Happy Grad Student Appreciation Week!
Upcoming Events this Week:
Tuesday | Show your Spirit Mixer | 4 - 6pm Oxford Living Room (across from the Bookstore)
Wednesday | Professional Headshots | 10a - 2p The Quad (Sign-up here)
Wednesday | Snacks and Crafts | 4 - 6pm ArtsLab, in the Computing Center at Cox Hall
Thursday | Grad Appreciation Picnic | 4 - 6pm The Quad **Free food, music, games, and more!
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LAST CHANCE! Southeastern Pediatric Research Conference
The 13th Annual Southeastern Pediatric Research Conference is calling for abstract submissions. Abstracts related to any and all child health-related research topics are welcomed and encouraged.
Submission Deadline: TODAY! by 11:59 p.m.
Where: The quadrangle in front of the Administration building
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Commencement Reminder!
Are you graduating this spring? Do you want to celebrate and be celebrated at the LGS Diploma Ceremony on May 10?
Click the button below to register.
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LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE! Grad Appreciation Week: Professional Headshots
Current LGS Students Only: Sign up for an appointment to have a professional headshot taken.
Headshots will take place on the Quad side of the Administrative Building (201 Dowman Dr). Please check your email in the event of rain for more information about a new location.
Note: If you would like your professional headshot taken, please RSVP by April, 2.
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Are you traveling abroad this summer?
Students – if you plan to travel abroad this summer for Emory, you must attend orientation.
Please see dates below and registration links for the global pre-departure orientation and self-defense class for global travelers.
Note: There are only 25 spaces available for the self-defense class.
Event Dates
- April 16- 6-7 pm - Graduate student global pre-departure orientation, click here.
- April 23 – 6-7 pm - Self-Defense Class for Global Travelers, click here.
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Tips from the Other Side of the Peer-Review Process to Help Get Your Scientific Manuscript Published
Please join CFDE as Bruce G. Weniger, adjunct associate professor in Rollins School of Public Health, presents Tips for the Other Side of the Peer-Review Process. To paraphrase Churchill, the peer-review process is a most flawed and imperfect filter to achieve publication, but it beats the alternatives. This two-part presentation provides tips, examples, and anecdotes from the past experience of a journal editor (Elsevier’s Vaccine) to ease the burden and overcome the skepticism of busy, volunteer peer reviewers who must use both conscious criteria and subjective, often unconscious intuition to judge the worthiness for publication of your work using only the manuscript and revision cover letters provided them.
When: April 18 | 12 – 1 p.m.
April 25 | 12 – 1 .p.m
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Interdisciplinary Workshop in Colonial and Postcolonial Studies
The Interdisciplinary Workshop in Colonial and Postcolonial Studies invites the Emory community to the next event in this semester's seminar series. Dr. Akeel Bilgrami will present "Gandhi (and Ambedkar) on Caste."
When: On Thursday, April 4 | 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Where: Major Room, Bowden Hall 323
Dr. Bilgrami will seek to situate Gandhi’s views on caste as well as his disagreements with Ambedkar within the framework of Gandhi and Ambedkar’s differing views on the inevitability and scope of both liberal modernity and the capitalist economic formation to which the liberal notion of the state are tied. He will consider the ambivalences into which he was forced on caste by Ambedkar’s skillful appeal to these emerging liberal institutions under colonial rule.
Dr. Bilgrami's paper will be circulated ten days before the seminar event.
All are welcome.
For questions, please contact Hugo Hansen at hugo.hansen@emory.edu.
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New Resources at The Hatchery
The Hatchery is offering two new two self-paced, online courses about Innovation and Entrepreneurship hosted on LinkedIn Learning for students. This resource is open to ALL undergraduate and graduate students, regardless of academic concentration.
Students- Type your @emory.edu email address to access resources.
1. Want to turn an idea into a startup?
"Move Fast and Make Stuff: Rapid Prototyping" is a course that propels you from idea to success, teaching swift and cost-effective prototyping, embracing failure as a key learning step, and empowering you to pivot quickly for optimal results. Master the art of learning through experimentation, ensuring your ideas evolve efficiently into market-ready solutions.
Improve yourself, improve your outcomes. Accessible via LinkedIn Learning; use your Emory email to connect!
2. Not sure where to start?
Embrace your inner innovator with "What Kind of Innovator are You?" This course explores diverse case studies, demonstrating that innovation extends beyond business and technology, empowering you to apply creative solutions across various aspects of your life and career.
Accessible via LinkedIn Learning; use your Emory email to connect!
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Now Accepting Applications! Call for Applications for Pre and Postdoctoral Training Slots
ATLANTIS is a U2C/TL1 training program that provides funds for trainee costs plus access to valuable professional development programming and active networking opportunities. Join a vibrant group of scientists tackling research problems related and relevant to the disciplines of kidney, urology, or hematology
How to Apply
Apply via the application portal: bit.ly/ATLANTISApplication
*Please Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, subject to the availability of positions. In order for applicants to be considered for our next review cycle, applications must be submitted on or before Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
- Melanie Elder, Program Administrator, mvelder@emory.edu
- Susan M. Wall, MD, Program Director, smwall@emory.edu
- Nael A. McCarty, PhD, Director, Training Core, namccar@emory.edu
- Vivien Sheehan, M.D., Ph.D., Associate Director Training Core, vivien.sheehan@emory.edu
Visit our website to learn more about the ATLANTIS program: bit.ly/ATLANTISProgram
Questions? Contact us at:
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Job Opportunity - Center on Probes for Molecular Mechanobiology Director of Community Engagement
Are you a 2023-2024 PhD graduate interested in science communication and advancing the field of mechanobiology through the development of new probes and techniques that will transform our understanding of cell mechanics and its relationship with human health?
The NIH sponsored center on probes for mechanobiology (CPMM) was recently formed at Emory University, and we are seeking to hire a Director of Community Engagement. The CPMM is committed to advancing the field of mechanobiology through the development of new probes and techniques that will transform our understanding of cell mechanics and its relationship with human health.
The candidate will help with strategic communications involving dissemination of methods and techniques to cell biology end users as well as industry partners and academic collaborators. The candidate will also help organize training for the community.
The responsibilities of the candidates will include the following:
- Strategic communications: This will involve dissemination of methods and techniques cell biology end users as well as industry partners and academic driving biological project leads.
- Organizing training for the community: This includes annual bootcamp training for junior trainees in diverse fields. Coordinating efforts across multiple national biological projects with our partners.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A Ph.D. or equivalent experience is preferred and past experience in science communication is desirable.
Please reach out to k.salaita@emory.edu with your CV and cover letter.
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Part-Time Job Opportunity - Office of Undergraduate Admission - Admission Representative
The Communications Center in the Office of Undergraduate Admission is seeking to hire graduate students with excellent verbal and written communication skills for the Admission Representative position. This student employee team is comprised mainly of undergraduate students who handle incoming phone calls and emails to the Office of Undergraduate Admission
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Class Visits & Workshops
Instructors are encouraged to invite EWC tutors to visit your classes, whether to give a brief introduction to the EWC or to run a longer workshop on a writing topic.
We now have request forms you may fill out to make your request for class visits and workshops.
As always, you may reach out to our team at writingcenter@emory.edu with any questions or notes.
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Let's sit down and write
Join the LGS Graduate Writing Group to move your writing forward; anything that helps you make progress counts!
Details:
- Mondays, 2 - 4 p.m.
- In-person location (snacks provided): The Computing Center at Cox Hall, Fishbowl Classroom
- Zoom link
Contact: Alexis Mayfield, alexis.mayfield@emory.edu; Heather Boldt, hboldt@emory.edu
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Career Coaching Available for LGS Students
Are you a Laney master's or PhD student looking for guidance on:
- assessing your strengths, interests, and values?
- learning about diverse career paths?
- editing resumes or other job application materials?
- interviewing and networking strategies?
If so, you might be interested in meeting with one of our Career Coaches.
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The Office of Respect - Therapy Group Spring 2024
The Office of Respect is holding a therapy group this spring.
The Sexual & Relationship Harm Survivor Support Group welcomes all genders - undergrad and grad.
Contact respect@emory.edu for more information.
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Student Intervention Services Responder Recruitment
Campus Life’s Student Intervention Services is seeking new SIS Responders to join the SIS team. Students who are second year graduate students and beyond are encouraged to join. The SIS Crisis On-Call Team is staffed 24/7 and responds to students’ active crises. Compensation is provided and SIS Team Responders receive ongoing training and support.
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LGS Student and Faculty Resources
LGS continues to develop resources to enhance students’ experiences and well-being by fostering supportive community environments, processes, and services that empower students throughout their educational journey to ensure personal, professional, and academic success.
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ELSP to sponsor this week’s Friday Community Lunch
Come for lunch and conversation and the chance to win some Laney swag!
Wear your Laney t-shirts for a group photo!
When: April 5 | 11:30am-12:30pm
Where: Canon Chapel Brooks Commons
No sign up is required: Food is provided for the first 100 or so attendees, so plan to arrive as early as 11:20 am. Hope to see you there!
Contact: Heather Boldt (ELSP), hboldt@emory.edu or Ford Johnson (ISSS) raymond.johnson@emory.edu
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1-on-1 Cross Cultural Conversations over Breakfast
International Education Peace Volunteers invites you to join in with other Emory students and scholars on Sundays for One-on-One Casual Cross-Cultural Conversations.
- Sundays, 9:30 am
- Intown Coffeehouse
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- Free breakfast baked goods, coffee, tea and Indian milk tea provided
- Families welcome
- Transportation is provided to and from Emory, as well as residences
near Emory, Villa International, and the Lindbergh Marta Station.
Contact: Ryuichi Suzuki, Japanese Instructor, ryuichi.suzuki@emory.edu
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Tax Support for International Students
- Emory’s ISSS and the Emory tax office have resources available to help you file your taxes before the April 15 deadline.
- The ISSS staff are not tax experts, but they have compiled a special ISSS Taxes webpage with useful information.
- Emory has contracted with Sprintax to offer access to their tax preparation software to Emory’s international students and scholars.
- Free tax webinars are available through Sprintax. Review the “Get Help” section of the ISSS Taxes webpage for webinar details. Topics will include an overview of tax for non-resident students and scholars, who must file a 2022 US tax return, what income forms students/scholars may receive, forms that need to be completed and sent to the IRS, and much more!
Questions? Consult the ISSS Tax FAQ, the Emory Tax Office FAQ or contact the Emory Tax office: nonresident.tax@emory.edu
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🌐 1-on-1 consultations to elevate your graduate communication skills
Are you currently writing a review paper, proposal, or manuscript? Or preparing for a class presentation, lecture, or other speaking engagement? The English Language Support Program (ELSP) provides personalized one-on-one language consultations tailored for graduate and professional tasks. Open to users of English as an additional language.
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Academic Success Resources
Are you looking for some help related to procrastination, imposter syndrome, test anxiety, perfectionism, or attention and concentration challenges? Check out the resources available on CAPS’ website.
In addition, the LGS Student Affairs Team is here to support every phase of your educational journey, so reach out any time! They can connect you to resources, answer questions you might have, or discuss concerns.
Explore these topics and other student affairs-related topics by contacting an LGS Student Affairs team member:
Dr. Jennifer M. Cason, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs & Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Emily Neutens, Associate Director of Student Affairs for GDBBS
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Emory Student Telehealth
24/7 Medical and Mental Health
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Are you Concerned about a Student?
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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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