Sessions For: Medical School

The goal of the Pathology Research Seminar Series is to educate attendees about new developments in the research of mechanisms of diseases. After completing this activity participants will be able to engage and pursue new experimental methods and arenas of investigation and incorporate knowledge into pathological diagnostic algorithms.

Presented by the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, we invite you to the Medical School's MLK Leadership Seminar Series to honor the life, legacy, and leadership of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The theme for this year's series is "Leadership for Democracy and Justice," a vital pillar of this year’s campus symposium theme: "Unbowed and Unbroken: The Enduring Struggle for Justice." (https://oami.umich.edu/mlk-symposium/)
Running for six sessions from the MLK holiday through the end of Black History Month, this series bridges the gap between leadership scholarship and the urgent understandings required to navigate our modern political landscape.
Participants will gain the essential tools and theoretical foundations needed to challenge the status quo and lead with purpose in today's society.
Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your influence into a powerful force for democratic progress and social equity—register today to help solve the equation for a more just world.

This workshop series helps graduate students and
postdoctoral fellows build the professional skills needed to succeed in
today’s competitive job market. With a focus on biomedical and life
sciences, and biomedical engineering, you will gain the strategies and
confidence to pursue careers in academia, industry, or beyond. Through
interactive sessions that blend presentations with hands-on activities,
you will practice proven approaches to job applications, networking,
interviewing, and career planning, so you can stand out to employers and
take the next step with confidence.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this series, you will be able to:
Craft strong application materials that showcase your research expertise and transferable skills using the W.H.O. method.Build connections and network effectively with a strong elevator pitch and an optimized LinkedIn profile (Headline-About-Experience format).Succeed in interviews by applying the S.T.A.R. method and approach salary negotiations confidently.Design a strategic job search with S.M.A.R.T. goals and plan long-term career growth through an Individual Development Plan.

Join us for the Unlocking the Hidden Curriculum Series, aimed to help you gain the knowledge and skills needed for academic and professional success during your PhD studies.

We invite you to join us for the sessions that best suit your needs. Each session will be held virtually via Zoom.

MSTP seminars are a required part of our curriculum for
all students who are not on clinical rotations or clinical electives.

Join us in the OGPS lounge for crafts, new year wishes and a light lunch in recognition of Lunar New Year.

This event will be drop-in only. You may linger but there will be no formal program. A light lunch will be served with limited supply!

Join OGPS for a Black History Month Celebration. We invite you all to join us as we reflect on the culture, important achievements, significant contributions, and relevance of black history.
We will enjoy a delicious meal from a Black owned restaurant.
We ask you all to dress in cultural attire of rep your HBCU/Divine 9 organization.

This event is open to all!

This is a monthly in-person event designed to provide
insights, advice, and knowledge to you as an emerging academic. Each
event features a faculty member discussing topics pertinent to starting
an academic career focusing on research. You will get to hear from
faculty about their career trajectories and how they navigated their
transition from trainee to faculty member. You will also have an
opportunity to network with the faculty member as well as other
trainees.
Aims and Objectives:
To provide a platform where trainees can learn from faculty experiences and knowledge.To address and discuss pertinent issues and topics relevant to the biomedical/medical field and life sciences.To foster networking and community-building opportunities among trainees and faculty.To
promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement, equipping
trainees with the necessary skills and information for the faculty
profession needed to transition into academia.

This series will guide participants through essential steps of career exploration: self-assessment, researching career options, and networking. You will gain valuable insights into your strengths, values, priorities, and aspirations, and learn actionable strategies for career discovery. By blending guidance, hands-on assessments, practical frameworks, and networking skill-building, this series supports you in making informed decisions and finding career paths that fit your interests. Through this series, you’ll develop the clarity, confidence, and connectivity needed to navigate your career exploration process and pursue fulfilling opportunities

Learning Objectives
By the end of this series, you will be able to:
Identify and articulate your unique strengths and talents through the CliftonStrengths assessment, and apply them to your professional journey.
Define your “Career Compass” by clarifying your values, skills, life needs, and mission, using these as guideposts for career exploration and evaluation.
Discover and utilize effective resources for researching career fields, analyze job descriptions for fit, and develop strategies to organize and assess your current skills.
Build and maintain professional relationships using best networking practices, conduct impactful informational interviews, and create a compelling professional brand.

This energizing 1-hour in-person session provides safe, supportive, and intentional space for staff across DOIM to connect, converse, and build relationships of support and collaboration for the future. Start your day by brewing new connections - Join us for coffee and pastries from 9:30am-10:00am (optional) before the event begins. A structured networking session will follow 10:00am-11:00am.

Through structured conversations and rotating breakout groups, participants will:

• Build foundations for lasting relationships and networks across divisions fostering a supportive environment for unique ongoing, mutually beneficial connections that promote continuous learning, career development, and cross-divisional collaboration across DOIM.

• Engage in a supportive environment focused on community, well-being, and mutual respect.

• Share career development insights and resources.

Hosted by the Department of Internal Medicine IMPOWER Council Staff Development Work Group

March is Women's History Month. Please join us for roundtable discussions around womanhood and particularly, being a woman in stem. It will be a casual afternoon of conversation and community. We will have a brunch meal catered. This event is sure to be a great time. Please be sure to RSVP and gather with us--as space is limited.