National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW)
The National Postdoc Appreciation Week is held every year in September to recognize the significant contributions that postdoctoral scholars make to research and discovery. Postdoc organizations around the world participate by holding special events. In 2010, this week was officially recognized by the U.S. House of Representatives. At JHU, events are held throughout the week by various committees to create awareness and celebrate postdocs.​
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​​The NPAW 2024 is between September 16 -22​​
Event Details
Sep. 16, 2024
Coffee and BAGEL
10:00 AM
Preclinical Teaching Building Courtyard
To kickstart the NPAW 2024, the BME committee of JHPDA will host an informal mixer for the postdocs. Come and join us over a cup of coffee and share some great thoughts with your fellow postdocs to get over the Monday blues!
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Contact Details: PDC Co-Chairs: ssurwas1@jhu.edu, nsarkar2@jhmi.edu
International FOOD CULTURAL FEST
4:00-6:00 PM
Turner Auditorium
Organized by the Social and International Committee JHPDA, the fest aims at celebrating the cultural diversity of JHU postdocs through culinary delicacies!
The registration link is given below:
https://forms.gle/EgPDi1oLQ48waEHJ9
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Contact details: amehta50@jh.edu, mtamils1@jh.edu
Sep. 17, 2024
Professional Headshot
10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Phipps Garden
Capture your professional best—join us at the JHPDA Professional Headshot Event, brought to you by the Professional Development Committee (PDC)!
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Contact Details: PDC Co-Chairs: ssasann1@jh.edu, ffayyaz1@jh.edu
Postdoc Information Session
2:00 PM
Virtual
Get your questions answered and gain valuable insights at the Info Session + Q&A for International Scholars, hosted by the Office of International Services (OIS)
Registration link: https://jh.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pG1VtBCuSyC2pbAg-7Ri4Q
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Contact Details: J1-Advising@jhu.edu
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Path to US Residency (Personal Statement Writing)
3:00 PM
Virtual
Unlock the secrets to a standout personal statement with Dr. Ed Hsu: Your guide on the path to U.S. medical residency success for international medical graduates.
Registration link: https://lu.ma/PSforIMG
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Contact Details: sgopina2@jhu.edu, abuddhi1@jhmi.edu
Sep. 18, 2024
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Executive Expresso: Brewing Innovation
10:00 AM-11:00 AM
Preclinical Teaching Building Courtyard
Join us for the Expresso Event, hosted by the executive board, as we come together to reflect and connect over shared experiences.
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Contact Details: mmajood1@jh.edu, pagraw10@jhmi.edu
Sep. 19, 2024
Wellness Event with Dog Therapy
1:00-4:30 PM
MRB G01/G03
Take a break and de-stress at Wellness Day with dog therapy, vaccines, and more—organized by Health Promotion and Wellbeing Office & JHPDA Professional Development committee
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Contact Details: PDC Co-Chairs: ssasann1@jh.edu, ffayyaz1@jh.edu
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Dinner and Trivia Night
7:00-9:30 PM
Max’s Taphouse
Test your knowledge and enjoy a great meal at Trivia Night—hosted by DPAC and SPH!
Registration link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/13wBBB-PyrTHPAWihaMIjDctuApqqu5Cnq99AzA22Gm8/edit?usp=sharing
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Contact Details: PDC Co-Chairs: aliapod1@jh.edu, jliu324@jhu.edu
Sep. 20, 2024
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Professional headshot
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
Phipps Garden
The Doctoral Life Design Studio and JHPDA Policy and Advocacy Committee presents a professional headshot event—capture your best look with some snacks
Registration link: https://lu.ma/photosEB
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Contact Details: apereyr2@jh.edu, soh52@jhmi.edu
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NIH Loan Repayment Seminar,
3:00-4:00 Pm
Virtual/Preclinical Teaching Building Courtyard (PCTB)
Unlock financial relief with the NIH Loan Repayment Seminar—join us for insights and snacks at PCTB, hosted by Diversity Postdoctoral Alliance Committee!
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Contact Details: aliapod1@jh.edu
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Unwind and Inspire
4:00-4:45 PM
Sheldon Hall (W1214), Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
​Unwind and Inspire with Nobel Laureate Dr. Adam Riess, in conversation with Dr. Sabine Stanley, Bloomberg Distinguished Professor and Vice Provost-Graduate & Professional Education.
Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScziyJ9xI6Pmx-xvrf5mopEhtDEiEhHQQdsnHvwKKDWTjOOpQ/viewform
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Contact details: amehta50@jh.edu, mtamils1@jh.edu
Sep. 21, 2024
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Joint Happy hour JHPDA-HWPDA
5:00 PM
Fadensonnen
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Join HWPDA and JHPDA for a relaxed Happy Hour Networking event—connect, socialize, and expand your network with fellow postdocs!
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Contact details: jeugeni1@jhmi.edu
Sep. 22, 2024
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Baltimore Orioles vs Detroit Tigers
1:00-4:30 PM
Camden Yards, Eutaw St
The Baltimore Orioles' clash with the Detroit Tigers showcasing the pinnacle of competitive baseball as We conclude the ‘NPAW 2024 celebration’ with this sensational experience!
The event is jointly hosted by JHPDA and HWPDA.
Contact details: ccohen27@jhmi.edu, htadbir1@jhu.edu