GradUpdate
In this issue, NSERC info, Overcoming Perfectionism, TA institute and EDI sessions, writing community for PhD candidates, volunteer opportunities, and more! |
GradStart for new students |
GradStart Online + Webinar Series GradStart Online is live on Canvas. Enrol to view welcome videos, info on academic and professional development support, info on campus resources and clubs, or to register for a GradStart webinar. Topics include Q&A with current grad students, School/Work-Life Balance, Effective Supervision, Responsible Research and Ethics, Flourishing in Grad School, and Working in a Diverse Environment. GSS Event Series Library Orientation for Graduate Students Additional sessions available through September Learn more
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Additional Events and Opportunities |
The following highlights some upcoming events. Please find more on community.grad.ubc.ca and grad.ubc.ca/current-students/professional-development |
ACADEMIC SUPPORT AND SUCCESS |
NSERC info session for doctoral and postdoctoral applicants Wednesday, Sept 2 | 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM Learn more Digital tools for workflow and project management |
CAREER EXPLORATION |
Work Learn Position: Content Writer Work with Green College on communications initiatives and ongoing projects Learn more Sustainability Scholars Paid Internships Employer Virtual Information Session: EY |
COMMUNITY AND NETWORK BUILDING |
Undergraduate 3MT Coordinator Positions Apply by Aug 31 Learn more Mentors needed- support undergrad research (REX mentorship program) |
HEALTH AND WELLNESS |
Overcoming Academic Perfectionism Sept 10 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Register via UBC’s subscription Learn more |
TEACHING DEVELOPMENT |
CTLT Teaching Assistant (TA) Institute September 10 – 16, 2020 | This week long event of free professional development workshops for UBC graduate students includes a collection of workshops designed to support TAs as their roles change with the move to online courses this fall. Sessions include: Thursday, Sept 10 Friday, Sept 11 Monday, Sept 14 Tuesday, Sept 15 Wednesday, Sept 16 Recordings and resources from past online sessions can be found here. Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) in TAing workshops
October Online Graduate Instructional Skills Workshops |
WRITING AND COMMUNICATION |
Candidacy to Completion Writing Community Open to all PhD candidates | Thursdays Sept 10 – Dec 10 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM | Learn more Science Communication and Dealing with Uncertainty in the Era of COVID-19 |