Tuesday, January 17, 2023

The Center for Women at Emory (CWE) is piloting a program centered around holistic wellness open to all students called Heal with the CWE. This cohort-based initiative is designed to introduce weekly holistic healing modalities, such as meditation, yoga, and journaling, to Emory students.

The CWE helps the University provide the best possible environment for women as students, scholars, and employees. It advocates for gender equity throughout the University; provides resources and skill-building opportunities; and brings faculty, students, practitioners, activists, and other learners together to examine gender issues and work toward ethical solutions.

Students selected to take part in the Heal with the CWE cohort will be Heal with the CWE Ambassadors and will be expected to work in collaboration with other members and the CWE to create events sharing holistic healing methods with the larger Emory community. All books, journals, and other relevant materials used throughout the program will be provided to all participants. 

Application deadline: January 22

Emory Oaks Support Program for Autistic Students

Emory Oaks is a support program for autistic students enrolled at Emory University. Participating students have access to a staff member who meets with them regularly to get to know students in terms of their goals, gifts, interests, and strengths. From there, they work collaboratively to identify goals and ensure that students access the supports and services at Emory that they need or desire. Some common connections include access to Emory entities that provide academic accommodations, career support, mentors, academic coaching, mental wellness support, and others based on feedback from the student.

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1. Events 
2. Opportunities & Reminders 
3. International Students 
4. Fellowships
5. Additional Resources

Wellness Series Starts with Panel on Imposter Syndrome & Resilience 

Our Spring 2023 Laney Wellness Series kicks off on January 18 with the second panel discussion on Imposter Syndrome & Building Resilience. Our panel members will be back to share their stories and strategies and answer your questions! Please join Dr. David Jacho-Chavez (Director of Graduate Studies – Economics), Dr. Amanda Marie James (Chef Diversity Officer for LGS), and Dr. Hilary King (Director of Graduate Studies – Master’s in Development Practice) for an informative, enlightening session.

When: January 18 | 3 – 4 p.m.

Where: Via Zoom

Genentech's Development Sciences Information Session

Join this virtual information session where you’ll learn more about Genentech's Development Sciences (DevSci) organization, meet current Drug Development Training Program (DDTP) participants, and get your questions answered about the DDTP program.

When: January 19 | 12 – 1 p.m. 

Certificate Program in Translational Science (CPTS) - Zoom Interest Meeting

Please join the Program Director, Dr. Jessica Alvarez, as well as three alumni to learn more about the Certificate Program in Translational Science (CPTS). The CPTS is a formal 16-credit Emory Laney Graduate School program for trainees who seek to conduct research at the interface between basic and translational science and clinical medicine. We will provide a brief overview of the program requirements, eligibility, and how to apply (applications are due April 3). You will hear from alumni about their experiences completing the CPTS and how it has impacted their careers. There will be plenty of time for Q&A as well.

When: Friday, January 20  |  12 - 1 p.m.

Where: Via Zoom

NIH Resilience Training Program for Graduate Students and Postdocs

The Laney Graduate School and the Office of Postdoctoral Education are partnering with the NIH Office of Intramural Training and Education to offer a virtual program on resilience.

The Becoming a Resilient Scientist program includes five units that will discuss multiple topics related to resilience. Each unit consists of a two-hour webinar watched at the trainee’s convenience, followed by a one-hour synchronous virtual small group discussion in small groups.

When: Complete the interest form by Friday, January 20

Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Information Session

Information sessions are being held to discuss the Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition, an academic competition in which graduate students deliver a compelling presentation to a non-specialist audience in three minutes or less.

Share your work and its impact with a wider audience, refine your presentation skills, and compete to become Emory’s 2023 3MT winner. Cash prizes are available for the winner, the runner-up and the “People’s Choice” award. The winner will move on to compete in the regional and possibly national competition. If you are interested in competing, please join us and learn more.

Virtual Session

When: January 20 | 12 – 1 p.m.

In-person Session

When: January 24 | 4 – 5 p.m.

Mellon Interventions Grant Application Support

Need help crafting a successful grant application for one of our Mellon Interventions funding opportunities? The Mellon Humanities PhD Program Interventions ("Mellon Interventions") project provides opportunities for graduate funding to explore public scholarship, innovative teaching, and diverse career paths. The Grant Application Support sessions are designed to assist graduate students with guidance on crafting a successful application, questions about the submission process, and support for their funded work.

When: January 20 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

(Additional sessions will be held on March 17 and May 19.)

Application Deadlines for funding for Spring 2023: Jan. 31, Mar. 31, May 31** (There may be new deadlines during early Summer 2023, TBD.)

**Students graduating in Spring 2023 are not eligible to apply during this cycle and any cycles thereafter.

ACLS Career Webinar: K-12 Teaching

The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) will offer a virtual presentation for PhDs and graduate students to learn about teaching roles in K-12 schools during a Q&A with people representing K-12 independent and public schools.

When: January 23 | 4 p.m.

Laney Alumni Career Panel: CDC Careers 

Laney Alumni Career Panels connect students with distinguished alumni who have chosen career paths outside of the academy. This session will include Emory alumni that currently work at the CDC.

When: January 25 | 4 – 5:30 p.m. (in person)

CIRTL Spring 2023 Webinars and Workshops

Register for the Center for The Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning’s (CIRTL) Spring Webinars and Workshops, which are free for LGS students and faculty.

Workshops

Preparing Your Teaching Demo for a Job Interview: Jan. 25

Decode a Troublesome Concept or Skill for Your Learners: Feb. 8 and Feb. 15

Communicating to Learn: Incorporating Scientific Communication into STEM Courses: Mar. 15

Multi-Week Online Courses

Research Mentor Training: Jan. 23 - Feb. 27

Laying the Foundations for a Successful Teaching Career: Jan. 25 - Mar. 22

Advanced Learning Through Evidence-Based STEM Teaching: Jan. 30 - Mar. 26

LGS Student Parent Working Group

A group of student parents have set up a working group with the goal of creating an organization at Laney for student parents. We hope to promote a community of peers and parents to discuss, question, and learn about managing graduate school with children. Help us create this community to serve all student parents at Emory. 

When: January 31 | 5 - 6 p.m.

Dean's Office Spring Open Office Hours

LGS Dean Kimberly Jacob Arriola is hosting open office hours each month this semester for all LGS students. All LGS students are welcome—just come to the Dean’s Office (Administration Building, Suite 202) during office hours, sign in upon arrival, and you’ll be able to meet with the Dean individually. We will offer light refreshments in the office while you wait. Hours will be first come, first serve. Please see spring open office hours dates and times above.

Join Us! PDCP Spring 2023 Programming

The Office of Professional Development and Career Planning (PDCP) is pleased to offer a variety of opportunities this spring for graduate students to explore diverse career pathways, prepare academic and non-academic job applications, develop necessary professional skills, network with alumni whose graduate degree has prepared them for careers inside and outside the academy, learn more about job and internship opportunities from industry recruiters, expand your knowledge of teaching and ethics, and much more! 

Connect Across Campus: Global Ties Conversation Partner Program

Are you interested in connecting with students from other programs and cultures? The Global Ties Conversation Partner Program, a partnership between LGS, Emory College, and the School of Law, pairs members of the Emory community with diverse language backgrounds for cultural exchange and conversation in English. All LGS students, whether English is your first or an additional language, are invited to join. Spring will kick off with a social gathering of all program participants, and then you and your partner will meet on your own schedule.

Graduate Student Writing Group  

Join our weekly graduate student writing group for two hours of dedicated writing time using the pomodoro method, as well as the opportunity to obtain feedback from a Writing Center graduate tutor or an English Language Specialist, if desired. Come for one week or come for them all.

When: Tuesdays, 2 - 4 p.m. 

Where: January 17 location: Zoom 

Laney Graduate School Summer Opportunity for Academic Research (LGS-SOAR) Call for Undergraduate Scholars

Do you know great undergraduate scholars looking for a summer research experience? The LGS-SOAR program is accepting applications for student participants.

Deadline for Student Applications: January 18 

Training Opportunity: Emory Center for Digital Scholarship (ECDS) & Laney Graduate School (LGS) Technology in Pedagogy, Curriculum, and Research Program Application

TPC+R is a Teaching Assistant Training Opportunity Program (TATTO) extension program open to graduate students from all disciplines, designed to supplement other pedagogical training and professional development programming offered by academic departments, the graduate school, and ECDS.  

TPC+R presents an opportunity for graduate students to explore using new technologies in their teaching and research. Participants will be introduced to an array of digital tools, discuss practical and theoretical models for digital scholarship, and receive assistance in developing materials for their own courses and/or research. Through TPC+R, participants will create their own final project in which they will incorporate digital tools and present to the class. This could include: a professional website, an outline for a digital assignment, a data visualization and/or another use of technology discussed and approved with the instructor.

When: Course will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 - 4 p.m., February 7 - March 23. 

Where: Via Zoom 

Deadline to Apply: January 17

Future Investigators in NASA Earth and Space Science and Technology (FINESST) Request for Proposals

The Future Investigators in NASA Earth and Space Science and Technology (FINESST) program is soliciting proposals for graduate student-designed and performed research projects that contribute to the Science Mission Directorate’s (SMD) science, technology, and exploration goals.

Proposals must present a well-defined research problem/activity and a justification of its scientific significance to NASA. FINESST awards are research grants for up to three years and up to $50K per year.

Deadline: February 7

For a full copy of notice of funding opportunity download the file entitled F.5 Future Investigators in NASA Earth and Space Science and Technology final text released November 28, 2022 (.PDF) from https://go.nasa.gov/FINESST22.

EDGE Talk Time

Laney EDGE (Emory Diversifying Graduate Education) wants to connect with you about opportunities and challenges related to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in your program and at Laney. Set up some time to talk today!

• Appointments for Laney Graduate School Students
• When: See appointment calendar, linked below:
• Dr. Amanda Marie James, Associate Dean, Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement

Let's Talk! Drop in Consultations for Emory Graduate & Professional Students

Let's Talk is an informal, free, confidential consultation service that allows graduate and professional students to speak with a clinician and receive support for any challenge they may be experiencing. Let's Talk is not a substitute for formal counseling but can be used to receive short-term support and resources.

Students will meet 1:1 for a 15-20 minute video or phone consultation with their CAPS consultant. 

LGS Student Affairs Appointments

The Laney Graduate School Student Affairs team wants you to know they're here for you and are happy to meet in person or virtually if you want to connect. They can help connect you to resources, answer questions you might have, or discuss concerns. Feel free to reach out any time.

When: See appointment calendars, linked below:

• Dr. Jennifer Cason, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs
• Claire DePalma, Assistant Director of Student Affairs and Student Wellness
• Emily Neutens, Assistant Director of Student Affairs for GDBBS

Reminder: International Travel Policy

Emory University international travel policy requires all Emory-sponsored international travel to be approved by the student’s school of enrollment. For LGS students, all Emory-related international travel, regardless of funding source (e.g., PDS award, program funding, etc.), MUST be approved through the LGS International Travel Permission Form.

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Workshop for International Teaching Assistants (ITAs)

Are you new, or relatively new, to serving as a teaching assistant in the US context? The Office of Professional Development & Career Planning and the English Language Support Program have resources for you, including a “Tips and Strategies” guide that was created by former LGS ITAs and a Spring workshop that will be facilitated by experienced Emory ITAs from a variety of disciplines.

Lunch with Emory International Students and Scholars

LGS is sponsoring the International Community Friday Lunch on January 27, and we hope to see you there. Spaces typically fill up fast so please sign up today.

Connect with International Scholars Living in Atlanta 

AMIS Atlanta is an organization in Atlanta with the mission of “Welcoming and Connecting International Students with Friends.” Interested parties are invited to their Spring ‘welcome back’ gathering at Georgia Tech on January 14. In addition to events, AMIS also offers a blog focusing on the highlights and challenges of being an international student.

Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship

Applications are open for the Herbert Scoville Jr. Peace Fellowship, a highly competitive national fellowship program that provides recent college and graduate school alumni with the funding and opportunity to work with one of two dozen participating institutions in Washington, DC, including leading think tanks and advocacy groups that focus on international security and diplomacy issues.

Fall 2023 Application Deadline: January 29

Post-Doctoral Fellowship Opportunity

Emory’s School of Medicine, Vascular Surgery, seeks a post-doctoral fellow with experience in cell culture, animal procedures operations and breeding, and Western bot and qPCR. Minimum qualifications include a doctoral degree or equivalent (Ph.D., M.D., ScD., D.V.M., DDS etc.) in an appropriate field, excellent scientific writing ability, and strong oral communication skills.

View more at our Fellowships and Grants website.

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Emory Flexible Teaching Toolkit

The toolkit is a collection of resources

designed to support the development of

flexible courses from CFDE, TLT, ATS,

and Library Services. Resources are

helpful to graduate students involved in

teaching at every level.

Read here.

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