The Office of Diversity Programs connects graduate students and postdoctoral scholars with employment, leadership, volunteer, and career opportunities.
UVA Postdoctoral Association - Diversity and Outreach Committee
Dear Fellow UVA Postdocs,
The UVA Postdoc Association is creating a plan to actively support the Black Lives Matter movement and other marginalized or oppressed communities in the Greater Charlottesville Area (GCA). As scientists and educators, we feel there is a responsibility for us to re-educate ourselves on issues of racism and suppression, particularly in our community and areas of study. We also believe we have a valuable opportunity to serve our community by organizing scientific outreach and education activities. These will ideally be open to people from all walks of life, but in the current era there must also be an explicit focus to uplift marginalized communities. Therefore, the UVA Postdoc Association is forming a Diversity and Community Outreach Committee.
We are seeking fellow postdocs that want to join us and take a leadership role in shaping the direction and goals of this committee. This will include organizing activities and developing resources to enhance our presence in the GCA and empower other postdocs to be a positive force. For more information about our work please visit https://postdoc.virginia.edu/diversity-community-outreach . Please let us know if you are interested in joining us contacting [email protected]. We are organizing an orientation meeting for those interested.
Best,
Megan Sayyad, Megan Evans, Billy Nash & Pim Oome
UVA Student Highlights for Upcoming Diversity Office Events
The Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs-Diversity Programs are preparing to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of our graduate and professional students during the Doctoral Diversity Dinner and Celebration of Excellence.
We desire to highlight and share your accomplishments out to the UVA community via print, digital, and video formats for these events. This opportunity is for graduate or professional students. If you're interested in this opportunity, please visit https://virginia.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3ITwfjBCW5thMCa .
The deadline to apply is Friday, February 16, 2024.
For more information email: [email protected]
2023 Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering (CASE) Workshop
This March, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) will be hosting its Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering (CASE) workshop in person in Washington, DC. The University of Virginia plans to send up to four graduate students to this entry-level 3.5-day workshop. Prior science policy experience is not a prerequisite for selection—students with limited knowledge of advocacy and science policy are encouraged to apply. Registration fees and travel expenses for the selected students will be covered through the PhD Plus program.
During the event, participants will learn about the structure and organization of Congress, the federal budget and appropriations processes, and tools for effective science communication and civic engagement. In addition, students will participate in interactive seminars about policymaking and communication.
The deadline to apply is Friday, February 3, 2023. Applicants will be notified no later than Friday, February 17.
For more information, including eligibility requirements, a full list of required application materials, and how to apply, visit: https://phdplus.virginia.edu/case
UVA Professional Development Award
The Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs – Diversity Programs invites you to apply for the Diversity Programs Professional Development Award. This award was established to provide financial support to graduate students, professional students, and postdoctoral scholars that do not have sufficient funds currently or in which funds may not exist to support activities related to their career development. Potential uses of the funds include workshops, short courses, research supplies and or activities, research travel, conference attendance, and any other reasonable activity the student deems necessary for their professional development as they prepare for a career after the successful completion of their tenure at UVA. For more information about the Professional Development Award and the application, go to http://bit.ly/uvapda2023. The application deadline to apply is March 3rd.
For questions, please contact Dr. Jasmine Crenshaw at [email protected]
The 6th Annual Diversifying Scholarship Research Conference at UVA
The 6th Annual Diversifying Scholarship Research Conference is now accepting abstracts through March 3, 2023. We are an all-student planned conference that aims to provide a platform for research on topics of diversity, inequality, bias, and inclusivity. We encourage scholars of all levels (undergraduate, graduate, faculty, staff, and community members) to apply. This year, presentation opportunities include Blitz Talks (5 minutes) and Research Presentations (10-12 minutes).
The conference will be hosted online on April 21, 2023. Registration is free.
SUBMIT ABSTRACTS HERE: https://forms.gle/atoyimDvMcfiFmKH6
REGISTER FOR CONFERENCE HERE: https://forms.gle/MKLhpK5fnhMkFR6z9
For more info see the attached flier or visit https://uva.theopenscholar.com/diversifyingscholarship
Omni Technology Alliance Internship Program
The DOE Omni Technology Alliance Internship Program provides paid 10-week summer internships for up to three consecutive summers for talented undergraduate and graduate students in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and other related fields. Interns will hold appointments at DOE national laboratories, Power Marketing Administrations (PMAs), plants, DOE Headquarters, and other approved sites. Interns will receive hands-on experience in an immersive environment that provides them with an understanding of the mission, operations, and culture of DOE. Moreover, interns will be mentored by leading scientists, engineers, and other top professionals to address cybersecurity and information technology challenges while gaining valuable, real-world experience to complement their education and open opportunities for careers within the federal government. For more information, click here: https://orise.orau.gov/doe-omni/index.html
2024 PeDRA Research Fellowships Program
Overview
Childhood skin diseases are associated with severe burden on patients, families, and health care providers. Despite this burden, effective treatments remain sparse and the pace of research slow. To help overcome these challenges, the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA) is accepting applications for its 2024 PeDRA Research Fellowships Program to support one year of mentored research for post-graduate trainees and medical students in the field of pediatric dermatology.
Goals
The Research Fellowships Program is driven by PeDRA’s mission to create, inspire, and sustain research to prevent, treat, and cure childhood skin disease. Fellowships are intended to support the development of the next generation of physician scientists and the advancement of active research projects in the field of pediatric dermatology. Priority consideration will be given to mentored research projects that address high-priority patient-centered research questions and projects that align with the focus of any of PeDRA’s Focused Study Groups. Additional priority will be given to applications that support PeDRA’s commitment to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion across all facets of its organization and pediatric dermatology research. Diversity and inclusion strengthen the PeDRA research network and are critical to the pursuit of its mission.
Application
Applications to PeDRA Research Fellowships must be submitted through the online portal (https://webportalapp.com/appform/2024_researchfellowship)
STEM Active Learning Community
Join a learning community this spring to explore the research on active learning in STEM fields and apply it to your teaching through reading, reflection, and discussion. As graduate students, we must prepare to begin academic careers in the midst of a widespread transition toward active learning. Together, we will seek to understand active learning as a human endeavor and create active learning environments that are equitable, inclusive, and supportive of all students’ learning.
The meetings will take place in person every other week for five, 60-minute sessions, starting the week of February 13th. The day and time of the sessions will be scheduled based on participant availability.
Apply by Wednesday, February 1. The community will be limited to 12 participants. Email Liz Larson at [email protected] with questions.