Apply for the CSE Inclusion Project implementation teams

The College of Science and Engineering Inclusion Project is identifying opportunities for the growth of inclusivity throughout the college. Postdocs and graduate students are invited to nominate someone (or self-nominate) to join one of three implementation teams working on action plans to demystify processes used to make decisions that affect them.

Student Spotlight: Renata Saha

Renata Saha’s journey toward a Ph.D. degree in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) began with her passion to bring affordable health monitoring services to the masses. Read about her research, personal and professional activities, and tips for new students.

Attend the CSE Three-Minute Thesis competition on Monday, Oct. 23

Watch your colleagues show off their research ideas and learn about other research happening at the University at the CSE Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) competition on Monday, Oct. 23. The competition features presentations from across the college. Collegiate-level winners advance to the University-wide competition in November. Guests may attend in person or watch via Zoom. Registration is required.

Reminder: The Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Program application deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 12

Postdoctoral scholars who received their Ph.D. between Dec. 8, 2015 and Dec. 8, 2022, may be eligible to apply for a Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship for the 2024-25 academic year. Fellowships provide one year of support for individuals engaged in full-time, postdoctoral research at an appropriate nonprofit institution of higher education or research in the U.S. Those from traditionally underrepresented groups and/or have a strong history of working with or advocating for persons from such groups are especially encouraged to apply. The application deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 12.

Save the date: 2024 master's and doctoral degree student commencement is Friday, April 26

The Arts, Sciences, and Engineering (ASE) Graduate Student Commencement Ceremony is open to master's and Ph.D. students in the College of Science and Engineering and the College of Liberal Arts. The 2024 ceremony is Friday, April 26, 2 p.m. Registration opens in February.

Discover resources available through the Disability Resource Center

The Disability Resource Center (DRC) values disability as part of human diversity. The DRC works with students across undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to gain equitable access to campus life through accommodations, resources, and strategies. The DRC works with a wide range of students who hold various disability identities, including less apparent disabilities such as chronic illness and mental health.

CSE Career Fair is Tuesday, Sept. 19 and Wednesday, Sept. 20

More than 240 companies will attend the Fall 2023 CSE Career Fair on Tuesday, Sept. 19 and Wednesday, Sept. 20, and many are hiring master's and Ph.D. graduates. Mark your calendar and use these resources to prepare.

Celebrate National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week Sept. 18-22

Join the Office of Postdoctoral Initiatives (OPI) and the Postdoctoral Association (PDA) at a virtual event to thank and celebrate the U of M postdoctoral community during National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW). Register for the UMN Postdoctoral Appreciation Virtual Event by Saturday, Sept. 16.

New CSE graduate students and postdocs: Welcome event on Tuesday, Sept. 26

Save the date for a welcome event for new CSE graduate students and postdocs on Tuesday, Sept. 26. Food, games, and prizes are provided!

Enter the Three-Minute Thesis competition for a chance at University-level awards up to $500

Enter your graduate program's Three-Minute Thesis competition for a chance to advance to the College of Science and Engineering (CSE) and University-level competitions for a chance at cash prizes up to $500. The Three-Minute Thesis is a research communication competition that challenges students to communicate the significance of their projects without the use of props or industry jargon, in just three minutes.

Explore teaching opportunities with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Looking for teaching opportunities? Consider the University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), offering a variety of instructor-driven topics to active adults age 50+ from the community. There are numerous opportunities for graduate students and postdocs to get involved. From a single session lecture to a seven-week series, OLLI offers a range of possibilities.

Postdocs: Check out the postdoctoral scholar toolkit for support and resources

The Office of Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Initiatives offers a postdoctoral scholar toolkit providing support and resources for postdoctoral scholars preparing for future careers.

Student Spotlight: Madeline Honig

Chemistry graduate student Madeline Honig is developing a new theory to describe and optimize the behavior of electrochemical sensors to monitor ion concentrations with wearable and implantable sensors. The theory has implications for the medical field, as well as for industrial process control.

Inclusivity Moment: Counteract Conformity

Whether you’re new to a leadership position or looking for a refresher on best practices, check out "The Boldly Inclusive Leader" by Minette Norman, a book that covers an array of topics such as empathetic listening, building trust, psychological safety, culture building, and more, exploring how each intersects with being inclusive.

Apply for the DSI-MnDRIVE Ph.D. Graduate Assistantship Program by Friday, Oct. 6

The Data Science Initiative-MnDRIVE Graduate Assistantship program supports University of Minnesota Ph.D. candidates pursuing research at the intersection of Data Science and any of the five MnDRIVE areas of Robotics, Sensors and Advanced Manufacturing; Global Food Ventures; Advancing Industry, Conserving Our Environment; Discoveries and Treatments for Brain Conditions; and Cancer Clinical Trials. The application deadline is Friday, Oct. 6.

Apply for the Christine Mirzayan Science and Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program by Monday, Oct. 16

Applications are being accepted for the 2024 Christine Mirzayan Science and Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program, a full-time hands-on training and educational program for early-career individuals to obtain the essential skills and knowledge needed to work in science policy at the federal, state, or local levels. The 12-week program is at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine in Washington, D.C.

Apply for the American Academy of Arts and Sciences’ Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Program by Wednesday, Nov. 1

Opportunities are available for the 2023 American Academy of Arts and Sciences’ (AAAS) Science and Technology Policy Fellowship Program. The AAAS program provides opportunities for outstanding scientists and engineers to learn firsthand about policymaking and contribute their knowledge and analytical skills in science policy or science in public policy. Fellows serve yearlong assignments in the federal government and represent a broad range of backgrounds, disciplines, and career stages. The application deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 1.

Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Program application deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 12

Postdoctoral scholars who received their Ph.D. between Dec. 8, 2015 and Dec. 8, 2022, may be eligible to apply for a Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship for the 2024-25 academic year. Fellowships provide one year of support for individuals engaged in full-time, postdoctoral research at an appropriate nonprofit institution of higher education or research in the U.S. The application deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 12.

Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowship application deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 12

Ford Foundation Dissertation Fellowships provide one year of support for individuals working to complete a research-based, dissertation-required Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or Doctor of Science (Sc.D.) degree that will prepare them for the pursuit of a career in academic teaching or research. The fellowship is intended to support the final year of writing and defense of the dissertation. The application deadline is Tuesday, Dec. 12.

Appy to the NSF Graduate Research Fellows Program

The National Science Foundations's (NSF) Graduate Research Fellows Program (GRFP) recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students who have demonstrated the potential to be high achieving scientists and engineers early in their careers. The program works to broaden participation in science and engineering of underrepresented groups, including women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans. The five-year fellowship provides three years of financial support with an annual stipend of $37,000. Application deadlines for the 2024 program are based on the major field of study.