At the University of Chicago Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, we want students to have access to academic and cultural resources, but to also have opportunities independent of the classroom and student life. Thus, the following is a list of opportunities where students can go to search for funding, enrich their summers or find work after graduation.

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

U of Chicago : GrandUCon



Date: January 22, 2010
Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

GradUCon is a conference designed for current graduate students in the arts and sciences, and recent alumni of graduate programs at the University of Chicago. This afternoon of expert panels will cover topics listed below, providing resources for your academic, personal, and professional development. Registration is required (see below).

GradUCon Schedule

* 11 a.m.: Check-in and lunch
* 1 p.m.: Session I
* 2 p.m.: Session II
* 3 p.m.: Session III
* 4 - 7 p.m.: Grad Student Social, hosted by Student Government's Graduate Council


Session Topics

1. Academic & Grant Writing
2. Academic Jobs
3. Advisor/Advisee Relationships
4. Completing the PhD and Dissertation Support
5. Planning your PhD
6. Post-Academic Careers
7. Preparing for a Career in Teaching
8. Work/Life Balance

Registration

Registration is required for this event. The registration form is available here.
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