Training/Workshop

  • Information Session for Fulbright 2027-28 US Student Competition

    Come learn about the 2027-28 Fulbright U.S. Student Program Competition with this information session and Q&A led by Robert Harper-Mangels, Associate Dean for Admissions and Financial Support at the GSAS. Geared for graduate and professional school students, this presentation will review the application process and discuss the priorities of the Fulbright program to help you shape your descripti…
  • Syllabus (Re)Design

    The syllabus is a foundational document that is typically the first form of interaction that instructors have with their students. Research indicates that it plays a significant role in engaging students and motivating learning. Please join the Poorvu Center for an in-person, interactive workshop in which participants will have an opportunity to consider the overall course design process throug…

  • Crafting a Competitive NIH NRSA F30/F31/F32 Application

    Are you planning to apply for an F30, F31, or F32 this year? Whether you already have the documents of your application drafted or are just starting to plan your writing, join us and other applicants to strategize and learn how to make your application stand out. In this interactive workshop, we will read and discuss an example NRSA application with its reviewer comments, and complete exercises…

  • NIH NRSA F30/F31/F32 Information Session

    Applying for an NIH National Research Service Award (NRSA) F30/F31/F32 Fellowship will give you a chance to win competitive research funding and develop your grant writing skills. In this session, experienced GWL Writing Fellows and NRSA recipients will go over the NRSA application process, eligibility, key components, and how applications are evaluated. You’ll leave this session with actionabl…

  • Tips, Tricks, & Tools For Productive Writing

    Do you find yourself frustrated by procrastination? Feel like there’s no time in your week to focus on writing? Struggle to maintain momentum on a long-term project? This workshop uses evidence-based techniques and digital tools to help you start writing and stay writing. Learn how to take control of your writing practice with hands-on activities, goal-setting strategies, accountability techniq…

  • Canvas Ignite AI Info Session and Workshop

    We are excited to invite you to test-drive Ignite AI, Instructure’s new suite of native AI tools integrated directly into Canvas. While standard Ignite AI features focus on specific tasks (like “click a button to summarize this thread”), the Ignite AI Agent is a more sophisticated, “premium” evolution of the platform. Think of it as a conversational co-pilot rather than just a set of static …
  • May Write into Summer Weeklong Retreat: Friday, May 8

    Join your fellow graduate students to set goals, eliminate distractions, and get some focused writing done. We will provide quiet writing space and sustenance (breakfast, lunch, and plenty of snacks). You will help us create community, accountability, and support as we build our writing momentum together. Please note: We will be checking registered participants in, so make sure that you have…

  • May Write into Summer Weeklong Retreat: Thursday, May 7

    Join your fellow graduate students to set goals, eliminate distractions, and get some focused writing done. We will provide quiet writing space and sustenance (breakfast, lunch, and plenty of snacks). You will help us create community, accountability, and support as we build our writing momentum together. Please note: We will be checking registered participants in, so make sure that you have…

  • May Write into Summer Weeklong Retreat: Wednesday, May 6

    Join your fellow graduate students to set goals, eliminate distractions, and get some focused writing done. We will provide quiet writing space and sustenance (breakfast, lunch, and plenty of snacks). You will help us create community, accountability, and support as we build our writing momentum together. Please note: We will be checking registered participants in, so make sure that you have…

  • May Write into Summer Weeklong Retreat: Tuesday, May 5

    Join your fellow graduate students to set goals, eliminate distractions, and get some focused writing done. We will provide quiet writing space and sustenance (breakfast, lunch, and plenty of snacks). You will help us create community, accountability, and support as we build our writing momentum together. Please note: We will be checking registered participants in, so make sure that you have…