GRADUATE RESEARCH AWARDS for Disarmament, Arms Control and Non-Proliferation 2018-2019

Four awards of $5,000 are available to Canadian Master’s and/or Doctoral candidates to support the independent research and writing of an academic paper responding to a specific Non-Proliferation, Arms Control and Disarmament (NACD) topic. Awards also include domestic travel support to Ottawa where successful candidates will present their completed papers during a special event at Global Affairs Canada Headquarters on March 7, 2019.

Deadline for applications: January 21, 2019

Selection of four award recipients: February 15, 2019
Presentations at GAC in Ottawa: March 7, 2019

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY

Graduate Research Awards for Disarmament, Arms Control and Non-Proliferation are offered by The Simons Foundation and the International Security Research and Outreach Programme (ISROP) of Global Affairs Canada (GAC) with a primary objective to enhance Canadian graduate level scholarship on disarmament, arms control and non-proliferation issues.

APPLY NOW! Winter School in International Relations

Applications are now being accepted for the winter school GLOBE - International relations that will be held in February in the Swiss Alps, in Leysin.

The GLOBE Winter School in International Relations provides a unique environment for PhD students intending to situate themselves within the IR discipline. Our focus on recent epistemological advances in non-positivist scholarship delivers expertise through tailor-made roundtables, PhD presentations, walk & talk sessions and collective readings.

WHEN? February 11 - 15, 2019
FOR WHOM?  Early and advanced PhD students, Postdoctoral Scholars
HOW MUCH? PhD students: CHF 400. | Postdoctoral students: CHF 450.

Registration is open until December 15, 2018. 

More information on the program as well as the link to the registration platform can be found HERE.

We would be very thankful if you could share this message with faculties and students who might be interested. 

Should you have any question regarding the UNIL Summer Schools, do not hesitate to CONTACT US.

We look forward to welcoming you this winter!

SCHOLARS TO LEADERS Speaker Series — KNOWING YOUR ENVIRONMENT: STRATEGIC APPROACHES TO RESEARCH

 

Erin Huner, Consultant Research Development and PhD Candidate Indigenous Geographies, will be speaking next Wednesday, April 27 at 12:30 p.m. in the IGAB Atrium about Knowing Your Environment: Strategic Approaches to Research.

The Scholars to Leaders Series is a unique initiative of the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (SGPS) that is open to all students and scholars across all careers at Western – undergraduate, graduate, professional, and postdoctoral. This guest speaker Series brings everyone together once a month to listen to academic and private-sector professionals share valuable insight and expertise on critical aspects of leadership from their own career experiences.

Monthly meetings run from September to April, except December, and are held on the last Wednesday of every month in the International and Graduate Affairs Building (IGAB) Atrium. Pizza is available on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

See you next week!

MITACS Online Workshops in May 2016

Register now for Mitacs Online Workshops in May.

Time Management – Starting May 3

If you find yourself frequently running out of time on a project or impending deadlines are making you anxious, this workshop is for you. You’ll learn how to make the most of every minute, avoid procrastination and other “time thieves,” and create achievable plans and schedules, based on project management best practices.

I WANT TO REGISTER

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Practical Tips for Growing Your Network – Starting May 12
Get the knowledge you need to build your network! Your time at graduate school/during your post doctoral fellowship will be filled with opportunities to make connections in and outside of your field. This short online workshop will give you the information you’ll need to make the most of each opportunity.

I WANT TO REGISTER

Please keep in mind that space is limited and that these workshops are open to graduate students and postdocs across the country.

SCHOLARS TO LEADERS Speaker Series — A MULTI-INTRA-INTER-DISCIPLINARY ACADEMIC LIFE

Darren Meister, John M. Thompson Chair in Engineering Leadership and Innovation, and Professor of Management, will be speaking next Wednesday, March 30 at 12:30 p.m. in the IGAB Atrium about A Multi-Intra-Inter-Disciplinary Academic Life.

The Scholars to Leaders Series is a unique initiative of the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (SGPS) that is open to all students and scholars across all careers at Western – undergraduate, graduate, professional, and postdoctoral. This guest speaker Series brings everyone together once a month to listen to academic and private-sector professionals share valuable insight and expertise on critical aspects of leadership from their own career experiences.

Monthly meetings run from September to April, except December, and are held on the last Wednesday of every month in the International and Graduate Affairs Building (IGAB) Atrium. Pizza is available on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

See you next week!

Unlock the Mysteries of Your Thesis Examination! REGISTER TODAY

You have an exciting opportunity this semester to learn about What to Expect at Your Thesis Examination by attending an important, 90-minute information session.

I WANT TO ATTEND

DATE: Friday, March 11, 2016
TIME: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
LOCATION: Atrium -- International and Graduate Affairs Building

Dr. Nicole Haggerty, a Western PhD graduate, current Ivey professor, and experienced thesis examiner, will unlock the mysteries of your thesis exam.

Nicole will share “insider” information from both a student and thesis examiner perspective. Find out what goes on behind closed doors during your examination, and come away with a major strategic advantage so you know what to expect when it’s time for you to be tested.

You will learn about:

• The thesis administrative procedure
• Who sits on your examination committee and why they’re there
• How your thesis examination is run
• How many rounds of questions you will be asked
• How many times examiners can question you
• How long your examination will take
• What happens during deliberations
• How you’ll feel when it’s all over

There will also be an opportunity for you to ask questions and come away with the answers that are most important to you.

What have others said about this info session?

“What to Expect at Your Thesis Examination put my mind at ease. It gave me incredible insight and detailed information about what goes on behind closed doors.”
– Ani Amir, PhD candidate, Faculty of Education

“The info session was definitely worthwhile. Dr. Haggerty provided her personal experience when she was part of the exam committee, and it has made my view of the thesis exam less daunting overall.”
– Beatrice Leung, Master’s candidate, Health and Rehabilitation Sciences program

We look forward to seeing you on March 11!

SCHOLARS TO LEADERS Speaker Series — WHAT DO LEADERS LOOK LIKE? COMBATING MYTHS, BIAS, AND ANXIETY ON THE PATH TO SUCCESS

Jessica Grahn, Cognitive Neuroscientist, and Professor of Psychology in the Brain and Mind Institute, will be speaking next Wednesday, February 24 at 12:30 p.m. in the IGAB Atrium about What do leaders look like? Combating Myths, Bias, and Anxiety on the Path to Success.

The Scholars to Leaders Series is a unique initiative of the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (SGPS) that is open to all students and scholars across all careers at Western – undergraduate, graduate, professional, and postdoctoral. This guest speaker Series brings everyone together once a month to listen to academic and private-sector professionals share valuable insight and expertise on critical aspects of leadership from their own career experiences.

Monthly meetings run from September to April, except December, and are held on the last Wednesday of every month in the International and Graduate Affairs Building (IGAB) Atrium. Pizza is available on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

See you next week!

GradWRITE Graduate Writing Conference 2016

Friday, March 11, 2016

The 2016 GradWRITE Graduate Writing Conference is a one-day event devoted to addressing specific graduate writing concerns.  It is an opportunity to learn need-to-know strategies directly from some of Western’s most accomplished graduate faculty.

Sessions include:

• What IS Good Graduate Writing?  Professor Panel and Q & A
• Writing Strategies or Just Do It
• Getting Published: Writing for Non-Academic Audiences
• Writing Grant Proposals
• Technical Writing

More Information and Registration

Please contact Douglas Campbell if you would like more information.  519-661-2111 Ext: 85950

Investigate Your Career Options at the Student 2 Business Networking Conference

March 2, 2016
London Convention Centre

This annual conference and networking forum is sponsored by Western, the LEDC, Fanshawe College, and the City of London It attracts over 500 students and 250 recruiters.  The conference is designed to introduce students to the hidden job market by showcasing career opportunities and industries within London, and connecting them with professionals from these sectors.

Keynote Speaker

The $10 student registration fee includes a special keynote presentation from Bobby Umar.

Bobby Umar Biography

One of Inc. Magazine’s Top 100 Leadership speakers, Bobby is a 4X TEDx Speaker, international author, Huffington Post contributor and social media guru who champions authentic connection and heart-based leadership. 100, 000+ people across the world have experienced Bobby’s high-energy keynotes, interactive team-building activities, engaging workshops, and Networking Mastery coaching programs. Bobby will deliver a message entitled “Authentic Networking: Own your Leadership Path”

Networking Forum

The highlight of the Conference is the networking forum. Taking place in the main ballroom, students have access to employers from more than 12 industries.

Sectors represented include:

• Government and Education
• Finance & Insurance
• Health/Life Sciences
• Advanced Manufacturing and Construction
• Agrifood processing
• Marketing & Communications
• Digital Media
• Not for Profit
• Engineering
• Professional Services

This represents a golden opportunity to information interview and connect with professionals from these sectors. You can ask questions about jobs available in their industry, training requirements, application tips, and many other things, all within an atmosphere more casual than a job fair.

Graduate students are invited to review the employers attending the Conference, get more specific information, and register at www.s2b.ca

Clara Hughes "Open Heart, Open Mind" Presentation

Olympian, motivational speaker, and mental health advocate Clara Hughes will speak at Western University as part of the Heidi Balsillie, Fairmount Foundation Health and Wellness Lecture Series. The event is organized by the University Students’ Council, the Student Experience portfolio, and the Society of Graduate Students.

DATE
Tuesday, February 9, 2016

TIME
10:30 a.m.: Open Heart, Open Mind Presentation and book signing
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW!

2:00 p.m.: Question and Answer with Clara and book signing
Tickets not required

LOCATION
Both events will take place in Mustang Lounge East, University Community Centre.

The Bookstore at Western will sell copies of Hughes’s bestselling and acclaimed memoir, Open Heart, Open Mind.

Hughes’ presentation will run in conjunction with a mental health resource fair in the Atrium of the UCC, featuring on-campus and local services focused on fostering positive mental health and treating mental illness.

As the only Canadian to have won medals in both the Summer and the Winter Olympics, Hughes is a long-admired icon in Canadian athletics. After national recognition for her accomplishments in speed skating and cycling, Hughes began using her popularity as a platform to affect positive change across Canada by sharing her personal experiences with depression.

Several contests through social media will be open to students as the event approaches. Four students will win the chance to have lunch with Hughes during her visit, and many more will win a copy of her memoir. More details about these contests will appear on Facebook and on Twitter.

These giveaways are made possible thanks to the support of the Bookstore at Western.