Postdoctoral Scholar Toolkit
Make the most of the postdoc experience.
The Office of Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Initiatives, located within the Graduate School, advocates for postdoctoral fellows and researchers. We collaborate with faculty, administrators and departments across the University to provide the support and resources our postdoctoral scholars need as they prepare for their future careers.
About the Office of graduate students and Postdoctoral Initiatives
The Office of Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Initiatives exists to:
- Change the culture surrounding postdoctoral education at the University through advocacy and policy change
- Encourage excellence in postdoctoral advising, training, and professional development
- Prepare the next generation of scholars to be leaders in their respective fields
Contact Us
Mariam Banahi
Assistant Director for Postdoctoral Initiatives
Twin Cities Campus | Johnston Hall 306
banah004@umn.edu
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05. 01. 2024
It is with great pleasure that we announce the appointment of Dr. Edgar Arriaga as the new Associate Dean for Faculty Initiatives at the Graduate School, effective June 3, 2024.
04. 23. 2024
The Community of Scholars Program Writing Initiative and the SPARK Editorial Board are excited to announce the publication of the fourth issue of SPARK!
03. 18. 2024
The Graduate School is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 Endowed Fellowship Recipients