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13
Career and Professional Development Writing Retreat
January 13, 2025, 12 - 4:30 p.m.
If you are working on applications for jobs, internships, fellowships, or anything else, now is the perfect time to join us!
We know that writing can be challenging for scientists, especially when you’re writing something non-scientific. But we also know there are certain things that every scientist needs to write at some point – like a personal bio, a cover letter or résumé, a conference proposal, or a teaching statement.
Writing in community, rather than in isolation, can help make this... Wed
22
The Coffee Chat Protocol
January 22, 2025, 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Most of us find it daunting to reach out to a stranger; but most potential mentors start as people you don’t know yet. Whether you’re choosing a thesis lab, seeking research collaborators, exploring careers, or applying for jobs, “coffee chats” (also known as “informational interviews”) are an essential way to find mentors and opportunities. Fortunately, there’s a straightforward protocol you can follow. We’ll walk you through how to contact people, ask to talk, and use a 30-minute conversation... Fri
24
OCPD Office Hours (for Graduate Students and Postdocs)
January 24, 2025, 2 - 3 p.m.
Join the OCPD team for drop-in office hours. Bring an application you are working on, questions on any subject, or just pop in to say hi! Our office hours are casually structured get you immediate support- feel free to arrive late and/or leave early. 
