Monday, March 20, 2023

 

Emory Day of Giving This Week

The 6th Annual Emory Day of Giving kicks off Wednesday, March 22 at 6 a.m. and ends March 23 at 6 p.m. This is your chance to rally behind an area of Emory that is near and dear to your heart! Emory Day of Giving welcomes investments that provide direct support for scholarships, immediate student need funds, athletics, individual schools and programs, and so much more.

 

Throughout the 36-hour event, Advancement Volunteers (alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends) promote opportunities to support their favorite departments, centers, and programs. For instance, the Laney Graduate School Diversity Gift Fund provides financial resources to enhance student-centric diversity efforts at Laney by enriching the community, developing outreach partnerships, creating an inclusive campus, and recruiting scholars from diverse backgrounds; the Laney Graduate School Fund for Excellence supports strategic priorities identified by the Dean that address immediate needs of the school; and the Graduate School Fellowship Support Fund ensures that all students of our community enjoy an enriching university experience by providing stipend support.  See more giving opportunities on the event site here.

 

Each gift accelerates the success of Emory students and creates a stronger campus experience, while also aiding in funding research that enhances the community. 

 

Fun matches and challenges—including event leaderboards—will provide opportunities for groups to compete for additional funds. 

 

When: March 22, 6 a.m. - March 23, 6 p.m. 

Register here.
Contact Julien Warren with questions.
 
 

New Directions and New Opportunities in Public Humanities

 

Please join us for a convening of leaders in Public Humanities who have put humanistic knowledge to use in advancing the public good.

 

Our guest speakers include Teresa Mangum (Humanities for the Public Good; University of Iowa), Michelle May-Curry (National Humanities Alliance; Georgetown University); and Antoinette Burton, (Humanities Without Walls; University of Illinois). A discussion moderated by Benjamin Reiss (English) and Thomas Rogers (History) will follow.

 

The event will feature presentations by Emory students and project partners working on public humanities projects funded through the Mellon Humanities Ph.D. Interventions grant.

 

The free event is open to all students and faculty at Emory University. If you would like to register ahead of time, please see the link below.

 

When: March 24

Where: Jones Room

Register here.
 

Save the Date for Grad Student Appreciation Week Events

 

Laney Graduate School Students: We see you, we appreciate you, and we salute you! We are proud to host a variety of free events in honor of Graduate Student Appreciation Week April 3-7, and 14. Please mark your calendars and plan to join us for food, fun, wellness, and professional development! Here's what we have lined up:

 

Monday, April 3

9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.: Delicious Donuts with LGS 

4 p.m. – 6 p.m.: Snacks & Crafts

 

Tuesday, April 4

4 p.m. – 6 p.m.: Trivia Night presented by LGS-EDGE

 

Wednesday, April 5

4 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition

 

Thursday, April 6

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.: Professional Photos

 

Friday, April 14

3 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Student Appreciation Picnic

 

Register for select events and find more details on the 2023 Grad Appreciation Week website page here.

Click here for more details.
 
 

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  1. Opportunities & Reminders 
  2. Events 
  3. International Students 
  4. Fellowships
  5. Additional Resources
 
 

Emory Center for Digital Scholarships Spring 2023 Workshops 

 

The Emory Center for Digital Scholarship has just announced a spring 2023 workshop series:

 

March 22 - Intro to Network Analysis with Gephi  

March 29 - Building Websites for Teaching (Omeka, WordPress)  

April 5 - Combining Data Sources (ArcGIS, Python, R)  

April 12 - Documentary Video Editing Tips  

 

When: Wednesdays | 1 - 2 p.m.

Where: Zoom (get the link by RSVPing below)

RSVP here.
Email ECDS with any questions.
 

Certificate Program in Translational Research Application 

 

Applications for the Certificate Program in Translational Research are due on April 3. The CPTS is a formal 16-credit Emory Laney Graduate School program for trainees who seek to conduct research at the interface between basic and translational science and clinical medicine.

 

Deadline: April 3 

Click here for more information and to apply.
Contact Rachel Hardison with questions.
 

Editorial Assistant/Social Media Lead Job Opportunity

 

A new journal launching this spring: Intersections: The Education Journal of the Woodruff Health Sciences Center is in need of an Editorial Assistant/Social Media Lead. The EA/SML will be responsible for reviewing all accepted manuscripts to ensure that they meet journal style guidelines and are formatted appropriately for publication, and for uploading final manuscripts and all the associated materials into WordPress in order to publish them to the journal website. In addition, the EA/SML will publicize all new additions to Intersections through the journal’s social media and lead efforts to enhance the journal’s social media presence and reach. The EA/SML will be an integral part of the Intersections team and will attend regular editorial meetings and report on their work to the rest of the team.

 

Application deadline: April 15

Click here for more information and how to apply.
 

Graduate Student Job Opportunity - Economics Department

 

The Economics Department is looking for a graduate student to join our team in working with a faculty member to provide assistance with the management of a scholarly journal. Experience with database applications such as Excel is preferred. Remote work is a possibility. Rate of pay is $20/hour for up to 20 hours/week.

 

Please send your CV to sjgray@emory.edu if you are interested in applying for the position. This posting will be active until the position is filled.

 

Call for Applications: Atlanta Network for Training In KUH Scientific Research (ATLANTIS) Program

 

Join a vibrant group of scientists tackling research problems related and relevant to the disciplines of kidney, urology, or hematology. ATLANTIS provides funds for trainee costs plus access to valuable professional development programming and active networking opportunities.

Click here for more information.
Apply here.
 

LGS Graduate Student Writing Group  

 

Join our weekly graduate student writing group for two hours of dedicated writing time using the pomodoro method, as well as the opportunity to obtain feedback from a Writing Center graduate tutor or an English Language Specialist, if desired. Come for one week or come for them all.

 

When: Tuesdays, 2 - 4 p.m.  

Online: Via Zoom

Contact Heather Boldt to learn more.
 

Dean's Office Spring Open Office Hours

 

LGS Dean Kimberly Jacob Arriola is hosting open office hours each month this semester for all LGS students. All LGS students are welcome—just come to the Dean’s Office (Administration Building, Suite 202) during office hours, sign in upon arrival, and you’ll be able to meet with the Dean individually. We will offer light refreshments in the office while you wait. Hours will be first come, first serve. Please see spring open office hours dates and times above.

 

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Planning Your Academic Job Search Workshop (Humanities and Social Sciences Focus)

 

This session is for students considering going on the academic job market in fall 2023 or beyond. We will offer an overview of the materials you will need to prepare and provide suggestions for managing your time throughout the process.

 

When: March 21 | 3 - 4:30 p.m.

Register here.
 

MA in Bioethics Information Sessions

Emory’s Master of Arts in Bioethics degree program provides flexible, interdisciplinary study in bioethics for professionals and students interested in the social and ethical challenges facing health care, public health and the biomedical sciences.  For Emory faculty and staff, the tuition costs for courses may be covered by the Emory Courtesy Scholarship. To learn how this program can benefit your clinical care, education, research, and/or professional service, join the MA in Bioethics program at one of their upcoming information sessions and visit our website. Select from two: 

  

In-person: March 21 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 

Virtual: April 19 | 12 – 1 p.m. 

See flyer with more details.
Contact with questions.
 

Developing Effective Communication Skills

 

By delivering messages clearly, there is no room for misunderstanding or alteration of messages, which decreases the potential for conflict. This workshop will discuss:

  •       The benefits of improved communication skills
  •       Effective communication strategies
  •       Barriers to effective communication and how to overcome them
  •       Different styles of communication
  •       How to develop an action plan to improve communication skills

When: March 24 | 10 a.m. –  12 p.m.

Register here.
 

Meditation Retreat

 

The Global Development Student Council is organizing a Meditation Retreat. It will have certified meditation instructors leading the event. 

 

When: March 25 | 1 - 5 p.m. 

Find more information and register here.
 

A View Inside the Academic Job Market for Graduate Students (Natural Sciences Focus)

 

This workshop will provide perspectives from two junior faculty offering teaching-intensive and research-intensive viewpoints. We will prioritize questions from the audience and address topics including: What comprises a faculty application?What happens to your application after you submit it? How can you set a strong foundation in graduate school to make your future faculty application competitive?

 

When: March 28 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Register here.
 

Innovation and Commercialization Workshop: Increasing the Reach of Research & Career Considerations

 

During this workshop, you will learn about the role of technology transfer in translating research to market, career paths in the field, and internship opportunities at Emory.

 

When: March 30 | 3 - 4 p.m.

Register here.
 

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International Community Friday Lunch

 

Laney’s English Language Support Program will host the International Community Friday Lunch on March 31. Join members of the ELSP team and other international students for lunch and socializing.

 

When: March 31

Spaces go quickly so sign up here today.
 

1-on-1 Speaking and Writing Consultations with an LGS English Language Specialist

 

The English Language Support Program offers individual support sessions for LGS students who use English as an additional language. Speaking support can focus on various types of oral communication: conference/group/lab presentations, class discussions, interviews, and more. For written communication, you can get a consult on any stage in the writing process, from planning and organizing to revising for improved sentence-level cohesion, word choice, and accuracy. 

Contact Heather Boldt to learn more.
Sign up for an appointment here.
 
 
 

Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad (DDRA) Fellowship Program

 

The FY2023 grant competition for this program is now open. Applicants for the Fulbright-Hays Fellowship must plan to submit their applications by the internal deadline of March 24. Please visit the link below for guidelines and detailed information about the internal application process.

 

Application Deadline: March 24

Learn more.
 

Emory University Women’s Club Memorial Fellowship in Graduate Research

 

The Emory University Women’s Club Memorial Award in Graduate Research awards $5,500 to a doctoral student to support research, writing, or living expenses related to the student’s dissertation. The awardee is expected to: (1) devote no less than one-half time to the dissertation and should complete the degree in the 2023-2024 academic year; (2) make a brief research and publicly accessible presentation at a meeting of the Emory Women’s Club; and (3) submit a final report explaining how the funds were expended.

 

Deadline: March 27

Learn more.
 

 

View more at our Fellowships and Grants website.

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Academic Success Resources

 

Are you looking for some help related to procrastination, imposter syndrome, test anxiety, perfectionism, or attention and concentration challenges? Check out the resources available on CAPS’ website.

 

In addition, the LGS Student Affairs Team is here to support every phase of your educational journey, so reach out any time! They can connect you to resources, answer questions you might have, or discuss concerns.

 

Explore these topics and other student affairs-related topics by contacting an LGS Student Affairs team member:

Dr. Jennifer M. Cason, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs & Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Claire DePalma, Assistant Director of Student Affairs and Student Wellness

Emily Neutens, Assistant Director of Student Affairs for GDBBS

Emory Student Telehealth
24/7 Medical and Mental Health

Read here.

Are you Concerned about a Student? 

Submit your concern here.

Emory Flexible Teaching Toolkit

The toolkit is a collection of resources

designed to support the development of

flexible courses from CFDE, TLT, ATS,

and Library Services. Resources are

helpful to graduate students involved in

teaching at every level.

Read here.

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