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Training and orientation events, 2008
All training and orientation events scheduled for 2008, in date order (note, depending on when you are looking at this, some events may have already taken place).
| when | who / what | where |
|---|---|---|
| Fri Jan 11 at 08:30AM |
Postdoc orientation
An orientation session for new and recently hired postdoctoral fellows at the University Park Campus, offered by Penn State's Office of Postdoctoral Affairs. Will provide an overview to the various aspects of being a postdoctoral fellow at Penn State, including benefits and university resources. Lunch will be provided. |
102 Chemistry Building |
| Thu Jan 24 at 01:00PM |
Facilities Information Showcase
Find out more about the University-Park-based facilities supported by the Huck Institutes. All eight facilities will be showcasing their services and technologies. Free to faculty, postdocs, graduate students and research staff. Stop by, meet us, and ask us questions. |
Willaman Gateway Bridge, Life Sciences Building |
| Tue Feb 19 at 09:05AM |
Flow cytometry basics
Want to learn more about flow cytometry? Come to this free lecture. |
301D Life Sciences Building |
| Wed Feb 20 at 09:20AM |
Ultramicrotomy Workshop
One-day workshop on how to obtain thin sections for imaging samples with TEM, SEM, AFM and other types of microscopy. Covers basic techniques, and correction of common mistakes. Presentations (open to all) and hands-on sessions (space limited). Refreshments will be served. |
401G Life Sciences Building and 1 South Frear Lab, University Park |
| Wed Apr 16 at 12:00PM |
The academic job search
Hear from postdocs who have survived the process. Advice for graduate students and postdocs. If you are a postdoc who has recently accepted a faculty position please feel free to also attend and share your experiences. Cookies and drinks will be provided; bring your lunch if you wish. |
301 Life Sciences Building |
| Fri Apr 18 at 08:30AM |
Postdoc symposium
Advice and contacts for graduate students wanting to know about life as a postdoc. |
Business Building, University Park |
| Tue May 13 — Wed May 14 |
Workshop: creating a successful postdoc experience
A 2-day workshop open to postdocs on all Penn State campuses. Aims to help postdocs on how to establish meaningful goals, and manage research projects and laboratories. Also covers the principles of responsible conduct of research. Registration deadline: May 5. |
Life Sciences Building |
| Wed May 21 at 12:00PM |
Understanding and valuing diversity
The second in a series of Brown Bag Postdoc workshops sponsored by the Penn State Postdoc Society, Penn State Office of Postdoc Affairs and the Huck Institutes. Feel free to bring your lunch. Cookies and drinks will be provided. |
102 Kern Building, University Park |
| Mon Jun 02 — Fri Jun 13 |
Techniques in molecular biology: laboratory workshop
A two-week intensive laboratory workshop supplemented with lectures and discussions. No previous laboratory experience necessary. Space is limited, so apply early. |
203-L1 Life Sciences Building, University Park |
| Tue Jun 24 at 09:30AM |
Flow Cytometry Introductory Lecture
The Cytometry Facility, University Park, is offering a general introductory lecture covering flow cytometry basics. This lecture is mandatory for all flow users, but is open to the general public as well |
301D Life Sciences Building |
| Thu Jul 31 at 09:30AM |
Basic Imaging Lecture
The Cytometry Facility is offering a general introductory lecture covering fluorescence imaging basics (widefield, confocal and digital imaging). This lecture is recommended for all our microscope users and is open to the general public. RSVP requested. |
301D Life Sciences Building |
| Tue Aug 19 at 01:30PM |
Postdoc orientation
An orientation session for new and recently hired postdoctoral fellows at the University Park Campus, offered by Penn State's Office of Postdoctoral Affairs. Will provide an overview to the various aspects of being a postdoctoral fellow at Penn State, including benefits and university resources. |
102 Chemistry Building |
| Thu Aug 21 — Fri Aug 22 |
New student orientation
New graduate students starting programs supported by the Huck Institutes are invited to a 2-day orientation event. The agenda will cover safety training, advice and social events. |
Wartik Lab and Life Sciences Building, University Park |
| Wed Aug 27 at 09:30AM |
Flow Cytometry Introductory Lecture
The Cytometry Facility, University Park, is offering a general introductory lecture covering flow cytometry basics. |
301D Life Sciences Building |
| Fri Sep 26 at 12:00PM |
Resilience and Thriving Amidst Change in the Workplace
Interactive session discussing the concepts of change, resiliency and thriving as they relate to longevity in the workplace. |
102 Kern Graduate Building |
| Wed Oct 08 at 09:30AM |
Fluorescence Imaging Introductory Lecture
An introductory lecture covering the basics of fluorescence imaging. |
301D Life Sciences Building |
| Wed Oct 08 at 12:30PM |
Negotiating a good faculty position
Presented by Peggy Johnson as part of the Fall Brown Bag Discussions sponsored by Graduate Women in Science |
301D Life Sciences Building |
| Fri Oct 10 at 04:00PM |
Nadine Smith and Kristen Fichthorn
Inside the Scientists Studio interactive interview with two professors from the College of Engineering. |
301D Life Sciences Building |
| Sat Oct 11 at 08:30AM |
Survival Skills and Ethics for Graduate Students and Post-Docs
Part of the Survival Skills and Ethics Series sponsored by the Office of Research Protections. |
Nittany Lion Inn |
| Fri Oct 17 at 02:00PM |
Designing Slides for Research Presentations
Part of the Survival Skills and Ethics Series sponsored by the Office of Research Protections. |
305 Hammond Building |