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Generative AI and Graduate Work at UNC

August 1, 2024

This online workshop will explain what generative AI is and how it is being used in higher education generally. The presentation will feature resources for learning more about generative AI; and UNC’s guidance about its use in academic work. Since … Read more

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

Three Minute Thesis (3MT) preliminary rounds

September 11, 2023

Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland. The exercise challenges graduate students to present a compelling oration on their thesis topic and its significance in just three minutes. 3MT® develops academic, presentation, … Read more

Three Minute Thesis (3MT) information session

August 1, 2023

This session will highlight the requirements necessary to create an effective presentation for the Three Minute Thesis competition. The session will also involve review of sample 3MT presentations using the official judging rubric as well as allow participants an opportunity … Read more

Three Minute Thesis (3MT) preliminary rounds

July 25, 2023

Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland. The exercise challenges graduate students to present a compelling oration on their thesis topic and its significance in just three minutes. 3MT® develops academic, presentation, … Read more

Communicating your research to the public (in-person)

July 24, 2023

You know your research really, really well–but do you know it well enough to explain it in a clear and compelling manner to the broader public? Whether you’re giving a presentation to a lay audience, delivering a job talk, interviewing … Read more

Sci-athon (in-person)

May 5, 2023

Sci-athon is a 48-hour competition that challenges interdisciplinary teams of STEM graduate students and post-docs to tackle key issues that affect society. It is hosted by the UNC Chemistry department and will be held from May 24-26th. This year’s theme is “From Waste … Read more

Professional Communication Skills Boot Camp (in-person)

August 26, 2022

The Communications Boot Camp is intended to increase students’ confidence communicating to broader audiences and practice developing persuasive skills that will create effective messaging and relay the importance of one’s research. The Boot Camp takes a development approach and is … Read more

Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Preliminary Rounds

August 25, 2022

Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland. The exercise challenges graduate students to present a compelling oration on their thesis topic and its significance in just three minutes. 3MT® develops academic, presentation, … Read more