Save the Date: UChicagoGRAD Academic Job Market Summer Camp 
July 14–18, 9:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. (Monday & Friday on Zoom; Tuesday–Thursday in-person) 

Are you curious about the academic job market, or are you planning to apply for academic jobs this fall? Build your knowledge and confidence by attending UChicagoGRAD’s Academic Job Market Summer Camp. You’ll receive advice from UChicagoGRAD, Office for International Affairs and Chicago Center for Teaching and Learning advisors as well as faculty from a range of institutions in the US and beyond. The camp features presentations on immigration options for international PhD students and postdocs interested in the US academic market, as well as a panel on pursuing faculty positions outside the US. Learn more about each day of the camp and RSVP below. 

This event is suitable for PhD students and postdocs from all disciplines. 

Navigating the Job Search in Uncertain Times
Friday, May 30, 1:00–2:00 p.m., Zoom

Join this workshop to learn strategies for conducting a successful job search amid shifting hiring trends and layoffs. Designed for graduate students and postdocs, this session will help you reflect on your priorities and introduce considerations for identifying opportunities that align with your goals and timeline. The session will include a Q&A portion, and is appropriate for all graduate students and postdocs, including those from international backgrounds.

Crafternoons
Friday, May 30, 3:30–4:30 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

All ages are welcome.  There will be a simple craft, along with a coloring corner, toys for pre-crafters, and coffee and snacks for all. And if you don't have children, but just love crafts and good company, you can come, too!

Parent Write In
Saturday, May 31, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Registration is now open for the final Parent Write-In of the academic year.  UChicagoGRAD staff will watch your little ones while you do academic work in an adjoining space.  This free service is for student and postdoc parents, and space is limited. See sign-up for details

myCHOICE mini-course: Introduction to Teaching and Learning in STEM Education
Tuesday, June 3, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Developing your teaching philosophy is an important step in strengthening your skills as an educator. This two-part workshop series uses reflective and interactive activities to introduce effective learning strategies, guide you in developing your approach to teaching, and support you in taking the first steps toward crafting your teaching philosophy. Participants will explore how people learn, identify effective teaching strategies, and engage with experienced educators in a roundtable discussion to gain insights into diverse teaching environments.

Domestic and international graduate students are eligible to apply for on-campus jobs.

Part-time Student IT User Support Tech - Social Sciences Computing Services, University of Chicago

Computational and Office Assistant - Textual Optics Lab

Student Convocation Assistant - University of Chicago

Research Assistant (Qualitative Data Analyst) - English Language Institute at the University of Chicago

Student Assistant - Office of Marketing and Communications - University of Chicago Divinity School

Theatre Team Member, STAGE Center (AY 2024-25, Summer) - STAGE Center

Vipassana One Day Retreat
Saturday, May 31, 9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Ida Noyes Hall 034, 1212 E 59th St

One-day retreat of Vipassana meditation in the Goenka tradition.

Sacred Grounds, Gospel Sounds
Sunday, June 1, 2:00–9:00 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 6400 S Kimbark

The event celebrates the gospel legacies of Chicago in connection with Oak Woods Cemetery, where many gospel notables like Thomas A. Dorsey, Albertina Walker, Otis Clay, and Pops and Oceola Staples have been laid to rest. The day’s events will include a choir performance as well as a performance by William Kurk, great grandnephew of Thomas A. Dorsey, the father of gospel music. This will be followed by a gospel walking tour to the nearby cemetery.

Writing Political Plays
Wednesday, June 4, 1:00–5:00 p.m., Virtual

Join us virtually for a conversation with Graham School Instructor Douglas Post (author of some 40 plays, musicals, screenplays, teleplays and radio adaptations) as he interviews three working American playwrights about the complexities involved in writing political plays in our current day and age.

PhD Childcare Stipend Applications open May 30

Are you a UChicago PhD student who is also a parent? You may be eligible for UChicagoGRAD’s childcare stipend! Eligible students can receive up to $4000/year for one child, and up to $5500/year for two or more children. Applications must be submitted annually in Summer quarter – if you received a childcare stipend in previous years, you still need to submit an application for Summer 2025. Summer quarter applications will open on Friday, May 30. The deadline to submit is Friday, June 20. For more information on eligibility, please visit UChicagoGRAD’s Childcare Stipend page. Still have questions? Email us at gradhelp@uchicago.edu!

Take the IOP's Survey and Help Shape Our Programming Next Year

Take our end-of-year survey and tell us who you want to see at the IOP, how we can better build community and what types of internships interest you. If you complete the survey, you will be entered into a lottery to win one of three $100 gift cards!

Student Wellness Center is Open

The Student Wellness Center will remain open and ready to assist you Monday–Friday from 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. throughout the Summer. Please refer to the Student Wellness Calendar for holiday hours. We hope to see you!