September 2025 Events:
Graduate School Crash Course
Thursday, September 18, 12-1 p.m., via Zoom
Have you ever asked yourself any of the following questions: “Who is my advisor?” “How do I form a committee?” “What even is a committee?” “What are comprehensive exams and do I even have to take them?” “What’s the difference between a thesis and a dissertation?” “What does ‘ABD’ mean?” Whether you are in a master’s or doctorate, there’s a lot of lingo to learn and academic culture to adapt to. Make sure you’re ready! Join Jordan Scott, Graduate Success Coach, and the Graduate School’s Enrollment Services team to navigate both the written and unwritten rules of grad school in this hour-long crash course.
register for virtual eventResume Writing
Wednesday, September 24, 12-1 p.m., via Zoom
Learn tips and strategies for writing and improving your most important job search document. Led by Cara Mitnick, Director of Graduate Professional Development and Natalie Lundsteen, Career Advisor.
register for virtual eventCV Workshop
Wednesday, September 24, 1-2 p.m. via Zoom
Learn tips and strategies for writing and improving your most important job search document. Led by Cara Mitnick, Director of Graduate Professional Development and Natalie Lundsteen, Career Advisor
register for virtual eventEffective Teaching Seminar
Thursday, September 25, 4-5:30 p.m., via Zoom
Graduate students who are TAs or are pursuing tenure track faculty positions will benefit from this workshop led by Dr. Natalie Lundsteen, developmental education specialist. She will facilitate an interactive session on strategies and practices for creating a positive learning environment for students. This session counts towards the Graduate School’s Equitable and Inclusive Teaching and Pedagogy Badge.
register for virtual eventThree Minute Thesis (3MT) Kick Off
Tuesday, September 30, 12:30-1 p.m., via Zoom
Learn about this fun way to compete for up to $1,000 in prizes and hone your research communication skills. Our 2024 3MT winner, Sarah Davis, PhD Candidate won regionals and competed at Nationals.
register for virtual eventPast Events
- LinkedIn Lab: Improve Your Online Profile & Presence, Wednesday, August 6, 1-2 p.m., via Zoom. Want to learn how to stand out to recruiters and employers? Join Dr. Natalie Lundsteen for this hands-on workshop designed to help you polish your profile, boost your visibility, and build a professional brand that gets noticed. She will help you optimize your profile, learn best practices for using the platform for networking and to identify and attract more opportunities.
- Identifying Grants and Writing Successful Applications, July 2, 12-1 p.m., via Zoom. Led by Karen Markin, URI Director of Research Development.
- Constructive Communication for the Workplace and You Job Search, Wednesday, July 16, 12-1 p.m., via Zoom
- Job Search Strategies for Scientists, Tuesday, June 17, 1-2 p.m., via Zoom. Led by Dr. Natalie Lundsteen, Career Advisor. Joint program with UConn Grad School.
- From Experience to Employment – Strategically Showcasing Your Strengths, Thursday, June 26, 2-3 p.m., via Zoom. Led by Dr. Natalie Lundsteen, Career Advisor. With UConn.
- LinkedIn Speed Training and Profile Review, Monday, June 30, 1-3 p.m., Grad Writing Center (250 Pastore). Snacks.