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Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) 

Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) 

Upcoming Events

  • Preparing Research Abstracts (Online)

    February 3

    馃棑锔� Monday, February 3
    鈴� 12:00PM - 1:00 PM.
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    In this lecture, we provide a concise guide to crafting abstracts for conferences. This presentation will break down the writing of the abstract into simple steps that will enable you to create an engaging abstract highlighting your amazing research.
    Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Director, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Development.

  • Valentine's Day Grab-A-Gram 馃挌

    February 14

    Stop by to pick up a sweet treat and Valentine鈥檚 gram for you or someone special!

    鉂ｏ笍Friday, February 14, 2025
    鉂ｏ笍Upstairs John & Grace Allen Building (2nd floor Breezeway)
    鉂ｏ笍12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

    Sponsored by the Office of Graduate Studies and the Graduate and Professional Student Council (GPSC).

  • The Language Lounge

    Spring 2025

    Language Lounge sessions

    Join us in The Language Lounge! 馃寧 Visit ALN 209 to sharpen your language skills in a comfortable, conversational environment!

    鈴� 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    馃搮 Jan. 22, Feb. 5, 19, Mar. 5, Apr. 2, 16.

  • Designing Your Research Poster (Online)

    February 20

    馃棑锔� Thursday, February 20
    鈴�12:00 PM - 1:00 PM.
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    Research posters are a communication tool commonly used in the academic community to visually share your research projects and creative ideas.

    During this session, we will discuss key aspects of designing effective posters and pertinent information about the Graduate Research Symposium so you can WOW the judges and potentially win awards!

    Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Director, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Development.

  • Presenting Your Research Poster (Online)

    February 27

    馃棑锔� Thursday, February 27
    鈴� 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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    Research posters are a communication tool commonly used in the academic community to visually share your research projects and creative ideas.

    During this session, we will discuss how to communicate your research in 3-5 minutes, including tips and tricks for presenting that will make your point concise and easy to understand.  Additionally, we will discuss the judging criteria for the Graduate Research Symposium to help you prepare for the judges.

    Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Director, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Development.

  • Writing 911爆料网dnesdays 馃摑 (Online or ALN 209)

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    Online: 9 AM - 10 AM via Teams. .
    In-Person: 3 PM - 5 PM in ALN 209.

    Presented by Dr. Stephanie Harper and Dr. Tracy Costello.

    Being intentional and consistent about writing will help you progress and meet your goals. Whether it's a journal article or a fellowship/grant, thesis or dissertation, proposal, or a scholarship/award application, join peers in a time of intention setting and dedicated writing. 

    Questions?
    Contact Dr. Stephanie Harper (Online)
    Contact Dr. Tracy Costello (In-Person)

  • ETD Formatting Workshops 鉁忥笍

    Rotating Mon/Tue

    Meet virtually every other Tuesday and 911爆料网dnesday via Microsoft Teams. View Dates.
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    These are meant to help with ETD-specific formatting.  

    The 911爆料网ekly Formatting Workshops are different from the ETD Process Workshop which is only held once a semester.

    What's the difference? 
    The ETD Process Workshop covers all aspects of the process from Registration to Review and should be attended by all Graduate students completing a Thesis or Dissertation. 911爆料网ekly Formatting Workshops cover formatting only and are not a substitute for the ETD Process Workshop. Drop in for help with document formatting.

  • National Postdoc Association SmartSkills

    Monthly

    NPA Smartskills have recurring sessions every 4th Tuesday of the month at 3PM.


    Many postdocs wonder about the pathway into industry without ways to learn the truth about the journey.

    Join leaders from industry as they share their thoughts on the current industry postdoc landscape, discuss misconceptions about postdocs and careers in industry, clarify differences between industry and academic postdocs and positions, offer recommendations to postdocs seeking to enter industry positions, and provide insights on future trends that may affect postdocs in industry.
    This is intended as a collaborative discussion so bring your questions!

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    USF Libraries offer a variety of virtual and in-person workshops that are aimed to assist graduate students with developing research skills: