Research Forum
13 meeting dates will be held every Monday from 1:00-2:00 PM in 162 Food Safety and Toxicology. Each presenter should plan on a 30-45 minute talk with a question period afterwards (if desired).
Course Schedule
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Fall 2025 |
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August 19, 2025 |
Finding a Research Mentor with Dr. Lauris Ankley |
Learn how to identify potential mentors by aligning research interests. |
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August 25, 2025 |
Goal Setting as a Graduate Student with Dr. Laurisa Ankley |
Explore how SMART goals and IDPs can support academic and professional success. |
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September 1, 2025 |
Labor Day |
University Closed |
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September 8, 2025 |
Navigating Mentorship & Lab Relationships with Dr. John LaPres | Understand expectations and communicate effectively in mentorship relationships. |
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September 15, 2025 |
Responsible and Ethical Conduct of Research with Dr. Greg Swain |
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| September 22, 2025 | Mental Health and Wellness in Graduate School with Dr. Megumi Moore | Acknowledge the common mental health challenges in grad school and importance of self-care. |
| September 29, 2025 | Time Energy, and Project Management for Researchers with Heather Murdoch | Learn how to prioritize goals, manage competing demands and use project management tools effectively. |
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October 6, 2025 |
Reading with Purpose: Analyzing Scientific Literature with Dr. Amy Ralston |
Develop skills to critically evaluate evidence and recognize strengths, limitations, and next steps in a study. |
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October 13, 2025 |
Discussing your Science with Impact with Dr. Laurisa Ankley | Build a clear message aligned with your personal goals and identity as a researcher. |
| October 20, 2025 | Fall Break | No Class |
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November 3, 2025 |
Building your Scientific Community and Professional Network with Graduate Career Services | Learn how to build a network of mentors, peers, and collaborators both within and beyond your field. |
| November 10, 2025 | Elevator Pitch Practice and Feedback #1 Sign Up on D2L |
Practice delivering your elevator pitch with peer and faculty feedback |
| November 17, 2025 |
Elevator Pitch Practice and Feedback #2 |
Practice delivering your elevator pitch with peer and faculty feedback |
| November 24, 2025 | Elevator Pitch Practice & Feedback #3 Sign Up on D2L |
Practice delivering your elevator pitch with peer and faculty feedback |
| December 1, 2025 | Holiday Social | Food, games, conversation |
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December 8, 2025 |
Finals Week- No Class |
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