Professional Development Series - Developing Your Leadership Skills Series
Developing Your Leadership Skills Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
The focus of this seminar series is to provide graduate students and post docs with opportunities to reflect on their leadership style, personal career development and to enhance or develop skills in a number of specific areas including defining personal success, working optimally with others, building collaborative relationships, challenging conversations, conflict navigation, mentoring and negotiation. The series starts on August 27 through October 15, 2025, from 9:30 - 11:00 am in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3lKTSdxJbXAeFWC.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Headshots and Breakfast - Health Science Campus
Postdoctoral Affairs Office
RSVP: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2acmlETjonzCkYe
The Headshots and Breakfast event for the health science campus will be held in the atrium of the Biomedical Polymers Research Building. The photographer will be able to accept 24 postdocs for this event. Postdocs interested in this event should select a time slot for their headshot in our NPAW RSVP form.
Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Biomedical Polymers Research Building.
Headshots and Breakfast - Main Campus
Postdoctoral Affairs Office
RSVP: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2acmlETjonzCkYe
The Headshots and Breakfast event for main campus will be held at Marriott Library, Room 1705. This event will be held in collaboration with Marriott Library's "Headshot Wednesdays" event, and will be able to accept 15 postdocs. This event will be first-come-first-served. Interested postdocs should arrive promptly at 11am to secure their place in the queue. Breakfast will be available in the "Meeting Space" within Marriott 1705.
Campus Locations: Marriott Library - J. Willard (M LIB). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Reflections and Advice from Recently Successful Postdocs on the Job Market
Postdoctoral Affairs Office
RSVP: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2acmlETjonzCkYe
Celebrate National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW) with the Intermountain West Postdoc Alliance's event “Reflections and Advice from Recently Successful Postdocs on the Job Market” This panel allows you to learn from postdocs who have recently transitioned into their next roles. You will learn about their successful job searches and may even learn some tips to help you with your own job search. The Intermountain West Postdoc Alliance is comprised of postdoc support offices at the University of Texas El Paso, the University of Colorado Boulder, and the University of Utah.
Campus Locations: Zoom. Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Professional Development Series - Presentation Skills Series
Presentation Skills Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
In this series, we will graduate students and post docs will be able to proactively work on a current or future conference talk or poster session. Embedded in this series are multiple opportunities to present in “real time”. This series starts on August 27, 2025, through October 15, 2025, from 1:30 - 3:00 pm in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105.
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6g24YkKWnzpBVfU.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Third Annual Career Panel for Social Science Postdocs / "A Day In the Life" Session 2
Postdoctoral Affairs Office
RSVP: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2acmlETjonzCkYe
An online panel of speakers from throughout the country will discuss diverse, non-academic career paths for postdocs in the social sciences. Speakers will share tips for getting the most out of your social science postdoc, reflect on how they navigated the job market, and explore their views of what skills social scientists need to be successful in the future.
Campus Locations: Zoom. Campus Wide Event: No.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
NPAW Keynote Address: Communicating Research for Impact
Postdoctoral Affairs Office
RSVP: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2acmlETjonzCkYeIn the current research climate, many scientists are looking for ways to help people understand what they do—and why it matters. In this talk, join Dr. Friesen as they walk through some general strategies for communicating about your work with a wide variety of audiences, as well as provide you with additional tools and resources to further level-up your communications.
As research communications manager for University of Utah Health, Sophia Friesen works to help researchers’ impactful work reach broad audiences. They spend their days tracking down great research, interviewing scientists like you, and writing stories about research. Prior to their position at U of U Health, Sophia studied the biology of tissue growth in their doctoral work at UC Berkeley, while finding ways to write, talk, and do radio about awesome science.
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Campus Wide Event: No.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
NPAW Keynote Luncheon and Poster Session
Postdoctoral Affairs Office
RSVP: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2acmlETjonzCkYe
After the keynote address, please join us for lunch and a riveting poster session highlighting some of the great research done by Utah postdocs.
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Campus Wide Event: No.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
NPAW Keynote Skills Workshop: Elevator Pitches
Postdoctoral Affairs Office
RSVP: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2acmlETjonzCkYeAt this workshop, you’ll learn and practice the skills to refine your message as you craft a research “elevator pitch”—a brief, accessible verbal presentation that’s tailored to your goals. You’ll have the chance to practice, get peer feedback, and ask questions as you create your pitch.
As research communications manager for University of Utah Health, Sophia Friesen works to help researchers’ impactful work reach broad audiences. They spend their days tracking down great research, interviewing scientists like you, and writing stories about research. Prior to their position at U of U Health, Sophia studied the biology of tissue growth in their doctoral work at UC Berkeley, while finding ways to write, talk, and do radio about awesome science.
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Campus Wide Event: No.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
The Graduate School Open House
Stop by and enjoy some refreshments with the Graduate School team. Learn more about the resources available in the Graduate School to support graduate student and post doc success. We are looking forward to connecting with you!
HSEB, Room 2880.
Campus Locations: Health Sciences Education Building - Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles (HSEB). Campus Wide Event: No.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Bowling with the UPDA
Postdoctoral Affairs Office
RSVP: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2acmlETjonzCkYe
Come join the UPDA and your fellow postdocs for a bowling party at the Ray Olpin Student Union!
Campus Locations: Union - A. Ray Olpin (UNION). Campus Wide Event: No.
Friday, September 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Post-Bowling Pizza Party with the UPDA
Postdoctoral Affairs Office
RSVP: https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2acmlETjonzCkYe
Stick around after bowling to enjoy some pizza with the UPDA. As NPAW concludes this is a great opportunity to chat about ways to appreciate postdocs throughout the rest of the year!
Campus Locations: Union - A. Ray Olpin (UNION). Campus Wide Event: No.
Friday, September 19, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Spring 2026 - Class schedule available
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, September 22, 2025.
Spring 2026 - Registration dates available
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, September 22, 2025.
Professional Development Series - Supervising Work and People Series
Supervising Work and People Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
In this seminar series we will explore the essentials of supervision, the employment relationship and keeping work moving. The topics will provide insights to help you be successful in your first supervisory role. The Supervising Work and People Series will start on August 26, through October 14 from 9:30 - 11:00 am in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105.
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WCyS0RAleZmc74.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Professional Development Series - Developing Your Leadership Skills Series
Developing Your Leadership Skills Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
The focus of this seminar series is to provide graduate students and post docs with opportunities to reflect on their leadership style, personal career development and to enhance or develop skills in a number of specific areas including defining personal success, working optimally with others, building collaborative relationships, challenging conversations, conflict navigation, mentoring and negotiation. The series starts on August 27 through October 15, 2025, from 9:30 - 11:00 am in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3lKTSdxJbXAeFWC.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. McNair Scholars Social Event
A CHEW AND CHAT GATHERING FOR GRADUATE MCNAIR SCHOLAR STUDENTS
This is the time to gather with your fellow McNair colleagues, meet the Dean of the Graduate School, and other Graduate School team members.
“Refreshments will be provided”.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM.
Professional Development Series - Presentation Skills Series
Presentation Skills Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
In this series, we will graduate students and post docs will be able to proactively work on a current or future conference talk or poster session. Embedded in this series are multiple opportunities to present in “real time”. This series starts on August 27, 2025, through October 15, 2025, from 1:30 - 3:00 pm in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105.
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6g24YkKWnzpBVfU.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Fall 2025 First Half - Last day to reverse CR/NC option
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, September 26, 2025.
Sunnyside Apartments Block Party
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, September 27, 2025, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
1945 E. Sunnyside Ave.
Salt Lake City, UT 84108.
Professional Development Series - Supervising Work and People Series
Supervising Work and People Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
In this seminar series we will explore the essentials of supervision, the employment relationship and keeping work moving. The topics will provide insights to help you be successful in your first supervisory role. The Supervising Work and People Series will start on August 26, through October 14 from 9:30 - 11:00 am in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105.
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WCyS0RAleZmc74.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Professional Development Series - Developing Your Leadership Skills Series
Developing Your Leadership Skills Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
The focus of this seminar series is to provide graduate students and post docs with opportunities to reflect on their leadership style, personal career development and to enhance or develop skills in a number of specific areas including defining personal success, working optimally with others, building collaborative relationships, challenging conversations, conflict navigation, mentoring and negotiation. The series starts on August 27 through October 15, 2025, from 9:30 - 11:00 am in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3lKTSdxJbXAeFWC.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Professional Development Series - Presentation Skills Series
Presentation Skills Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
In this series, we will graduate students and post docs will be able to proactively work on a current or future conference talk or poster session. Embedded in this series are multiple opportunities to present in “real time”. This series starts on August 27, 2025, through October 15, 2025, from 1:30 - 3:00 pm in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105.
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6g24YkKWnzpBVfU.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Fall 2025 First Half - Classes end
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, October 3, 2025.
Fall 2025: Fall Break (Oct 4 - Oct 12)
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, October 4, 2025 – Sunday, October 12, 2025.
Professional Development Series - Supervising Work and People Series
Supervising Work and People Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
In this seminar series we will explore the essentials of supervision, the employment relationship and keeping work moving. The topics will provide insights to help you be successful in your first supervisory role. The Supervising Work and People Series will start on August 26, through October 14 from 9:30 - 11:00 am in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105.
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WCyS0RAleZmc74.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Professional Development Series - Developing Your Leadership Skills Series
Developing Your Leadership Skills Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
The focus of this seminar series is to provide graduate students and post docs with opportunities to reflect on their leadership style, personal career development and to enhance or develop skills in a number of specific areas including defining personal success, working optimally with others, building collaborative relationships, challenging conversations, conflict navigation, mentoring and negotiation. The series starts on August 27 through October 15, 2025, from 9:30 - 11:00 am in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3lKTSdxJbXAeFWC.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Professional Development Series - Presentation Skills Series
Presentation Skills Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
In this series, we will graduate students and post docs will be able to proactively work on a current or future conference talk or poster session. Embedded in this series are multiple opportunities to present in “real time”. This series starts on August 27, 2025, through October 15, 2025, from 1:30 - 3:00 pm in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105.
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6g24YkKWnzpBVfU.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Fall 2025 Second Half - Classes begin
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, October 13, 2025.
Professional Development Series - Supervising Work and People Series
Supervising Work and People Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
In this seminar series we will explore the essentials of supervision, the employment relationship and keeping work moving. The topics will provide insights to help you be successful in your first supervisory role. The Supervising Work and People Series will start on August 26, through October 14 from 9:30 - 11:00 am in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105.
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WCyS0RAleZmc74.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Professional Development Series - Developing Your Leadership Skills Series
Developing Your Leadership Skills Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
The focus of this seminar series is to provide graduate students and post docs with opportunities to reflect on their leadership style, personal career development and to enhance or develop skills in a number of specific areas including defining personal success, working optimally with others, building collaborative relationships, challenging conversations, conflict navigation, mentoring and negotiation. The series starts on August 27 through October 15, 2025, from 9:30 - 11:00 am in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3lKTSdxJbXAeFWC.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Professional Development Series - Presentation Skills Series
Presentation Skills Series for Graduate Students and Postdocs
In this series, we will graduate students and post docs will be able to proactively work on a current or future conference talk or poster session. Embedded in this series are multiple opportunities to present in “real time”. This series starts on August 27, 2025, through October 15, 2025, from 1:30 - 3:00 pm in Gardner Commons, Rm 3105.
https://utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6g24YkKWnzpBVfU.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit utah.sjc1.qualtrics.com. Understanding Relationship and Sexual Harm: Power, Community and Accountability Workshop
Cottonwood Community Room
Sunnyside Apartment.
Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Fall 2025 Second Half - Last day to add, drop (delete), elect CR/NC, or audit classes
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, October 17, 2025.
Fall 2025 Second Half - Last day to wait list
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, October 17, 2025.
Time Flies: Time Management Tips
Hybrid
In-person: Gardner Commons 3105 Conf Rm
Zoom Link: TBD.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Friday, October 17, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM.
Fall 2025 Full Term - Last day to withdraw from classes
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, October 24, 2025.
Spring 2026 - Registration dates begin
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, November 6, 2025.
Spiritual Wellness: Joy is an Option
Hybrid
In-person: Gardner Commons 3105 Conf Rm
Zoom Link: TBD.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Thursday, November 6, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Fall 2025 Second Half - Last day to withdraw from classes
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, November 7, 2025.
Center for Disability and Access: Graduate Student Support
Hybrid
In-person: Gardner Commons 3105 Conf Rm
Zoom Link: TBD.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: No.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
3MT Showcase
Campus Locations: Crocker Science Center (CSC). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, November 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Spring 2026 - Open enrollment
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, November 24, 2025.
Holiday: Thanksgiving Break (Nov 27 - Nov 30)
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, November 27, 2025 – Sunday, November 30, 2025.
Fall 2025 Full Term - Last day to reverse CR/NC option
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, November 28, 2025.
Fall 2025 Second Half - Last day to reverse CR/NC option
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, November 28, 2025.
Fall 2025 Full Term - Classes end
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, December 4, 2025.
Fall 2025 Second Half - Classes end
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, December 4, 2025.
Fall 2025 Full Term - Reading day
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, December 5, 2025.
Fall 2025 Full Term - Final exam period (Dec 8 - Dec 12)
Academic Deadlines
For more info: https://registrar.utah.edu/academic-calendars/index.php#exams.
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, December 8, 2025 – Friday, December 12, 2025.
Holiday: Holiday Recess (Dec 13 - Jan 4)
Academic Deadlines
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, December 13, 2025 – Sunday, January 4, 2026.