IGSAB Student Survey

The International Graduate Student Advisory Board (IGSAB) has launched the 2024 edition of its annual anonymous survey to evaluate the challenges faced by international graduate students and implement programs to better support them. Please take a few moments to share your experiences with us! We are aiming for 500 respondents this year—the more people that respond, the more power we have to advocate for change. Results from last year's survey are available on our website. There will be a raffle for four $50 gift cards for respondents of the full survey. Contact IGSAB with any questions or concerns. Find the survey here. Thank you for your time!

Civic Tech Industry Talk with the U.S. Digital Service
Monday, April 15, 2024; 12:00–1:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Join us for an interactive info session focused on tech jobs in the federal government. Whether you're a civic tech enthusiast or simply curious about career options, this session will provide valuable insights into the opportunities and realities of working in the federal government's tech sector.

Leveraging Databases to Find Funding
Monday, April 15, 3:00–3:50 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Whether you are just beginning your exploration of fellowships or far into your search for the right fellowship, there are many searchable databases out there to help you on your quest. This presentation will give you tips and tools for how to search these databases most effectively.

Career30: Networking Best Practices
Tuesday, April 16, 4:00–4:30 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Improve your professional skills in 30 minutes or less! This presentation will provide attendees with essential information on networking best practices.

GRAD IGSAB Alumni Career Connect with Francesca Marchese Gonzalez
Tuesday, April 16, 5:30–6:30 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Are you an international student curious about careers, the job search, and where alumni are going? Francesca Marchese Gonzalez completed her MA and MPP degrees in 2023, and is currently working as data analyst in Chicago Public Schools. Join us to listen to her journey and participate in a Q&A!

NSF Doctoral Dissertation Research Improvement Grants Info Session
Wednesday, April 17, 12:00–1:00 p.m., UChicagoGRADHQ

This session will provide an overview of the NSF DDRIG programs, deadlines, and requirements. We will also review the specific submission process for DDRIGs in Sociology and Political Science. The session will focus on application components and steps, tips for writing the proposal, and best practices for preparing successful applications.

Fulbright for Master's Students
Wednesday, April 17, 2:00–3:00 p.m., UChicagoGRADHQ

Many Masters students seek out a “gap year” after graduation. One great option is the Fulbright, which sends young U.S. citizens to teach, study, and research around the world. Co-led by the UChicago Library and UChicagoGRAD, this presentation will give you tools for developing a strong Fulbright application.

Careers in Higher Education: Perspectives from Alumni (HEA Credential Series)
Thursday, April 18, 12:00–1:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Are you interested in a career in university administration? This event will feature a panel of alumni who are working in a variety of areas in the higher education administration space. They will speak about their academic work and how it prepared them for a career path in higher education.

Gap Year Jobs: Navigating Short Term Professional Opportunities for Master’s Students
Thursday, April 18, 3:00–5:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Are you staring down a “gap year”: a period of transitional time between your degree program and your professional destination? Join UChicagoGRAD for a workshop on short-term and long-term career planning around the gap year. The event will feature a panel of master’s alumni from HUM, SSD, and DIV sharing their insights and tips about the job search process and where they found success.

Graduate Assistant Opportunity in Barcelona for Autumn 2024 – UChicago Study Abroad (International students may apply)

Social Science Analyst (Methodologist) – U.S Government Accountability Office (US Citizens only)

Publicity & Copywriting Student Assistant – University of Chicago Press (International students may apply)

Bio-statistician – Pharmaron (International students may apply)

Computational Chemistry and Physics – D. E. Shaw Research (International students may apply)

Polsky Commercialization Fellowship – Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (International students may apply)

Last Call: Spring Soiree 2024: A Night at the Museum
Friday, April 19, 7:00–11:00 p.m., Museum of Science and Industry

The University of Chicago Graduate Council invites you to join other UChicago Grad students on Friday, April 19 for our Spring Soiree 2024: A Night at the Museum! Enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and dance the night away with your fellow students at the beautiful Museum of Science and Industry. Your ticket includes food, open bar access, a live DJ, and admission to all main exhibits + the Spring feature exhibit! A professional photographer will be present to capture the event.

Spring Showcase: Chicago Booth Follies
Thursday, May 2, 7:00–10:00 p.m., The Vic Theatre, 3145 N Sheffield Ave

Chicago Booth Follies is excited to present our Spring Showcase: "YMBA!" Join us at the Vic for a night of comedy and entertainment, featuring live skits, sketch videos, improv, music, and dance performances, all from your fellow University of Chicago graduate students as we satirize MBAs and corporate America. 

Graduate Volunteers Needed: Chicago Street Medicine

Chicago Street Medicine (CSM) chapter with UChicago Medicine is looking for graduate volunteers for April/May/June. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in our community, and believe everyone deserves access to quality healthcare, regardless of their circumstances, we invite you to join Chicago Street Medicine and to be a part of a meaningful group to support our city's most vulnerable populations. To volunteer you do not need any medical experience at all. Sign-up here.

Just in Time: Classroom Assessment Techniques for Graduate Students
Friday, April 12, 1:30–2:45 p.m., Wieboldt 310 D/E, 1050 E 59th St

Classroom Assessment Techniques (CATs) are simple in-class activities that help instructors and students monitor learning in real time. In this workshop, participants will experience strategies for evaluating student comprehension on the spot. Participants will engage in a “Block Party” discussion as they learn about and discuss CATs with other participants.

Introduction to Consulting in Physical Science and Engineering
Monday, April 15, 5:30–6:30 p.m., Virtual

Are you curious about leveraging your technical training to solve advanced scientific and engineering problems for diverse clients? Join our panelists as they discuss what drew them to the field, the competencies that are required to be successful in these careers, and ways to support your entry into this career.

Bicycling in Low- and Middle-Income Countries’ Cities: Exploratory Research on Use, Experiences, Access, and Barriers in India, Bangladesh, and Ghana
Tuesday, April 16, 12:30–1:30 p.m., 1155 E 60th St

Bicycling is described in Global North urban planning recommendations as a linchpin between human health and environmental sustainability, and low- and middle-income countries are often called on to build bicycle friendly infrastructures. This talk will discuss access and barriers to biking in cities in India, Bangladesh, and Ghana.

Antitrust and Competition Conference — Antitrust, Regulation, and the Diffusion of Innovation
Thursday, April 18, 9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., Virtual

The first day of our Conference will focus on antitrust enforcement’s historical record of influencing the development and spread of general-purpose technology. Expert panels will discuss the question about antitrust enforcement’s impact on the US economy. The second day of the conference will turn from the past to the future.

Does International Law Bar Amnesties for Serious Human Rights Violations?
Thursday, April 18, 12:15–1:20 p.m., The Law School, Room I, 1111 E 60th St

Pozen Visiting Professor Louise Mallinder will discuss her ongoing research into the question of whether a norm has evolved in international law to prohibit the use of amnesties for genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and other serious human rights violations.

The Inequality of Wealth by Liam Byrne
Friday, April 12, 5:00–7:30 p.m., 1307 E 60th St

UChicago Holi
Sunday, April 14, 2:00–4:00 p.m., Eckhart Quad

Economic Knowledge and Archives of Political Economy in the Ottoman Empire
Monday, April 15, 12:00–1:20 p.m., 5737 S University Ave    

Water Conservation with Alliance for Water Efficiency
Monday, April 15, 6:00–7:00 p.m., Saieh Hall Room 112, 5757 S University Ave

English Conversation Hour
Tuesday, April 16, 3:30 p.m., Cobb Hall Room 219, 5811 S Ellis Ave

Life in Authoritarian Societies
Tuesday, April 16, 4:30–5:45 p.m., SSRB Tea Room, 1126 E 59th St

Book Launch: The Geopolitics of Shaming by Rochelle Terman
Tuesday, April 16, 6:00 p.m., SSRB Tea Room, 1126 E 59th St

Mohammad Al Attar: Art, Revolution, and Exile
Wednesday, April 17, 5:00–6:30 p.m., Neubauer Collegium, 5701 S Woodlawn Ave

Can We Influence the Future Of Russia?
Thursday, April 18, 5:00–6:00 p.m., International House, 1414 E 59th St

Report an (external) fellowship & get a FREE SWEATSHIRT

UChicagoGRAD is giving away free University of Chicago sweatshirts to all students who win external fellowships this academic year, while supplies last. If you’ve been notified that you've won an external fellowship between July 2023 through June 2024, complete our form to let us know. You will receive instructions for picking up your sweatshirt within 7 business days. Not sure whether your opportunity counts? Report it anyway and we’ll get in touch.

Application Deadline: Polsky Science and Technology Fellows
Due Monday, April 15 at 11:59 p.m.

The Polsky Science and Technology Fellows Program will participate in many aspects of the technology commercialization process, with a focus on screening new invention disclosures and evaluating the commercial landscape. Polsky Science and Technology Fellows will work with Polsky team members dedicating 10 hours per week for this year-long opportunity.

Apply for an Institute of Politics (IOP) Leadership Position
Due Monday, April 15 at 11:59 p.m.

The IOP aims to inspire in students an active interest in public service. Through student-led leadership development programs and workshops, young people develop the tools to become leaders, public servants and advocates.

REMEDY/Board Certified Casino Night
Thursday, April 25, 6:00–9:00 p.m., Biological Sciences Learning Center, S Ingleside Ave

REMEDY & Board Certified are hosting a Casino/Board Game! It will feature Poker, Roulette, Go-Fish, and more! Food & non-alcoholic drinks are included in the price of the event! Money raised will go towards a medical service trip to Panama and Pritzker’s chapter of Chicago Street Medicine.