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In-person (Register for location)
This series introduces graduate students and postdocs to the fundamentals of communicating their research to a range of audiences. Participants learn how to craft engaging and clear messages for a
In-person (Register for location)
This series introduces graduate students and postdocs to the fundamentals of communicating their research to a range of audiences. Participants learn how to craft engaging and clear messages for a
In-person (Register for location)
This series introduces graduate students and postdocs to the fundamentals of communicating their research to a range of audiences. Participants learn how to craft engaging and clear messages for a
In-person (Register for location)
This series introduces graduate students and postdocs to the fundamentals of communicating their research to a range of audiences. Participants learn how to craft engaging and clear messages for a
In-person (Register for location)
Engage in self & career exploration. Identify your core values and interests, explore diverse careers pathways, and learn to leverage professional development strategies to find a career path
In-person (Register for location)
Engage in self & career exploration. Identify your core values and interests, explore diverse careers pathways, and learn to leverage professional development strategies to find a career path
In-person (Register for location)
PhD Plus and SPI at UVA, in collaboration with the Office of the Vice President for Research and Julia Smith, UVA's Executive Director of Federal Relations, will be co-hosting a science policy
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The Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs and PhD Plus are sponsoring two (2) UVA graduate students to serve as 2027
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The Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs and PhD Plus are sponsoring two (2) UVA graduate students to serve as 2027 Commonwealth of Virginia Engineering and Science (COVES)
Newcomb Hall Ballroom, Main Lounge, and South Meeting Room (3rd floor)
The Graduate and Professional Council and the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs welcome all UVA graduate and professional students to Newcomb Hall on Main Grounds for lunch! Come enjoy the
Brown Library Room 148
in the UVA Graduate Consulting Club for monthly, one-hour case study interview practice sessions for graduate students and post-docs interested in consulting careers. Sessions are open to
Thornton Hall, Rodman Room (room A238)
Time: 11.30am - 1.30pm PhD Plus will co-host Exponent, a scientific and engineering consulting firm, on Grounds for an information session for graduate students and postdocs
In Person Event (Register for location details and hybrid option)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) offers opportunities for graduate students and their faculty advisors to collaborate with the lab's staff on research
Brown Library Room 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Virtual Webinar - 3:00 - 4.30pm ESTAccelerate to Industry, or A2i, is an industry workforce readiness program for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers developed by the North Carolina State
Virtual Webinar - 1:00 - 2:00 pm ESTAccelerate to Industry, or A2i, is an industry workforce readiness program for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers developed by the North Carolina State
Brown Library Room 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Virtual Webinar - 1:00 - 2:00 pm ESTAccelerate to Industry, or A2i, is an industry workforce readiness program for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers developed by the North Carolina State
Brown Library Room 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Brown Library Room 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Brown Library Room 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Brown Library Room 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Virtual Webinar - 1:00 - 2:00 pm ESTAccelerate to Industry, or A2i, is an industry workforce readiness program for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers developed by the North Carolina State
Brown Library Room 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Virtual Webinar - 3:00 - 4.30pm ESTAccelerate to Industry, or A2i, is an industry workforce readiness program for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers developed by the North Carolina State
Brown Library Room 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Virtual Webinar - 1:00 - 2.00pm ESTAccelerate to Industry, or A2i, is an industry workforce readiness program for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers developed by the North Carolina State
Virtual Webinar - 1:00 - 2:00 pm ESTAccelerate to Industry, or A2i, is an industry workforce readiness program for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers developed by the North Carolina State
Virtual Webinar - 1:00 - 2.00 pm ESTAccelerate to Industry, or A2i, is an industry workforce readiness program for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers developed by the North Carolina State
New Cabell Hall, Language Commons, Suite 298, & Virtually on Zoom (register for link)
Join the Science Policy Initiative (SPI) and PhD Plus for a policy-focused professional development event designed for graduate students and postdocs. This one-
Clark Hall - Brown Library, Room 133
This version of the Career Design Bootcamp is specifically designed to help postdocs engage in self & career exploration. This first part of the program focuses on helping postdocs identify their
Clark Hall - Brown Library, Room 133
This version of the Career Design Bootcamp is specifically designed to help postdocs engage in self & career exploration. This first part of the program focuses on helping postdocs identify their
Brown Library, Room 133
Weekly program time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pmThis Career Design Series is specifically designed to help graduate students and postdocs engage in self & career exploration. This program focuses
Brown Library, Room 133
Weekly program time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pmThis Career Design Series is specifically designed to help graduate students and postdocs engage in self & career exploration. This program focuses
Brown Library, Room 133
Weekly program time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pmThis Career Design Series is specifically designed to help graduate students and postdocs engage in self & career exploration. This program focuses
Brown Library, Room 133
Weekly program time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pmThis Career Design Series is specifically designed to help graduate students and postdocs engage in self & career exploration. This program focuses
Hybrid Event: Clark Hall - Brown Library, Classroom 133 (Register for Zoom link)
PhD Plus will host a condensed version of our summer Fellowship & Grant Writing Series that is focused on the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program on Monday, August 24, from 10:00 am - 12:30
Language Commons - New Cabell Hall, Suite 298
This is the first session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2026 Foundations Series.The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for AHSS Disciplines is best suited for first-year graduate students in the Arts,
Language Commons - New Cabell Hall, Suite 298
This is the second session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2026 Foundations Series.The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for AHSS Disciplines is best suited for first-year graduate students in the Arts,
Language Commons - New Cabell Hall, Suite 298
This is the third session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2026 Foundations Series.The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for AHSS Disciplines is best suited for first-year graduate students in the Arts,
Link Lab - Olsson Hall (2nd floor)
This is the first session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2026 Foundations Series.The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for STEM Disciplines is best suited for first-year graduate students in the science,
Language Commons - New Cabell Hall, Suite 298
This is the fourth session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2026 Foundations Series.The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for AHSS Disciplines is best suited for first-year graduate students in the Arts,
Link Lab - Olsson Hall (2nd floor)
This is the second session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2026 Foundations Series.The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for STEM Disciplines is best suited for first-year graduate students in the science,
Language Commons - New Cabell Hall, Suite 298
This is the fifth session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2026 Foundations Series.The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for AHSS Disciplines is best suited for first-year graduate students in the Arts,
Link Lab - Olsson Hall (2nd floor)
This is the third session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2026 Foundations Series.The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for STEM Disciplines is best suited for first-year graduate students in the science,
Link Lab - Olsson Hall (2nd floor)
This is the fourth session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2026 Foundations Series. The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for STEM Disciplines is best suited for first-year graduate students in the
Link Lab - Olsson Hall (2nd floor)
This is the fifth session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2026 Foundations Series. The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for STEM Disciplines is best suited for first-year graduate students in the
Virtual Workship (register for Zoom meeting link)
Interested in influencing science policy but not sure where to start? Public commenting is one of the most accessible and impactful ways for scientists to help shape government policy and regulations
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
This session is the third part of our 2026 Fellowship & Grant Writing Workshop Series, designed to support graduate students and postdocs from all disciplines who are planning to apply to
Online (register for a Zoom link)
Interested in exploring how to make your academic writing and research accessible for broad audiences? Our popular PhD Plus Writing Op-Eds series is back this summer to help you learn how to do just
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
This session is the fourth part of our 2026 Fellowship & Grant Writing Workshop Series, designed to support graduate students and postdocs from all disciplines who are planning to apply to
Online (register for a Zoom link)
Interested in exploring how to make your academic writing and research accessible for broad audiences? Our popular PhD Plus Writing Op-Eds series is back this summer to help you learn how to do just
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
This session on reflective teaching statements is the third workshop of the 2026 Future Faculty Series, and will be facilitated by Adriana Streifer from UVA's Center for Teaching Excellence.The
Hybrid Workshop - BIMS Education Classroom (BEC; 1023 McKim Hall) Register for a Zoom link.
The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for Life Sciences is best suited for first-year graduate students in biomedical and life sciences disciplines. However, all graduate students are invited to attend
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
The Future Faculty Series is designed for PhD candidates and postdocs in advanced years of training who are interested in faculty careers. The content of this series consists of workshops, panel
Online (register for a Zoom link)
Interested in exploring how to make your academic writing and research accessible for broad audiences? Our popular PhD Plus Writing Op-Eds series is back this summer to help you learn how to do just
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
The Future Faculty Series is designed for PhD candidates and postdocs in advanced years of training who are interested in faculty careers. The content of this series consists of workshops, panel
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for Life Sciences is best suited for first-year graduate students in biomedical and life sciences disciplines. However, all graduate students are invited to attend
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
Session DescriptionThis workshop brings together everything that participants have learned in either the 2026 Future Faculty Series or the 2026 Fellowship and Grant Writing Series. Participants in
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for Life Sciences is best suited for first-year graduate students in biomedical and life sciences disciplines. However, all graduate students are invited to attend
Time & Location TBD
These in-person peer feedback sessions are the final element of our 2026 Fellowship & Grant Writing Workshop Series, designed to support graduate students and postdocs from all disciplines who
Online (register for a Zoom link)
Interested in exploring how to make your academic writing and research accessible for broad audiences? Our popular PhD Plus Writing Op-Eds series is back this summer to help you learn how to do just
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for Life Sciences is best suited for first-year graduate students in biomedical and life sciences disciplines. However, all graduate students are invited to attend
Time & Location TBD
These in-person peer feedback sessions are the final element of our summer 2026 Future Faculty Series workshops. However, the series continues into the fall semester with additional workshops focused
Hybrid Workshop (Register for meeting location and Zoom link)
The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for Life Sciences is best suited for first-year graduate students in biomedical and life sciences disciplines. However, all graduate students are invited to attend
Online (register for a Zoom link)
Interested in exploring how to make your academic writing and research accessible for broad audiences? Our popular PhD Plus Writing Op-Eds series is back this summer to help you learn how to do just
New Cabell Hall, Language Commons (Suite 298)
Engage in self & career exploration. Identify your core values and interests, explore diverse careers pathways, and learn to leverage professional development strategies to find a career path
New Cabell Hall, Language Commons (Suite 298)
Career Design BootcampEngage in self & career exploration. Identify your core values and interests, explore diverse careers pathways, and learn to leverage professional development strategies to
In-person (Register for meeting location)
This session on reflective teaching statements is an in-person version of the workshop that takes place during the summer, and will be facilitated by Adriana Streifer from UVA's Center for Teaching
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
PhD Plus is pleased to announce the first session in our 2026 Fellowship & Grant Writing Workshop Series. This multi-session summer series is designed to support graduate students and postdocs
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
This session is the first workshop of the 2026 Future Faculty Series.The Future Faculty Series is designed for PhD candidates and postdocs in advanced years of training who are interested in faculty
Online (Register for a Zoom link)
Session DescriptionIn this workshop, participants will learn how to prepare and tailor your CV and cover letters for different types of opportunities. We will focus on faculty job searches and
Scholars' Lab (Shannon Library, Room 308)
Join PhD Plus and the Scholars’ Lab for a one-day bootcamp to kick off the summer, reconnect with your research practice, and reenvision how you can build bridges between your work and the public.
Rotunda, Multipurpose Room
The Office of the Vice President of Research at UVA will be hosting Dr. Florent Bernard, Counsellor for Research and Innovation to the Delegation of the European Union to the United States, and is
Thornton Hall, Rodman Room (A238)
Have you been inspired by all the creative, dynamic presentations at the Grad Thesis SLAM? Join us the very next day for a workshop to build and refine your own research communication skills! The
New Cabell Hall Room 349
Join the UVA Graduate Consulting Club for monthly, one-hour case study interview practice sessions for graduate students and post-docs interested in consulting careers. Sessions are open to
Zoom (Register for Link)
The UVA Grad Thesis SLAM provides doctoral candidates (or equivalent) from all disciplines an opportunity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate for a
Zoom (Register for Link to 1)
The UVA Grad Thesis SLAM provides doctoral candidates (or equivalent) from all disciplines an opportunity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate for
Zoom (Register for Link to 2)
The UVA Grad Thesis SLAM provides doctoral candidates (or equivalent) from all disciplines an opportunity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate for
In Person: New Cabell Hall (Register for room details and time)
The UVA Grad Thesis SLAM provides doctoral candidates (or equivalent) from all disciplines an opportunity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate for
In Person: New Cabell Hall (Register for room details and time)
The UVA Grad Thesis SLAM provides doctoral candidates (or equivalent) from all disciplines an opportunity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate for
Brown Library, Room 148
Join the UVA Graduate Consulting Club for monthly, one-hour case study interview practice sessions for graduate students and post-docs interested in consulting careers. Sessions are open to
In-person only; register for meeting location
In-person only; room location will be shared with registrants. Series Description:This course introduces the concepts of organizational leadership, conflict management, resilience, and influence
In-person only; register for meeting location
In-person only; room location will be shared with registrants. Series Description:This course introduces the concepts of organizational leadership, conflict management, resilience, and influence
In-person only; register for meeting location
In-person only; room location will be shared with registrants. Series Description:This course introduces the concepts of organizational leadership, conflict management, resilience, and influence
In-person only; register for meeting location
In-person only; room location will be shared with registrants. Series Description:This course introduces the concepts of organizational leadership, conflict management, resilience, and influence
In-person only; register for meeting location
In-person only; room location will be shared with registrants. Series Description:This course introduces the concepts of organizational leadership, conflict management, resilience, and influence
In-person only; register for meeting location
In-person only; room location will be shared with registrants. Series Description:This course introduces the concepts of organizational leadership, conflict management, resilience, and influence
Nau Hall Room 236
Career Design BootcampEngage in self & career exploration. Identify your core values and interests, explore diverse careers pathways, and learn to leverage professional development strategies to
Nau Hall Room 236
Career Design BootcampEngage in self & career exploration. Identify your core values and interests, explore diverse careers pathways, and learn to leverage professional development strategies to
New Cabell Hall, Language Commons, Suite 298, & Virtually on Zoom (register for link)
Join the Science Policy Initiative (SPI) and PhD Plus for a policy-focused professional development event designed for graduate students and postdocs. This workshop is free for all Virginia graduate
Language Commons (New Cabell Hall, Suite 298)
PhD Plus is excited to host the Career Design for the Humanities Series. This workshop is open to all graduate students and postdocs from any discipline, but we will pay particular attention to
Language Commons (New Cabell Hall, Suite 298)
PhD Plus is excited to host the Career Design for the Humanities Series. This workshop is open to all graduate students and postdocs from any discipline, but we will pay particular attention to
Language Commons (New Cabell Hall, Suite 298)
PhD Plus is excited to host the Career Design for the Humanities Series. This workshop is open to all graduate students and postdocs from any discipline, but we will pay particular attention to
Hybrid (Brown Library Room 133 | Register for Zoom link)
PhD Plus is excited to co-host a series of Research Presentation Workshops over the spring semester in collaboration with the planning committees for the Advancing Excellence in Scholarship
Language Commons (New Cabell Hall, Suite 298)
PhD Plus is excited to host the Career Design for the Humanities Series. This workshop is open to all graduate students and postdocs from any discipline, but we will pay particular attention to
Language Commons (New Cabell Hall, Suite 298)
PhD Plus is excited to host the Career Design for the Humanities Series. This workshop is open to all graduate students and postdocs from any discipline, but we will pay particular attention to
Hybrid (Brown Library Room 133 | Register for Zoom link)
PhD Plus is excited to co-host a series of Research Presentation Workshops over the spring semester in collaboration with the planning committees for the Advancing Excellence in Scholarship
Hybrid (Brown Library Room 133 | Register for Zoom link)
PhD Plus is excited to co-host a series of Research Presentation Workshops over the spring semester in collaboration with the planning committees for the Advancing Excellence in Scholarship
Hybrid (Brown Library Room 133 | Register for Zoom link)
PhD Plus is excited to co-host a series of Research Presentation Workshops over the spring semester in collaboration with the planning committees for the Advancing Excellence in Scholarship
Hybrid (Brown Library Room 133 | Register for Zoom link)
PhD Plus is excited to co-host a series of Research Presentation Workshops over the spring semester in collaboration with the planning committees for the Advancing Excellence in Scholarship
Online: Register for a Zoom link below
PhD Plus is excited to co-host a series of Research Presentation Workshops over the coming months in collaboration with the planning committees for the Diversifying Research Scholarship Conference,
New Cabell Hall, Language Commons, Suite 298, & Virtually on Zoom (register for link)
Join the Science Policy Initiative (SPI) and PhD Plus for a policy-focused professional development event designed for graduate students and postdocs. This workshop is free for all Virginia graduate
Virtual
January 2-10th | Applications Due Dec 1 (see below) PhD Plus and the Jefferson Scholars Foundation National Fellowship Program are pleased to announce the return of our editorial workshop, which
Online: Register for a Zoom link below
Join us for the second session of the Fall 2025 Career Exploration Panels events! PhD panelists will share their experiences building careers in science communication, policy, and outreach.Learn how
Online: Register for a Zoom link below
Join us for the third session of the Fall 2025 Career Exploration Panels series, featuring PhD panelists who have built careers in industry adjacent roles. They will share their experiences moving
Virtual, register below for link
Are you a second-year grad student who'd been planning to apply for the GRFP? Has a common funding opportunity in your field been recently delayed or cancelled? Are you wondering what you can do with
Hybrid - Clark Hall - Brown Library, Conference Room 148; Register for Zoom Link
Join the Science Policy Initiative at UVA and PhD Plus for a 1.5 hour workshop on Writing Op-Eds as a Scientist. This session will be lead by Paul Greenberg, a renowned author and expert in public
Online; Register below for the Zoom link
In this info session, PhD Plus will talk students through the solicitation for this current application cycle, and provide advice and resources for students who are considering applying this cycle.
All participants must register by Oct. 1 (Minor Hall, room 125)
Consulting Workshop SeriesThis series, taught by Dr. Brendan Boler, is offered through 8 Sessions over the course of the academic year, 6 sessions in the fall semester and 2 sessions
All participants must register by Oct. 1 (Minor Hall, room 125)
Consulting Workshop SeriesThis series, taught by Dr. Brendan Boler, is offered through 8 Sessions over the course of the academic year, 6 sessions in the fall semester and 2 sessions
All participants must register by Oct. 1 (Minor Hall, room 125)
Consulting Workshop SeriesThis series, taught by Dr. Brendan Boler, is offered through 8 Sessions over the course of the academic year, 6 sessions in the fall semester and 2 sessions
All participants must register by Oct. 1 (Minor Hall, room 125)
Consulting Workshop SeriesThis series, taught by Dr. Brendan Boler, is offered through 8 Sessions over the course of the academic year, 6 sessions in the fall semester and 2 sessions
Thornton A238 Rodman Room
This series exposes graduate students and postdocs to the fundamentals of communicating their research to a range of audiences. Participants learn how to craft engaging and clear messages for a
All participants must register by Oct. 1 (Minor Hall, room 125)
Consulting Workshop SeriesThis series, taught by Dr. Brendan Boler, is offered through 8 Sessions over the course of the academic year, 6 sessions in the fall semester and 2 sessions
Thornton A238 Rodman Room
This series exposes graduate students and postdocs to the fundamentals of communicating their research to a range of audiences. Participants learn how to craft engaging and clear messages for a
All participants must register by Oct. 1 (Minor Hall, room 125)
Consulting Workshop SeriesThis series, taught by Dr. Brendan Boler, is offered through 8 Sessions over the course of the academic year, 6 sessions in the fall semester and 2 sessions
Thornton A238 Rodman Room
This series exposes graduate students and postdocs to the fundamentals of communicating their research to a range of audiences. Participants learn how to craft engaging and clear messages for a
Thornton A238 Rodman Room
This series exposes graduate students and postdocs to the fundamentals of communicating their research to a range of audiences. Participants learn how to craft engaging and clear messages for a
All participants must register by Oct. 1 (Minor Hall, room 125)
Consulting Workshop SeriesThis series, taught by Dr. Brendan Boler, is offered through 8 Sessions over the course of the academic year, 6 sessions in the fall semester and 2 sessions
All participants must register by Oct. 1 (Minor Hall, room 125)
Consulting Workshop SeriesThis series, taught by Dr. Brendan Boler, is offered through 8 Sessions over the course of the academic year, 6 sessions in the fall semester and 2 sessions
Virtual
PhD Plus - Virtual Office Hours Have a few specific fellowship or grant writing questions or want to get some personalized feedback? Then join us during the PhD Plus drop-in virtual office hour
Virtual
PhD Plus - Virtual Office HoursHave a few specific fellowship or grant writing questions or want to get some personalized feedback? Then join us during the PhD Plus drop-in virtual office hour
Virtual
PhD Plus - Virtual Office HoursHave a few specific fellowship or grant writing questions or want to get some personalized feedback? Then join us during the PhD Plus drop-in virtual office hour
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This is the first session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series.SESSION DESCRIPTIONIn this session, we will discuss and uncover “the hidden curriculum” of graduate school to help you
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This is the second session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series.SESSION DESCRIPTIONAs a grad student, you are the project manager for your coursework, research, teaching, and other
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This is the third session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series.SESSION DESCRIPTIONMentorship is one of the most critical aspects of graduate training. In this session, we will discuss
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This is the fourth session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series.SESSION DESCRIPTIONTime management is a fundamental skill to your graduate experience that requires periodic reflection
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This is the fifth session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series.SESSION DESCRIPTIONThe challenges in graduate school may cause stress, anxiety, and imposter fears. In the final workshop
Brown Library Rm 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini-Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Brown Library Rm 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini-Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Brown 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini-Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Brown Library Rm 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini-Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Location TBD
This is the first session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series.SESSION DESCRIPTIONIn this session, we will discuss and uncover “the hidden curriculum” of graduate school to help you
Brown Library Rm 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini-Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Location TBD
This is the second session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONAs a grad student, you are the project manager for your coursework, research, teaching,
Location TBD
This is the third session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONMentorship is one of the most critical aspects of graduate training. In this session, we will
Location TBD
This is the third session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONTime management is a fundamental skill to your graduate experience that requires periodic
Brown Library Rm 148
Need time to work on your fellowship or faculty application? Do you like to write in a group setting? Join our Mini-Writing Retreats! Each session will start with a brief welcome and some helpful
Location TBD
This is the fifth and final session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONThe challenges in graduate school may cause stress, anxiety, and imposter fears. In
New Cable Hall Rm 236
Career Design BootcampEngage in self & career exploration. Identify your core values and interests, explore diverse careers pathways, and learn to leverage professional development strategies to
New Cabell Hall Rm 236
Career Design BootcampEngage in self & career exploration. Identify your core values and interests, explore diverse careers pathways, and learn to leverage professional development strategies to
In Person Event (Register for location details and hybrid option)
ORNL offers internships at the undergraduate, recent graduate, and graduate levels. Most graduate students participate in collaborative research internships with flexible start and end dates that are
Thornton A238 Rodman Room
In this hands-on workshop, you will learn and practice effective strategies for preparing for the initial screening interviews for faculty roles, as well as tips for the on-campus interview visit.
In-Person (Location TBD)
In this 90-minute Future Faculty workshop, you’ll learn how to write a reflective teaching statement (also known as a teaching philosophy statement). You’ll explore the various components of a
Virtual
The Praxis Program is a unique and well-known training program in the international digital humanities, offered by the UVA Library’s Scholars’ Lab. This fellowship supports a team of University of
Zoom (Register for Link)
This session will dive into the concept of project scope, exploring essential tools for both traditional and agile project management, like the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), product backlog, and
Zoom (Register for Link)
This session will focus on key areas of schedule management, including defining and Planning the Project Schedules, Scheduling Tools and Software, Time Estimation, Monitoring and Controlling
Zoom (Register for Link)
This session will focus on key areas of cost management, including budgeting and cost estimation, cost control and monitoring (using Earned Value Management (EVM), and tools and techniques for cost
Zoom (Register for Link)
This session will provide focus on two areas of project management which are essential to project success – risk management and stakeholder engagement. This session will provide students with tools
Zoom (Register for Link)
This session will define what constitutes a project, examine key differences between waterfall and agile project management, and introduce the concept of the Iron Triangle. Register Now!
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This is the fourth session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONTime management is a fundamental skill to your graduate experience that requires periodic
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This is the fifth and final session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONThe challenges in graduate school may cause stress, anxiety, and imposter fears. In
TBD
This is the fifth and final session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONThe challenges in graduate school may cause stress, anxiety, and imposter fears. In
Virtual
PhD Plus provides PhD students in the advanced years of their degree programs with the opportunity to pursue an internship with a University office or external partner. Our goal for
Virtual
Join us for a virtual info session on the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Graduate Fellowship Program. This fellowship is a career gateway that can provide you 1) real-world
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This is the first session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series.SESSION DESCRIPTIONIn this session, we will discuss and uncover “the hidden curriculum” of graduate school to help you
TBD
This is the first session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series.SESSION DESCRIPTIONIn this session, we will discuss and uncover “the hidden curriculum” of graduate school to help you
TBD
This is the second session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONAs a grad student, you are the project manager for your coursework, research, teaching,
TBD
This is the second session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONAs a grad student, you are the project manager for your coursework, research, teaching,
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This is the third session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONMentorship is one of the most critical aspects of graduate training. In this session, we will
PhD Plus - Foundations: Finding Mentors and Cultivating Professional Relationships (Thursday Option)
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This is the third session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONMentorship is one of the most critical aspects of graduate training. In this session, we will
TBD
This is the fourth session of the 5-week PhD Plus Fall 2025 Foundations Series. SESSION DESCRIPTIONTime management is a fundamental skill to your graduate experience that requires periodic
Virtual on Zoom (register for link)
Budgeting for Graduate Students and PostdocsManaging your money week by week or day to day can feel like flying by the seat of your pants. However, when you’re living on a grad student stipend or
Hybrid - Clark Hall - Brown Library, Classroom 133; Register for Zoom Link
A Changing Landscape in Science Policy: 6 Months into the New AdministrationJoin the Science Policy Initiative (SPI) and PhD Plus for a free science policy-focused professional development
Virtual on Zoom (register for link)
Interested in converting your academic writing and research to make it more accessible for broad audiences? Our popular PhD Plus Writing Op-Eds series is back this summer (2025) to help you learn how
Virtual on Zoom (register for link)
Interested in converting your academic writing and research to make it more accessible for broad audiences? Our popular PhD Plus Writing Op-Eds series is back this summer (2025) to help you learn how
Virtual on Zoom (register for link)
Interested in converting your academic writing and research to make it more accessible for broad audiences? Our popular PhD Plus Writing Op-Eds series is back this summer (2025) to help you learn how
Virtual on Zoom (register for link)
Interested in converting your academic writing and research to make it more accessible for broad audiences? Our popular PhD Plus Writing Op-Eds series is back this summer (2025) to help you learn how
Virtual on Zoom (register for link)
Interested in converting your academic writing and research to make it more accessible for broad audiences? Our popular PhD Plus Writing Op-Eds series is back this summer (2025) to help you learn how
Online (Register for Zoom link)
This summer workshop series supports doctoral students who are planning to apply for graduate or postgraduate fellowship opportunities. Participants gain insight into what reviewers are looking for,
PhD Plus – Fellowship & Grant Writing Series: Crafting a Holistic and Compelling Application Package
Online (Register for Zoom link)
This summer workshop series supports doctoral students who are planning to apply for graduate or postgraduate fellowship opportunities. Participants gain insight into what reviewers are looking for,
Online (Register for zoom link)
In this 90-minute Future Faculty workshop, you’ll learn how to write a reflective teaching statement (also known as a teaching philosophy statement). You’ll explore the various components of a
Online (Register for zoom link)
PhD Plus is pleased to announce the first session in our 2025 Fellowship & Grant Writing Workshop Series. This multi-session summer series is designed to support graduate students and postdocs
Online (Register for Zoom link)
This summer workshop series supports doctoral students who are planning to apply for graduate or postgraduate fellowship opportunities. Participants gain insight into what reviewers are looking for,
Online (Register for zoom link)
This summer Fellowship Workshop Series supports graduate students who are planning to apply for graduate or postgraduate fellowship opportunities. Participants gain insight into what reviewers are
Online; Register below for the Zoom link
This workshop introduces applicants to the NSF GRFP. The virtual session will include an overview of the fellowship program and application elements, review the eligibility requirements, highlight
In-person TBD, Hybrid option over zoom
This Future Faculty workshop will orient participants to the faculty job search process, including walking through the different kinds of higher education institutions and types of faculty roles
Online (Register for Zoom Link)
In this workshop, you'll learn how to prepare and tailor your CV and cover letters for different types of opportunities. We will focus on faculty job searches and fellowship applications, but
Online (Register for Zoom link)
The research statement (or statement of research interests) is a common component of academic job applications. It provides an opportunity for the job candidate to describe one's research
Online (Register for Zoom link)
The research statement (or statement of research interests) is a common component of academic job applications. It provides an opportunity for the job candidate to describe one's research
In Person Event (Register for location details and hybrid option)
PhD Plus will host a condensed version of our summer Fellowship & Grant Writing Series that is focused on the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program on Monday, August 18, from 2:00 - 4:30 pm.
Random Row Brewery
Test your skills and present your research in 3 minutes or less using only plain language. No slides allowed. If you use any jargon, the audience can ring their cowbells, and you'll have to go back
Alumni Hall
The UVA Postdoc Association (UVA PDA) and Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs (OGPA) are co-hosting the 2025 UVA Postdoc Research Symposium at Alumni Hall. For the first time, the symposium
Online
The Graduate Instructor Seminar on the Teaching of Writing provides graduate students from across schools and disciplines at UVA with advanced skills in writing instruction. Specifically, graduate
Online
The Graduate Instructor Seminar on the Teaching of Writing provides graduate students from across schools and disciplines at UVA with advanced skills in writing instruction. Specifically, graduate
Online
The Graduate Instructor Seminar on the Teaching of Writing provides graduate students from across schools and disciplines at UVA with advanced skills in writing instruction. Specifically, graduate
Online
The Graduate Instructor Seminar on the Teaching of Writing provides graduate students from across schools and disciplines at UVA with advanced skills in writing instruction. Specifically, graduate
UVA Alumni Hall - 221 Emmet St.
Grad Thesis SLAM is an academic competition that challenges doctoral students to describe their dissertation research within three minutes, using a single slide, to a general audience. The
German Conference Room – New Cabell Hall 236
DROP IN CAREER COFEE HOURSMAR. 27 & APR. 8 9:30AM - 10:30AM We understand that looking for a job is not an easy task. Let us help you!The Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs invites
BEC McKim Hall 1023
DROP IN CAREER COFEE HOURSMAR. 27 & APR. 8 9:30AM - 10:30AM We understand that looking for a job is not an easy task. Let us help you!The Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs invites
Washington, D.C.
This April, AAAS will be hosting its Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering (CASE) workshop in person in Washington, DC. The 3.5-day program is an exciting opportunity for graduate students
Virtual on Zoom (register for link)
The UVA Postdoc Association (PDA) and the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs are hosting the 2025 Postdoctoral Research Symposium on May 21 in the UVA Alumni Hall. This year's event theme is
Hybrid - Clark Hall - Brown Library, Classroom 133; Register for Zoom Link
PhD Plus is excited to co-host a series of Research Presentation Workshops over the spring semester in collaboration with the planning committees for the Diversifying Research Scholarship Conference
Hybrid - Thornton Hall, Rodman Room A238 (Engineering School); Register for Zoom Link
Option 1 of 2 (similar content to the April 17 session)PhD Plus is excited to co-host a series of Research Presentation Workshops over the spring semester in collaboration with the planning
Hybrid - Clark Hall - Brown Library, Classroom 133; Register for Zoom Link
PhD Plus is excited to co-host a series of Research Presentation Workshops over the spring semester in collaboration with the planning committees for the Diversifying Research Scholarship Conference
Hybrid - Clark Hall - Brown Library, Classroom 133; Register for Zoom Link
Option 2 of 2 (similar content to the March 3 session) PhD Plus is excited to co-host a series of Research Presentation Workshops over the coming months in collaboration with the planning
Zoom (Register for Link)
This 5-week series is open to all graduate students and postdocs in all fields. Participants in this series will identify career fields of interest, transferable skills they have developed, and
Zoom (Register for Link)
The UVA Grad Thesis SLAM provides doctoral candidates (or equivalent) from all disciplines an opportunity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate for a
Zoom (Register for Link)
The UVA Grad Thesis SLAM provides doctoral candidates (or equivalent) from all disciplines an opportunity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate for
Zoom (Register for Link)
The UVA Grad Thesis SLAM provides doctoral candidates (or equivalent) from all disciplines an opportunity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate for
In Person: New Cabell Hall (Register for room details and time)
The UVA Grad Thesis SLAM provides doctoral candidates (or equivalent) from all disciplines an opportunity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate for
Newcomb Hall Room 389
Instructor: Lesa HanlinEnhancing influence and its impact is an ongoing and necessary aspiration for leaders at any level. Influence awareness and agility grow even greater in importance as the need
Newcomb Hall Room 389
Instructor: Alexa JeffressThis session is designed to increase the understanding of cooperative and collaborative processes and ways they are strengthened. Participants learn to address typically
Newcomb Hall 389
Instructor: Laura DuckworthThis interactive course will immerse participants in a real-world organizational challenge to create a plan that motivates teams, navigates change, and drives successful
Newcomb Hall 389
Instructor: Pete RonayneWe live in the midst of a quiet but powerful revolution: what one observer has called the emerging “neuro-society.” A staggering amount of information and knowledge about the
Newcomb Hall 389
Instructor: Alexa JeffressAll leaders and managers have a preferred style, ranging from delegative to authoritarian. The session will help participants identify their go-to leadership style and learn
New Cabell Hall 236
02/04/2025 - 1:00pm - 02/05/2025 - 12:00pm LocationNew Cabell Hall Room 236 Career Design BootcampEngage in self & career exploration. Identify your core values and interests, explore
New Cabell Hall 236
February 5, 2025 - 9:00amNew Cabell Hall 23602/04/2025 - 1:00pm - 02/05/2025 - 12:00pm LocationNew Cabell Hall Room 236Career Design BootcampEngage in self & career exploration. Identify
New Cabell Hall, Language Commons, Suite 298, & Virtually on Zoom (register for link)
Join the Science Policy Initiative (SPI) and PhD Plus for a free science policy-focused professional development event designed for graduate students and postdocs. The 3-day event includes a Science
New Cabell Hall, Language Commons, Suite 298, & Virtually on Zoom (register for link)
Join the Science Policy Initiative (SPI) and PhD Plus for a free science policy-focused professional development event designed for graduate students and postdocs. The 3-day event includes a Science
New Cabell Hall, Language Commons, Suite 298, & Virtually on Zoom (register for link)
Join the Science Policy Initiative (SPI) and PhD Plus for a free science policy-focused professional development event designed for graduate students and postdocs. OVERVIEWThe 3-day event
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The Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs and PhD Plus are sponsoring three (3) UVA representatives to serve as 2026 Commonwealth of Virginia Engineering and Science (COVES) Fellows.
In-person, TBD
Consulting Workshop SeriesRegister here!This series, taught by Dr. Brendan Boler, is offered through 8 Sessions over the course of the academic year, 6 sessions in the fall semester and 2
In-person, TBD
Consulting Workshop SeriesRegister here!This series, taught by Dr. Brendan Boler, is offered through 8 Sessions over the course of the academic year, 6 sessions in the fall semester and 2
In Person: New Cabell Hall (Register for room details and time)
The UVA Grad Thesis SLAM provides doctoral candidates (or equivalent) from all disciplines an opportunity to effectively explain their research in three minutes, in language appropriate for