Graduate & Postdoctoral Scholar Resource Center

Dedicated to supporting the academic and professional success of all UC Irvine graduate students and postdoctoral scholar, the Graduate & Postdoctoral Scholar Resource Center (GPSRC) has everything you need to succeed. The GPSRC offers workshops and programs designed to support professional development; writing support; communication; preparation of grant and fellowship funding applications; wellness and work-life balance; mentoring and much more! To browse upcoming events and register, please visit the UCI Graduate Division Campus Groups page.

COVID-19 Impact on Winter GPSRC Programming:

One-on-one appointments will continue to take place virtually via Zoom.

Writing Appointments

You can register through AppointmentPlus for an appointment or email gpsrc@uci.edu. We will reach out to you with Zoom meeting information prior to your appointment by email.

Career Advising

Graduate Students: Appointments are available from the Division of Career Pathways by visiting uci.joinhandshake.com and selecting the appropriate appointment type for your needs.

Postdocs: Appointments with Dr. Kayleigh Anderson-Natale, Director of Postdoc and Professional Development can be made by following this link. Graduate students may also make an appointment with Dr. Anderson-Natale if they are unable to make an appointment with the Division fo Career Pathways.

We appreciate your flexibilty during this time. If you have any questions please email gpsrc@uci.edu.

Stay tuned for updates about fall professional development workshops and certificate programs.

Thank you for your understanding. For more information please click here for ongoing updates COVID-19 updated regarding graduate students and postdoctoral scholars.

Undergraduate Graduate Preparation Advising

Graduate Division staff hold weekly 20 minute appointments to address undergraduate questions about graduate school. This support includes exploring graduate school options, navigating the application process, understanding funding options, and building research experience. During Winter quarter this service is available by appointment. Schedule your appointment here.

Virtual Suggestion Box

Graduate Division wants to hear from you!

Anonymously, share with us:
* Your current stressors or concerns
* A program idea
* How can we best support you during this time?

Let us know by completing this form.

In addition:

Support during the transitions of new graduate students and postdocs to the UC Irvine campus
Host academic courses and certificate programs for professional and personal development
Individual consultation for career planning, funding opportunities, public speaking coaching and graduate preparation
Resource library
Reservable space for studying, meetings and events
Building connections to campus resources and with other graduate students

Stop by to explore the many resources we have to offer or contact us by phone 949-824-3849 or email.

The Graduate & Postdoctoral Scholar Resource Center (GPSRC) is open REMOTELY:

Monday through Friday 9AM - 5PM

The GPSRC is located on the third floor of the Gateway Study Center - in between the Langson Library and the Cross-Cultural Center, directly across from Aldrich Hall. The main entrance is located at the rear of the building (facing Aldrich Park). Click here for a map to the GPSRC.

Phone 949-824-3849

Email GPSRC@uci.edu

The GPSRC hosts academic courses and certificate programs throughout the year. Here's what the GPSRC has going for Fall 2020. Click below to sign up.

Activate to Captivate

Mondays, October 12 to November 30 from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM PST
Public Speaking: Activate to Captivate is an 8-week communication certificate program for postdocs and graduate students. Participants will learn and practice strategies to craft a dynamic and compelling presentation including:

• Overcoming anxiety
• Commanding a room
• Communicating effectively with an audience of any size

Click here to register.

Mentoring Excellence Program

Thursdays, October 15 to November 18 from 1:00 – 2:00 PM PST

Effective mentoring is a crucial part of the academic experience. This six session program focuses on skills and resources related to mentorship. The Mentoring Excellence Program (MEP) is intended for those who are:

Curious about becoming a mentor
Current mentors who want to expand their skills
Interested in having a stronger relationship with their own mentor
Thinking about becoming a mentor in any Graduate Division program

Click here to register.

Improv for Teaching

Mondays, October 19 to November 9 from 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Facilitated by Activate to Captivate’s Bri McWhorter, this four-session communication program is for postdocs and graduate students.

This highly interactive program will help participants learn to:
― Think on your feet
― Engage in active listening techniques
― Create a collaborative learning environment
― Expand your imagination to lead a dynamic classroom

Click here to register.

Excellent communication skills are essential to professional success. This includes public speaking, interpersonal communication,, interview techniques, and the ability comfortably to a variety of audiences. Click here to learn more about these initiatives.

Communication Skills for Academics - Certificate Program
Public Speaking: Activate to Captivate
Interview Skills Boot Camp
Public Speaking Boot Camp
Communications Consultants
Quarterly workshops:
- Networking Step 1: Introducing Yourself
- Communicating with Confidence
- Crafting a Persuasive Research Statement for the Job Search
- One Hour Presentations: Public Speaking Strategies for Job Talks, Colloquia, and Lab Meetings
- Effective Communication: Persuading Others
- Presentation Fundamentals: Giving a Good Talk

The GPSRC works with faculty and campus resource centers to offer in-depth workshops on topics including professional development, writing skills, work-life balance, and funding opportunities including:

$mart $tart - Salary Negotiation Skills
How to Work with Others without Losing Friends
Imagine Yourself Outside of Academia
Communicating with Confidence

Upcoming workshops can be found on the Graduate Division calendar. Click here for a look at the complete listing of GPSRC workshops.

PHONE: 949-824-3849
E-MAIL: GPSRC@uci.edu