In this interactive session, we will explore practical strategies for navigating and resolving conflicts within the lab.
Through engaging case studies and role-play activities, participants will practice tools for fostering open communication, addressing tensions constructively, and creating a collaborative, inclusive lab environment.
Thursday, August 7, 9:00am-4:00pm and Friday August 8, 9:00am-1:00pm (required), 1:00pm-4:00pm optional (required for coach applicants), On Campus
Attendance is required for all of 9am-4pm (7 hours) on Thursday and at least 9am-1pm (4 hours) on Friday; 1-4pm on Friday is optional (required for coach applicants). This in-person workshop is highly interactive.
Non-research professional development activities are important to identify, develop, and reach long-term career objectives.
In this session, we will explore how to recognize and promote professional development opportunities for your mentees.
Facilitators: Joy McKenna and Anthony Venida, Postdoc Peer Mentoring Coaches.
Mentoring Lunches are open to postdocs from all disciplines. Lunch will be provided.
Helping trainees build the skills and confidence to work more independently is an important part of a research mentoring relationship. In addition to providing guidance and advice, helping mentees grow as independent researchers requires an accurate assessment of their current abilities and level of understanding.
Monday, May 19, 12:00pm-1:00pm, On Campus
Openness and trust are essential to building healthy mentoring relationships. In this session, we will explore the leadership and management concept of psychological safety.
Monday, April 28, 12:00pm-1:00pm, On Campus
This workshop explores critical ethical issues that arise in mentoring relationships. Participants will learn to articulate specific ethical dilemmas, such as confidentiality, conflict of interest, and the importance of integrity, while discussing strategies for addressing these challenges with their mentees. This will help you as a mentor to develop a culture of ethical awareness and responsibility in mentoring practices.
Monday, April 21, 12:00pm-1:00pm, On Campus
Each of us has a unique way of communicating with others. Understanding your natural communication style and how to best adapt it to communicate with others is an important part of building and maintaining strong mentoring relationships. In this session, you will identify your primary communication style and how it shapes the way you approach professional interactions. The skills you develop through these discussions and interactive exercises can help you strengthen any collaborative working relationship.