September 16-20, 2024 | Vol. 10, Issue 37
In this issue:
- National Postdoc Appreciation Week 2024!
- Miner Library Feedback Survey on Journal Subscriptions - We Need Your Feedback!
- ISSA Grad Student Coffee Hour
- Graduate Women in Science
- SMD Meet Up - Graduate Wellness Fair
- Future Faculty - Understanding the Faculty Role, Part I
- Visa and Permanent Residence Strategies for International Students and Researchers
- myHub Grant Writing Information Session
- Meliora Weekend Activities
- Future Faculty Workshops
- 12th Annual America’s Got Regulatory Science Talent Student Competition
| National Postdoc Appreciation Week!!! |
"Thank you, postdocs, for your incredible contributions to research and the University of Rochester community! #PostdocAppreciation"
Please sign up for NPAW events, which start on Monday 9/16! Registering on CCC is free and helpful because you will get a reminder email, and it helps us for logistics and food orders.
| Miner Library Feedback Survey on Journal Subscriptions - We Need Your Feedback! |
Miner Library must trim its annual electronic journal subscription expenditure in order to stay within the allowed FY25 budget. The Library has identified 40+ journal titles where cost per use exceeds the cost to obtain an article through the library’s document delivery/interlibrary loan service. Do you rely on immediate full text access to journal articles to accomplish your work? Miner Library invites your input. You may view and provide feedback on the titles currently under consideration for cancellation until September 25 through this Microsoft Forms survey link..
ISSA Grad Students Coffee Hour
Thursday, September 19 |12:00 pm-1:30 pm |Rush Rhees 202 - Humanities Center Conference Room D
The International Students and Scholars Association invites you to join them for coffee and chats. Advanced sign-up in needed on CCC.
Graduate Women in Science
Thursday, September 19 | 3:00 pm-4:00 pm | Adolph Lower Auditorium 1-7619
Invited Speaker: Ning Wang, PhD, Assistant Professor, PhD, Department of Biology, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY
TOPIC: “Decisions, Decisions... To Continue Studying the Endoplasmic Reticulum or Not”
SMD Meet Up Graduate Wellness Fair
Thursday, September 19 | 3:30 pm-4:00 pm (drop-in) | GEPA Conference Room, G-9557
Meet up with other SMD trainees and Director of Learner Life and Wellness, Amber Rivera, for some treats followed by a group walk to the Graduate Student Wellness Fair on the River Campus.
Graduate Wellness Fair
Thursday, September 19 | 4:00 pm-5:30 pm | Rush Rhees Library
Calling all graduate students! The Health Promotion Office invites you to our upcoming Graduate Student Wellness Fair, an event packed with valuable resources and exciting opportunities both on and off campus. Discover wellness supports on and off campus, engage in fun interactive activities like virtual reality mindfulness, and meet some adorable therapy dogs! Plus, enjoy free coffee, snacks, swag and chance to win giveaways. Don’t miss out on this chance to boost your well-being and make the most of your time on campus!
This event is sponsored by the UHS Health Promotion Office and the University of Rochester Admissions Office.
Future Faculty workshops
Designed collaboratively by faculty from each of the University’s schools, the Future Faculty workshop series aims to prepare future faculty and to give graduates an edge in the academic marketplace. Register here for upcoming sessions.
- Understanding the Faculty Role, Part I: Monday, September 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Genrich-Rusling Room, LeChase Hall. Hybrid workshop; in-person attendance is strongly recommended.
Visa and Permanent Residence Strategies for International Students and Researchers
Tuesday, September 24 | 12:00 pm-2:00 pm | Class of '62 Auditorium (G-9425)
Free Pizza for all who attend!
Guest presenter: Glenn R. Schieck, Partner@ Harter Secrest & Emery LLP
We will explore a variety of temporary visa options and permanent residency pathways available to you after completing your F-1 or J-1 program. Our focus will be on STEM-specific strategies, including self-sponsored National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions, and EB-1 Outstanding Researcher petitions. Our goal is to guide you through these options, helping you strategize and plan your next steps effectively.
myHub Grant Writing Information Session
Introduction to Writing & Preparing an NIH [F]ellowship Application
Thursday, September 26 | 12:00 pm-1:30 pm | Saunders Research Building 1406
This information session led by Elaine Smolock, Director of Writing Services & Training Grant Development, will....
- Provide an overview of the fundamentals of how to apply, prepare, & write an NIH Fellowship application
- Review the requirements for the Predoc (F31), Postdoc (F32), & Predoc-to-Postdoc transition (F99/K00) awards
- Address questions about the application process and best writing practices
- Introduce [F]-club, our myHub peer grant writing group
Meliora Weekend Activities
Graduate Students and Postdocs are encouraged to register and attend these events!
UR Dean’s Lecture to be given by John Foxe, PhD
Monday, September 30 | 3:30 pm | Class of '62 Auditorium (G-9425)
12th Annual America’s Got Regulatory Science Talent Student Competition
Applications due at 5:00 pm November 6, 2024
The twelfth annual America’s Got Regulatory Science Talent student competition, scheduled for Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 12:00 pm is now accepting applications.
Organized by the UR CTSI, the competition aims to promote student interest in regulatory science and the winning team may present their ideas to the FDA.
Students matriculated at the University are welcome to submit a 50-word entry and provide a five-minute presentation during the competition.
The proposed solution should align with the FDA Focus Areas of Regulatory Science. Visit the UR CTSI website to learn more.
Entry forms are due by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
Calming U Classes
Nurture your inner seed of mindfulness every Friday starting this September with the Mindful University Project’s Calming U class! This 4-week course, tailored to U of R students, is dedicated to heighten your self-awareness, emotional resilience through guided meditation, introspective exercises and meaningful discussions. Step into the oasis of compassion and strength, and watch yourself thrive throughout your college journey and beyond. We have two classes coming up, beginning on the following dates for 4 weeks:
- September 13th at 10:30 AM on Zoom
- September 30th at 7:15 PM in Genesee 309
Register today to save your spot! Open to all students, staff, and faculty at the University of Rochester. For all student attendees: By attending all sessions, you will be able to receive a giveaway of your choosing: The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook, a meditation cushion, or a yoga mat.
This week’s social media spotlight comes courtesy of Eric Vaughn who assisted in facilitating the myHub Career Development Retreat at the MAG.
Accommodations
The University of Rochester is committed to providing inclusive experiences and equal access to programs and services. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, please contact Mary Beth Kitzel. In all situations, a good faith effort (up until the time of the event) will be made to provide accommodations.
OTE Submission Information
Submissions for the weekly Monday edition of OTE are due by Thursday at 5:00 pm. Please submit materials to myHub@urmc.rochester.edu.
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