Upcoming Events: 

NSF Fellowship Application Workshop

Melissa Walsh, PhD, hosts a virtual workshop to offer guidance on submitting an NSF fellowship application. The training session will offer an overview of the fellowship, tips on navigating the process and the NSF, and an overview of the components of the application. There will be a half an hour set aside for a Q&A session with Melissa. This workshop will take place virtually on August 20 from 12pm-1:30pm. Register with the link above.

NIH F-Series Fellowship Application Workshop series

Melissa Walsh, PhD, hosts a three-part series of workshops dedicated to the NIH F-Series Fellowship applications. The three sessions will cover an intro to the F-series application, grant writing tips, and information about the peer-review process. This workshop will be on September 30, October 8, and October 16 from 12-1pm.

Past Events:

BioMed F1RSTS Walking Tour 

Join BioMed F1RSTS on a historal walking tour of Benefit Street in the tour "Benefit Street: A Mile of History Tour" hosted by the Providence Tour Company. See and experience the beautiful and historical Benefit Street in a new light this June. If you're interested in attending, reach out to [email protected] to receive the registration link. We hope to see you there!

BioMed F1RSTS Presents: Making the Most of your PhD and Postdoc workshop 

All PhD students are invited to join BioMed F1RSTS on June 18 from 2pm-3pm at Petteruti Lounge in Stephen Robert Campus Center for a workshop hosted by CEO of Propel Careers, Lauren Celano. This workshop will help you to develop career relevant skills in academia as you prepare for what comes after you have received your PhD. If you'd like to join us, please register here. We look forward to seeing you there!

An Introduction to NIH Fellowship Submissions 

Submitting an NRSA Fellowship and need some guidance preparing your application? The basic training session will cover: 

  • fellowship overview
  • tips on navigating the process and the NIH 
  • an overview of the components of the application 

Presented by: Melissa Walsh, Ph.D.
Date: Monday, Feb. 5, 2024
Time: Noon - 1:00 PM
Location: Sidney Frank Hall, Room 218

Fundamentals of Grant Writing

Submitting an NRSA Fellowship application and need some guidance with what to write? This training session will cover:

  • How to catch a reviewer's eye with your application
  • Tips on what information to include
  • How to put your best foot forward when writing your application

Presented by: Melissa Walsh, Ph.D.
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024
Time: Noon - 1:00 PM
Location: Sidney Frank Hall, Room 218

Fellowship Peer Review Process

Submitting an NRSA Fellowship application and have any questions about the process? This training session will cover:

  • The three times of year to submit your application
  • Any unanswered questions you might have
  • What will happen after your application has been submitted

Presented by: Melissa Walsh, Ph.D.
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024
Time: Noon - 1:00 PM
Location: Virtual

BioMed F1RSTS Lunch

The Office of Graduate Studies is excited to invite you to the first BioMed community event of 2024! We are inviting any BioMed Graduate Students who identify as “first-gen”, along with faculty members, to enjoy a relaxing lunch, build community, and establish connections. If you identify as a first-gen grad student or are a faculty member who wants to support this organization, please email Melissa Walsh at [email protected] to receive the invitation link.