Current Events

There are many things going on at the University that postdocs can take advantage of, in addition to programs run by the Office for Postdoctoral Affairs (see below). Here are some useful links:

Yale Events Subscription Service
Yale Calendar
Events list at the Office of International Students & Scholars
Graduate Career Services

CVs, Cover Letters & Research Statements for Academic Jobs & Resumes for Industry
November 11th, 2009
4:00-5:30pm
Sterling Chemistry Laboratory, Room 110
(225 Prospect st.)

ENGLISH CONVERSATIONS @ THE MEDICAL SCHOOL

Tuesdays, 6:30pm to 7:30pm Fulton Room, SHM L-215 Sterling Hall of Medicine, 333 Cedar Street

This series is designed to meet the needs of our international postdoc and scholar population, particularly those in the Medical School area. Informal conversations feature a different topic each session. Light snacks will be provided. Please contact erin.gustafson@yale.edu to sign-up.

September 15: Small Talk Tips
How to have a conversation with your lab mates.

October 20: Idioms
The most popular turns of phrase that come up in conversation.

November 17: Reading a Newspaper
How to follow current events and use them in conversation.

December 15: Pronunciation
The most commonly mispronounced words and how to overcome being misunderstood.

January 19: Making an Introduction
How to introduce yourself or others.

February 16: Work Relationships
How to talk to your lab mates and your boss.

March 16: English Language Etiquette
How to speak politely and why it's important.

April 20: Conversation Game
Having fun while keeping a conversation going.