9/3/2013 Katrina Hagler, Assistant Director of Graduate Recruiting and Admissions
Written by Katrina Hagler, Assistant Director of Graduate Recruiting and Admissions
CVs and Cover Letters
Monday, September 9th, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
405 Illini Union
CV's are used for the academic job search and fellowship applications. This workshop will provide guidelines for writing CVs and cover letters.
Presented by the Graduate College. More information can be found at this website.
Academic Interviews
Tuesday, September 10th, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
304 Coble Hall
What to expect and how to prepare for faculty interviews of all varieties.
Presented by the Graduate College. More information can be found at this website.
Faculty Panel: Research and Teaching Statements
Thursday, September 12th, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
406 Illini Union
Wondering about what search committees look for in research and teaching statements?
Bring your questions to this faculty panel.
Presented by the Graduate College. More information can be found at this website.
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Workshop
Friday, September 13th, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
141 Loomis Lab
This workshop will provide an overview of the National Science Foundation fellowship and offer insights on how to prepare successful applications.
Presented by the Graduate College. More information can be found at this website.
Library Tools Seminar
Tuesday, September 17th, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Deere Pavilion, Mechanical Engineering Laboratory
MechSE welcomes Mary Schlembach and Bill Mischo from the Grainger Engineering Library.
Presented by MechSE and the Grainger Engineering Library.
MechSE Fellowship Workshop
Monday, September 23rd, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Deere Pavilion, Mechanical Engineering Laboratory
Professor Harley Johnson, Associate Head for Graduate Programs at MechSE, will discuss applying for external fellowships (special emphasis on the National Science Foundation fellowship competition). Dr. Johnson will announce an internal MechSE incentive competition for MechSE students applying for an NSF fellowship. Dr. Ken Vickery, Director of External Fellowships at the Graduate College, will also present.
Presented by MechSE.
Professional Connections for the Job Search: Connecting in person and online
Monday, Septermber 30th, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
405 Illini Union
The first step in any job search process is connecting with professionals and identifying employers of interest. We will talk about how to connect and what questions to ask to best position yourself for a successful job search.
Presented by the Graduate College. More information can be found at this website.
Writing Graduate Applications
Tuesday, October 1st, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Deere Pavilion, Mechanical Engineering Laboratory
Ever wondered what graduate school panels are looking for in graduate applications and personal statements? Katrina Hagler, Assistant Director of Graduate Recruiting and Admissions in MechSE, will share her tips from reviewing hundreds of resumes and personal statements.
Presented by MechSE.
Resumes and Cover Letters for Graduate Students and Postdocs
Tuesday, October 1st, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
405 Illini Union
Incorporate transferable skills and tailor your resume for your ideal position.
Presented by the Graduate College. More information can be found at this website.
Life as an Academic
Tuesday, October 1st, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
103 Talbot
We'll examine the elements of an academic career. Special guest speaker: Dr. Bernhard, ECE.
Presented by the College of Engineering.
Professional Presentation for the Job Search
Wednesday, October 2nd, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
405 Illini Union
During this workshop we'll break down the dreaded "elevator speech," practice talking to employers about skills and experiences, and develop strategies for making connections at conferences.
Presented by the Graduate College. More information can be found at this website.
Preparing for the Faculty Job Search
Tuesday, October 8th, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
103 Talbot
Concise overview of the faculty job search process and preparing the most effective application materials. Special guest speaker, Dr. Bhargava, BioE.
Presented by the College of Engineering.
The Academic Job Search Process
Tuesday, October 15th, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
103 Talbot
Practical information about the job search process, preparing for interviews, and negotiating. Special guest speaker: Dr. Dantzig, MechSE.
Presented by the College of Engineering.
CareerSTART
Monday, October 21st, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
404 Illini Union
Develop a plan to get the most out of your opportunities in graduate school. During this interactive workshop, you will evaluate your skills and set goals for your time at Illinois.
Presented by the Graduate College. More information can be found at this website.
Graduate Student Panel: What I wish I had known.
Tuesday, October 22nd, 3:00-4:30 p.m.
405 Illini Union
Maximize your first semester in grad school by asking the advice of experience grad students.
Presented by the Graduate College. More information can be found at this website.
Successfully Launching Your Academic Career
Tuesday, October 22nd, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
103 Talbot
How can you get off to a fast start in your new academic career? We'll present practices that lead to academic career success.
Special guest speaker: Dr. Litchfield, ABE.
Presented by the College of Engineering.
Time Management
Wednesday, October 23rd, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
210 Illini Union
Graduate students have demands on their time. The ability to manage multiple responsibilities is essential to success as a graduate student. We'll focus on the skills necessary to address issues that affect productivity, including procrastination, as well as strategies for achieving a balance between work and personal life.
Presented by the Graduate College. More information can be found at this website.
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