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Announcing the new SOPS Executive Committee

By on August 17, 2015 in Uncategorized

As of last week, the search for new SOPS Executive Committee has concluded. We are glad to have several new members on board. Bradly Alicea, Brian Mosby, Ilaria Berteletti, Roberto Andresen and Qian Wu have joined the new 2015-2016 SOPS Executive Committee. Previous board members will continue to serve until their leaving. The new SOPS […]

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Lunch Time with Your Peers

By on May 1, 2015 in Uncategorized

To create more opportunities for postdocs to meet each other, we will initiate monthly Lunch Time with Your Peers. This will take place at Beckman Café (Beckman Institute) and Intermezzo Café (Krannert Center) in turn. You can simply bring your lunch or get some delicious food from the cafeteria, relax and chat with other postdocs. […]

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Postdoc Spring Potluck and BBQ

By on April 3, 2015 in Events, Social

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

By on December 12, 2014 in Events, Symposium

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

By on November 6, 2014 in Events, 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

By on October 19, 2014 in Events, Social

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

By on September 5, 2014 in Events

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

By on September 5, 2014 in Events

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

By on July 18, 2014 in Events, Professional Development

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

By on July 3, 2014 in Events, Professional Development

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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