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Presented by Dr. Stephanie Harper, Assistant Director, ETD & Writing Services, Office of Graduate Studies

Recordings of the online workshops are available here:

ETD Workshop

To help graduate students navigate the ETD process, the Office of Graduate Studies holds semesterly workshops to provide critical information, including:

• an overview of the process;
• a review of submission deadlines and requirements;
• student and faculty responsibilities;
• use of Microsoft Word;
• formatting requirements for the manuscript;
• time management tips; and
• resources to assist you in the preparation and completion of the ETD.

Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

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The Three Minute Thesis, or 3MT, is an annual competition held at over 200 universities world wide, open to graduate students who present their research in less than 3 minutes, with only one static slide.  Winning presentations are engaging stories that are understood by the broader audience, requiring little expertise in the research area.  

This lecture is designed to help you understand and develop your best 3MT presentation so that you're prepared to enter the USF competition, typically held in October. We'll share tips for success including how to frame your research for any audience and considerations for your slide's design.  

The winner and runner up of the USF competition receive awards, and are also supported to travel and present in the Council of Graduate Schools 3MT competitions at the current Council of Florida Graduate Schools Conference and the current Council of Southern Graduate Schools Conference, schedule and funding permitting.

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Presented by LeEtta Schmidt, Copyright and Intellectual Property Librarian, USF Libraries

While you are researching or working on your thesis or dissertation you are making use of a wealth of different resources: published articles, books, images, software, datasets, etc. All, or almost all, of these things are protected by intellectual property laws like copyright. View Copyright and Previously Published Materials page.

This session will introduce common copyright issues encountered during the research, publication, and the writing of theses and dissertations.

Presented by Kiri Kilpatrick, PhD, former Associate Director, Office of Graduate Studies

For graduate students seeking external fellowships for research, travel, or professional development, getting started is often the hardest step. In this session, Dr. Kiri Kilpatrick will give an overview of the fellowship application process, share tools to aid in your search for fellowships, and provide tips for preparing a strong application.

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Presented by Dr. Stephanie Harper, Assistant Director, ETD & Writing Services, Office of Graduate Studies

OGS Writing Services presents a writing workshop on structuring and crafting literature reviews. This workshop covers the basic genre conventions of Literature Reviews as well as strategies for organizing and drafting one.

Presented by Dr. Stephanie Harper, Assistant Director, ETD & Writing Services, Office of Graduate Studies

Planning to submit an abstract for the Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Scholar Research Symposium? In this lecture, we provide a concise guide to crafting abstracts for conferences. This presentation will break down writing the abstract into simple steps that will enable you to create an engaging abstract highlighting your amazing research. 

Academia is competitive and writing a strong abstract is crucial for success. It opens doors to conferences, allowing you to present your research, enhance your communication skills, and network. Effectively summarizing complex research within a tight word limit (often 200-250 words) is challenging. Your abstract must captivate both reviewers and potential attendees, demonstrating your ability to deliver an engaging and informative presentation.

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Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

Presenting at the Graduate Research Symposium? Then, this session is for you! Research posters are a communication tool commonly used in the academic community to visually share your research projects and creative ideas. In this session, we will discuss pertinent information about the virtual Graduate Student Research Symposium, key aspects of designing effective posters and tips for your poster presentation.

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Research posters are a communication tool commonly used in the academic community to visually share your research projects and creative ideas.  During this session, we will discuss how to communicate your research in 3-5 minutes, including tips and tricks for presenting that will make your point concise and easy to understand.

Additionally, we will discuss the judging criteria for the Graduate Student Research Symposium and Postdoctoral Scholar Research Symposium help you prepare for the judges. 

Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

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In this workshop, we discusses managing time effectively with final exams and papers approaching. Sponsored by the Graduate and Professional Student Council (GPSC).

Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

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Being SMART will help you achieve success in the goal that is most important to you. Join us for an interactive session in SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timebound) and SMARTER (+Evaluate +Readjust) goal setting. We will discuss the mechanics of SMART(ER) goals and have ample opportunity to establish, in real-time, goals that will be achievable and help you succeed in the new year.

Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

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Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

Your job search can be divided into four primary steps: 1. identification of opportunities, 2. preparation of application materials, 3. interviewing, and 4. negotiation. Building upon the previous lecture on career exploration, we discuss resources, best practices, and tips to connect with opportunities and present your best self to impress hiring managers. Participants will gain understanding of the importance of quality over quantity in job applications, how to develop required application materials with focus on resumes and LinkedIn profiles, actionable tips to improve interviewing, and negotiation.

Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

Preparing to make a great impression during an interview and bridge the gap between application and job offer can feel overwhelming. The interview is crucial to the career exploration and transition process. The aim of this workshop is to provide a toolkit for all participants to understand how to prepare for the interview and create a positive first impression, how to respond to common interview questions, how to ask thoughtful questions, and ultimately wow your interviewer(s).

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Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

Don't let career uncertainty hold you back. Clarity and strategy are your allies. This workshop is designed to transform anxiety into actionable steps. We'll delve into self-assessment to define your goals, explore diverse career options, master networking and informational interviews for insider insights, and analyze skill gaps to strategically build your future. Leave with a personalized plan to achieve your career aspirations.

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Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

Confused about how to effectively communicate your skills to land your next role? What exactly does "tailoring" mean? We'll explore how to assess your current skillset, both technical and non-technical, and understand skillsets you're already gaining during your grad school and postdoc experiences.  This interactive session will help you to prepare for your upcoming job search.

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Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

Being able to build relationships (networking) helps you develop and improve your skillset and gain resources necessary to your career development. It is critical to present yourself during these interactions with confidence, through understanding the difference between self-awareness versus bragging, and especially in recognizing and dealing with imposter syndrome that may surface.  During this seminar, we will discuss tips and techniques for this as well as email/LinkedIn etiquette for building and securing connections and developing your 鈥渆levator pitch鈥� when you meet someone in person or virtually.

Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

Informational interviews can be used to understand a potential career of interest, to connect with individuals and expand your network, to learn how others have navigated transitions from training to career, to have a deeper understanding of a role you are applying for, to gather insight about salary ranges, and so much more. Come learn about how to leverage this opportunity to maximize your career exploration and job search.

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Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

In today's competitive job market, a strong LinkedIn profile is essential.  This interactive seminar will equip you with the knowledge and strategies to optimize your profile, maximize your visibility and attract recruiters in your field. We'll cover crafting compelling headlines and summaries, showcasing your skills and experience, leveraging keywords for search optimization, building a powerful network through strategic connections, engaging with relevant content, utilizing LinkedIn's job search features, and understanding how to effectively reach out to recruiters and hiring managers.

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Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

Recruiters can be an asset during a job search, but how do you find the right one(s) to connect with?  The aim of this lecture is to help you understand how recruiters work, the different types of recruiters that exist, how to approach them, and how to partner with them during your job search.

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Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

Your two-page resume is the key to getting interviews. The purpose of this seminar is to equip you with a toolkit that will enable you to present your skills and experiences in a clear and concise manner that will grab the attention of HR and hiring managers.

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Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

A cover letter is an opportunity to demonstrate how your skills, experiences, and professional goals uniquely qualify you for a position. In this session, we will explore techniques to translate your research experiences for all career options and strategically tailor your cover letter to increase your chances of getting an interview.

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Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Assistant Dean, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Success

Graduate school and postdoc training can equip you with expertise, but can you translate it into the language employers understand? This seminar will crack the code of job advertisements, empowering you to identify key skills and experiences employers seek. Learn to navigate job ads with confidence and tailor your applications for maximum impact. 

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Presented by Kiri Kilpatrick, PhD, former Associate Director, Office of Graduate Studies

Interested in landing a faculty position? This workshop will provide an overview of the academic job search process. We will discuss the general application timeline, types of faculty positions and institutions, and tips for strengthening your candidacy during a challenging faculty job market due to COVID.

Presented by Kiri Kilpatrick, former Associate Director, Office of Graduate Studies

In academia, we use a CV to communicate our academic and professional history and accomplishments. In this session, we will discuss how to build a well-organized CV and tips for tailoring your CV for different kinds of positions.

Presented by Tracy Costello, Ph.D., Director, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Student Development

Exploring options about what comes after the completion of your Ph.D. research dissertation? A postdoctoral training experience may be the opportunity to continue your training, professional development, and career exploration. We will discuss important considerations for deciding if a postdoc is appropriate and selecting a postdoc position to set you up for future success.