Diverse Careers in Science: Video Recording available
A panel discussion on Diverse Careers in Science was held on December 4, 2012 which presented the many diverse career paths of a Ph.D. in the biological sciences. Panelists included the State Lab Director, Intellectual Property Attorney, Biotech Instructor, and Academic Researcher whom shared their background experience and career path, which is now available through a video recording.
Happy Holidays from GMS
The Division of Graduate Medical Sciences will be closing for winter intersession beginning Monday, December 24, 2011, through Tuesday, January 1, 2013. We would like to wish you all a very happy and safe holiday season! See you in the new year!
GMSSO Blood Drive December 12th
Wednesday, December 12th 10am-3pm Hiebert Lounge, 14th Floor Please sign up for an appointment the Thursday, December 5 - Monday, December 10th from 11am-1pm in the L-Building Lobby Contact Email: gmsso@bu.edu
GMSSO Operation Gratitude 11/27 – 12/6
The Graduate Medical Sciences Student Organization (GMSSO) will be collecting donations for service members stationed abroad in the BU School of Medicine Lobby on November 27th-29th and December 4th-6th from 11:00am-1:00pm. Donations will also be accepted in the GMS Office, L-317. Please view the flyer to see what types of donations are needed. For more information contact gmsso@bu.edu
Diverse Careers in Science: A Panel Discussion
Join us on December 4, 2012 from 4:30 p.m to 6:30 p.m. in Bakst Auditorium for an exciting panel discussion followed by a networking opportunity. Many individuals with Ph.D's in biological sciences will change paths over the course of their careers. This might mean a move out of the lab or elsewhere into functions like education, operations, clinical, marketing, business development, or legal. For those thinking about their future, this program will highlight how people engineer career changes, how these careers evolve, and how you can guide your career path over the near and long term. Join us for a panel discussion... More
“myIDP” 11/27 Workshop presented by Dr. Cynthia Fuhrmann
Creating Your Individual Development Plan, Part I: Finding the Right Career Path for YOU Scientists today follow many different types of scientific career paths. But with so many options, how do you decide which is the best for you? In this workshop, you will consider your top skills, interests, and values, and then identify strategies for tailoring your career exploration to these unique individual characteristics. Taught by Cynthia Fuhrmann, co-author of “myIDP” (a new online career-planning tool hosted by AAAS and Science Careers), this interactive workshop will propel you toward the next step... More
Conflict Resolution Skills Workshop Nov. 6
Francine Montemurro, Boston University Ombuds, will lead a workshop on conflict resolution skills specifically designed for PhD students and postdoctoral fellows. Through this workshop you will: Learn effective ways to communicate with others in stressful situations. Learn more collaborative ways to problem-solve. Identify your conflict style(s) Strengthen relationships with others. November 6, 2012 10am-12pm L-804 Notes: For more details, or to sign up, contact Caitlin Sleasman, sleasman@bu.edu, by November 2, 2012, 5:00 pm with full name and position/department. Light refreshments will be served. This workshop can accommodate 20 students only, More
BUMC and GMS OPEN TODAY TUESDAY
10/30/12 The Boston University Medical Campus is scheduled to open under normal operations Tuesday October 30th. Please note: Employees in essential services must report as scheduled. Essential services include, but are not limited to, University Police, Facilities Management and Planning, University Dining Services, Mail Services, Student Health Services and the University Switchboard. For detailed information, please go to http://www.bu.edu/today 10/29/12 Boston University Medical Campus will be closed on Monday, Oct. 29, 2012 due to Hurricane Sandy. This includes the Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, School of Public Health, School of Medicine and Division of Graduate Medical Sciences. Employees in essential services should... More
GMS Moves to Newly Renovated Office Space
We are pleased to announce that the renovation of our office space is complete! Please stop by and visit us in L317 . Reception Area Program Icons Line the Hall Russek Day Posters and Icons Renovated Office
GMSSO Movie Night: Gattaca 10/16
GMSSO Movie Night: GATTACA Tuesday, October 16, 2012, 6-8pm, 14th Floor, Hiebert Lounge Watch Ethan Hawke, Uma Thurman and Jude Law continually battle to find their place in the world and who they are destined to be according to their genes. Free Movie, Popcorn, and Candy! https://www.bumc.bu.edu/gms/files/2012/10/MOVIENIGHT2012.pdf Sponsored by the Graduate Medical Sciences Student Organization (GMSSO) gmsso@bu.edu