The PhD Plus - Foundations Series for Life Sciences is best suited for first-year graduate students in biomedical and life sciences disciplines. However, all graduate students are invited to attend these interactive sessions. This series provides an opportunity to develop interdisciplinary peer communities and to gain fundamental skills for academic, career, and personal success, and guides students to make the most of their graduate school experience.
Upon successful completion (80%, or 4 out of 5 sessions) of this series, graduate students are eligible to earn a digital badge, issued by the PhD Plus Program through Credly, that demonstrates proof of completion of the program.
Session Description
Time management is a fundamental skill to your graduate experience that requires periodic reflection to ensure its effectiveness. In this workshop, learn about strategies to set realistic goals, curb distractions and procrastination, and design personalized plans to manage time in order to accomplish professional goals and personal aspirations.
Register here for the summer Foundation Series
Summer 2026 Foundations Series
Session Dates and Topics:
- Jul. 9 | Unpacking the "Hidden Curriculum” & Setting Your Goals
- Jul. 16 | Your Financial Orientation to Graduate School (co-hosted with Emily Roberts, owner of Personal Finance for PhDs).
- Bonus Session on Resources for New Graduate Students, from 4:30-4:50 pm led by UVA Finance
- Jul. 23 | Managing Projects
- Jul. 30 | Managing Time
- Aug. 6 | Building Resilience and Leveraging Strengths
