Professional Development
| September | October | November |
September
Multicultural Graduate Network (MGN) and Graduate Student Collaborative (GSC) Fall Leadership Ropes Challenge
Saturday, September 8, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Meet at Bascom Hall Parking Lot to carpool to Blackhawk Ski Area
Ropes course is facilitated by UW-Madison’s Adventure Learning Programs, and includes a range of group-related activities, from low to high ropes course elements, which are “challenge by choice”-focused. Most folks tend to participate in most activities but you are not required to do everything. Bring a water bottle if you like. Dress in active clothing for the woods. Co-sponsored by the Multicultural Graduate Network (MGN).
Making the Most Out of Mentoring
Thursday, September 13, 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Bascom Hall, Room 350
Looking for or wanting to be a mentor? Come to this workshop to discuss the benefits of mentoring, how to be an effective mentee, and how to foster a positive relationship with your mentor. Facilitated by Chris Pfund, Associate Director, Delta Program.
Faculty Responsibilities and Life at Different Types of Institutions: Faculty Panel Discussion
Tuesday, September 25, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Virginia F. Harrison Parlor, Lathrop Hall (1050 University Ave.)
Panelists from Alverno College, Roosevelt University, UW-Baraboo, and UW-Eau Claire will talk about their experience teaching and conducting research at their institution, what the interview process was like, and the culture of working at their institution.
October
Keeping Current with the Literature
Thursday, October 4, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Steenbock Library, Room 105
Learn the tools that can help you minimize your time and maximize your efficiency
for staying up-to-date in your field of research. Create a custom list of
library databases to be always at your fingertips. Have table of contents
of the most recent journals sent directly to your email. Be alerted to the
most recent articles on a topic. Monitor Web sites, blogs, and other important
resources with ease. Keep track of citations and make bibliographies quickly.
There will be plenty of hands-on time for you to explore the resources on
your own.
Completion of the Ph. D: Step-by-Step Guidance from the Graduate School
Wednesday, October 10, Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Union South
Learn the step-by-step program to make completing the degree easier. Discover
tips and etiquette to work effectively with committees, faculty and staff
in your department, and staff in the Graduate School. Discover an appropriate
timeline for you to get things done and take charge of your degree. Presenter:
Elena Hsiao-ching Hsu, Ph.D., Degree Coordinator, Graduate School.
Multicultural Graduate Network (MGN) and Graduate Student Collaborative (GSC) Professional Development Symposium
Saturday, October 13, 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Union South
A day of workshops, networking and discussion for graduate students. Topics
covered will include developing your C.V., strategies on public speaking,
working with people effectively, how to get funding, and achieving balance
between graduate school and other important aspects of your life. Lunch
will be provided. Co-sponsored by the Multicultural
Graduate Network (MGN).
Vilas Travel Grant Workshop I
Wednesday, October 17, 11:00 a.m. – Noon
Bascom Hall, Room 260
Are you a final-year MFA or Dissertator who needs financing for travel expenses
to do research or present at a conference? If so, come to this workshop
to learn how to successfully complete the Vilas Travel Grant application.
Required forms for international students will be available at the workshop.
Deadline to apply for a Vilas Travel Grant is October 31st!
Vilas Travel Grant Workshop II
Thursday, October 18, 11:00 a.m. – Noon
Bascom Hall, Room 260
Are you a final-year MFA or Dissertator who needs financing for travel expenses
to do research or present at a conference? If so, come to this workshop
to learn how to successfully complete the Vilas Travel Grant application.
Required forms for international students will be available at the workshop.
Deadline to apply for a Vilas Travel Grant is October 31st!
November
Interviewing for Faculty Positions
Thursday, November 1, Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Bascom Hall, Room 350
Gain experience handling interview questions for academic positions in this small group workshop. An introduction and first-hand account will be given by Jessica Guo, Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, followed by practice interviews with peer feedback.
Mastering the Non-Academic Interview
Tuesday, November 6, Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Bascom Hall, Room 350
Gain experience handling interview questions for non-academic positions in this small group workshop. Practice makes perfect!
Grant Proposal Preparation Tips
Thursday, November 8, Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Bascom Hall, Room 350
Tips on grant writing, preparing a budget and submitting your proposal. For graduate students and other new investigators. Facilitated by Eileen Callahan, Director of Graduate Student Professional Development and Petra Schroeder, Assistant Dean, The Graduate School.
Networking: The Swiss Army Knife of Career Planning
Tuesday, November 13, Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Bascom Hall, Room 350
Get an overview of the career development process, learn how networking can be used in each phase, and discover how to network effectively. Facilitated be Sheila Jenses, Career Advisor for L&S Career Services.
Using the Break to Find a Summer Internship
Thursday, November 29, Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Bascom Hall, Room 350
Start planning now by learning the best ways to secure a summer internship. Registration is required.