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Postdoc Spring Potluck and BBQ

The spring is finally here. It’s time to go out and enjoy the nice weather! The Society of Postdoctoral Scholars (SOPS) will host a potluck and BBQ at Hessel Park on Saturday, April 18. We will provide burgers (veggie and non-veggie), hot dogs, chips and drinks. It will be great if you can bring one […]

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5th Annual Postdoctoral Research Symposium registration open

The registration for the 5th Annual Postdoctoral Research Symposium, which will be held at the Beckman Institute on February 6th, 2015, is now open! Event is open to all disciplines. The deadline for abstract submission and registration is January 16th, 2015. Audience choice talk and poster finalists will be awarded cash prizes; several travel awards […]

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SOPS Potluck and Brunch Social

As the semester comes to a close lets meet once again for some socializing and networking. The Society of Postdoctoral Scholars (SOPS) is hosting a potluck and brunch this month at the Native American House. Bring any homemade dish(es) of your choice to share with others. We will be providing some beverages (coffee, juices) and […]

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SOPS Postdoc Lunch Social at Beckman Cafe

Looking for ways to meet other postdocs on campus? Finding opportunities to expand your professional network? Couldn’t make our last event? Not a problem! We will be hosting a Beckman Cafe lunch gathering at noon on Thursday, October 23. There, you will be able to meet new friends from different disciplines and/or mingle with people […]

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Postdoc Potluck and BBQ

The fall semester has begun. Hope you all are having a good start. As part of the National Postdoc Appreciation Week, the Society of Postdoctoral Scholars (SOPS) will host a potluck and BBQ at Hessel Park on Saturday, September 20. We will provide burgers (veggie and non-veggie), hot dogs, chips and drinks. It will be […]

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Reception for Postdoctoral Scholars

Save the date! As part of the National Postdoc Appreciation week, the Postdoctoral Affairs Office and the Graduate College invite all Illinois postdoctoral scholars to attend a reception to thank and acknowledge you for your contributions to campus. Sept. 16, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. ACES Library, Heritage Room (campus map)

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Faculty Job Search Retreat 2014

July 23, 12:45 – 5:00 p.m. Illini Union, Rooms A, B & C Registration The Graduate College Career Development Office is pleased to invite postdoctoral scholars to attend its annual Faculty Job Search Retreat. Included in the program are breakout sessions and a panel of experienced faculty members to guide participants through enhancing their application […]

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Face to Face with Your Peers: Academic Job Search Panel Discussion

As the fall semester approaches, a lot of us are going to start faculty job search soon. Are you ready to get started? Are you wondering when and where to start? Do you have specific questions that you hope to talk to someone but don’t know many people around? We are here to help. The […]

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Writing a Successful Grant Proposal workshop

Writing Successful Grant Proposals workshop will take place on April 30, 4-6 pm in 66 Main Library. This Graduate College event will present a “nuts and bolts” introduction to the art of grant writing, offering guidance on the type of writing that works best in proposals along with tips on how to avoid common mistakes. Details and registration link are here.

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Talk: Landing a Job Outside Academia

The Graduate College and the English Graduate Student Association are sponsoring a talk Secrets of a Ph.D. Headhunter – 5 Key Tips for Landing a Job Outside Academia by Susan Basalla. The talk will be presented on April 18, 4-5:30 pm at the Knight Auditorium in Spurlock Museum. Find out how to get a job outside academia, even if you […]

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