Office of Postdoctoral Affairs

2026 National Postdoc Appreciation Week

National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW) 2026 is an annual event sponsored by the National Postdoctoral Association. The week honors the research, innovation, and vital contributions of postdoctoral fellows. This year’s theme is celebrating 150 years of the U.S. postdoc position. 



Postdoc Orientation

Available Seats 79 Registration Closes: September 24, 2026 - 12:00am
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Michigan League (Michigan Room, 2nd floor)
Anne-Sophie Bohrer, PhD and Joel Devonshire, PhD

Join the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs for incoming postdoctoral fellow orientation and breakfast during National Postdoc Appreciation Week. 

Fully in person, breakfast included

Office of Postdoctoral Affairs program managers Anne-Sophie Bohrer, PhD and Joel Devonshire, PhD will lead a presentation about what you need to know to succeed in your role at Michigan: from ways to connect with other postdocs, important information about campus life and how to learn more about professional development opportunities. 

After orientation, you're welcome to head across the hall to a postdoc info fair to check out the tables and resources available to postdoctoral fellows on campus.

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