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Have you considered applying for a fellowship?
Fellowships fund research, study, language immersion, dissertation completion, and more. They allow you the freedom to pursue your goals and follow your passion. They connect you to networks of scholars and build your CV for life. Read more about planning ahead for fellowships this winter quarter here.
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English Career Conversation Hour: Maximize Your Job Search During the Holidays
Friday, December 11, 12:30-1:30pm CT, Zoom
The English Language Institute has partnered with UChicagoGRAD to offer a career-focused English Conversation Hour. In this session, international students are welcome to: discuss job search experiences with peers, learn more about job search strategies during the holidays, and network and meet new friends. RSVP here.
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Career Conversation Panel: American Historical Association with Emily Swafford and Sarah Weicksel
Friday, December 11, 1-2:15pm CT, Zoom
Join UChicagoGRAD for a virtual conversation with Emily Swafford and Sarah Weicksel, both PhD alumna of the Department of History and current staff members of the American Historical Association (AHA). They will discuss their current roles, their career journeys, and their advice for graduate students who are interested in working for professional associations like the AHA. RSVP here.
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Estimated Tax Workshop
Tuesday, December 15th, 9am (CST), Zoom
The fourth and final 2020 estimated tax payment deadline is January 15, 2021. Do you need to make an estimated tax payment on this date? How much do you need to pay? What are estimated taxes anyway? Representatives from UChicagoGRAD and Payroll will be available in this 45 minute session to provide basic information about Estimated Taxes for Graduate Students and to answer tax-related questions Register here.
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Dissertation Write-Ins are going Virtual!
January 5-6, and January 7-8, 9:00-12:00 noon CT.
Re-commit to your writing in 2021! This Write-In will provide a 2-day intensive virtual writing space for graduate students. No writing instruction will be provided - just dedicated time and space to work in the presence of other dissertation writers. In this session, participants commit to writing 3 hours a day for two days. Ideal for graduate students seeking to get back into their projects after the winter break by laying the groundwork for a regular writing practice. RSVP here.
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Featured Job Opportunities
Quantitative Financial Analyst | Bank of America | Apply via Grad Gargoyle
- Chemist | U.S. Food and Drug Administration | Apply via Grad Gargoyle
- Publicity Student Assistant | The University of Chicago Press | Apply via Grad Gargoyle
- Arabic Language Research Analyst | Chicago Project on Security and Threats | Apply via Grad Gargoyle
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Additional Upcoming Events and Opportunities
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UChicago Graduate Council is looking to highlight commemorative days (festivals, celebrations, holidays, religious observations) that are meaningful to YOU and your community! Have a video of you lighting diyas to celebrate Diwali? A picture of a particularly impressive Thanksgiving side dish? A screenshot of a Zoom call to commemorate a religious observation? Fill out this form to share with your fellow UChicago community and we will share it on our social media accounts. We welcome submissions from any and all UC graduate students and student organizations.
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Winter registration for English Language Institute courses (to be held remotely)
Registration ends Jan 8 (Fri), 5:00p CT
This Winter, the English Language Institute will be offering (remotely):
- Spoken Communication: (i) Fluency Building; (ii) General American Pronunciation; (iii) Professional English; (iv) Conversation in Context; (v) Academic Presentations
- Written Communication: (i) Crafting Varied and Impactful Sentences; (i) Standards and Conventions in North America
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OPT Workshop
Thursday, December 17th, 8:00am-9:00am CST
For international students who are approaching their graduation date: please join OIA for our final OPT Workshop of the autumn quarter. We will provide a detailed overview of the OPT application process and timeline. Register here.
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Apply to be an EMP Cohort Participant
Deadline: Now extended to January 4
The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs hosts the Emerging Minds Project (EMP), a program that complements academic coursework through intentional dialogue and reflection on issues encountered daily in society. Participants develop skills for becoming culturally competent leaders through facilitated discussions on topics related to social justice and diversity.
During the winter and spring quarters, students have the opportunity to join a cohort to deepen their understanding of social justice, diversity, and identity on campus. Cohorts will meet once weekly five times during Winter Quarter (Weeks 3-7) and five times during the Spring quarter (Weeks 2-6), on Wednesday from 6 PM-8 PM OR Sunday nights from 4 PM-6 PM.
EMP is open to all students at the University of Chicago, including College students and Graduate/Professional Students.
Apply Here: bit.ly/EMP2020-21
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Winter sign-up for English Language Institute extracurricular offerings (to be held remotely)
Preliminary sign-up ends Jan 6 (Wed), 5:00p CT -- Sign up now if you want your availability to be considered for setting the days/times
This Winter, the English Language Institute will be offering (remotely):
- English Conversation Hour (Tuesdays from 10-11a Chicago Time.): Build English proficiency and communication skills; learn about North American cultures; discuss different topics each week; network and meet new people. RSVP here: LINK
- English Board Game Group: Play intriguing board games and build confidence in using your spontaneous speaking and critical thinking skills. Now featuring more convenient playing times for those students still abroad. RSVP by emailing: sdunkle@uchicago.edu
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Better Together Registration
Open Today – January 22
If you’re a Graduate or Professional student looking to make new and meaningful connections with your peers across campus, join UChicago Student Wellness for Better Together! A small group of students will meet virtually (via Zoom) one night a week for four weeks during Winter quarter to engage in thoughtful discussion and learn fun and meaningful ways to get to know yourself and your peers. Register today before all available spots are full!
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