Professional development for you! Join the Student Success Team for our ongoing workshop series to build on your academic strengths and skills.
Fall 2024 Series Schedule
All events will be in the Student Success Hub, 217 Langley Hall, and last 45-60 minutes, unless otherwise noted. If an e-mail reminder about these events would be helpful to you, visit the University Events calendar and click the "I'm Interested" button for each session.
How to Write an Abstract
Thursday, September 12, 2024 at noon
Struggling to write an abstract for a presentation or writing assignment? Not sure what to submit for a class or conference? Learn what an abstract does and how to write one.
Presenter: Dr. Carl Sell
This event will take place on Zoom. Click here to join the workshop.
Building Resilience for Academic Success
Monday, September 23, 2024 at noon
The University Counseling Center will share practices and ideas on how to cope with stress in college.
Presenter: Bernadette Smith
Career Center Overview
Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
This session will give you an introduction to the Career Center and how to engage with them during your time as a student.
Presenter: Mary Newkirk
Preparing for Your Academic Advising Appointment
Monday, September 30, 2024 at noon
Learn what to expect from you and your advisor for your Academic Advising Appointment.
Presenter: Brian Williams
This event will take place on Zoom. Click here to join the workshop.
What is Research?
Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
What is research here at Pitt? Get an intro to different types of research and how to get involved.
Presenter: Dr. Carl Sell
This event will take place on Zoom. Click here to join the workshop.
This is a 90-minute workshop.
Using Academic Feedback in College
Thursday, October 3, 2024 at noon
Learn how to determine effective next steps and developing strategies for improvement with your academics. This support session helps students enhance their performance and achieve academic success.
Presenters: Larissa Ciuca and Natasha Williams
This event will take place on Zoom. RSVP before October 3 to receive a Zoom link for this session.
How to Network and Compose a Resume
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at noon
Learn to how to network at Pitt using Pitt platforms and draft a resume to apply for on-campus jobs, research positions, and internships.
Presenters: Melissa Kelly and Natasha Williams
This event will take place on Zoom. Click here to join the workshop.
Getting Ahead of Procrastination
Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
The University Counseling Center will share practices and ideas on how to overcome procrastination in college.
Presenter: Bernadette Smith
Understanding your FAFSA
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at noon
Spend time with an expert from the Office of Financial Aid to better understand your FAFSA and the FAFSA completion process.
Presenter: Ashley Eppley
Academic Exploration
Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
If you are questioning which major to choose, considering changing your major, or looking for ways to maximize your courses, you can explore other opportunities such as minors, certificates, and distinctions in this session.
Presenters: Kaylee Burns, Larissa Ciuca, and Natasha Williams
Stress Less about the Test
Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Learn how to manage stress during finals week and in your personal life.
Presenter: Bernadette Smith
Imposter Phenomenon
Monday, December 2, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
Learn what Imposter Phenomenon is and how to manage it.
Presenter: Lynnsey Doane
On Demand Workshops
- Canvas Overview and Walk-Through
- Professional and Effective Communication
- Study Strategies and Self-Regulated Learning
- Note-Taking Strategies
- Using Faculty Office Hours
- Succeed at Pitt
Questions?
Email us at studentsuccess@pitt.edu.
