Upcoming Fall 2026 GA Registration Deadline
As a reminder, all students employed as Graduate Assistants are required to maintain full-time student status (6 or more credits), as noted in their offer letter and the Graduate Catalog. Employment as a GA is a result of student status, therefore it is recommended that you register by August 1 and it is required that you are registered for a minimum of 6 credits before the start date of your employment (August 23, 2026). Please be aware that if you do not enroll in the minimum 6 credits required to maintain full-time student status, the University cannot employ you as a GA.
To register now, log into Student Admin. You can also find helpful information, resources, and to-do items specific to your role as a GA, including information about GA health insurance and deadlines for enrolling in GA payroll deductions to pay your fee bill, at the Graduate Assistant Onboarding page.
If you have any questions about this requirement or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to megan.petsa@uconn.edu.
Postdoc Appreciation Week 2026
The University of Connecticut Postdoc Working Group, in partnership with The Graduate School, UConn Health (Farmington), and the Center for Career Readiness and Life Skills, is excited to announce National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW26) 2026, taking place from Monday, September 21, through Friday, September 25, on the Storrs campus.
This year’s theme, “Celebrating 150 Years of the U.S. Postdoc Position,” recognizes the important role postdoctoral scholars have played in advancing research, innovation, and higher education. It also reflects the purpose of National Postdoc Appreciation Week, which is dedicated to recognizing and supporting postdoctoral researchers across institutions nationwide.
Throughout the week, postdocs from all UConn campuses are invited to participate in a variety of events focused on professional development, networking, and community building. These events provide opportunities for postdocs to connect with colleagues, learn about available resources, and celebrate their contributions to the UConn community.
This year’s NPAW26 will also feature the Second Annual Postdoc Research Day. Postdocs interested in participating in the Postdoc Research Day should read more HERE and register once the application opens on July 20, 2026. Postdocs, Faculty, staff, graduate students, and all other attendees should use the general RSVP form to register for the week's events. Please see below for more information about the scheduled events and activities.
2026 Postdoc Research Day
The University of Connecticut's Postdoc Working Group, in partnership with The Graduate School, invites you to register and participate in the Second Annual Postdoc Research Day. This one-day research event will be held at location and date TBD. This event is designed to provide postdoctoral scholars with an opportunity to present their research to a general audience while participating in professional development training that prepares them for the next steps in their careers.
Postdocs from all UConn campuses, with the exception of UConn Health, are encouraged to register and participate in the 2026 Postdoc Research Day. The competition will feature a maximum of 30 poster presentations. In addition, up to 20 postdocs will be selected to deliver a three-minute presentation about their research to a general audience. All postdocs are welcome to present their research.
Since space is limited, participation will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis upon receipt of a complete application. Selections will also take into consideration equitable representation across UConn's schools, colleges, departments, and institutes.
To help participants prepare for the competition, all selected presenters will be required to attend a mandatory practice session, either in person at the Whetten Graduate Center, Giolas Conference Room, second floor or virtually via Microsoft Teams. During the practice session, judges will provide constructive feedback to help presenters strengthen their presentations before the competition.
Please note that all oral presentations must be no longer than three minutes. Interested postdocs are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as registration opens, as available presentation spots will be filled on a rolling basis.
Applicants who submit their applications after all oral presentation slots have been filled may be placed on a waitlist and will be notified if an oral presentation opportunity becomes available. Selected postdocs will have the opportunity to present their research through a three-minute oral presentation. All interested postdocs are also welcome to participate in the poster presentation session.
On the registration form, please indicate whether you would like to be considered for an oral presentation, a poster presentation only, or both. Postdocs participating only in the poster presentation are encouraged to drop off their posters at The Graduate School front desk by December 7, 2026. Alternatively, posters may be dropped off at the registration desk on the day of the event before the poster session begins.
For postdocs (if you are not presenting), faculty members, staff, graduate students, and members of the UConn community who wish to attend the event to support their colleagues, lab mates, or department's representation, please RSVP for the event using this link.
Leading up to the event, The Graduate School will host two presentation workshops, including Designing Effective Presentations for postdocs. These workshops will also be open to graduate students. Additional information regarding directions, parking, and other event resources will be shared closer to the event date.
If you have questions about the Second Annual Postdoc Research Day, please contact The Graduate School by reaching out to Melanie V. Sinche at melanie.sinche@uconn.edu or Michael Inkoom Nyarko at rdu25001work@uconn.edu.
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