Events

In this session, Speaker Omar Abdullah will cover: Practical, non-cringey strategies to gain buy-in, follow up meaningfully, and stay top of mind inside and outside academia. In this session, graduate students will get comfortable with the parts of professional life that no one really teaches: influence, presence, and connection. We’ll explore how to read the room, communicate your value with clarity and confidence, and build genuine relationships in a way that feels authentic and non-cringey. It’s practical, interactive, and a little bit fun, built around real stories and tools you can start using right away. Late breakfast/early lunch will be served!