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CIRTL Network Teaching-as-Research Presentations

January 14, 2025

Hear graduate students and postdocs from across the CIRTL Network share the results of their Teaching-as-Research (TAR) projects in this online presentation session. TAR projects investigate questions about teaching and learning, including assessing the effectiveness of specific learning activities and … Read more

I’m submitting resumes but not hearing back

December 17, 2024

Sending out resume after resume, but not getting any interviews? You’re not alone. In fact, 48% of graduate students believe that submitting resumes to online job postings is the most effective way to job search. But it’s not an effective … Read more

Inclusive STEM Teaching Project

September 11, 2024

The Inclusive STEM Teaching Project is a 6 week course designed to advance the awareness, self-efficacy, and the ability of faculty, postdocs, and doctoral students to cultivate inclusive STEM learning environments for all their students and to develop themselves as … Read more

Lesson Planning using Backward Course Design

August 20, 2024

This interactive workshop will allow teaching assistants to describe the three components of backward course design and apply backward course design to develop a lesson plan for a course they’re teaching. REGISTER

Preparing a teaching demo for a job interview

June 11, 2024

As part of the interview process for a faculty position, you may be asked to lead a teaching demonstration. In this interactive workshop, we’ll discuss ways to go into your teaching demo with preparedness, confidence, and adaptability. Participants will explore … Read more

What nonacademic employers really value about your PhD

June 11, 2024

Much of the job search process is about persuasive communication: you want to convince a hiring manager that you’re the right fit for the job. So how can PhDs effectively communicate their skills and advanced training to employers? Join Beyond … Read more

Three ways to improve your online professional presence

June 11, 2024

LinkedIn is one of the fastest growing social media platforms. It’s the number one place companies post jobs, and it’s where recruiters look for talent. As a PhD in career transition, you need to be on LinkedIn, confidently connecting with … Read more