Professional & Career Development
Events & Workshops
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USF graduate students and postdocs have year-round access to workshops, competitions, networking events, and community gatherings designed to build the skills — and connections — that matter most, inside and outside the classroom.
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Upcoming Events
SPSS Intermediate
September 10
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Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
This intermediate level SPSS workshop covers the inferential tests that involve a
comparison of means. Whether you are comparing a single mean to an expected value
or compare means of two or more sets of data, you will learn to choose the appropriate
test (i.e., single sample t-test, independent samples t-test, one-way ANOVA), run
it, and interpret the output. Hands-on-activity with example data is provided to learn
these tests. By Yulia Drung, USF Psychology.
Intro to USF Libraries: Your Research Ally
September 10
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Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Location: Virtual/Online
If you are new to USF Libraries or if you need a refresher about how the USF Libraries
can assist you in your research, this is the workshop for you. This session will focus
on library services, how we can help with the research process, using basic tools
for finding information, and how to get help when you need it. By Susan Ariew, USF
Libraries.
Preparing A Winning 3MT® Presentation
September 14
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Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
This lecture is designed to help you understand and develop your best 3MT presentation
so that you're prepared to enter the USF competition in October 2026. We'll share
tips for success, including how to frame your research for any audience and considerations
for your slide's design. [Note! This can be any research project that you have worked
on. It does not need to be your thesis or dissertation research.]
Presented by Tracy Costello, PhD, Assistant Dean, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and
Graduate Student Success
The Three Minute Thesis, or 3MT, is an annual competition held at over 200 universities
worldwide, open to graduate students who present their research in less than 3 minutes,
with only one static slide. Winning presentations are engaging stories that are understood
by the broader audience, requiring little expertise in the research area.
The winner and runner-up of the USF competition receive travel awards and are additionally
supported to travel and present in the Council of Graduate Schools 3MT competitions
at the statewide competition at the 2027 Council of Florida Graduate Schools Conference
and the regional competition at the 2027 Council of Southern Graduate Schools Conference,
schedule and funding permitting.
Postdoc Benefits and Resources
September 14
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Time: 4:00-5:30 PM EST
In this seminar, we discuss all your benefits and resources.
- New USF Postdocs are strongly encouraged to attend
- Current postdocs who have questions about any of these topics are welcome to attend
This orientation session for postdoctoral fellows is an opportunity to learn about policies and guidelines pertaining to postdocs, postdoc benefits, career and professional development opportunities, and other resources available at USF. This is an opportunity for you to network with other postdocs and get answers to your questions.
If you have any questions about this orientation session or about being a postdoc at USF, don’t hesitate to contact me. I’m here for you!
Intro to Excel: Mastering the Basics
September 15
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Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
This workshop offers an essential introduction to Microsoft Excel. Participants will
learn fundamental skills needed to navigate and utilize Excel effectively. The workshop
will cover basic spreadsheet operations, data entry and formatting, key functions,
and introductory data analysis techniques. By the end of the workshop, attendees will
possess a solid foundation in Excel, enabling them to efficiently manage academic
and personal tasks such as budgeting, data organization, project planning, and analysis.
This workshop is designed for beginners, and no prior experience with Excel is required.
Presented by William Parker, USF Libraries
Research Planning with AI
September 15
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Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
Before diving into a full literature review, learn how AI tools can help you scope
a project, build context, and refine your research questions. This session walks through
using Perplexity for early scoping and context building, a generalist LLM like Claude
to stress-test your research approach and challenge assumptions, and Notion to organize
planning notes and draft early methodology outlines. Participants will practice using
AI as a planning partner while maintaining ownership over their scholarly direction.
By Evan Fruehauf, USF Libraries.
Design AI-Assisted Qualitative Research Pt 1
September 16
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Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
Part 1 of this session will introduce participants to a framework for considering
the consequences of using generative AI in qualitative research designs and workflows.
We will start by acknowledging inherent risks and ethical dilemmas posed by the development
of large language models and how generative AI is challenging the essence of what
it means to do qualitative work. We will learn how to distinguish between methodological
strategies and technological tactics, i.e. why researchers must first know how they
want to work with their data before choosing the best tools to do so. By Dr. Jessica
Lester, Indiana University.
Discovering Primary Sources
September 16
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Time: 11:00 - 12:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
Learn how to locate primary sources through online finding aids, archival catalogs,
and research databases. This workshop will cover key resources for discovering archival
materials, how to read and interpret finding aids, and best practices for citing primary
source research. Participants will leave with practical strategies for finding and
using primary sources in their research projects. Presented by Andrew Beman-Cavallaro
and Stephanie Mackin, USF Libraries.
Word for Long-Form Academic Writing
September 16
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Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST
Location: Teams
Many graduate student writers use Word like a typewriter, but this workshop helps students understand how Word can be an effective document production system. This workshop offers practical advice on how Word can actually help better manage and organize long-form writing. The goals of the Workshop are to reduce manual work, reduce inconsistency, increase ease of use, increase document structure, and prevent formatting disasters.
R Programming: An Introduction
September 17
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Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
This workshop will introduce the basics of the programming language R – providing
a foundation for beginners that are interested in working with data. By Kristina Riemer,
EHS Support.
Thematic Analysis & Coding Methods
September 17
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Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
This workshop will discuss coding, memoing, and other practices for analyzing qualitative
data. Workshop participants will complete hands-on exercises using either their own
data or data provided by the instructor. Participants will develop a data analysis
plan they might use for a dissertation, grant, or the qualitative portion of a mixed
method study. By Dr. Charles Vanover, USF's College of Education.
PowerBI for Data Visualization: Basics
September 18
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Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
In this workshop the participants will learn how to connect different data sources
such as (csv., excel, and sql db) to PowerBi, and how to manipulate and transform
the data inside the tool, so at the end they can create a dashboard according to their
expectations. By Viviana Madelaine Milla Angeles.
Career Club (Virtual)
September 18
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Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Are you navigating a tough job market? ... wondering where to take your next career
step? ...feeling stuck in the application cycles?
The job market is turbulent, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you’re
just starting to explore or actively applying, the Career Club is your space to discuss
challenges, celebrate wins, develop your network, prepare for interviews, improve
your resumes or LinkedIn profiles, and learn the strategies that get you hired!
Unlock your potential! Elevate your career!
Join the club at https://bit.ly/USFCareerClub
2026 National Postdoc Appreciation Week
September 21-25
Join us in recognizing the significant contributions that postdoctoral scholars make to U.S. research and discovery.
Caffeine & Cuddles with STAR!
September 21
Time: 9:00 - 10:30 AM EST
Location: ALN 296
Creating & Curating Academic Profiles
September 21
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Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
Every researcher accumulates a scattered digital footprint, with publications indexed
under slightly different name variants, profiles auto generated by databases you never
logged into, and no single place that reliably points back to you. This session introduces
the tools USF researchers can use to consolidate and control that footprint using
ORCID, USF's Digital Commons repository, and the author-profile features built into
Scopus and Web of Science, and other free and subscription resources. Participants
will leave having created or verified their own ORCID iD, the anchor identifier that
ties the rest of these profiles together, along with guidance on populating and maintaining
the others. By the end of this workshop, participants will have created or verified
their ORCID iD. identified the steps to claim, request, or verify author profiles
in Scopus, Web of Science, and USF's Digital Commons repository, and be aware of how
to evaluate which additional profile platforms are worth maintaining based on their
discipline and visibility goals. By Matt Torrence and Allison Symulevich, USF Libraries.
Previously Published & Copyrighted Material
September 22
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Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Location: Online Virtual
While you are researching or working on your thesis or dissertation you are making
use of a wealth of different resources: published articles, books, images, software,
datasets, etc. Almost all of these things are protected by intellectual property
laws like copyright. This session will introduce common copyright issues encountered
during the research, publication, and the writing of theses and dissertations. By
LeEtta Scmidt, USF Libraries.
Navigating Your Career Journey Using MBTI
September 22
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Time: 12:00 - 1:30 PM EST
Location: Teams
Happy 2026 National Postdoc Appreciation Week!
Using your MBTI results as a strategic compass, this session explores how your natural
preferences shape your professional interests and ideal work environments. We will
break down your specific profile to identify the innate skills that feel most intuitive
to you, helping you distinguish between roles that energize you and those that may
lead to burnout.
By aligning your "type" with real-world career trajectories, you will gain a deeper
understanding of the organizational cultures and tasks where you are most likely to
thrive. You will leave with an actionable framework to navigate your next steps with
confidence, ensuring your career journey is powered by your innate strengths.
Tracy Costello, PhD, Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success
Intro to Nvivo
September 22
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Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
This is an introduction to NVivo, a qualitative and mixed-methods data tool. Topics
will include: Understanding the NVivo workspace, creating a project, importing and
exploring different types of data, beginning coding, recording memos and comments,
and identifying tools for various analytic tasks. By Shawna Durtschi, USF Libraries.
Lightning Talks
September 23
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Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate
Student Success
Lightning talks are an opportunity for you to share your research in 3-5 minutes with
a streamlined slide deck (typically 1-3 slides, but fewer than 10), programmed to
automatically advance. The primary purpose of this fast-paced presentation is to spark
new conversations and collaborations. This lecture will discuss tips and tricks for
presenting that will help you make your point concisely and be well-prepared for future
conference talks and competitions!
The Postdoc Lightning Talk Competition is scheduled for Oct 23rd. Competition winners will earn funding for travel or professional development. Details will be posted on the usf.edu/postdoctoral-affairs website. Email tcostello111@usf.edu for more information.
Writing Literature Reviews
September 23
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Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST
OGS Writing Services presents a writing workshop on structuring and crafting literature
reviews. This workshop covers the basic genre conventions of Literature Reviews as
well as strategies for organizing and drafting one.
Future Faculty Fridays
September 25
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM EST
Location: ALN 296
Session 1: The Anatomy of a Faculty Position
This session will demystify the faculty role. We'll explore the different types of faculty positions (e.g., tenure-track, teaching-focused) and the expectations for research, teaching, and service. We'll also discuss the importance of mentors, networking, and strategically planning your faculty job search.
NPAW Happy Hour
September 25
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST
Location: Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen - 11109 N 30th St, Tampa, FL 33612, USA
Let's connect! Please RSVP - appetizers and nonalcoholic drinks provided by USF Office of Postdoc Affairs
Navigating Scientific Literature
September 23
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Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
Scholarly, peer-reviewed articles and the corresponding data they present are essential
to the research process. This workshop will share strategies for filtering the most
relevant scholarly literature and deconstructing an original research article, enabling
you to make the most of your research time. By Theresa Burress, USF Libraries.
Lightning Talks Practice
September 30
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Location: 296
Writing Literature Reviews
September 23
Register Here!
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST
Location: Teams
OGS Writing Services presents a writing workshop on structuring and crafting literature
reviews. This workshop covers the basic genre conventions of Literature Reviews as
well as strategies for organizing and drafting one.
Intro to Qualtrics: Mastering the Basics
September 23
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Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
This workshop introduces users to the online survey tool Qualtrics. Available to all
USF students, staff, and faculty, this powerful survey tool allows you to collect
qualitative and quantitative data in an easy format. Attendees will learn to create
and distribute surveys, and effectively apply the data results in social science projects.
By Emily Mann, USF Libraries.
Behavioral Insights: Career Success with DiSC
September 24
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Time: 12:00 - 1:30 PM EST
Location: Teams
Happy 2026 National Postdoc Appreciation Week!
Building on your DiSC profile, this session translates behavioral tendencies into
a clear strategy for professional fulfillment. We will examine how your unique blend
of Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Conscientiousness dictates your ideal workplace
pace and communication style. By understanding these behavioral drivers, you can identify
environments that support your natural rhythm rather than working against it. You
will walk away with a personalized lens to evaluate potential career paths and organizational
cultures that align with your core work style.
Tracy Costello, PhD, Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success
Evidence Synthesis in the Social Sciences
September 24
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Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
Evidence synthesis reviews are increasingly popular in the social sciences, but it
can be hard to determine which review type best fits your research aims. This session
presents a basic overview of many evidence synthesis review options (including but
not limited to scoping, rapid, umbrella, systematic, etc.). Participants will gain
a better understanding of what comprises individual review types, which will in turn
help clarify the process of selecting a review style to pursue. By Jessica Szempruch,
USF Libraries.
AI as Creative Partner: Ethics & Methods
September 24
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Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
This workshop explores how artificial intelligence can be integrated into arts-based
qualitative research. We will examine where AI might support creative inquiry, as
well as the methodological and ethical questions that emerge when generative tools
enter processes of representation, interpretation, and dissemination. Participants
will leave with a stronger foundation for thinking critically about AI’s role in arts-based
research. By Lorien Jordan, USF Education.
Future Faculty Fridays
September 25
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Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM EST
Location: Teams
Happy 2026 National Postdoc Appreciation Week!
Session 1: The Anatomy of a Faculty Position
This session will demystify the faculty role. We'll explore the different types of faculty positions (e.g., tenure-track, teaching-focused) and the expectations for research, teaching, and service. We'll also discuss the importance of mentors, networking, and strategically planning your faculty job search.
Tracy Costello, PhD, Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success
Storymaps for Research
September 28
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Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
Seeking new ways to present your research findings to a broad audience? This session
will introduce participants to ESRI's ArcGIS Online software suite, including StoryMaps,
with a focus on using the interface for presenting research, visualizations, data,
and maps. Whether you are an absolute beginner or seeking a refresh on new tools,
this session get you ready to start on your own StoryMap. By Benjamin Mittler, USF
Libraries.
Should I Cite This?
September 29
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Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
When, why, and how should you cite something? How does citing make you seem smarter!?
By Camielle Crampsie, USF Libraries.
Intro to Community-Engaged Research
September 29
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Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
This session provides an introduction to the continuum of community-engaged and participatory
research across disciplines. Participants will gain a basic understanding of how to
build reciprocal relationships, share power, and honor multiple forms of knowledge
across all stages of a research project. By Molly Hamm-Rodriguez, USF Education.
Open Source Collaboration with GitHub
September 29
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Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
An introduction to GitHub.com and related technology used for versioning large projects
in software coding, website building, legal documentation, and more. Walk through
creating a GitHub repo, a personal issue tracker, and editing markdown-flavored text.
Learn these building blocks for making websites, reproducible science, and software
development. By Tylar Murray, USF Institute for Marine Remote Sensing, College of
Marine Science.
Law & Ethics of Using AI in Research
September 30
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Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
This workshop session explores the legal and ethical considerations involved in using
generative AI in academic research. Participants will examine privacy and copyright
issues, including how intellectual property laws apply to AI-generated content and
the responsibilities researchers have in protecting sensitive information. The session
will also address relevant policy matters, such as publisher guidelines, university
regulations, and funder requirements that impact the use of AI technologies in research.
By LeEtta Schmidt, USF Libraries.
Crafting Research Abstracts
September 30
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Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST
In this workshop, we provide a concise guide to crafting abstracts. This presentation will break down the writing of the abstract into simple steps that will enable you to create an engaging abstract highlighting your research. Academia is competitive, and writing a strong abstract is crucial for success. It opens doors and encourages engagement with your work. Effectively summarizing complex research within a tight word limit (often 200-250 words) is challenging. This workshop focuses on the capacity of the abstract as a genre convention to create a clear pathway to your work for a wide range of potential audiences and the methods to do so successfully.
Developing & Archiving Oral History Project
September 30
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Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
Join us for a workshop to learn about developing and archiving an oral history project
for your own research or with your courses. This is a session for beginners or those
looking to learn more about USF Libraries' Oral History Program. By Amanda Boczar,
USF Libraries.
Staying Informed through Automation
October 1
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Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
Now that you've defined your topic and located the key literature, learn how to build
a personalized, low-effort system for staying current in your field using database
alerts and AI-powered tools. This session covers setting up saved searches and email
alerts in core databases like Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed, plus how Semantic
Scholar's AI-generated Research Feeds and citation alerts can surface new, relevant
papers automatically. Participants will leave with a working alert system tailored
to their research area, reducing manual searching while staying on top of the literature.
By Evan Fruehauf, USF Libraries.
Lightning Talk Practice
October 1
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Location: ALN 296
Staying Current: Citation & Search Alerts
October 1
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Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM EST
Location: Online/Virtual
Keeping up with the research literature can be a challenge for scholars. One thing
researchers can utilize to stay current is using tools that provide notifications
when new works related to their selected keywords and topics is published, as well
as when new citations of the works by the researcher emerge in the discourse. This
workshop offers tips on setting up and utilizing automated searches using a variety
of online library resources to take advantage of current awareness services. In this
workshop participants will discover ways to compare citation notifications with saved
searches using a variety of library tools, identify various library resources for
notification services and sign up for at least one citation or search notification
based on their research interests. By Susan Ariew and Matt Torrence, USF Libraries.
PowerBI for Data Visualization: Advanced
October 2
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Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Online/Virtual
In the second part of this series of workshops, the participant will learn how to
use the query editor and the Dax language in Power Bi. At the end of the workshop,
participants will be able of creating calculated columns, measures and custom tables
inside their Power BI workbooks. By Viviana Madelaine Milla Angeles.
Tap Into Wise Credit Card Use
October 6
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Time: 1:30 - 2:30 PM EST
Fresh Check Day
October 7
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Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM EST
Location: MSC Amphitheatre
Fresh Check Day is a nationally recognized, engaging and uplifting mental health promotion
event that features peer-centered interactive booths, a festive social atmosphere,
and exciting prizes and giveaways.
Held by the Center for Student Well-Being
3MT Preliminaries! Come Cheer your Peers!
October 7
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 PM EST
3MT Preliminaries! Come Cheer your Peers!
Career Club
October 8
Join The Club
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Location: ALN 296
Are you navigating a tough job market? ... wondering where to take your next career
step? ...feeling stuck in the application cycles? The job market is turbulent, but
you don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you’re just starting to explore or actively
applying, the Career Club is your space to discuss challenges, celebrate wins, develop
your network, prepare for interviews, improve your resumes or LinkedIn profiles, and
learn the strategies that get you hired! Unlock your potential! Elevate your career!
3MT Preliminaries! Come Cheer your Peers!
October 8
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 PM EST
3MT Preliminaries! Come Cheer your Peers!
3MT Preliminaries! Come Cheer your Peers!
October 9
Time: 9:30 - 11:30 AM
3MT Preliminaries! Come Cheer your Peers!
Tap Into Wise Credit Card Use
October 15
Register Here!
Time: 5:00 - 6:00 PM EST
Career Club (Virtual)
October 22
Register Here
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Are you navigating a tough job market? ... wondering where to take your next career
step? ...feeling stuck in the application cycles?
The job market is turbulent, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you’re
just starting to explore or actively applying, the Career Club is your space to discuss
challenges, celebrate wins, develop your network, prepare for interviews, improve
your resumes or LinkedIn profiles, and learn the strategies that get you hired!
Unlock your potential! Elevate your career!
Join the club at https://bit.ly/USFCareerClub
3MT and Lightning Talk Finals
October 23
Time: 9:30 - 11:30 AM EST
Location: CWY 206
Graduate Students who are selected in the preliminary heats on Oct 7, 8, 9 will advance
to the finals - and grad students selected in department-specific heats - will participate
in this event to select the top 2 winners and a people's choice.
More info https://www.usf.edu/graduate-studies/research/three-minute-thesis.aspx
Postdoc Scholars will participate in a Lightning Talk competition and the top 2 winners
and a people's choice will be selected. Postdocs, please register for the Lightning Talks Competition here: Registration: 2026 Postdoc & Visiting Scholar Lightning Talks – Fill out form
Come and hear about a wide variety of research happening here at USF!
Designing Your Research Poster
October 29
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Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Research posters are a common communication tool in the academic community for visually sharing research projects and creative ideas. During this session, we will discuss key aspects of designing effective posters and pertinent information about the Graduate Student Research Symposium and the Postdoctoral Scholar Research Symposium so you can WOW the judges and potentially win awards!
Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success, USF Office of Graduate Studies
Future Faculty Fridays
October 30
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 PM EST
Location: ALN 296
Writing Wednesdays 📝 (Online or In-Person)
Wednesdays, Weekly
Online: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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)
Conversation Studio
Fridays, Weekly
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: ALN 209
Join the Conversation Studio in the Graduate Student Lounge in ALN 209.
An English discussion group for graduate students, postdocs, and visiting scholars
designed to help you build confidence, improve fluency, and connect with peers in
a welcoming environment.
Conversation Studio offers a relaxed, supportive space to practice speaking while
engaging in meaningful conversations on academic and everyday topics. Whether you
want to strengthen your English communication skills, gain confidence speaking in
groups, or expand your community, all are welcome.
Join us and be part of the conversation - attend one session or come to them all!
ETD Formatting Workshops ✏️
Rotating Mon/Tue
Meet virtually via Microsoft Teams. View Dates.
Join Workshops
These are meant to help with ETD-specific formatting.
What's the difference between Workshops?
- ETD Formatting Workshops (weekly) cover formatting guidelines and last approximately 1.5 hours.
Drop in for help with document formatting.
- ETD Process Workshop occurs once a semester and covers all aspects of the process from Registration to Review.
- Book a 1-on-1 Help Session with an ETD Specialist, these are only 15-minutes and can cover the ETD process including document assistance if needed. Bring focused
questions.
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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