Schedule
Opening Talk: Transitioning From School to Work: 5 Tips to Make it Easier (Prof. Reinhart Reithmeier, PhD FCAHS, Professor Emeritus)
10:10 – 10:40 a.m.
Reinhart Reithmeier is a Professor emeritus at the University of Toronto and former Chair of Biochemistry. An award-winning lecturer and graduate mentor, Dr. Reithmeier is dedicated to ensuring that graduate students develop their skills and network to take advantage of diverse job opportunities. This presentation will highlight 5 key elements for graduate students to consider as they transition to the workplace.
Presenting your Ideas with Confidence: Tips and Strategies (Yaseen Ali, Learning Strategist, Academic Success)
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
As graduate students, we’re often asked to explain our academic work with confidence… even if we can sometimes regard these ideas as “messy” and “in progress”. How do we find a balance between retaining a spontaneous, authentic speaking style while also planning our content (and delivery) ahead of time to ensure our message is communicated effectively? This session will also offer practical tips that you can use to troubleshoot common issues such as addressing stage fright, engaging a “quiet” audience, and managing your time. Presented by Academic Success.
Identifying your skills as a Graduate Student (Jessica Wurster, PhD, Career Educator)
11:20 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Learn how to Identify knowledge, skills and experience you have developed as a graduate student, how to articulate skills in the career search development process and discover resources available through Career Exploration & Education.
Social & Refreshments
12 – 12:30 p.m.
Provided by Veda
Alumni Panel: Grad Student Career Journeys
12:30 – 1:15 p.m.
Hear from a diverse group of former U of T grad students who have successfully transitioned to a rewarding career and hear the path they took.
Panelists: TBA
