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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
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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
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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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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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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T103000
DTSTAMP:20260930T173445Z
CREATED:20260925T114524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T173445Z
UID:10000254-1790758800-1790764200@postdocs.umich.edu
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T173444Z
UID:10000177-1790762400-1790766000@postdocs.umich.edu
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
UID:10000195-1790770500-1790772300@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-3/
CATEGORIES:Well-Being
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261001T110000
DTSTAMP:20260930T173447Z
CREATED:20260922T190505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T173447Z
UID:10000245-1790848800-1790852400@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Bouchet Honor Society Information Session
DESCRIPTION: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 2 \nAn information session will outline the benefits of joining the Bouchet Honor Society and offer advice and best practices for completing the application. October 1#ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/bouchet-honor-society-information-session/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260930T173448Z
CREATED:20260825T205142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T173448Z
UID:10000161-1791190800-1791219600@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:AI and Mental Health Conference
DESCRIPTION:Date: Oct. 5\, 2026 \nTime: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nLocation: Michigan Union | Rogel Ballroom | 530 S. State St.\, Ann Arbor \nRegistration: Register here \nKeynote Speakers: We are thrilled to welcome nationally recognized leaders to share their insights: \n\n\nDr. Vaile Wright: Senior director of health care innovation\, American Psychological Association. \n\n\nDr. Caitlin Stamatis: Clinical psychologist and head of research\, Slingshot AI. \n\n\nWhat Attendees Can Expect: This is more than a conference. It is a call to action designed to foster responsible\, human-centered AI innovation. Participants will engage in multidisciplinary exploration through keynote speeches\, expert panels and interactive discussions. Key learning areas include: \n\n\nThe Human Stakes: Exploring how AI influences mental health for individuals\, families and communities\, and how it feels to live through this period of rapid change. \n\n\nPromise vs. Hype: Distinguishing between evidence-based AI advances and speculative hype while focusing on responsible development. \n\n\nGovernance and Accountability: Discussing the urgent need for ethical guardrails\, public policy and standards to ensure AI is used equitably and transparently. \n\n\nCommunity Connection: Learning through “spotlight” presentations about what teams are building\, studying and changing in the field. \n\n\nAttendees will also have the opportunity to contribute to “The Listening Wall\,” sharing their worries\, hopes and ideas to help inform a post-event white paper and future policy recommendations. \n#ProfessionalDevelopment #Wellbeing
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/ai-and-mental-health-conference/
LOCATION:Michigan Union\, 530 S State St\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48109\, USA
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Well-Being
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T130000
DTSTAMP:20261006T151515Z
CREATED:20260922T182102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T151515Z
UID:10000238-1791286200-1791291600@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:Postdoc orientation -- Rackham\, Common Room
DESCRIPTION:🚨REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND A 2026 POSTDOC ORIENTATION SESSION 🚨Rackham Graduate School\, 915 E. Washington St. Common Room  \nDirections to Common Room: \n\nStart in Rackham building lobby\, off E. Washington St. \nHead to left side of lobby\nLook for stairs leading down to lower level/basement. Alternatively\, there is an elevator in the carpeted area of the lobby\, between the building front doors and auditorium doors. If using the elevator\, take to “LL.”\nAt bottom of stairs or outside of elevator\, head left (past signs for facilities office and HR)\nFollow signs for Common Room\n\nLUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED TO ATTENDEES.  #PostdocLife 
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/postdoc-orientation-rackham-common-room-7/
LOCATION:University of Michigan Rackham Graduate School\, 915 E Washington St\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48109\, USA
CATEGORIES:Postdoc Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T103000
DTSTAMP:20261006T172836Z
CREATED:20260925T114527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T172836Z
UID:10000255-1791363600-1791369000@postdocs.umich.edu
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-2/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T110000
DTSTAMP:20261006T172835Z
CREATED:20260916T191013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T172835Z
UID:10000184-1791367200-1791370800@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:OGPS Science Writing & Communication | Outline Your Research Manuscript
DESCRIPTION:This event is organized by the Michigan Medicine Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. \nRegister Now!  \nGetting 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 science\, including the motivation\, problem statement\, and results\, into a structure that supports your argument and engages readers. \nIn this interactive workshop\, you will learn best practices for outlining\, explore strategies for translating research into a logical flow\, and begin drafting an outline for your own manuscript. \n#ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/ogps-science-writing-communication-outline-your-research-manuscript/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T121500
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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-4/
CATEGORIES:Well-Being
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T180000
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SUMMARY:Faculty Job Search: Dual Career Considerations for the "Two-Body Problem"
DESCRIPTION: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 clarify your needs and understand your options\, setting all those involved in your relationship up for success. The first half of this session will outline major dual career considerations for a faculty job search\, followed by time for questions and conversations. This workshop is relevant for those in relationships with one academic or with multiple academics.  This event is organized by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. #ProfessionalDevelopment  
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/faculty-job-search-dual-career-considerations-for-the-two-body-problem/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T190000
DTSTAMP:20261006T200309Z
CREATED:20260916T191014Z
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SUMMARY:FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT SERIES #4: Caring for Your$elf
DESCRIPTION:Register now! In this interactive workshop\, we will reframe budgeting into a useful tool that works for you and learn how to set meaningful and achievable financial goals. This event is part of the Financial Empowerment Initiative organized by CEW+.  #ProfessionalDevelopment#Wellbeing
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/financial-empowerment-series-4-caring-for-yourelf/
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:20261009T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261009T120000
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SUMMARY:OGPS Faculty Corner | Driven by Discovery: Careers on the Research Track
DESCRIPTION:Event organized by OGPS  \nRegister Here! \nThis 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. \nPlease come prepared with questions. Refreshments will be served.   \n#ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/driven-by-discovery-careers-on-the-research-track/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261014T103000
DTSTAMP:20261006T172838Z
CREATED:20260925T114529Z
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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-3/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261014T113000
DTSTAMP:20261006T172839Z
CREATED:20260916T191015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T172839Z
UID:10000186-1791972000-1791977400@postdocs.umich.edu
SUMMARY:OGPS Science Writing & Communication | Writing Confidently: Strategies for Success and Productivity
DESCRIPTION:This event is organized by the Michigan Medicine Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies \nRegister Now! \nAlthough 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 approach writing with renewed confidence. \nWorkshop Goals:– Embrace your identity as a writer to strengthen your self-assurance– Discover how understanding your audience can make your writing more impactful– Reflect on your personal writing habits to identify what to adjust or refine – Explore proven productivity strategies to overcome procrastination and build momentum \n#ProfessionalDevelopment
URL:https://postdocs.umich.edu/event/ogps-science-writing-communication-writing-confidently-strategies-for-success-and-productivity/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261014T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261014T124500
DTSTAMP:20261006T200309Z
CREATED:20260916T191105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T200309Z
UID:10000197-1791980100-1791981900@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-5/
CATEGORIES:Well-Being
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