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GPTK703 - Graduate Seminar in University Teaching (All Disciplines)

Section 2

August 2-8, 2017, 09:30 - 16:00, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Section 1

August 9-15, 2017, 09:30 - 16:30, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

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September 14 - October 12, 2017, 09:30 - 13:30, Thu

Section 1

December 14-20, 2017, 09:30 - 16:30, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

GPTK715 - ENCS TA Orientation – Health and Safety Workshop

Section 3

August 2, 2017, 13:45 - 15:00, Wed

Section 4

August 16, 2017, 13:45 - 15:00, Wed

Section 1

September 6, 2017, 13:45 - 15:00, Wed

GPTK711 - Graduate Seminar in University Teaching for Engineering and Computer Science Students

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August 16-22, 2017, 09:30 - 16:30, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

GPLL466 - Funding Opportunities for Graduate Students in Thesis-based programs

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August 31, 2017, 14:00 - 16:00, Thu

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September 15, 2017, 09:00 - 11:00, Fri

GPLL20 - Graduate School Base Camp

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September 1, 2017, 08:30 - 17:30, Fri

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September 21, 2017, 08:30 - 17:30, Thu

Graduate School Base Camp is a condensed version of key GradProSkills workshops which lay the foundations for a positive and productive grad school experience. During these carefully selected workshops, participants will learn fundamental skills, gain an awareness of important university rules, and be pointed to key resources. Base camp is recommended for newly admitted graduate students, and in particular international students who are new to the Canadian university context and graduate students who are returning to university after an extended absence. ***FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO EVENTS SECTION OF OUR WEBSITE: http://www.concordia.ca/students/gradproskills/events/grad-school-base-camp1.html*** ~~~ In this event, participants will: 1.Learn how to effectively use library resources and manage the research process (Library Research Skills and Resources) 2. Acquire strategies for reading academic texts for effective note-taking and participation in class discussions and graduate seminars. (Effective Reading Strategies) 3. Understand campus diversity and how to contribute in a positive and respectful way (Respectfully Engaging with Diversity) 4. Explore techniques for effective time management, particularly in the context of research projects.(Time Management Techniques for Graduate School) 5. Ensure you are aware of your rights and responsibilities in relation to the academic code. Identify key areas of concern and strategies for avoiding misunderstanding. (Know the Code: Graduate Student Rights and Responsibilities) 6. Explore the connection between stress and health, learn a 5-step approach to stress management and identify a variety of effective stress management strategies (Stress Management: A Practical Guide) ~~~ The workshop instructors are: 1. Jenna Dufour, Subject Librarian for Art History and Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics (Sept. 1) and Krista Alexander, Subject Librarian for physics, chemistry & biochemistry (Sept. 21), Library 2. Anja Novkovic, GradProSkills 3. Laura Gallo, Interfaith Facilitator, and Ellie Hummel,Chaplain and Coordinator, at Multi-faith & Spirituality Centre (Sept. 1) and Monica Boulos, Counsellor with the Student Success Centre (Sept. 21) 4. John Forest, GradProSkills 5. Dr. Amir Aghram, Associate Dean, School of Graduate Studies, and Raja Bhattacharya, Coordinator of the Student Advocacy Program 6. Gabby Szabo (Sept. 1) & Owen Moran (Sept. 21), Health Promotion Specialists, Health Services

GPLL50 - Time Management Techniques for Research Projects

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September 7, 2017, 12:00 - 14:00, Thu

Section 2

September 27, 2017, 10:30 - 12:30, Wed

Section 3

November 9, 2017, 15:00 - 17:00, Thu

GPLL24 - Effective Reading Strategies

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September 11, 2017, 13:30 - 15:30, Mon

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October 18, 2017, 10:30 - 12:30, Wed

GPLL463 - NSERC Funding Info Session for Masters and Doctoral students (Thesis-based programs)

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September 12, 2017, 09:00 - 10:00, Tue

GPLL464 - NSERC Funding Info Session for Postdoctoral Fellows (Thesis-based programs)

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September 12, 2017, 10:15 - 11:00, Tue

GPLL37 - Writing a Literature Review

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September 13, 2017, 10:30 - 12:30, Wed

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September 14, 2017, 12:00 - 14:00, Thu

GPLL233 - Business Research Essentials for MBA and Graduate Diploma/Certificate Students

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September 13, 2017, 15:30 - 17:00, Wed

GPSC421 - Talk the Walk: Becoming a better communicator

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September 13, 2017, 18:00 - 20:00, Wed

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October 26, 2017, 15:00 - 17:00, Thu

GPSC476 - Public Speaking with the Toastmasters Speaking Course (4 weeks)

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September 14 - October 5, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Thu

GPLL231 - Library Skills & Resources: Maximize Your Graduate Research Potential

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September 14, 2017, 10:00 - 12:00, Thu

Section 2

November 3, 2017, 10:00 - 12:00, Fri

GPTK778 - Active Learning Brainstorm Session

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September 14, 2017, 13:00 - 14:00, Thu

GPLD140 - Foundations of Leadership

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September 15, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Fri

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September 27, 2017, 18:00 - 20:00, Wed

GPTK725 - So You Want to be a TA? An Information Session

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September 15, 2017, 13:00 - 14:30, Fri

GPLT331 - French Conversation Group (Level 1) – New to French

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September 18 - November 27, 2017, 08:45 - 10:00, Mon, Wed

Section 1

September 19 - November 23, 2017, 11:45 - 13:00, Tue, Thu

Section 2

September 19 - November 23, 2017, 16:15 - 17:30, Tue, Thu

GPLT330 - French Conversation Group (Level 2) – Novice

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September 18 - November 27, 2017, 10:15 - 11:30, Mon, Wed

Section 1

September 19 - November 23, 2017, 13:15 - 14:30, Tue, Thu

GPLT340 - French Conversation Group (Level 4) – Intermediate 2

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September 18 - November 27, 2017, 12:00 - 14:00, Mon

GPLT335 - French Conversation Group (Level 3) – Intermediate 1

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September 18 - November 27, 2017, 13:15 - 14:30, Mon, Wed

Section 2

September 18 - November 27, 2017, 16:15 - 17:30, Mon, Wed

GPLT320 - Français pour le travail (Niveau 5) - avancé

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September 18 - November 27, 2017, 14:30 - 16:30, Mon

***A PRE-ASSESSMENT IS MANDATORY FOR THIS WORKSHOP.*** GradProSkills will contact you by email to schedule your individual assessment during the first 2 weeks of the semester. Failure to complete an assessment may result in you beginning dropped from the class. If you have previously participated in a GradProSkills French workshop you are still required to undertake this assessment. GradProSkills offers five levels of French workshops. This class is associated with LEVEL 5. It is intended for students who have AN ADVANCED KNOWLEDGE OF FRENCH. Ce cours a pour but de donner aux étudiant(e)s une occasion de se familiariser avec les exigences linguistiques du monde du travail au Québec. Il offrira à l’étudiant(e) du soutien pour produire ses propres documents en français ainsi que de nombreux exercices visant à pratiquer et à améliorer sa maîtrise de la langue dans le contexte de l’emploi. ***Notez bien : ce cours nécessite quelques heures de travail en dehors des heures d’atelier.*** Pendant de cours, nous travaillerons avec : • différents types de documents d’entreprise (CV, offres d’emploi, correspondance commerciale, rapports, courriels internes) • des entrevues • une approche interculturelle qui permet de mieux comprendre le monde du travail en français au Québec • des méthodes communicatives s'appuyant sur des documents et des situations réelles. ~~~ Les participants de cet atelier pourront : 1. développer des compétences linguistiques fondamentales au marché du travail québécois (expression écrite et orale/compréhension écrite et orale/communication interpersonnelle) 2. développer leurs propres outils de travail en français 3. gagner en confiance pour entreprendre leur recherche d’emploi. Orientation linguistique: • Vocabulaire: Les 2500 mots les plus fréquents utilisés en français avec un accent sur le vocabulaire nécessaire pour accomplir les tâches mentionnées ci-dessus • Grammaire: Le conditionnel présent et passé (doute), les formes impersonnelles pour différents degrés de certitude, des collocations, l’infinitif passé, les participes, et plus encore ... • Prononciation: Les objectifs individuels en ce qui concerne la prononciation ~~~ This workshop is led by a member of the 2017-18 GradProSkills French Conversation Team, which consists of Sonia Corbeil, Anne-Marie Rivard, Jordan Frankel, Maxwell Meade and Salma El Hankouri.

GPSC475 - Concordia Toastmasters Meeting: A Public Speaking Experience

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September 18, 2017, 18:00 - 21:00, Mon

Section 2

October 16, 2017, 18:00 - 21:00, Mon

Section 3

November 13, 2017, 18:00 - 21:00, Mon

GPLL465 - Fund Writing Strategies for Graduate Students (Thesis-based programs)

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September 19, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Tue

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September 28, 2017, 15:00 - 17:00, Thu

Are you considering applying for a scholarship, fellowship or award? Join us to learn more about proven tips and strategies for preparing a winning funding application. We will review the key elements of a funding application and the common criteria sought by application evaluators. The workshop will provide you with tools to plan, manage, and write funding applications. We will also give a brief introduction to some major funding opportunities that exist for graduate students. ***Disclaimer: This workshop is aimed for thesis-based programs.*** ~~~ This workshop will help : 1. Increase your awareness of funding opportunities for graduate students. 2. Guide you in preparing successful funding applications. 3. Learn fund writing tips. ~~~ This workshop is led by John Forest and Anja Novkovic, GradProSkills team members for 2017-2018. John is a PhD candidate in Biology focused on fish disease. His past research interests have mainly been in taxonomy, naming and describing new species of parasites. His PhD research now focuses more on the ecology of fish and their parasites in relation to a newly arrived invasive fish and how communities may have changed after its arrival. John has written numerous peer-reviewed publications, contributed to a number of textbooks and lab manuals, presented data at international conferences and has been an invited reviewer for scientific journals. He holds a Masters of Science in Applied Science from Saint Mary’s University in Nova Scotia. Anja graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Anthropology in 2012. Upon graduation, she focused her energy on storytelling—spoken word poetry performance and personal story collection as an affiliate researcher of the Centre for Oral History and Digital Storytelling. She began her Master of Science in Geography, Urban and Environmental Studies in 2016, with a desire to uncover the intimate construction of public spaces. Her thesis work centres on the collection and exposure of personal stories from a downtown Montreal alleyway through mapping and installation art.

GPLL10 - Graduate School Success: How to Make the Most of Your Education

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September 19, 2017, 09:30 - 11:30, Tue

GPWL902 - Eight Powerful Ways Critical Thinking Can Change Your World

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September 19, 2017, 13:00 - 14:30, Tue

GPLT341 - French Conversation Group (Level 5) – Explorons Montréal

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September 20 - November 22, 2017, 17:30 - 19:30, Wed

GPLL250 - Ethics in Research Involving Human Participants

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September 21, 2017, 11:00 - 12:00, Thu

GPLD141 - Navigating Emotional Intelligence

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September 22, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Fri

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October 4, 2017, 18:00 - 20:00, Wed

GPTK722 - Teaching Assistant Orientation

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September 22, 2017, 09:30 - 12:00, Fri

GPLL235 - Canadian Statistics and Microdata for the Social Sciences

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September 25, 2017, 10:00 - 11:30, Mon

GPSC482 - Grammar for Graduate Students

Section 1

September 25, 2017, 13:30 - 15:30, Mon

Section 2

November 7, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Tue

GPWL896 - Balcony Gardening in Montreal

Section 1

September 25, 2017, 17:30 - 19:30, Mon

GPLL468 - Tri-Council Awards Information Session for Doctoral Applications (Thesis-based programs)

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September 26, 2017, 09:30 - 10:30, Tue

GPLL236 - Using RefWorks for Graduates: Citations and Bibliographies Simplified

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September 26, 2017, 09:30 - 11:30, Tue

Section 2

October 19, 2017, 13:30 - 15:30, Thu

GPLL242 - From Dissertation to Manuscript (PhD Students Only)

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September 27, 2017, 13:00 - 14:00, Wed

GPWL907 - Everything You Need to Know about Healthy Nutrition

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September 28, 2017, 13:00 - 14:30, Thu

GPLD144 - Solving Problems and Seeing the Big Picture

Section 1

September 29, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Fri

Section 2

October 18, 2017, 18:00 - 20:00, Wed

GPLD150 - Financial Statements Essentials

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September 29, 2017, 11:00 - 13:00, Fri

GPLL238 - Engineering & Computer Science Graduate Research Essentials

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October 2, 2017, 09:30 - 11:00, Mon

GPCB410 - Research Funding and Networking Strategies with Mitacs

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October 2, 2017, 13:30 - 15:00, Mon

Section 2

November 9, 2017, 09:30 - 11:00, Thu

GPLL71 - Fund Writing Peer Review - Engineering and Sciences

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October 3, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Tue

GPLL243 - Intro to Reference Management Tools: Choosing & Using

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October 3, 2017, 10:00 - 12:00, Tue

GPLL18 - Building an Effective Relationship with your Thesis Supervisor

Section 1

October 4, 2017, 10:30 - 12:30, Wed

GPWL909 - Top 10 Ways to be Healthier

Section 1

October 5, 2017, 13:00 - 14:30, Thu

GPLL51 - Perfecting the Paragraph

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October 5, 2017, 15:00 - 17:00, Thu

Section 2

November 1, 2017, 10:30 - 12:30, Wed

Perfecting the Persuasive Paragraph - formulating persuasive sentences and fitting them together seamlessly is no simple task. Constructing the effective paragraph is the linchpin upon which the entire writing process stands. Before one can write a successful paper, we must first carefully craft its elemental parts: the paragraph, the sentence and the placement of the word. The Perfecting the Paragraph workshop offers the opportunity to hone your writing skills. The workshop reviews the fundamentals elements of the paragraph and their functions. Taking the paragraph as an “idea” unit, it considers the formulation and purpose of the topic sentence as well as common paragraph types, including the crucial introductory paragraph. The workshop also introduces techniques to help students improve transitions between paragraphs, connect ideas logically and enhance the flow of texts. A number of practical examples and activities provide ways for students to engage with this material. ***Each participant is asked to bring a sample of their writing for review in small groups. In this supportive environment, participants receive multiple viewpoints from fellow graduate students who are motivated to improve the writing of their peers as a part of their own learning process.*** ~~~ This workshop will help participants: 1. Understand how paragraphs are structured 2. Improve their writing skills 3. Structure their work logically 4. Practice giving and receiving feedback ~~~ This workshop is led by Anja Novkovic, GradProSkills team member for 2017-2018. Anja graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Anthropology in 2012. Upon graduation, she focused her energy on storytelling—spoken word poetry performance and personal story collection as an affiliate researcher of the Centre for Oral History and Digital Storytelling. She began her Master of Science in Geography, Urban and Environmental Studies in 2016, with a desire to uncover the intimate construction of public spaces. Her thesis work centres on the collection and exposure of personal stories from a downtown Montreal alleyway through mapping and installation art.

GPLD145 - Motivating and Inspiring as A Leader

Section 1

October 6, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Fri

Section 2

November 1, 2017, 18:00 - 20:00, Wed

GPCB627 - Preparing Your Application to Teach in CEGEP

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October 6, 2017, 10:00 - 11:30, Fri

GPLD156 - Data Analytics Essentials: Can we always trust numbers?

Section 1

October 6, 2017, 10:00 - 12:00, Fri

GPLL72 - Fund Writing Peer Review - Social Sciences, Humanities & Fine Arts

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October 10, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Tue

GPWL897 - Eating Ethically Within Your Means

Section 1

October 10, 2017, 17:30 - 19:00, Tue

GPLL35 - Peer Review Techniques: Giving and Receiving Feedback

Section 1

October 11, 2017, 10:30 - 12:30, Wed

GPWL919 - Everything you need to know about Women’s Health

Section 1

October 11, 2017, 13:00 - 14:30, Wed

GPCB634 - Job Search Skills

Section 1

October 11, 2017, 13:00 - 14:30, Wed

GPLD142 - Leading Teams for Success

Section 1

October 11, 2017, 18:00 - 20:00, Wed

Section 2

October 27, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Fri

GPLL252 - Introduction to Intellectual Property- Inventions and Patents

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October 12, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Thu

This workshop is offered jointly by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office, the Office of Research and Legal Services. It is geared to provide an overview of the various concepts related to Intellectual Property (IP), its ownership and management in the context of Canada's and Concordia’s IP policy and legislative frameworks. Apart from their potential commercial value, patents are a publicly available storehouse of current and historical scientific knowledge spanning all disciplines. They are an indispensable resource which complements the scientific/ engineering journals and publications. The workshop will briefly look at the three criteria for patentability, the patent process, and present tools for searching patents. The workshop will cover the following topics: • What is an invention? • Who is an inventor? • Is an invention patentable? • Can patent searching inform my research directions - patent searching 101 • Mechanisms and support available at Concordia for IP protection, management and best practices. The workshop will also explore the topic of patents through a case study titled "Samantha Chang: Who Owns the Invention?" See link below. ~~~ In this workshop, participants will: 1- Gain insights into patents and copyright protection 2- Understand Concordia’s IP framework and support mechanisms 3- Learn to effectively do a patent search ~~~ This workshop is led by Me Béatrice T. Ngatcha, Jonathan Farber, and Karan Singh. Béatrice T. Ngatcha is a patent agent registered in Canada and the United States having doctoral and post-doctoral training in chemistry. She joined Goudreau Gage Dubuc in 2010 having been practicing in the field of intellectual property since 2000. Béatrice is also a lawyer called to the Ontario Bar. She is a member of the Barreau du Québec (c.j.c.). Her practice covers the areas of chemistry (organic/medicinal), biochemistry and biotechnology. Her practice also includes domestic and foreign patent prosecution, and the development and management of patent portfolios. She also provides opinions and counselling regarding patentability patent validity and infringement matters, as well as regulatory affairs. Jonathan Farber is the Intellectual Property Specialist in the Office of Research at Concordia University. He holds a B.Sc. in Biochemistry and a M.Sc. in Agricultural Chemistry from McGill as well as an M.B.A. from Concordia. He has a background in research and development and quality assurance in the Food industry, most recently as V-P R&D in a nutraceutical start-up. Karan Singh is a Contracts Specialist at the Office of Research at Concordia. He holds a Master of Laws (LLM) in International Law from McGill University. Prior to joining Concordia, he worked on international Business Aircraft contracts at Bombardier Aerospace and did a special project on Multi-national Bilateral Agreements at the International Civil Aviation Organization. He is particularly interested in the constantly changing digital media landscape and how it impacts creators’ rights.

GPLL73 - Fund Writing Peer Review - SSHRC Research Creation

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October 12, 2017, 15:00 - 17:00, Thu

GPLD146 - Managing People's Performance

Section 1

October 13, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Fri

Section 2

October 25, 2017, 18:00 - 20:00, Wed

GPLD650 - Basic Concepts of Project Management

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October 13, 2017, 09:30 - 12:30, Fri

GPTK726 - What Does Blended Learning Look Like?

Section 1

October 13, 2017, 10:30 - 12:00, Fri

GPWL946 - Know your Banking Options

Section 1

October 16, 2017, 13:30 - 15:00, Mon

GPCB609 - Interview 101: The Art of Communicating Your Skills to an Employer

Section 1

October 16, 2017, 14:00 - 16:00, Mon

GPLL32 - Avoiding Plagiarism at the Graduate Level

Section 1

October 17, 2017, 12:00 - 14:30, Tue

GPCB632 - Resume and Cover Letter Writing

Section 1

October 18, 2017, 13:00 - 14:30, Wed

GPWL940 - Financial Skills for the Real World: Finance Basics

Section 1

October 19, 2017, 09:30 - 11:30, Thu

GPWL901 - Stress Management: A Practical Guide

Section 1

October 19, 2017, 11:00 - 12:30, Thu

GPLL248 - Understanding & Increasing the Visibility and Impact of your Research

Section 1

October 19, 2017, 13:30 - 14:30, Thu

GPSC28 - Graduate Presentation Skills Essentials

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October 19 - November 2, 2017, 15:00 - 17:00, Thu

Section 2

November 14-28, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Tue

Oral presentation skills are essential for every graduate student in order to successfully convey key aspects of their work in class, at academic conferences and to potential employers. This workshop series will outline the important aspects that contribute to an effective presentation in terms of structure and delivery. We will discuss how to determine and present your content, select appropriate visual aids, and deliver your presentation effectively This workshop takes place over two days. The first day will present theory, and participants will be asked to prepare a short presentation during the coming week. The second day participants will be asked to deliver their presentation to the class, and will receive feedback from their peers. Participation in both days is mandatory. *** Section 1 is scheduled on October 19 & November 2. Section 2 is scheduled on November 14 & 28. Attendance is mandatory on both days. *** ~~~ In this workshop, participants will: 1. Tips for building an effective presentation. 2. How to field questions from their audience. 3. Practice their presentation and receive feedback. 4. Build confidence in presenting. ~~~ This workshop is led by John Forest and Anja Novkovic, GradProSkills team members for 2017-2018. John is a PhD candidate in Biology focused on fish disease. His past research interests have mainly been in taxonomy, naming and describing new species of parasites. His PhD research now focuses more on the ecology of fish and their parasites in relation to a newly arrived invasive fish and how communities may have changed after its arrival. John has written numerous peer-reviewed publications, contributed to a number of textbooks and lab manuals, presented data at international conferences and has been an invited reviewer for scientific journals. He holds a Masters of Science in Applied Science from Saint Mary’s University in Nova Scotia. Anja graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Anthropology in 2012. Upon graduation, she focused her energy on storytelling—spoken word poetry performance and personal story collection as an affiliate researcher of the Centre for Oral History and Digital Storytelling. She began her Master of Science in Geography, Urban and Environmental Studies in 2016, with a desire to uncover the intimate construction of public spaces. Her thesis work centres on the collection and exposure of personal stories from a downtown Montreal alleyway through mapping and installation art.

GPLD143 - Professional Negotiation and Persuasion Skills

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October 20, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Fri

Section 2

November 8, 2017, 18:00 - 20:00, Wed

GPCB621 - Developing a Graduate CV for Academic Positions

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October 20, 2017, 10:00 - 11:30, Fri

GPLD151 - Management Accounting Essentials: Budgeting

Section 1

October 20, 2017, 11:00 - 13:00, Fri

GPTK714 - Lesson Planning

Section 1

October 20, 2017, 13:30 - 15:00, Fri

GPDI550 - Professional Use of Social Media

Section 1

October 23, 2017, 13:30 - 15:30, Mon

GPLL232 - Introduction to Systematic Reviews for Health Sciences & Psychology

Section 1

October 23, 2017, 15:00 - 17:00, Mon

GPSC415 - Professional Writing: Emails, Executive Summaries and Briefing Notes

Section 1

October 24, 2017, 09:15 - 11:15, Tue

GPLL229 - Exploring Research in the Visual Arts

Section 1

October 24, 2017, 11:00 - 12:30, Tue

GPSC26 - Writing Compelling Abstracts

Section 1

October 25, 2017, 10:30 - 12:30, Wed

GPCB630 - Interviewing Skills

Section 1

October 25, 2017, 13:00 - 14:30, Wed

GPWL944 - Financial Skills for the Real World: Investing and Portfolio Balancing

Section 1

October 26 - November 2, 2017, 09:30 - 11:30, Thu

GPCB811 - Launch your Career, Volunteer!

Section 1

October 26, 2017, 13:00 - 14:30, Thu

GPCB606 - Résumé Writing Strategies

Section 1

October 27, 2017, 10:00 - 11:30, Fri

GPLD153 - Consumer Behavior Essentials

Section 1

October 27, 2017, 10:00 - 12:00, Fri

GPLT360 - Entrevue 101 (Workshop in French only)

Section 1

October 30, 2017, 13:00 - 15:00, Mon

GPSC36 - Crafting Strong Thesis Statements and Introductions

Section 1

October 30, 2017, 13:30 - 15:30, Mon

This workshop will focus on resolving the most common problems encountered with articulating a clear and effective thesis statement. It will guide students through editing strategies for turning static theses into arguments that respond dynamically to the evidence and engage the reader. This workshop will also distinguish thesis statements from problem statements. This workshop will instruct students in the “evolving thesis” model of paper writing and research. Additionally, participants will have the chance to write their own thesis statements, and will spend a portion of the workshop working on their own material and providing feedback to one another. ***All participants will be asked to bring a sample of their own writing to the workshop. *** NOTE: This workshop was previously titled “Editing Techniques: Polishing Your Writing”. Content has remained the same. ~~~ In this workshop, participants will: 1. Identify common problems with thesis statements. 2. Develop strategies for improving static thesis statements. 3. Consider different ways of constructing an engaging introductory paragraph. 3. Provide and receive feedback on their own thesis statements and introductions. ~~~ This workshop is led by John Forest and Anja Novkovic, GradProSkills team members for 2017-2018. John is a PhD candidate in Biology focused on fish disease. His past research interests have mainly been in taxonomy, naming and describing new species of parasites. His PhD research now focuses more on the ecology of fish and their parasites in relation to a newly arrived invasive fish and how communities may have changed after its arrival. John has written numerous peer-reviewed publications, contributed to a number of textbooks and lab manuals, presented data at international conferences and has been an invited reviewer for scientific journals. He holds a Masters of Science in Applied Science from Saint Mary’s University in Nova Scotia. Anja graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Anthropology in 2012. Upon graduation, she focused her energy on storytelling—spoken word poetry performance and personal story collection as an affiliate researcher of the Centre for Oral History and Digital Storytelling. She began her Master of Science in Geography, Urban and Environmental Studies in 2016, with a desire to uncover the intimate construction of public spaces. Her thesis work centres on the collection and exposure of personal stories from a downtown Montreal alleyway through mapping and installation art.

GPLL467 - NSERC/ SSHRC/ CIHR Masters (Thesis) Funding Programs: Information Session for Applicants

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October 31, 2017, 09:30 - 10:30, Tue

GPWL913 - Eating Well with Little Time or Money

Section 1

November 1, 2017, 13:00 - 14:30, Wed

GPCB619 - Job Search Strategies

Section 1

November 1, 2017, 13:00 - 15:00, Wed

GPLL247 - Introduction to Research Data Management in the Social Science

Section 1

November 2, 2017, 10:00 - 12:00, Thu

GPCB622 - The People Principle: Soft Skills and the Graduate Student

Section 1

November 7, 2017, 09:30 - 11:30, Tue

GPSC422 - Perfecting Your Research Pitch

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November 8, 2017, 10:30 - 12:30, Wed

“What is your research about?” - A common question graduate students receive from professors, peers, employers, family, friends, etc. In most instances, you only have about 60 seconds (or maybe just 15 seconds) to effectively explain your research to your audience. How will you convince your audience in less than a minute the essential or inspiring elements of your research? What do you include and exclude? How would you deliver your message clearly, briefly and effectively given the time constraints? Answering these questions, will help you perfect your research pitch. This workshop offers different strategies for selecting the essential elements to include in your research pitch. The session includes opportunities to practice. ~~~ Learning Objectives In this workshop, participants will: 1- Identify the essentials of your research for your pitch. 2- Fine tune your pitch for different audiences, settings and timelines. 3- Practice their research pitch on their peers. ~~~ This workshop is led by John Forest and Anja Novkovic, GradProSkills team members for 2017-2018. John is a PhD candidate in Biology focused on fish disease. His past research interests have mainly been in taxonomy, naming and describing new species of parasites. His PhD research now focuses more on the ecology of fish and their parasites in relation to a newly arrived invasive fish and how communities may have changed after its arrival. John has written numerous peer-reviewed publications, contributed to a number of textbooks and lab manuals, presented data at international conferences and has been an invited reviewer for scientific journals. He holds a Masters of Science in Applied Science from Saint Mary’s University in Nova Scotia. Anja graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Anthropology in 2012. Upon graduation, she focused her energy on storytelling—spoken word poetry performance and personal story collection as an affiliate researcher of the Centre for Oral History and Digital Storytelling. She began her Master of Science in Geography, Urban and Environmental Studies in 2016, with a desire to uncover the intimate construction of public spaces. Her thesis work centres on the collection and exposure of personal stories from a downtown Montreal alleyway through mapping and installation art.

GPCB631 - Negotiating Your Job Offers

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November 8, 2017, 13:00 - 14:30, Wed