Events

“Facilitating Effective Labs” aims to equip lab instructors with tools to lead an engaging and collaborative lab session that still gives students time to complete the required activities. We will explore strategies for setting lab expectations, giving helpful pre- and post-lab talks, and asking questions that promote discovery and observation.

Learn how to craft a compelling resume that highlights your graduate training and transferable skills. This interactive workshop will guide you through formatting, tailoring to job descriptions and writing accomplishment-driven statements. Whether you're starting from scratch or refining a draft, you'll leave with tools to make your resume stand out. Lunch provided!

Learn how to network effectively and build meaningful, two-way relationships at upcoming industry site visits in this interactive virtual workshop with the Office of Career and Life Design! Identify where you can add value, refine your messaging, and practice strategies to connect. Designed specifically for graduate students and postdocs, this workshop will help you prep for a variety of other networking contexts.

Discussion can be an effective classroom tool to reach a variety of course goals. "Facilitating Effective Discussions" aims to equip instructors with tools to encourage and maintain classroom engagement for all students while meeting course goals. Join us for an exploration of different techniques and technologies for establishing and maintaining interest and interaction with course content.

Learn best practices for creating and optimizing your LinkedIn profile to showcase your skills and attract recruiters. We’ll cover profile essentials, strategies for highlighting expertise, and tips for leveraging LinkedIn for job and internship searches. Designed specifically for graduate students and postdocs, this workshop will help you prep for a variety of other networking contexts.

Take your LinkedIn profile to the next level! In this interactive lab, you’ll receive tailored feedback from peers to refine your profile and make it stand out. By reviewing others’ profiles and getting multiple perspectives on yours, you’ll gain actionable insights to strengthen your online presence. An OCLD staff member will also be available to share best practices and answer questions.

Discussion can be an effective classroom tool to reach a variety of course goals. "Facilitating Effective Discussions" aims to equip instructors with tools to encourage and maintain classroom engagement for all students while meeting course goals.

U.S. employers are ramping up hiring of international students after graduation. In particular, many U.S. companies will be seeking to sponsor foreign students for U.S. work visas. Join Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman for a discussion on navigating the U.S. employment-immigration system after graduation. Jason will discuss the upcoming H-1B work visa lottery, as well as unique strategies for students to overcome immigration obstacles.

This interactive workshop helps graduate students and postdocs identify their skills, interests and values to guide meaningful career decisions. Through reflection and practical exercises, you’ll clarify priorities, connect strengths to potential paths and explore strategies for aligning your next steps with what matters most.

In this 90-minute session for graduate students, we will share strategies for using elements of storytelling to accessibly share the highlights of your current research and teaching practices with a broad audience. Learn how to set the scene, engage your audience and provoke curiosity while discussing aspects of your professional life. Join guest experts Kaitlyn Farrell Rodriguez and Michelle Gaston from the Center for Teaching and Learning to master this vital skill.