Communication

Wednesday, August 20, 12:00pm-1:20pm, On Campus 

This workshop introduces you to the craft of writing policy memos for decision-makers in government, think tanks, nonprofits, and corporate policy. Focused on science, technology, and social science issues, participants will learn the purpose, tone, and structure of a memo, with emphasis on professional formatting strategies.

Tuesday, August 12, 12:00pm-1:20pm, On Campus 

As researchers, imposter syndrome can creep into various stages of our process - in discussions with peers and advisors, in proposing and designing our projects, in data collection - but perhaps no stage of the process elicits more of a sense of being discovered as a fraud as writing. Writing is when we set about communicating ourselves and our work - and it's supposed finality is part of why it makes us so vulnerable. 

Thursday, July 31, 11:30am-1:00pm, On Campus 

This workshop will address the basic principles of effective speaking, focusing on preparation strategies and delivery techniques to enhance both the quality of your professional presentations and your general facility and confidence in oral expression. Specifically, we will discuss the organization and editing of materials, taking different audiences into account, as well as issues regarding vocal variety, nonverbal behavior, visual aids and speech anxiety. 

Thursday, June 12, 12:00pm-1:20pm, On Campus 

Science researchers want to share their work with a broad audience, but it can be daunting to simplify research without losing essential information.