Thrive! · 10/1/25 · UF Graduate Professional Development Newsltter

 

In This Edition: October 1, 2025 Resources for Your Success! One-on-One Consults Funding & Internships Research Skills & Knowledge Management & Leadership Effectiveness & Purpose Professionalism Communications Career Advancement Resource Spotlight ___________________________________________________________________________ Resources for Your Success! Check out these resources for your success that our Graduate School team offers online: Strategic roadmaps for navigating your doctoral or master’s degree program. Information on how to make the most of your Individual Development Plan (IDP). The latest schedule of workshops and other events on and off campus. An archive of videos, transcripts, and materials from prior workshops and events. Webpages for building expertise in six key areas: Research Skills & Knowledge • Management & Leadership • Effectiveness & Purpose • Professionalism • Communication • Career Advancement. Learn more on our website — UF Graduate School - Professional Development — and follow us on social media! Instagram Questions? Email Education & Training Director Dr. Talline Martins or Thrive! editor Alberto Ochoa Fernandez. BACK TO TOP ___________________________________________________________________________ One-on-One Consults Individual Consultations Dr. Jim Gillespie on our Graduate School team can help you with questions about professional development, academic skills building, career planning and more. He holds in-person office hours at 127 Grinter Hall 10 a.m. to 12 noon Mondays and 1:30 to 3 p.m. Thursdays — or email him to set up an online meeting with him via Zoom. Career Connections Center (C3) Consultations The UF Career Connections Center (C3) can help you with curricula vitae or industry résumés, academic and non-academic job searches, networking skills enhancement, and more. For details, click here — Gator CareerLink — then email Dr. Michael Goldberg (Career Design Learning Specialist for Advanced Degrees). BACK TO TOP ___________________________________________________________________________ Funding & Internships OPS Assistant Textbook Adoption & Affordability Coordinator We are seeking a dedicated individual to fill the part-time, temporary OPS position of Assistant Textbook Adoption and Affordability Coordinator. This position plays a vital role in supporting textbook accuracy and affordability for UF students. Application Open. Deadline: October 2, 2025. Details: Click here. Dissertation Grants Program (Call for Proposal) The AERA Grants Program offers advanced graduate students research funding, professional development, and training opportunities. The program supports highly competitive dissertation research using rigorous quantitative methods to examine large-scale, education-related data. Application Open. Deadline: October 6, 2025. Details: Click here. Virtual Postdoc Preview - UMICH Postdoc Preview is a recruiting event and opportunity for upper-level graduate students to explore the extensive postdoctoral research and training opportunities in biomedical sciences at the University of Michigan Medical School. Date: October 7, 2025 (2-4 p.m. EST). Details: Click here. ERC Grants: Q&A and Testimonials Online meeting with officials from the European Research Council Executive Agency (euroaxess), which administers ERC grants, as well as current ERC grantees, who will share their experiences applying for the prestigious bottom-up grants and setting up their labs in Europe. Date: October 15, 2025 (12 p.m. EST). Details: Click here. Research Abroad for Doctoral Students (RAD) The RAD program provides funding to support doctoral students with travel-related expenses, allowing them to visit partner institutions abroad. This opportunity helps students collect data or access unique resources not available on the UF campus. Application Open. Deadline: October 17, 2025. Details: Click here. NRC Research Associateship Programs (RAP) The NRC Research Associateship Programs (RAP) are prestigious postdoctoral and senior research awards designed to provide promising scientists and engineers with high-quality research opportunities at federal laboratories and affiliated institutions. Application Open. Deadline: November 3, 2025. Details: Click here. 2025-2026 AAW Madelyn Lockhart Dissertation Fellowship Fellowship to honor a PhD candidate who is an outstanding researcher and has overcome challenges, helped others overcome challenges, or contributed to a larger sense of community on campus, locally, or more widely. One fellowship in the amount of up to $2,000 will be awarded annually to assist in the dissertation phase of the doctoral degree. Application Open. Deadline: November 15, 2025. Details: Click here. Info Session: Florida Gubernatorial Fellowship The Florida Gubernatorial Fellows program offers undergrads, grad students, and recent grads a chance to gain hands-on experience in state government (nine months). Fellows enjoy hourly pay, a tuition waiver, and all-expense-paid policy trips to Washington, DC. Informational Session: October 14, 2025 (11 a.m.). Deadline: January 30, 2026. Details: Click here. BACK TO TOP ___________________________________________________________________________ Research Skills & Knowledge Using Gray Literature in Your Research Learn how to identify, access, and evaluate sources like government reports, white papers, policy briefs, and conference proceedings. Hosted by UFLib. October 7 • 4:30 to 5 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more Researching the News Discover the best strategies for finding, accessing, and saving historical and current, national and international news content for your research. Hosted by UFLib. October 9 • 3 to 3:50 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more Qualtrics @UF: Getting Started Participants will learn how to create and edit a basic survey, when and how to utilize Page Break and Block, and how to effectively distribute surveys, view results, and finally manage reports. Hosted by CITT. October 14 • 9 to 11:30 a.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more One Health and CABI Digital Library This hands-on session will guide you step-by-step through effective search strategies in the CABI Digital Library, with a focus on One Health topics that span human, animal, and environmental health. Hosted by UFLib. October 15 • 1 to 2 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more Qualtrics @UF: Beyond the Basics This workshop delves deeper into the advanced functions of Qualtrics. Participants will learn how to use skip, display, branch logics, and question randomization. Hosted by CITT. October 16 • 9 to 11 a.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more Introduction to PubMed This class will take you step-by-step through effective literature search and saving techniques, as well as other functions within PubMed. Hosted by UFLib. October 16 • 11 a.m. to 12 noon • Online via Zoom • Learn more Designing an Engaging Research Poster Presentation In this workshop, you will learn (1) how to design a research poster that is engaging and accessible, (2) identify the key sections and information to include, (3) create clear and concise text and visuals, and (4) present your poster confidently and effectively. Hosted by UFLib. October 16 • 3 to 4 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more BACK TO TOP ___________________________________________________________________________ Management & Leadership Thinking Strategically Learn about the importance of having and articulating a clear vision and purpose for the team, as well as a goal-setting strategy to identify and work on goals that align with both the team's and the organization's vision and purpose. Hosted by UFHR. October 10 • 9 a.m. to 12 noon • Online via Zoom • Learn more Coaching Compass: Navigating Your Leadership Journey Elevate your leadership by mastering the six essential roles of an effective coach. This course will teach you invaluable coaching skills to empower teams and drive performance. Hosted by UFHR. October 15 • 9 a.m. to 12:00 noon • Online via Zoom • Learn more BACK TO TOP ___________________________________________________________________________ Effectiveness & Purpose Therapeutic Horticulture Program Grow your wellbeing through plants! This semester-long program at Wilmot Botanical Gardens offers hands-on gardening experiences designed to reduce stress, build resilience, and foster a sense of community. No gardening experience needed. Hosted by CWC. September 9 through December 9 • Multiple session times • Wilmot Botanical Gardens • Learn more • To register, email laurenstclair@ufl.edu or call 352-294-5467. Stress Management through Mindfulness and Meditation We will discuss stress, stress management, and how to incorporate meditation and mindfulness practices into a comprehensive stress management strategy. Each week will focus on a different type of meditation or exercise. There will be space for open discussion included. Hosted by CWC. Tuesdays • 2 to 3 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more • Sign up Biofeedback for Stress Management and Resiliency This workshop provides an overview of biofeedback training, its potential benefits, and an introduction to the equipment and software we use to optimize the mind-body connection. Hosted by CWC. Wednesdays or Thursdays • 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon • UFCWC Peabody Hall, 4th Floor • Learn more • Sign up The Power of Self-Compassion Discover how to cultivate self-compassion to enhance your self-worth and relationships by fostering compassion and loving kindness towards others. Hosted by CWC. Thursdays • 3 to 4 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more • Sign up Livestreamed Fitness Classes Join GatorCare’s 15-minute live-streamed fitness classes at noon Monday through Friday to work on strength, cardio, meditation, or stretching. All fitness levels are welcome — no equipment is needed! Hosted by GatorCare. Mondays – Fridays • 12 noon to 12:15 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more BACK TO TOP ___________________________________________________________________________ Professionalism AI Learning Academy Training The AI2 Center is hosting an AI training to learn how to incorporate AI in your teaching and learning. Completion of the training culminates in a micro-credential for teaching and learning with Artificial Intelligence. It will be free for all UF grad students (use this discount code at checkout: ailearn25). Hosted by AI2Center. December 8-11 • 32 hours • UF AI Learning Academy • Learn more Using GenAI to Build Chatbots Learn how to design a GenAI chatbot for your course. Our working example will be a syllabus chatbot that can answer student questions 24/7; however, you’re welcome to bring your own idea to build upon. Hosted by CTE. October 6 • 12:50 to 2:50 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more Tech Byte: Creating Simple Chatbots in NaviGator Chat Join this session to learn how we made our AI Prompt Menu and to get the tools for creating and sharing your own prompt files! Hosted by CITT. October 9 • 2 to 3 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more Teams Mini-Series: Advanced Meeting Features Discover key actions you can take before, during, and after a meeting to maximize engagement and productivity. Hosted by CITT. October 10 • 9 to 9:30 a.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more Transforming Conflict Learn how to build your conflict competence/fitness to transform conflict and use it to your advantage for better decision-making, problem-solving, and relationship-building in the workplace. Hosted by UFHR. October 15 • 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more Mastering NaviGator Chat In this training, participants will learn how to navigate and effectively utilize the UF Navigator Chat tool. Hosted by CITT. October 15 • 2 to 3 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more BACK TO TOP ___________________________________________________________________________ Communications Communication Confidence Learn essential skills and tools to enhance your communication with others. Behind these skills are fundamental concepts: we can all be better communicators. Hosted by UFHR. October 7 • 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more The Art of Difficult Conversations Learn how to prepare for, initiate, and conduct difficult conversations that can yield positive outcomes. Hosted by UFHR. October 9 • 9 a.m. to 12 noon • Online via Zoom • Learn more Train the Trainer Learn about different learning theories and how adult learning presents opportunities and challenges that differ from those of other learners. Hosted by CITT. October 9 • 9 to 10:30 a.m. • CSE Room E112 • Learn more How to Engage in Healthy Conflict Learn to master the SKILL of healthy conflict so that you can effectively manage conflicts as they arise and avoid carrying around all of the negative energy, anger, and resentment in your mind and body. Hosted by ncfdd. October 9 • 2 to 3 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more Powering Up Your Presentation Participants will gain confidence in outlining, designing, and sharing their expertise with various audiences, as well as learn to avoid common presentation pitfalls. Join us for some tips and tricks! Hosted by Graduate School. October 15 • 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more Relationship Strategies This workshop provides guidelines for understanding and adapting to individual differences through observation of their behavior. Hosted by UFHR. October 16 • 9 a.m. to 12 noon • Online via Zoom • Learn more BACK TO TOP ___________________________________________________________________________ Career Advancement Using Professional Development to Strengthen Immigration Portfolios This workshop will help you define what an immigration portfolio is, understand the types of documentary evidence commonly required, and identify professional development opportunities that align with immigration criteria.To register, please select “Career Readiness Programs: A2i+ Career Insights (The date of your session). Hosted by A2I+. October 3 • 1 to 2 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Sign up International Student Series: CPT/OPT Education Session Are you ready to get your questions answered about the CPT or OPT process? If so, the Career Connections Center and International Student Compliance Services Office are here to help you learn more about these employment and internship opportunities. Hosted by C3. October 10 • 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more International Student Series: Immigration Attorney Q&A This session provides international students with an overview of the U.S. immigration system and an introduction to key aspects that may impact their student visa status and potential employment options as international students. Hosted by C3. October 14 • 2 to 3 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more How to Build a LinkedIn Profile for an Industry Job Search This webinar is designed for doctoral students, PhDs, and postdocs. Learn how to create a compelling LinkedIn profile that clearly communicates who you are, where you’re headed, and the value you bring to nonacademic employers. Hosted by beyondprof. October 15 • 12 noon to 12:45 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more Why Recruiters Are Ignoring You This webinar is designed specifically for master’s students who are early-career professionals (less than 5 years of work experience). Learn why recruiters ignore the majority of messages they receive, what you should do as a job seeker looking to connect with recruiters and hiring managers, and the most effective use of your time as a job seeker on LinkedIn and growing your network strategically. Hosted by beyondgrad. October 15 • 2 to 2:30 p.m. • Online via Zoom • Learn more In-Person/Virtual Express Drop-In Express Drop-Ins are designed for document reviews (i.e., resumes, cover letters, personal statements), mock interviews, LinkedIn profile reviews, and quick Career Planning questions. Hosted by C3. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays in-person (C3); Thursdays online • Learn more BACK TO TOP ___________________________________________________________________________ Resource Spotlight 2025 Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition! Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition developed by the University of Queensland in Australia. It challenges doctoral students to deliver a compelling presentation on their thesis topic and its significance in three minutes, using language suitable for a non-specialist audience. Deadline to Apply: October 6, 2025 The competition cultivates students’ academic, presentation, and research communication skills. Preliminary round: Thursday, October 23. Final round: Thursday, November 6 More Information and Registration Form: UF 3MT Webpage  Question? Email Dr. Jim Gillespie BACK TO TOP

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