What’s one thing all graduate students have in common? UChicagoGRAD! We hope you will consider us a go-to resource for services to help you navigate your graduate experience. UChicagoGRAD’s resources include career exploration and planning, fellowship advising, writing support, graduate life programs, and resources for international students. We hope to see you soon in our space on the 3rd floor of the Bookstore (970 E 58th St), or at the Graduate Student Lounge, upstairs on the 4th floor.

Two Sigma Investments Coffee Chats
Monday, October 5, 12:00–4:00 p.m., FinMath Classroom MS112
Monday, October 5, 4:30–5:30 p.m., FinMath Classroom MS112
 
Join Two Sigma for a coffee chat at the University of Chicago. Their quant researchers will meet with you two-on-one or one-on-one to discuss the transition from academia to Two Sigma, and to answer any questions that you might have.

Exploring Fellowship Opportunities 
Monday, October 5, 1:00–2:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ 

Curious about funding for research projects and other academic goals, but not sure where to start? Fellowships can enrich your career in academia (and beyond). Aimed at master's, PhD, and postdoctoral researchers, this presentation will share how to find and apply for fellowships with UChicagoGRAD.

Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship Info Session 
Monday, October 5, 2:30–3:30 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ 
 
The Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship program is designed to support emerging scholars as they pursue bold and innovative research in the humanities and interpretive social sciences. PhD students who plan to finish coursework this year and/or PhD students who are not yet ABD are ideal candidates for this fellowship – join us to learn more! 

myCHOICE Seminar: Exploring PhD Career Pathways 
Monday, October 5, 5:30–6:30 p.m., Zoom 

PhD scientists are employed in every segment of the workforce. While most myCHOICE seminars in this series explore a single career path or a set of related career paths, the goal of this session is to summarize the entire landscape of PhD career options, using specific examples of some of the most common directions that UChicago trainees take. 

Careers in Local and Federal Government: Fellowships and Pathways 
Tuesday, October 6, 1:00–2:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ 
 
Join UChicagoGRAD to explore careers in government at the federal, state, and local level. Attendees will learn how to navigate U.S. job systems, receive tips on looking for and applying for jobs, and get an idea of the variety of benefits such jobs provide. We'll also explain how fellowships fit into this process, both during and after your program. 

PATHS Fall Trek: Information Session 
Tuesday, October 6, 3:00–4:00 p.m., Zoom
 
Are you a PhD student in the Social Sciences Division, Humanities Division, Divinity School or Crown School interested in exploring career opportunities in cultural institutions? UChicagoGRAD is hosting a Cultural Institutions Trek in Chicago that includes visits to a range of cultural institutions and opportunities to network with alumni and organizational leaders. Participants will be selected through a competitive application process. Learn more at our virtual information session. 

International Student Welcome: U.S. Financial Systems and Tax Information
Tuesday, October 6, 4:00–5:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ 

"How do I open a U.S. bank account?" "Do I need a Social Security Number?" "What is credit, and why should I care?" If you are a new international student and these questions resonate with you, please join UChicagoGRAD for a session on banking, credit, and taxes in the United States.

Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowships Info Session with the Program Officer 
Wednesday, October 7, 10:00–11:00 a.m., Zoom
 
For more than forty years, the Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship has supported outstanding doctoral students whose dissertations engage with significant questions of religion, ethics, morals, and values. Join the session to learn more!

Dissertation Completion Fellowships 
Wednesday, October 7, 10:30–11:30 a.m., Hybrid (UChicagoGRAD HQ and Zoom) 
 
In the final years of their program, PhD candidates often look outside UChicago funding to pursue national dissertation completion fellowships. This info session will cover the current landscape of dissertation completion fellowships as well as best strategies for applying. 

Career30: Job Search 
Wednesday, October 7, 4:00–4:30 p.m., Zoom
 
Improve your professional skills in 30 minutes or less! This session will introduce you to the fundamentals of the job search in industry and nonprofits. You will gain an understanding of hiring processes, timelines, and where to look for jobs. We will also address some common questions that international students may have about job search timing. 

Applying to PhD programs: Strategies for a Successful Application 
Thursday, October 8, 3:30–5:00 p.m., Zoom
 
Planning to apply to PhD programs this fall? This workshop will demystify the PhD application process and provide strategies to make yourself more competitive. This webinar is geared towards master's students in the Social Sciences Division, Humanities Division, and Divinity School, but any UChicago graduate student may attend. 

NSF GRFP Workshop 
Friday, October 9, 1:00–3:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ 
 
The NSF GRFP provides 3 years of stipend and tuition support to students in STEM, including most fields in the social sciences. In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to create your own application materials by reading previously successful statements. 

And save the date for our upcoming statement peer review workshops on October 16. Register here if you’re in life sciences, psychology, social sciences, computer science, geosciences, mathematical sciences, or physics and astronomy. And register here if you’re in materials research, engineering, or chemistry.

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

Practice Interviewer (Economic Consulting and Behavioral) - University of Chicago – Career Advancement 

Office Assistant - Morris Fishbein Center - History, Philosophy, and Social Studies of Science and Medicine - University of Chicago 

Graduate Student Research Assistant - UChicago Comprehensive Cancer Center 

Grader - FINM 33000 - University of Chicago Financial Mathematics Program 

Remote Graduate Student Data Assistants - University of Chicago Division of the Humanities 

Teaching Assistant - Cognitive Models - Department of Linguistics, University of Chicago 

Graduate Council’s Welcome Party is this Friday!!
Friday, October 2, 6:30–8:30 p.m., Ida Noyes Cloister Club

The tradition continues! Come kick off the year with your fellow graduate students for a night of FREE food, drinks, good vibes, and great company. Expect fresh pizza, Pub beverages (21+ w/ ID), music, and plenty of opportunities to meet new people! FREE entry with UCID! 

Morton Arboretum Fall Festival
Saturday, October 10, 12:00–6:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD

Join Graduate Council for a fall day at the stunning Morton Arboretum! Your ticket includes admission and round-trip transportation. Explore the Glass Pumpkin Patch, enjoy seasonal treats, experience a walking performance of Wuthering Heights, and take in the beautiful fall scenery. Free one-hour tours are also available. See Eventbrite for pricing!

Drunk Dracula
Friday, October 23, 9:00–11:00 p.m., The Lion Theatre, 182 N Wabash Ave

Get ready for a spooky night out with Grad Council! Watch one actor take five shots of whiskey while delivering a hilarious, chaotic retelling of Dracula. Grab your friends and get ready for a night of comedy! Click the Eventbrite link to secure your spot and purchase a ticket! 

From DACA to Deportation: Immigration in the U.S. Today 
Tuesday, October 6, 5:30–6:45 p.m., Ida Noyes Cloister Club, 1212 E 59th St 
 
Has President Trump achieved his immigration goals, and at what political cost? Featuring Gregory Pratt, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist at the Chicago Tribune, Nicole Hallett, UChicago clinical law professor and director of the Immigrants' Rights Clinic, and Ken Cuccinelli, former Acting Deputy Secretary at the Department of Homeland Security.

Gentle Yoga 
Tuesday, October 6, 5:30–6:30 p.m., Rockefeller Chapel, 5850 S Woodlawn Ave 
 
Join us for an hour of beginner friendly yoga. Focus on stretching gently and breathing deeply. We move fluidly between poses, pausing in each posture to reconnect to the body and the breath to create a moving meditation. No experience needed! Yoga mats provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.  

Issues in Energy and Climate Security: A Fireside Chat with Hina Khar
Tuesday, October 6, 6:00–7:15 p.m., International House, 1414 E 59th St 
 
Join the Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth and International House for a fireside chat on energy and climate security featuring Institute Distinguished Senior Fellow Hina Khar. In conversation with Institute Executive Director Sam Ori, Khar shares her perspective on the future of climate policy, energy security, and international diplomacy.  

Info Session: Innovation Fund Associates (IFA) Program 
Wednesday, October 7, 12:00–1:00 p.m., Zoom

Can We Simulate the Dead? A Symposium on Technology, Grief, and the Afterlife 
Wednesday, October 7, 5:30–7:15 p.m., Swift Hall, 1025 E 58th St

"Asia, 'Area,' and the End of Pax Americana" 
Thursday, October 8, 5:00–6:30 p.m., Cobb Hall 307, 5811 S Ellis Ave 

ELI Offering! Conversation in Context: Speak More Naturally, Navigate Conversations with Confidence 
Registration closes Friday, October 2, 5:00 p.m. 

Build the skills to participate confidently in conversations on campus and beyond. Explore turn-taking, politeness, disagreement, indirect language, and cross-cultural communication through hands-on practice and fieldwork with English-dominant speakers. 

Fundamentals of Teaching 
Starts week 2 of Autumn Quarter 
 
The Fundamentals of Teaching is a four-part workshop series for new TAs at the University of Chicago. Across weeks 2-5 of every quarter, participants consider how to apply key pedagogical concepts to the contexts of their own disciplines and classes. Workshops begin 10/5 (AHUM) or 10/6 (STEM). 

Federal Career Opportunities for Students and Recent Graduates with Disabilities  
Registration closes Sunday, October 4 

Are you interested in a government internship or a long-term job after you graduate? Are you curious about exploring federal careers? If so, the Workforce Recruitment Program provides a great opportunity for University of Chicago students and recent graduates with disabilities. 

John Edwardson '72 Social New Venture Challenge Applications Open  
Registration closes Tuesday, November 10, 11:59 p.m.

The Edwardson SNVC is a year-long program run by the Rustandy Center for Social Sector Innovation at Chicago Booth. SNVC teams can be for-profit or nonprofit organizations, but must present a business model with a social mission at the core and a plausible plan for financial sustainability.