Science Policy Bootcamp
This multi-day J-Term event includes a Policy 101 overview, an introduction to how your science gets funded, a discussion centered on policymaking in the current hyper-partisan era, a science policy-focused communication workshop, and more. Participants also have the opportunity to learn from professionals who have a wide range of science and technology policy experience.
Science Policy Fellowship Workshop
Each summer, PhD Plus and the Science Policy Initiative at UVA co-host a half-day workshop that is specifically designed for graduate students and postdocs who are interested in pursuing science policy fellowship and internship opportunities. The event will include an overview of different types of science policy opportunities (summer internships to postgraduate fellowship programs), a panel discussion featuring national program officers, tips on how to get started, and more. Learn more about the August 2024 event.
CASE Workshop: Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering
Each spring, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) hosts its Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering (CASE) workshop. The University of Virginia regularly participates as an institutional sponsor, with the goal of enabling a small cohort of graduate students to attend this entry-level workshop every year. Selected students participate in the 3.5-day program in Washington, DC, and learn about the structure and organization of Congress, the federal budget and appropriations processes, and tools for effective science communication and civic engagement. In addition, students will participate in interactive seminars about policy making and communication.
The registration fees and travel expenses will be covered through the PhD Plus program. An internal review process will select the University’s participants. Learn more about the eligibility requirements and submission guidelines.