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Pathways to Advanced Scientific Skills through Postdoctoral Research Training (PASSPoRT): The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs at WashU is excited to host Pathways to Advanced Scientific Skills through Postdoctoral Research Training (PASSPoRT), a 2-day virtual event for prospective postdocs on October 12 and 13. The application deadline is September 18. more information
Note: The event is open to advanced PhD students (post-qualifying exams), recent PhD graduates, and early-stage postdocs.
Listening and Learning Sessions for Danforth Campus Constituents by WestEd: The Danforth Task Force on Climate and Culture has contracted with an external assessment agency, WestEd, to speak with graduate and professional students, postdoctoral scholars and other members of the Danforth campus community to understand their current experiences and potential areas for improvement. The WestEd team will be visiting WashU on October 3–4, 2023, to conduct listening and learning sessions for the community to share and listen to others’ experiences as they relate to mentoring, advising and support for graduate and professional students and postdocs. more information
Note: These sessions are open to graduate and professional students, postdoctoral scholars and other members of the Danforth campus community.
Present Your Research in 3 Minutes for a Chance to Win Prizes up to $1,000: The Graduate Center (TGC) in partnership with the Olin-Chancellor’s Fellowship (OCF) is hosting a special adaptation of the Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition open to all full-time graduate and professional degree students at WashU. Adapted for She Leads Symposium @ WashU, 3MT® presentations should be focused around the areas of gender and racial diversity, equity and inclusion. To participate, complete the application form and upload a three-minute video and a single PowerPoint slide. Deadline for submissions 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
2023 She Leads Symposium @ WashU: The Ann W. and Spencer T. Olin–Chancellor's Fellowship is excited to host the 2023 Symposium, continuing its tradition of curating a forum that enables and empowers women to lead in the 21st century. This year’s Karl King Hoagland, Jr. Keynote Speaker is Tatum Getty (WashU '04), who has helped shape the health and wellness sector in both the USA and the UK. Today she is an investor, having co-founded the venture capital fund THENA Capital, which is focused on early stage medical technology investments.This will take place on Friday, October 20, 2023. We have an outstanding line-up of speakers and sessions and invite you to be a part of this engaging program! learn more and register
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) Application is Open:
We are pleased to announce the release of the latest GRFP Solicitation (NSF 23-605) for the 2024 fellowship year. The purpose of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) is to help ensure the quality, vitality, and diversity of the scientific and engineering workforce of the United States. A goal of the program is to broaden participation of the full spectrum of diverse talents in STEM. The five-year fellowship provides three years of financial support inclusive of an annual stipend of $37,000. Please visit the nsfgrfp.org website for the latest eligibility, application and deadline information. All questions regarding applicant eligibility or the solicitation in general should be directed to the GRFP Operations Center at info@nsfgrfp.org.
Association for Women in Science: Washington University is a member of the Association for Women in Science (AWIS), supporting a global network of like-minded women and allies committed to advancing women in science, technology, engineering, and math. As an Institutional Member, WashU is pleased to offer free membership to all students, faculty, staff, postdocs, and trainees. learn more about your free membership
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