English Graduate Orientation Schedule
This session will provide a simple overview of copyright, and the implications it has in your teaching. By the end of this session you will be better prepared to:
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This webinar will be hosted using Skype. There are two options to join the webinar:
What? Conferences present excellent occasions to network with a variety of people, but many are unfamiliar with what to expect at conferences and how to maximize opportunities to engage. We will explore some networking basics with a focus on how to maximize the opportunities that present themselves during academic and professional conferences.
When? Tuesday, July 30, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Where? TC 2218 (Tatham Centre)
What? In this interactive workshop, you'll learn how to prepare an effective curriculum vitae (CV) as well as how to write a professional and compelling cover letter for academic and postdoc positions.
When? Monday, July 8, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Where? TC 2218 (Tatham Centre)
How do I sign up? Registration instructions found here.
What? Whether you are considering a career in industry or academia, having a broad skill set and being able to recognize the value of your skills is important for success. Attend this workshop to explore the skills you already have and to create an action plan for skill development during your graduate studies.
When? Monday, June 10, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Where? TC 2218 (Tatham Centre)
What? Learn from Larry Smith (Director of the Problem Lab, Adjunct Associate Professor of Economics, Author, TED Speaker) as he presents on how to identify the challenges your employer is facing using advanced Google and YouTube searches to become a promotable employee.
When? Monday, June 3, 5:30pm-7:30pm
Where? TC 2218 (Tatham Centre)
How do I sign up? Registration instructions found here.
What? In this interactive workshop, you’ll practice translating academic language to industry language, apply strategies for answering interview questions and evaluate the effectiveness of responses to interview questions.
When? Wednesday, May 22, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Where? TC 2218 (Tatham Centre)
How do I sign up? Registration instructions found here.
What? Bring your laptop or pen and paper and get drafting or improving your résumé and cover letter. Career Advisors and your peers will be available for feedback and guidance. Note: To attend this afternoon session you must attend the morning workshop “Résumé and Cover Letter Writing for Graduate Students and Postdocs.”
When? Monday, May 13, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Where? TC 2218 (Tatham Centre)
What? Through discussion and hands-on activities in this half-day workshop, you will learn how to prepare an effective résumé and cover letter by analyzing job descriptions, assessing the relevance of your transferable skills and articulating these transferable skills in an action-oriented way.
When? Monday, May 13, 9:30am-12:30pm
Where? TC 2218 (Tatham Centre)
How do I sign up? Registration instructions found here.
In the midst of writing your thesis? Not sure what you can use, or how to ask permission? This webinar is for you.
In this session, participants will be introduced to copyright concepts as they apply to the writing and publication of their thesis on UWSpace. This session will cover:
- Your copyright responsibilities when writing your thesis
- Considerations for using your own work
- Considerations for using third party materials (images, figures, etc.)
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