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McDonnell Academy Global Research Symposium: The McDonnell Academy Global Research Symposium, Forces Reshaping the World, will feature the work of seed grant awardees who have received funding from the McDonnell International Scholars Academy and campus partners over the last three years in areas that align with WashU’s Here and Next strategic plan. The event will focus on work in progress and project outcomes in the areas of environmental research, social innovation, global health challenges, and digital transformation. October 5–7. more information
Present Your Research in 3 Minutes for a Chance to Win Prizes up to $1,000: The Graduate Center in partnership with the Olin-Chancellor’s Fellowship is hosting a special adaptation of the Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition open to all full-time graduate and professional degree students at WashU. Presentations should be focused around the areas of gender and racial diversity, equity and inclusion. To participate, upload a three-minute video and a single slide. Deadline is October 8. Winners will be notified by October 13 and will have the chance to present at She Leads on Friday, October 20. Prizes include $1,000, $750 and $500 levels. more information
Career Options for PhDs | Office of Technology Management (OTM) Office Hours: Thursday, October 12 (3–4 p.m.) at the OTM suites, 4200 Duncan Avenue, Suite 110. Career Options for PhDs. Pursuing a postdoc in academia or industry is not the only career option for students graduating with a PhD. Come join a discussion on alternative career opportunities in tech transfer, law and the startup world, among others. more information
Pivot 314 Program Application: Pivot 314 is a year-long program presented by The Graduate Center and the Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation and Entrepreneurship for mid-career PhD students to explore possible career pathways outside and alongside of the academy, through engagement with the St. Louis entrepreneurial community. Pivot 314 provides graduate students curated programming focused on professional development, strengthening leadership and communications skills and an internship. The program runs for one calendar year beginning in January and includes an experiential learning opportunity through a 10-week paid internship with an early-stage startup in St. Louis. The application is open through October 13. more information
October Cub Club: Sunday, October 22 (3:30–5 p.m.). Calling all of our Bears with Cubs! If you are a graduate or professional student with children, join The Graduate Center for Cub Club! Your child will make a kid-friendly craft and we’ll serve a kid-friendly dinner! All you have to do is show up. RSVP is required
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