173444Z
CREATED:20260925T114523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T173444Z
UID:10000253-1790706600-1790712000@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Beyond the Jersey and the Title: Defining Your Brand and Owning Your Story
DESCRIPTION:Register now!  \nYou 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 speak? \n \nPrepare to be challenged. In this interactive session\, Dr. Barbara Lash\, a veteran TV Broadcast Journalist\, Athlete Media & Public Speaking Coach\, Ph.D. Researcher\, and Michigan Alumna\, will give you the playbook to step into your powerful brand and confidently own your voice and story. \nEvent organized by the Alumni Association. \n  \n#ProfessionalDevelopment 
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/beyond-the-jersey-and-the-title-defining-your-brand-and-owning-your-story/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T103000
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SUMMARY:WAG | Fall 2026 (12-weeks)
DESCRIPTION:Register now! \nStruggling to find dedicated time for writing? You’re not alone!  \nOur 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. \nWhether you’re working on manuscripts\, grant proposals\, or other scholarly work\, WAG offers a supportive space to stay motivated and accountable. \nMeeting times: weekly on Wednesdays (9am to 10.30am)\, Sept. 16 – Dec. 9 (12 sessions)\, on Zoom. \n#ProfessionalDevelopment 
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/wag-fall-2026-12-weeks/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260930T173444Z
CREATED:20260907T184305Z
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SUMMARY:OGPS Science Writing & Communication | Designing & Presenting Your Poster Presentation
DESCRIPTION:This event is organized by the Michigan Medicine Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies \nRegister Now! \nJoin us for this virtual workshop to gain insights\, knowledge\, and the skills needed for you to excel in your next poster. \nWorkshop Goals: \n– Discuss effective presentation practices and strategies to improve how our science is presented\, ensuring clarity and audience engagement– Learn techniques to boost confidence in public speaking\, including best practices and mindset strategies for a successful poster– Learn how to structure your poster to convey your science to diverse audiences effectively– Identify best practices for creating visually appealing presentation slides and posters that enhance message retention \n#PostdocLife #ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/ogps-science-writing-communication-designing-presenting-your-poster-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Postdoc Life,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T124500
DTSTAMP:20260923T044730Z
CREATED:20260916T191101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T044730Z
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SUMMARY:Midweek Mindfulness Sits
DESCRIPTION:Register now! CEW+ Mindfulness Sits offer a virtual community of practice for mindfulness meditation. Whether you are new to exploring the benefits of mindfulness or you are looking to build on an established practice\, all are welcome! Each 30-minute session includes instruction\, support\, and guided meditation\, as well as an opportunity for self-directed mindfulness meditation.   #Wellbeing
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/midweek-mindfulness-sits-3/
CATEGORIES:Well-Being
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T140000
DTSTAMP:20260930T173445Z
CREATED:20260831T164848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T173445Z
UID:10000169-1790773200-1790776800@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Designing AI-Enhanced Learning: Evidence\, Pedagogy\, and Student Use
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/designing-ai-enhanced-learning-evidence-pedagogy-and-student-use/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T190000
DTSTAMP:20260930T173446Z
CREATED:20260916T191012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T173446Z
UID:10000183-1790789400-1790794800@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT SERIES #3: Ultimate Financial Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Register now! In this interactive workshop\, you’ll learn how to identify what uncomfortable feelings arise when you engage with money\, get curious about where they come from\, learn how to find more emotional resilience and brainstorm ways to practice financial self-care with your peers. This event is part of the Financial Empowerment Initiative organized by CEW+.  #ProfessionalDevelopment#Wellbeing
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/financial-empowerment-series-3-ultimate-financial-wellness/
LOCATION:CEW+\, 330 E Liberty St 2nd Floor\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48104\, USA
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Well-Being
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