Hybrid event: Zoom & In-Person (New Cabell Hall, Language Commons, Suite 298)
PhD Plus and the Science Policy Initiative (SPI) at UVA will be hosting a three-part Science Policy Bootcamp during January Term. The event will include a Policy 101 overview, an introduction to the different levels of policy (state to international), an overview of career opportunities, a science policy-focused communication workshop, and more. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from professionals who have a wide range of science and technology policy experience. The program is free for UVA graduate students and postdocs.
Interested participants must register before 12:00 noon on Wednesday, December 21, at: bit.ly/UVABootcamp
Day 2 of the Bootcamp will include:
- Welcome & Goal of Day 2
- Science Policy Communication
- Panel Discussion: Role and Importance of Non-profits and Advocacy Groups
- Networking Lunch (optional 12:00-1:00 pm)
Core Module