Research Communication at UChicagoGRAD

Research communications programming is in full swing at UChicagoGRAD. In addition to flagship events like tonight’s Research Speaks, you can hone presentation skills through the GRAD Communication Lab’s one-on-one advising and Research Communication Credential. A new Communication Mini-Course begins next week, featuring workshops about On-Camera Communication, the Recorded Voice, and Campus Communicator Roles. 

Techniques for Effective On-Camera Communication
Monday, February 9, 3:30–5:00 p.m., Zoom

Lights, camera, action! Come to this virtual, hands-on workshop to refine your technical set up and gain new insights into on-camera delivery. You’ll come away with an actionable set of skills that will help you approach both live and recorded video formats with confidence and poise. Please note: the workshop will involve participatory practice and discussion with peers and fulfills a requirement for UChicagoGRAD’s Research Communication Credential.

Better Together GRAD Craft Social
Monday, February 9, 4:00–7:00 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Calling all graduate students and student parents - Join us for a fun craft and social evening with UChicagoGRAD and Student Wellness on our winter quarter Better Together GRAD Craft social. There will be food and crafts—feel free to bring your young ones if you're a student parent!

Career30: Job Search Best Practices
Wednesday, February 11, 4:00–4:30 p.m., Zoom

Improve your professional skills in 30 minutes or less! This session will introduce you to the foundations 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.

What AI Can and Cannot Do: Workshop
Tuesday, February 17, 2:00–3:30 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Join UChicago’s new AI Librarian, Lois Wong, for an interactive workshop demystifying what AI is and what it can and cannot do, with special emphasis on research applications. Learn the basics of AI, current criticisms, and bring your laptops to gain hands-on experience with prompt engineering and handling common challenges like hallucination. Participants will also receive an overview of UChicago’s secure AI resources, including Phoenix AI, and learn best practices for responsible use.

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

Environmental Frontiers Grad Student Mentor - The University of Chicago Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth

Admin Assistant for the Evening Master’s Program- FWS - University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy

Performance Hall Audio Engineer - University of Chicago Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts

Ancient Travel Routes- Document Processing RA - The University of Chicago, Forum for Digital Culture

Teaching Assistant, Urban Innovation: Cultural Place Making - The University of Chicago Department of Sociology

Spring 2026 TA(s) in Immunology Course(s) - The University of Chicago

GC Event Fund Round 2 – Applications Extended!
Applications due next Sunday, February 15, 5:00 p.m.

Have an idea for an event that brings grad students together? Round 2 of the Grad Council Event Fund is still accepting applications! Whether you’re planning a social, educational, or cultural event, this is your chance to secure funding to make it happen. Apply before the deadline and bring your idea to life!

This Friday: Transportation Pub Night (Campus Transit Unfiltered)
Friday, February 6, 6:00–8:00 p.m., The Pub at Ida Noyes Hall

Let’s talk transit—over food and drinks. GC is hosting a chill evening to hear your thoughts on campus transportation. From shuttles to safety to routes, nothing is off-limits. Join us at The Pub for free snacks, beverages, and a low-pressure conversation with fellow grad students to help shape what GC escalates and advocates for next.  Drop in anytime! Note: The Pub is 21+ and all attendees must bring valid legal ID for entry.

Grad Council’s Valentine’s Day Mixer
Friday, February 13, 7:00–9:00 p.m., The Cloister Club at Ida Noyes Hall 

Whether you’re single, taken, or “it’s complicated,” Grad Council’s Valentine’s Day Mixer is for everyone. Come celebrate connection, community, and good vibes—no matter your relationship status. Enjoy great food and drinks, lighthearted games, cookie decorating, Valentine’s card making, and our crowd-favorite “Pitch & Present,” where friends give playful mini-presentations pitching each other as potential matches. Come solo, with friends, or with your partner—it’s all about connection.

Maroon Masquerade’s DIY Mask Workshop
Thursday, February 19, 6:00–7:30 p.m., UChicagoGRAD HQ

Step into the magic of masquerade season and design your own custom mask before the Masquerade Ball! Join the Graduate Council for a relaxed, creative evening where you’ll paint, decorate, and bedazzle a masquerade mask using a wide selection of craft materials. Whether you’re going bold and dramatic or elegant and understated, this workshop is a fun, low-pressure way to get creative, unwind, and connect with fellow graduate students - no prior crafting experience needed. All supplies will be provided.

Maroon Masquerade
Saturday, February 21, 7:00–11:00 p.m., Joy District Chicago

The masks, the music, the magic—Maroon Masquerade is almost here. Join UChicago grad students for an unforgettable night of dancing, drinks, and elevated vibes in a fully private downtown venue. With open bar, gourmet catering, and a live DJ, this is your winter escape in full glam.

Round 2 tickets drop Friday, February 6 at 7:00 p.m.—get yours before they’re gone!

Pritzker Remedy Presents: Inter-Grad Speed Dating & Friending
Friday, February 13, 6:00–8:30 p.m., Biological Sciences Learning Center (3rd/4th Floors)

Ready to meet someone new—romantic or platonic? Pritzker Remedy’s Speed Dating + Friending Night is all about sparking connections while supporting a great cause. Whether you’re searching for love or just new pals, it’s the perfect excuse to mingle with fellow UChicago grads over empanadas, snacks, and drinks. Bring a friend, bring your charm, and bring your appetite—this is your night to connect. All proceeds support women’s healthcare services in Panama!

Tamales & Lotería
Friday, February 20, 12:30–2:00 p.m., Center for Identity + Inclusion

In celebration of Día de la Candelaria, we invite you to Tamales & Lotería! Take a midday break to spice things up with a classic game of Lotería and warm, delicious tamales! Whether you’re here to win or just unwind, this cozy lunchtime gathering is the perfect blend of community connection, friendly fun, and culinary comfort. 

The US Has Left the Group Chat: New World Alliances
Monday, February 9, 5:30–6:45 p.m., International House, 1414 E 59th St

The end of American unipolarity—and an incipient return to its expansionist roots—has led to new alliances and economic partnerships across the globe. Is this a new era of reduced great-power tensions, or the dawn of a new one? Moderated by Asma Khalid, host of the BBC podcast The Global Story.

“I Only Watch for the Entertainment”: The Super Bowl as a Mass Media Tool
Monday, February 9, 6:00–7:00 p.m., The Chicago Forum, 5737 S University Ave

With over 120 million viewers, the Super Bowl is a powerful stage for cultural and political expression. Over dinner with Professor Isaac Mehlhaff, participants will discuss how its halftime show and ads shape public opinion, examining ways speech is both exercised and restricted in this unique televised event.

Cupid's Toolkit
Tuesday, February 10, 1:00–3:00 p.m., Reynold's Club, 5706 S University Ave

Join Student Wellness staff to learn more about sexual and reproductive health. Stop by and grab a free safer sex supplies, emergency contraception, and candy!

Open Mic Night at Hallowed Grounds!
Tuesday, February 10, 7:00–9:00 p.m., Hallowed Grounds, 1127 E 57th St #2

Spiritual life invites UChicago students, staff, faculty, alumni to share and hear reflections on turning in/out of faith. If you want to perform, we'd appreciate if you are able to sign-up in advance, but if you're inspired, you can sign-up the night of! You are also welcome to attend a drop-in workshop session in Ida Noyes 034 Wednesday, February 4, 4:30–6:30 p.m.

Reg Reads Book Club
Thursday, February 12, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Regenstein Library Maroon Oasis, 1100 E 57th St

Join us to discuss our winter Reg Reads Book Club pick, The Dream Hotel by Laila Lalami! Cookies and tea will be provided.

Bots Versus Brains: Designing Effective Assessments in the Age of Generative A.I.
Monday, February 9, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Wieboldt Hall, Room 310 D/E, 1050 E 59th St

The People’s Revolution in Myanmar: Five Years After the Coup
Monday, February 9, 12:15–1:20 p.m., Law School Room I, 1111 E 60th Street

Aim for Accessible Hands-on Workshop
Monday, February 9, 1:30–2:30 p.m., Zoom

ELI Conversation Hour
Tuesday, February 10, 3:30 p.m., Cobb Hall 201AB, 5811 S Ellis Ave

The Miraculous and the Supernatural
Tuesday, February 10, 6:00–7:30 p.m., 1220 E 58th St

F-1 Students: OPT Webinar
Tuesday, February 10, 12:00 noon, Zoom

The John Hope Franklin Lecture
Tuesday, February 10, 4:30–6:00 p.m., SSRB 224, 1126 E 59th St

"Cute Studies: Researching the affective and aesthetic dimensions of a global phenomenon"
Wednesday, February 11, 5:00–6:30 p.m., Rosenwald 405, 1115 E 58th St

From Apartheid to Democracy: A Blueprint for Peace in Israel-Palestine
Wednesday, February 11, 5:30–7:00 p.m., Classics 110, 1010 E 59th St

UAE Alumni Fireside Chat
Thursday, February 12, 8:00–9:00 a.m., Zoom

CEAS-Sponsored Grants and Fellowship Opportunities
Current Funding Cycle Deadline: Friday, April 3

CEAS offers graduate funding in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean studies. Learn more about funding opportunities for the current funding cycle (deadline: Friday, April 3) on the CEAS website.