In this workshop, we will discuss effective strategies for graduate students to research and write their dissertations and remain sane!

Presenters:

Carl Thum, Director of the Academic Skills Center

Todd Lindsley, Counselor at Dick’s House

Lora Leligdon, Physical Sciences Librarian, Kresge Library

Melina Gehring, Multilingual Specialist, School of Graduate and Advanced Studies

location:
The workshop will take place at the Academic Skills Center, Baker 224.

Date:
Friday, September 2, 2016
Time:
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Location:
Campus:
Graduate Studies - http://libcal.dartmouth.edu/event/2778539

Information Availability and Access in the Developing World

Tues, Sept. 6, 2016; 3:00pm-4:00pm; DHMC Auditorium E

Kimberly Parker of the World Health Organization will share her experiences in
improving access to information in the developing world.
Learn about solutions to the inequities of access to the medical, biological, &
environmental literature. As the Hinari Programme Manager at the WHO, Kim has
nurtured a complex international partnership that now delivers the research
literature to people in over 100 countries.

Refreshments
Reception 4-4:30


Date:
Tuesday, September 6, 2016
Time:
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Location:
Campus:
Graduate Studies - No sign-up required

Do you plan on looking for a postdoc or assistant professor position this year or in the future? If so, come find out the essential information every applicant needs to know to successfully land an academic job.

Location: Auditorium A at DHMC. Feel free to bring your own lunch


Date:
Wednesday, September 7, 2016
Time:
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Location:
Campus:
Graduate Studies - http://libcal.dartmouth.edu/event/2697700


Subscription Details

GRAD Student Communications Coordinator
Job description

Category: Part-time (15-18 hrs a week)
Pay Rate: $13.00 per hour
Department: School of Graduate & Advanced Studies
Reports to: Assistant Dean of Graduate Student Affairs, Kerry Landers

Position Description:
The Communications Coordinator is tasked with website development and maintenance, photo and video production, and maintaining all social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, & Flickr) for the School of Graduate & Advanced Studies.

Key Accountabilities:
I. Conducts interviews of various students, faculty, and administrators for informational and promotional videos
II. Works closely with the Communications & Outreach Coordinator, to plan, analyze, and grow media presence for the GRAD School.
III. Takes photos and videos of Dartmouth College campus— photos to be uploaded to the GRAD School Flickr account, and video used when appropriate. These photos will also be used for the entry-way digital slideshow.
IV. Connects with the Graduate Student Council to photograph and document various student events taking place throughout the year.
V. Attends Dartmouth’s monthly/bimonthly Social Media Workgroup meeting
VI. Attends GSC Meetings to stay current of upcoming events
VII. Touch base and coordinate with GSC Communications Chair and WebTeam for publicizing upcoming graduate student events and activities
a. 2016-17 Communications Chair

Miscellaneous:
I. Performs other administrative duties as assigned
II. Weekend/evening work is often necessary, specifically at certain times of the year

Qualifications:
Skills and knowledge
I. Must be a current social media user and knowledgeable in platforms we use
II. Smart-phone owner preferred
III. Ability and interest in tracking social media analytics and metrics in order to grow online presence
IV. Excellent oral and written communication skills
V. Familiarity with video and photography editing software such as Final Cut Pro and Adobe Creative Suite
VI. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to motivate and work effectively with groups and individuals
VII. Ability to organize, coordinate, and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Experience
Experience with social media marketing
Photography and camera skills preferred
Experience in shooting and editing video preferred

Education
I. BA/BS

To Apply:
If you are interested in the position, please send a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references to [log in to unmask] Please note, the Communications Coordinator must be an enrolled graduate student in good academic standing at Dartmouth, possessing strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and a high level of personal and intellectual maturity. Graduate students on full stipend cannot apply. This is a one-year position with potential to renew.