Professional & Career Development

Events & Workshops

Calendars


Office of Graduate Studies (OGS) 

Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) 

Upcoming Events

  • Conversation Studio

    July 24

    Location: ALN 209 - Graduate Student Lounge

    Time: 11:00 AM -12:00 PM EST

    Join the Conversation Studio an English discussion group for graduate students, postdocs, and visiting scholars designed to help you build confidence, improve fluency, and connect with peers in a welcoming environment.

    Conversation Studio offers a relaxed, supportive space to practice speaking while engaging in meaningful conversations on academic and everyday topics. Whether you want to strengthen your English communication skills, gain confidence speaking in groups, or expand your community, all are welcome.

    Join us and be part of the conversation - attend one session or come to them all!

  • Your Money Story: Know Your Bias

    August 5



    Time: 1:30-2:30pm

    Our financial decisions are often shaped by stories weve carried for yearssometimes without realizing it. This interactive workshop helps participants uncover how past experiences, deeply held beliefs, and common cognitive biases influence everyday money behaviors.

  • Your Money Story: Know Your Bias

    August 5



    Time: 5:00-6:00 PM EST

    Our financial decisions are often shaped by stories weve carried for yearssometimes without realizing it. This interactive workshop helps participants uncover how past experiences, deeply held beliefs, and common cognitive biases influence everyday money behaviors.

  • The Art of Job Offer Negotiation

    August 6



    Time: 12:00-1:00 PM EST

    Like many steps in the career exploration process between finishing your degree or your current postdoc position and your next career opportunity, you've likely never been exposed to training in negotiation. And yet, negotiation is a critical skill that impacts your personal and professional relationships daily! This seminar will discuss the dynamics of negotiation and uncovering all parties needs from how to prepare, defining your BATNA, and (hopefully!) ending with an agreeable negotiated result.  Examples will focus on how to navigate job offers.

  • Graduate Student Orientation

    August 11

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    Time:     2:00 PM EST

    Location: Marshall Student Center (MSC) 1st Floor Atrium Lobby

    Sponsored by the Office of Graduate Studies for all new students, Orientation brings together faculty, staff, and current students who will share information and advice to ease your transition and enrich your graduate experience at USF. Please make every effort to attend. A flexible schedule is designed to share important information across several topics.  

  • Postdoc Benefits and Resources / Orientation

    August 17



    Time:     4:00-5:30 PM EST

    In this seminar, we discuss all your benefits and resources.  

    • New USF Postdocs are strongly encouraged to attend
    • Current postdocs who have questions about any of these topics are welcome to attend

     This orientation session for postdoctoral fellows is an opportunity to learn about policies and guidelines pertaining to postdocs, postdoc benefits, career and professional development opportunities, and other resources available at USF. This is an opportunity for you to network with other postdocs and get answers to your questions.

     If you have any questions about this orientation session or about being a postdoc at USF, dont hesitate to contact me.  Im here for you!

  • Driving Through Your Options

    September 1



    Time: 1:30-2:30 PM EST

    Purchasing or leasing a vehicle is a decision that impacts your budget, lifestyle, and long-term financial goals. In this informative workshop, well navigate the pros, cons, and hidden considerations behind each choice. Whether youre looking for a personal car or an upgrade, youll gain the insights you need to make a confident, informed decision.

  • Postdoc Benefits and Resources / Orientation

    September 14



    Time:     4:00-5:30 PM EST

    In this seminar, we discuss all your benefits and resources.  

    • New USF Postdocs are strongly encouraged to attend
    • Current postdocs who have questions about any of these topics are welcome to attend

     This orientation session for postdoctoral fellows is an opportunity to learn about policies and guidelines pertaining to postdocs, postdoc benefits, career and professional development opportunities, and other resources available at USF. This is an opportunity for you to network with other postdocs and get answers to your questions.

     If you have any questions about this orientation session or about being a postdoc at USF, dont hesitate to contact me.  Im here for you!

  • 2026 National Postdoc Appreciation Week

    September 21-25

    Join us in recognizing the significant contributions that postdoctoral scholars make to U.S. research and discovery.

  • NPAW Happy Hour

    September 25

    Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST

    Location: Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen - 11109 N 30th St, Tampa, FL 33612, USA

    Let's connect! - appetizers and nonalcoholic drinks provided by USF Office of Postdoc Affairs

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  • Writing Wednesdays (Online or In-Person)

    Wednesdays, Weekly

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    Online: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

    Being intentional and consistent about writing will help you progress and meet your goals. Whether it's a journal article or a fellowship/grant, thesis or dissertation, proposal, or a scholarship/award application, join peers in a time of intention setting and dedicated writing. 

    Questions?
    Contact Dr. Stephanie Harper (Online)

  • ETD Formatting Workshops 儭

    Rotating Mon/Tue

    Meet virtually via Microsoft Teams. View Dates.
    Join Workshops
    These are meant to help with ETD-specific formatting.

    What's the difference between Workshops? 

    - ETD Formatting Workshops (weekly) cover formatting guidelines and last approximately 1.5 hours. Drop in for help with document formatting.

    - ETD Process Workshop occurs once a semester and covers all aspects of the process from Registration to Review. 

    - Book a 1-on-1 Help Session with an ETD Specialist, these are only 15-minutes and can cover the ETD process including document assistance if needed. Bring focused questions.

  • National Postdoc Association SmartSkills

    Monthly

    NPA Smartskills have recurring sessions every 4th Tuesday of the month at 3PM.


    Many postdocs wonder about the pathway into industry without ways to learn the truth about the journey.

    Join leaders from industry as they share their thoughts on the current industry postdoc landscape, discuss misconceptions about postdocs and careers in industry, clarify differences between industry and academic postdocs and positions, offer recommendations to postdocs seeking to enter industry positions, and provide insights on future trends that may affect postdocs in industry.
    This is intended as a collaborative discussion so bring your questions!

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    The Center for Career & Professional Development presents engaging programs, meaningful experiences, and comprehensive services, which are provided in partnership with employers, faculty, staff, and the global community. 

    USF Libraries offer a variety of virtual and in-person workshops that are aimed to assist graduate students with developing research skills:

    offer a variety of virtual workshops and other scheduled events. There are two locations on the USF Tampa Campus: on Bruce B. Downs Blvd, and the in downtown Tampa's Water Street District.

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