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Writing a Successful Grant Proposal workshop

By on April 23, 2014 in Events, Professional Development

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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Writing a Teaching Philosophy Statement

By on February 27, 2014 in Events, Professional Development

The Postdoctoral Affairs Office is hosting a workshop titled Writing a Teaching Philosophy Statement on March 6th from 4 pm to 5:30 pm at 210 Illini Union. More and more institutions are asking applicants for faculty positions to submit a teaching philosophy statement with their applications. This statement should reflect you and your teaching, but you may be unsure […]

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Communication: Key to Successful Supervision workshop

By on November 27, 2013 in Professional Development

The Postdoctoral Affairs Office is hosting: Communication: One Key to Successful Supervision Monday, Dec. 16, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. 407 Illini Union Registration required Successful team management in a laboratory or other research setting requires strong leadership skills. Workshop facilitators Angela Foster and Wayne Stahl, from University Human Resources, will present communication techniques that postdocs […]

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English as a second language for visiting scholars and postdocs

By on August 25, 2013 in Professional Development

Intensive English Institute will offer an English class for international visiting scholars and postdocs starting on September 23 and continuing through December 3. The emphasis of the class will be on campus culture and oral communication skills for academic purposes. Get more information or register.

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Landing a Faculty Position: Practical Advice

By on August 24, 2013 in Events, Professional Development

Landing a Faculty Position: Practical Advice When: September 12th, 3:30 PM Where: Beckman 3269 Society of Postdoctoral Scholars is hosting a Landing a Faculty Position: Practical Advice workshop at 3:30 pm on September 12th in Beckman 3269. We’ll share some do’s and don’ts that will help academic job seekers navigate the job market with more ease. Attendees will have an opportunity to […]

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Academic Job Search: Practical Advice

By on March 31, 2013 in Events, Professional Development

Academic Job Search: Practical Advice When: April 18th, 3 PM Where: Beckman 2269 Society of Postdoctoral Scholars is hosting an Academic Job Search: Practical Advice workshop at 3 pm on April 18th in Beckman 2269. We’ll share some do’s and don’ts that will help academic job seekers navigate the job market with more ease. Postdocs who have gone through this process will share […]

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First Impressions for Networking and the Job Search

By on March 7, 2013 in Events, Professional Development

Postdoctoral scholars and graduate students are invited to the First Impressions for Networking and the Job Search. This workshop will prepare participants to make positive first impressions at professional meetings, throughout their job searches, and social events, and conclude with a reception to practice newly learned networking skills. The event is co-sponsored by the Graduate College Career […]

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English class for visiting scholars and postdocs

By on February 18, 2013 in Professional Development

Intensive English Institute will offer an English class for international visiting scholars and postdocs on March 5 through April 30. Get more information or register.  

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