Workshops
A current listing of all workshops and professional development opportunities available to Laurier graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. New sessions are announced throughout the year and we encourage you to review the list of ASPIRE offerings regularly.
Fall 2018
September
Citing insights: sites to help you cite
Sept. 12 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Scholarship Proposal Writing (all disciplines)
Sept. 12 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Library Learning Lab
In this 90-minute workshop, you will develop the skills to approach scholarship proposal writing with confidence. Working from winning graduate student samples of OGS, SSHRC, and/or NSERC proposals, we will examine common features of successful proposals, and we will teach you how to apply these writing strategies in your own proposal. This workshop will be conducted by Laurier’s Writing Consultants – James Southworth, PhD and Jordana Garbati, PhD. Both James and Jordana have won major academic awards. Wherever possible, choose the scholarship proposal writing workshop that is most targeted to your academic discipline. No registration required. Contact James Southworth at jsouthworth@wlu.ca for more information.
Scholarship Proposal Writing (Geography)
Sept. 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. in DAWB 2-105 (as part of the GG691 class)
In this 90-minute workshop, you will develop the skills to approach scholarship proposal writing with confidence. Working from winning graduate student samples of OGS, SSHRC, and/or NSERC proposals, we will examine common features of successful proposals, and we will teach you how to apply these writing strategies in your own proposal. This workshop will be conducted by Laurier’s Writing Consultants – James Southworth, PhD and Jordana Garbati, PhD. Both James and Jordana have won major academic awards. Wherever possible, choose the scholarship proposal writing workshop that is most targeted to your academic discipline. No registration required. Contact James Southworth at jsouthworth@wlu.ca for more information.
How to conduct a systematic review
Sept. 13 from 3 to 4 p.m.
How is a systematic review different from other reviews? What is knowledge synthesis? What is a meta-analysis and when should you use one? Critical analysis of systematic reviews from Cochrane Library and Campbell Collaboration as well as advanced searching techniques necessary for creating reviews.
Citing insights: sites to help you cite
Sept. 14 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Scholarship Proposal Writing (Arts)
Sept. 17 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Library Learning Lab
In this 90-minute workshop, you will develop the skills to approach scholarship proposal writing with confidence. Working from winning graduate student samples of OGS, SSHRC, and/or NSERC proposals, we will examine common features of successful proposals, and we will teach you how to apply these writing strategies in your own proposal. This workshop will be conducted by Laurier’s Writing Consultants – James Southworth, PhD and Jordana Garbati, PhD. Both James and Jordana have won major academic awards. Wherever possible, choose the scholarship proposal writing workshop that is most targeted to your academic discipline. No registration required. Contact James Southworth at jsouthworth@wlu.ca for more information.
Citing insights: sites to help you cite (Kitchener)
Sept. 18 from 12 to 1 p.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations. Kitchener (Social Work) campus.
Scholarship Proposal Writing (Social Work)
Sept. 19 from 12 to 1:30 p.m. at 120 Duke St. W., Room 108
In this 90-minute workshop, you will develop the skills to approach scholarship proposal writing with confidence. Working from winning graduate student samples of OGS, SSHRC, and/or NSERC proposals, we will examine common features of successful proposals, and we will teach you how to apply these writing strategies in your own proposal. This workshop will be conducted by Laurier’s Writing Consultants – James Southworth, PhD and Jordana Garbati, PhD. Both James and Jordana have won major academic awards. Wherever possible, choose the scholarship proposal writing workshop that is most targeted to your academic discipline. No registration required. Contact James Southworth at jsouthworth@wlu.ca for more information.
Scholarship Proposal Writing (Business)
Sept. 21 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in Lazaridis Hall, LH4114
In this 90-minute workshop, you will develop the skills to approach scholarship proposal writing with confidence. Working from winning graduate student samples of OGS, SSHRC, and/or NSERC proposals, we will examine common features of successful proposals, and we will teach you how to apply these writing strategies in your own proposal. This workshop will be conducted by Laurier’s Writing Consultants – James Southworth, PhD and Jordana Garbati, PhD. Both James and Jordana have won major academic awards. Wherever possible, choose the scholarship proposal writing workshop that is most targeted to your academic discipline. No registration required. Contact James Southworth at jsouthworth@wlu.ca for more information.
Scholarship Proposal Writing (Psychology)
Sept. 21 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Science Building, N2005
In this 90-minute workshop, you will develop the skills to approach scholarship proposal writing with confidence. Working from winning graduate student samples of OGS, SSHRC, and/or NSERC proposals, we will examine common features of successful proposals, and we will teach you how to apply these writing strategies in your own proposal. This workshop will be conducted by Laurier’s Writing Consultants – James Southworth, PhD and Jordana Garbati, PhD. Both James and Jordana have won major academic awards. Wherever possible, choose the scholarship proposal writing workshop that is most targeted to your academic discipline. No registration required. Contact James Southworth at jsouthworth@wlu.ca for more information.
Scholarship Proposal Writing (Science)
Sept. 24 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Library Learning Lab
In this 90-minute workshop, you will develop the skills to approach scholarship proposal writing with confidence. Working from winning graduate student samples of OGS, SSHRC, and/or NSERC proposals, we will examine common features of successful proposals, and we will teach you how to apply these writing strategies in your own proposal. This workshop will be conducted by Laurier’s Writing Consultants – James Southworth, PhD and Jordana Garbati, PhD. Both James and Jordana have won major academic awards. Wherever possible, choose the scholarship proposal writing workshop that is most targeted to your academic discipline. No registration required. Contact James Southworth at jsouthworth@wlu.ca for more information.
Citing insights: sites to help you cite (Online)
Sept. 25 from 6 to 7 p.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations. Online-only webinar.
Essentials of Productive Team (Mitacs)
Sept. 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Albert McCormick Community Centre, Waterloo
Recognize and utilize the skills of others to achieve workplace goals quickly while gaining an understanding of what it takes to lead and participate in a truly effective work team that meets deadlines and sees results.
Searching for scholarly literature
Sept. 26 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Scholarship Proposal Writing (International Public Policy and Global Governance)
Sept. 28 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Balsillie School, Room 2-33
In this 90-minute workshop, you will develop the skills to approach scholarship proposal writing with confidence. Working from winning graduate student samples of OGS, SSHRC, and/or NSERC proposals, we will examine common features of successful proposals, and we will teach you how to apply these writing strategies in your own proposal. This workshop will be conducted by Laurier’s Writing Consultants – James Southworth, PhD and Jordana Garbati, PhD. Both James and Jordana have won major academic awards. Wherever possible, choose the scholarship proposal writing workshop that is most targeted to your academic discipline. No registration required. Contact James Southworth at jsouthworth@wlu.ca for more information.
October
Citing insights: sites to help you cite
Oct. 3 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Searching for scholarly literature
Oct. 4 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Career Planning for Grad Students
Oct. 4 from 12 to 1:25 p.m.
This session will introduce practical strategies and resources to assist you in conducting the necessary self-reflection and research to identify ideal work environments, optimal job satisfiers and realistic goals for pursuing an academic or non-academic career.
Citing insights: sites to help you cite
Oct. 9 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Finding government policy and its analysis
Oct. 9 from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Learn some strategies for hunting down not only the government policy documents, but also the steps that led up to the creation of the policy in the first place. Discover some ways to find policy analysis, including how you might consider the merits of these arguments.
Finding legislation and its analysis
Oct. 11 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Learn about the legislative process to produce our laws, and how you can track a Bill to its final destination, a Statute. Find out, too, how to start looking for analytical information about these legal instruments, including analysis of their coming into force, their use in court proceedings, and their impact on individuals and society.
CV Writing for Academic Settings
Oct. 11 from 11:30 to 1:00 p.m.
Interested in a career in academia or research? This workshop will introduce the unique purpose, format and guidelines for creating an effective Curriculum Vitae (CV), as well as clarify the main distinctions between a resumé and a CV. Participants are encouraged to bring their current resumé or CV to the session.
Scholarship Proposal Writing (Brantford)
Oct. 17 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in Dalhousie Centre, DC116
In this 90-minute workshop, you will develop the skills to approach scholarship proposal writing with confidence. Working from winning graduate student samples of OGS, SSHRC, and/or NSERC proposals, we will examine common features of successful proposals, and we will teach you how to apply these writing strategies in your own proposal. This workshop will be conducted by Laurier’s Writing Consultants – James Southworth, PhD and Jordana Garbati, PhD. Both James and Jordana have won major academic awards. Wherever possible, choose the scholarship proposal writing workshop that is most targeted to your academic discipline. No registration required. Contact James Southworth at jsouthworth@wlu.ca for more information.
Job Search & Networking for Academic Settings
Oct. 18 from 12 to 1 p.m.
The academic job market can be difficult to navigate. Early preparation is essential for advancement within the professional academic arena. This workshop will explore the academic labour market and factors tied to success, and provide an overview of how best to promote yourself and build your reputation and academic connections.
Graduate researchers' toolkit
Oct. 18 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Discover new tools and strategies regarding information discovery, analysis, writing, publication, outreach, and assessment.
Citing insights: sites to help you cite
Oct. 24 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Transferable Skills: Articulate Your Experiences
Oct. 25 from 12 to 1:25 p.m.
Learn how to identify and articulate your strengths in a relevant and appealing way to potential employers.
Finding government policy and its analysis
Oct. 30 from 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Learn some strategies for hunting down not only the government policy documents, but also the steps that led up to the creation of the policy in the first place. Discover some ways to find policy analysis, including how you might consider the merits of these arguments.
November
Finding legislation and its analysis
Nov. 1 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Learn about the legislative process to produce our laws, and how you can track a Bill to its final destination, a Statute. Find out, too, how to start looking for analytical information about these legal instruments, including analysis of their coming into force, their use in court proceedings, and their impact on individuals and society.
Career Planning for Grad Students
Nov. 2 from 9 to 10:25 a.m.
This session will introduce practical strategies and resources to assist you in conducting the necessary self-reflection and research to identify ideal work environments, optimal job satisfiers and realistic goals for pursuing an academic or non-academic career.
Transferable Skills: Articulate Your Experiences
Nov. 2 from 10:30 to 11:55 a.m.
Learn how to identify and articulate your strengths in a relevant and appealing way to potential employers.
CV Writing for Academic Settings
Nov. 2 from 12 to 1:25 p.m.
Interested in a career in academia or research? This workshop will introduce the unique purpose, format and guidelines for creating an effective Curriculum Vitae (CV), as well as clarify the main distinctions between a resumé and a CV. Participants are encouraged to bring their current resumé or CV to the session.
Resumé Writing
Nov. 2 from 12 to 1:25 p.m.
This session will provide guidelines for presenting your relevant qualifications effectively and connecting your skills, experiences and abilities to a target job. You are encouraged to bring a copy of your most recent resumé or CV and cover letter.
Job Search & Networking for Academic Settings
Nov. 2 from 1:30 to 2:55 p.m.
The academic job market can be difficult to navigate. Early preparation is essential for advancement within the professional academic arena. This workshop will explore the academic labour market and factors tied to success, and provide an overview of how best to promote yourself and build your reputation and academic connections.
Job Search & Networking for Non-Academic Settings
Nov. 2 from 1:30 to 2:55 p.m.
Discover ways to build your professional network and make a positive impression when interacting with potential employers. Learn about the benefits of informational interviews and how to conduct one effectively.
Citing insights: sites to help you cite
Nov. 8 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Fact or crap? Information literacy and the theory of bullshit
Nov. 15 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Real information to combat the world of fake news.
Finding government policy and its analysis
Nov. 20 from 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Learn some strategies for hunting down not only the government policy documents, but also the steps that led up to the creation of the policy in the first place. Discover some ways to find policy analysis, including how you might consider the merits of these arguments.
Finding legislation and its analysis
Nov. 23 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Learn about the legislative process to produce our laws, and how you can track a Bill to its final destination, a Statute. Find out, too, how to start looking for analytical information about these legal instruments, including analysis of their coming into force, their use in court proceedings, and their impact on individuals and society.
December
Citing insights: sites to help you cite
Dec. 5 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Winter 2019
January
Citing insights: sites to help you cite
Jan. 8 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Clickbait Science: Understanding Research Impact
Jan. 17 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Where should you publish? How should you manage your online profile? Issues around authorship, copyright and publication agreements. Learn about bibliometrics, citation analysis, impact factors, altmetrics and other publication related topics.
Citing insights: sites to help you cite
Jan. 18 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Citing insights: sites to help you cite
Jan. 24 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
February
Feb. 1 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Learn strategies for creating a focused question that will streamline your thesis or dissertation research and help you finish on time.
Planning and Writing a Literature Review
Feb. 12 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Learn how to plan, research and write a literature review for your thesis or dissertation.
Citing insights: sites to help you cite
Feb. 14 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Learn how two citation and document management tools (Zotero and Mendeley) can help keep your research work organized and save you time when you need to prepare properly formatted bibliographies and in-text citations.
Bioinformatics
Feb. 14 from 3 to 4 p.m.
A hands-on introduction to popular genomic, nucleotide and protein databases online. Learn about the types of data in each database and how to effectively navigate them.
March
How will you die? OR Health Statistics on the Web
March 21 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Seriously, come find out what the odds tell us about how you will die. Also how to find health data on the Internet. Familiarize yourself with hands-on exercises in finding health statistics.
April
April 12 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Learn how to plan, research and write a literature review for your thesis or dissertation.