Virtual Graduate Funding Success Series 2020
Applications for graduate funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) are due at the beginning of Fall 2020. Graduate students considering applying for these prestigious funding awards should attend the Virtual Graduate Funding Success Series for information and training on how to prepare an excellent application for these scholarships & fellowships. Postdoctoral fellows are welcome to attend as well (only the NSF Info Session is specific to graduate students).
NOTE: Although NSF & NIH Fellowships are available only to United States citizens, international students are welcome to attend this virtual series and will find that many of the principles discussed are applicable to fellowships that they can apply for, such as from private foundations.
Virtual Graduate Funding Success Series
June 29 through July 29 | 2 - 3 PM | via Zoom
Registration required for Zoom access
Sessions
"Overview of Resources" with Jolyn Schleiffarth
Monday, June 29 at 2:00 pm via Zoom
Jolyn Schleiffarth of the Graduate School will discuss funding resources at the U of U.
"NIH Information Session" with Dr. Sheri Holmen
Tuesday, June 30 at 2:00 pm via Zoom
What does it take to apply for National Institute of Health fellowships? In this session, Dr. Sheri Holmen of Surgery overviews the process and requirements for this award.
"NSF Info Session" with Dr. Tony Butterfield
Wednesday, July 1 at 2:00 pm via Zoom
In this session, Dr. Tony Butterfield of Chemical Engineering summarizes the Graduate Research Fellowships offered by the National Science Foundation.
"The Reviewer's Perspective" Panel
Tuesday, July 7 at 2:00 pm via Zoom
In this panel session, panel members from across the University who have been involved with the review process will share what reviewers look for when they are examining applications.
"NSF Broader Impact Statement" with Dr. Anthea Letsou
Thursday, July 9 at 2:00 pm via Zoom
Broader Impacts can make or break a NSF Fellowship application. In this session, Dr. Anthea Letsou of Human Genetics describes what the Broader Impacts section is and how best to create it.
"Writing the Specific Aims" with Dr. Gary Schoenwolf
Tuesday, July 14 at 2:00 pm via Zoom
Specific Aims is an important part of an NIH application. Dr. Gary Schoenwolf of Neurobiology & Anatomy will discuss how to craft excellent Specific Aims.
"Forming an Effective Peer Writing Group" with Abby Christensen
Wednesday, July 15 at 2:00 pm via Zoom
Working with a peer writing group, whether colleagues in your department or even peers from different disciplines, can help give you structure and accountability, plus just make writing more fun! Join Abby Christensen, the U’s Writing Center for tips on how to set up a successful peer writing group.
"Incorporating an Individualized Development Plan" with Dr. Cheryl Mathis & Dr. Sharanya Kalasekar
Thursday, July 23 at 2:00 pm via Zoom
When applying for fellowships, describing a training plan can be important and an IDPs can be an integral tool for career development in that context. But, an IDP is useful to learn about whether or not you’re writing a fellowship application!
"Honing an Abstract" with Dr. Ellen Wilson & Dr. Holly Zullo
Wednesday, July 29 at 2:00 pm via Zoom
In this session Dr.’s Wilson and Zullo of the Huntsman Cancer Institute will provide valuable tools to help you refine your abstract.
Virtual Graduate Funding Success Series
June 29 through July 29
2 - 3 PM | via Zoom
- June 29 | 2:00 pm | "Overview of Resources"
- June 30 | 2:00 pm | "NIH Info Session"
- July 1 | 2:00 pm | "NSF Info Session"
- July 7 | 2:00 pm | "Reviewer Panel"
- July 9 | 2:00 pm | "NSF Broader Impact Statement"
- July 14 | 2:00 pm | "Specific Aims Page"
- July 15 | 2:00 pm | "Forming an Effective Peer Writing Group
- July 23 | 2:00 pm | "Incorporating an Individualized Development Plan into your Training"
- July 29 | 2:00 pm | "Honing an Abstract"
Please Note: You must register to attend Zoom sessions.