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MSPQC Newsletter: September 27, 2022
by Grad Student Coordinator 27 Sep '22

27 Sep '22

Trouble viewing this email? View it on the web<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/es?s=1427524768&e=994646&elqTrackId=51e86178…>. [https://images.explore.wisc.edu/EloquaImages/clients/UWMADISON/%7B3360a012-…]<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40515&elqTrackId=8469AD3…> September 27, 2022 Announcements & Department Events Physics Department Colloquium Nuclear Power (fusion and fission), Galactic Radiation, and Space Exploration Thursday, September 29 | 12:00 PM | Orchard View Room, Discovery Building Speaker: Justin Kasper Abstract: Special joint colloquium between Physics, Engineering Physics, and Astronomy: Nuclear Power is about to Transform our Presence in Space. We are a decade into a revolution in our ability to access, explore, and use space. The cost of rockets and spacecraft and the time between launches have dropped by orders of magnitude. Advanced technologies allow us to send probes into harsh environments like the atmosphere of the Sun, the frozen craters of the lunar poles and the icy moons of the outer planets. Our ambitions are limited by the amount of energy we can carry into space, or more precisely the density of that energy. We need heat and electricity to operate on the moon at night or in permanently shadowed craters, and more efficient rockets to transport humans and cargo to Mars, and nuclear power is the solution. A small fission reactor can continuously power a base on the moon or Mars for a decade, and nuclear propulsion is several times more efficient than chemical rockets, halving the duration of a crewed mission. This talk will review the amazing work in nuclear technology and design under way right now to deploy nuclear power and propulsion in space. Astronomy Colloquium Galactic HII Regions and Structure in the Milky Way Thursday, September 29 | 3:30 PM | Sterling Hall 4421 or Zoom: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/94638296290?pwd=YmJLMFh2VlFIQmxDcnF3ejk0ajlzQT0… Speaker: Trey Wenger, NSF Astronomy & Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellow Abstract: Radio recombination lines (RRLs) are an unobscured tracer of ionized gas in both the diffuse interstellar medium (ISM) as well as high-mass star forming regions. The Green Bank Telescope HII Region Discovery Survey (HRDS) and its successors have more than doubled the number of known high-mass star forming regions in the Milky Way by detecting RRL emission toward infrared-identified HII region candidates. HII regions are the classic tracer of structure in galaxies, and their physical conditions (e.g., metallicity, internal kinematics) inform models of high-mass star formation and Galactic chemodynamical evolution. I will give a brief overview of our latest HRDS project, the Southern HII Region Discovery Survey, and some preliminary results with the first Galaxy-wide flux-limited HII region sample, including a novel technique to constrain Milky Way spiral structure. In the SHRDS, we serendipitously discovered a population of HII regions with ionized gas velocity gradients. I will discuss both the origin and implications of this discovery on models of high-mass star formation as well the future of Galactic structure and HII region science (both Galactic and extragalactic) in the era of ALMA and ngVLA. Physics Department Colloquium Black Holes and Quantum Information Friday, September 30 | 3:30 PM | 2103 Chamberlin Hall Speaker: Tom Hartman, Cornell Abstract: The black hole information paradox, discovered by Hawking in 1976, is that black hole evaporation seems to violate quantum mechanics by creating too much entropy. I will describe the current status of this problem and discuss recent progress, including a new calculation of the entropy of Hawking radiation that is compatible with unitary quantum mechanics. There are two key ingredients: a link between classical geometry and quantum entanglement, and higher topologies in quantum gravity known as replica wormholes. I will also discuss the prospects for applying similar methods to cosmology in the early universe, which is similar in some ways to the inside of a black hole. Get Involved! Gender Minorities and Women in Physics (GMaWiP) GMaWiP is a group for women and gender minorities (including trans and nonbinary people) at all levels in academia interested in physics. Our meetings have been made up of grad students, undergrads, faculty, staff, and postdocs. We provide support and advocacy for all GM&W and other minoritized groups in physics. Join our email list (for both GM&W and allies) to hear about all our events and activities!<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=37100&elqTrackId=D4BBD0D…> Physics Graduate Student Council (PGSC) PGSC is a group of physics graduate students at UW-Madison working to improve the well-being and success of graduate students in the Department of Physics. Current Physics graduate students can participate in or help organize one of many activities we plan to host this year. Consider joining one or more of our four committees if you would like to get involved<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=37099&elqTrackId=30FDBAC…>\ Memberships Available: UW-Madison APS Chapter<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=23273&elqTrackId=AF587C3…> The American Physical Society<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=23274&elqTrackId=4E0B2B6…> (APS) has approved UW-Madison for an APS Chapter, which is a new program for graduate students and early career scientists (defined as having received their PhD within the past five years). There are no fees or responsibilities required to be a member of the chapter and the chapter can request speakers from the APS and will receive a small grant every 6 months. In addition, chapter members who are also APS members may have the opportunity to apply for certain travel grants. More information on the program can be found here<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=23273&elqTrackId=6FC47D8…>. For more information, contact Luca Riitano<mailto:riitano@wisc.edu>. Important Dates November 7: Spring 2023 enrollment appointment times assigned November 14: Spring 2023 enrollment begins November 24: Deadline for graduate students to change variable credits, request pass/fail or credit/audit November 25: Deadline for students to drop/add a fall term course (after: need academic dean approval) December 14: Deadline for students to withdraw from fall term courses December 14: Last day of instructions for Fall 2022 term December 25: Fall 2022 Grades Post January 24: Spring 2023 Instruction Begins Professional Development Fellowship Application Writing Workshop Wednesday, Sept 28 | 10 - 11:30 am Online Register HERE<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=41494&elqTrackId=FF1C2D6…>. How Graduate Students Can Build a Personal Brand: Standing Out in a Crowded Job Market Thursday, September 29, 10:00─11:15am In this workshop, you will develop a personal brand and learn how it can be leveraged to showcase your strengths and build relationships, for job searching in academia, government, business, or the non-profit world. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1wq8sxJgz6cfMq9ynJrQ06ZToqvSfvjUeGNs77nQLLa…<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40508&elqTrackId=B7EB834…> You're Researching What? Crafting a 3-Minute Research Talk that Appeals to the Public<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40508&elqTrackId=B7EB834…> Thursday, Oct 6 | 4 - 5:15 pm<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40508&elqTrackId=B7EB834…> Online | Disciplinary Expertise and Interdisciplinary Connections | Communication<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40508&elqTrackId=B7EB834…> Communicating your research to a non-specialist audience is an essential career skill, whether you’re preparing for job interviews, networking at a conference, or just trying to explain to family and friends what you do with your time. This online workshop, sponsored by the Writing Center and the Graduate School Office of Professional Development, will help graduate students from all disciplines to prepare an accessible, intriguing three-minute talk about their research. If you’re interested in learning how to craft a concise, general explanation of your research, or if you plan to participate in the Three Minute Thesis® (3MT®) competition, this workshop is for you. <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40508&elqTrackId=B7EB834…> Register HERE<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40891&elqTrackId=38BAB44…>. Student Job Opportunities (On Campus)--hourly and assistantship positions listed https://studentjobs.wisc.edu/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=3456&elqTrackId=400868B8…> Employment and Funding Opportunities Quibit x Quibit is Hiring Quantum Teaching Assistants! Qubit by Qubit (QxQ) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to training the future diverse quantum workforce. We are pioneering innovative programs for students in middle school through college with the goal of making quantum computing accessible to students around the world, particularly students historically underrepresented in STEM. We are looking for Teaching Assistants (TAs) who will support our Summer 2022 and Academic Year 2022-2023 programs. TAs are an integral part of all of our educational programs. They lead lab sections - guiding students through quantum coding exercises and reviewing concepts introduced in lecture - and support other teaching and curriculum development needs. TAs are often asked to participate in special events to talk with students about their personal experiences in college and graduate school. As an organization that serves a diverse group of students, we are strongly focused on ensuring our instructional team reflects the diversity of our students. Working with QxQ, TAs will refine their own quantum computing skills, get the chance to work with leaders in quantum education, and make a lasting impact on students around the world. This role is entirely remote. TAs will be paid a stipend commensurate with experience and based on the amount of time they work weekly. For all programs, TAs will be required to participate in training on the curriculum and teaching best practices. Interested applicants can apply here: https://airtable.com/shryuJki9swjOJnA9<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=35466&elqTrackId=7E25DF0…> Careers in Physics, APS Physics Visit the APS Physics website to explore Physics jobs and to find resources for job seekers. https://www.aps.org/careers/index.cfm<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=34239&elqTrackId=A5EB441…> Chicago Quantum Exchange:<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=25378&elqTrackId=3C18C5A…> Job Opportunities Visit the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) website to explore job postings in Quantum information: https://chicagoquantum.org/resources/job-opportunities<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=34238&elqTrackId=00A298A…> QED-C, Quantum Jobs Check out available listings of employment opportunities at QED-C members companies. 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This online, self-guided resource provides treatment options 24 hours a day through evidence-based modules on anxiety, depression, body image, and stress. SilverCloud is designed to help students manage day-to-day stresses and improve resilience.<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=1437&elqTrackId=D4AEF678…> https://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/silvercloud/<https://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/silvercloud/?elqTrackId=FB1CEA4FE451…> · YOU@WISC. This portal has tools and information to help you be well, with modules on stress management, self-care, social support, suicidal thoughts, mindfulness, academic wellness, and more.<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=1437&elqTrackId=D4AEF678…> https://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/you/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=23687&elqTrackId=DB21636…> Multicultural Graduate Student Support The Office of Diversity, inclusion, and Funding is a great resource for UW-Madison graduate students for social networking, learning, and professional development opportunities. 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MSPQC Reminders and Updates
by ELIZABETH M BALDRIDGE 27 Sep '22

27 Sep '22

Hello MSPQC Students: I hope your semester is going well! I'm reaching out with some updates: 1. I am out beginning today @ 4:30 PM until Tuesday, October 4 @ 8:30 AM. Please reach out to Sharon Kahn with any time-sensitive questions/requests. Otherwise, I will respond to emails when I'm back and am happy to meet in-person after October 3. 2. I've attached an updated schedule for PHYS 701. 3. You should all have access to Chamberlin Hall from the Charter St. entry during hours the building is closes. You can use your WiscCard on the card scanner at the Charter St. entry. Please let me know if your WiscCard does not allow you access. That's all for now. As always, please reach out if I can help with anything. Have a wonderful week and weekend! Elizabeth Hart-Baldridge, M.S. Ed. Graduate Program Manager Master of Science in Physics-Quantum Computing Program<https://www.physics.wisc.edu/graduate/mspqc-prospective-students/> Department of Physics University of Wisconsin-Madison Elizabeth.baldridge(a)wisc.edu<mailto:Elizabeth.baldridge@wisc.edu> (608)263-2235 NOTE: I will be out of the office on the following dates. September 27 - October 3 October 5 - 8 (Available remotely) October 25 - 30 (Available remotely) November 6 - 8 (Available remotely) Need to meet with me? Schedule a meeting here: https://calendly.com/elizabeth-baldridge/30min-1

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Please Consider Being a Physics Tutor
by Grad Student Coordinator 20 Sep '22

20 Sep '22

Hello Physics Graduate Students: Please take a moment to fill out the tutor sign up form for the Physics Dept. website: https://app.physics.wisc.edu/tutor-signup/. The form requires authentication with a UW NetID. The Physics Department maintains/posts this list on the website. However, we consider this private tutoring/instruction. This list is available so students who need additional tutoring/instruction beyond the support of their faculty member or TA may reach out to you individually and you are free to set and request your own fees. Please consider supporting UW-Madison students seeking academic support in Physics in this way. Kind Regards, Elizabeth Baldridge, M.S. Ed. Graduate Program Manager Master of Science in Physics-Quantum Computing Program<https://guide.wisc.edu/graduate/physics/physics-ms/physics-quantum-computin…> Department of Physics University of Wisconsin-Madison Elizabeth.baldridge(a)wisc.edu<mailto:Elizabeth.baldridge@wisc.edu> (608)263-2235

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Invitation to MSPQC 23
by EDWARD E BASSO 15 Sep '22

15 Sep '22

Hi all, I’m looking forward to this semester as one of your two MSPQC TAs. It will be helpful if you all join the Discord server here: https://discord.gg/pdmUkgWq Best, Edward Basso

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MSPQC Newsletter: September 14, 2022
by Grad Student Coordinator 14 Sep '22

14 Sep '22

Trouble viewing this email? View it on the web<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/es?s=1427524768&e=980841&elqTrackId=51e86178…>. [Image removed by sender.]<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40515&elqTrackId=8469AD3…> September 14, 2022 Announcements & Department Events JOIN GMaWiP and the Department of Physics for a Conversation with Dr. Erika Marin-Spiotta: Equity in STEM Fields and Research Thursday, September 15 | 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM | 5280 Chamberlin Hall Dr. Erika Marín-Spiotta is Professor of Geography at the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she leads the Biogeochemistry and Biogeography Lab, with a focus on how changes in climate and land use alter terrestrial ecosystem processes, such as nutrient and carbon cycling. A recent research focus addresses broadening participation and removing barriers to the retention and advancement of underserved communities in STEM disciplines. Marín-Spiotta is the recipient of a National Science Foundation CAREER award, a Presidential Early Career Award in Science and Engineering, a Sulzman Award for Excellence in Education and Mentoring from the American Geophysical Union, and a President’s Award from the Association for Women Geoscientists. At UW-Madison she is currently a Diversity Liaison working with the Vice Provost & Chief Diversity Officer and the Vice Provost for Faculty and Staff and was a 2019 Feminist Scholars Fellow at the Center for Research on Gender and Women. Marín-Spiotta leads ADVANCEGeo, a national program funded by NSF, to transform workplace climate in the geosciences and other scientific fields through the development of bystander intervention and research ethics training in partnership with professional societies. Attendees will learn about and discuss: · The Humanities Education for Anti-racism Literacy (HEAL) in the Sciences and Medicine project · UW-Madison campus and national projects related to equity in STEM · Workplace climate · Application of DEI issues and initiatives to the study of and research in Physics *No RSVP required. Light refreshments provided. Physics Department Colloquium: Vera C. Rubin Observatory: from Commissioning to Cosmology Friday, September 16 | 3:30 PM | 2103 Chamberlin Hall Speaker: Keith Bechtol Abstract: Our observed universe is one statistical realization of the fundamental laws of nature enacted on the grandest scale. As observational cosmologists, we survey increasingly large volumes of the universe to help ascertain those laws with improved accuracy and precision. Experiments at the cosmic frontier have demonstrated that measurements of the cosmic expansion history and growth of structure are sensitive to physics beyond the Standard Model, including the nature of dark energy, massive neutrinos, the initial conditions of the Universe (e.g., inflation), and the particle properties of dark matter. Continuing this enterprise, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) will catalog more galaxies and collect precision lightcurves for more supernovae during its first year of science operations in 2024-2025 than all previous cosmic surveys combined. The Rubin Observatory construction project is now actively engaged in system integration, test, and commissioning with engineering "first light" expected in mid-2023. I will discuss the pathway from commissioning to realizing the scientific potential of Rubin Observatory. Get Involved! Gender Minorities and Women in Physics (GMaWiP) GMaWiP is a group for women and gender minorities (including trans and nonbinary people) at all levels in academia interested in physics. Our meetings have been made up of grad students, undergrads, faculty, staff, and postdocs. We provide support and advocacy for all GM&W and other minoritized groups in physics. Join our email list (for both GM&W and allies) to hear about all our events and activities!<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=37100&elqTrackId=D4BBD0D…> Physics Graduate Student Council (PGSC) PGSC is a group of physics graduate students at UW-Madison working to improve the well-being and success of graduate students in the Department of Physics. Current Physics graduate students can participate in or help organize one of many activities we plan to host this year. Consider joining one or more of our four committees if you would like to get involved<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=37099&elqTrackId=30FDBAC…>\ Building Community, Connecting with Our Past: A Reception for Graduate Students Monday, September 19 | 4:00─6:00pm The Pyle Center Join us for a reception where you can connect with others in the graduate student community and learn about the Public History Project’s new exhibit at the Chazen Museum, “Sifting & Reckoning: UW–Madison’s History of Exclusion and Resistance.” Register here: https://t.e2ma.net/click/b7yunj/3wxoj9b/7fvip9<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40515&elqTrackId=8469AD3…> Memberships Available: UW-Madison APS Chapter<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=23273&elqTrackId=AF587C3…> The American Physical Society<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=23274&elqTrackId=4E0B2B6…> (APS) has approved UW-Madison for an APS Chapter, which is a new program for graduate students and early career scientists (defined as having received their PhD within the past five years). There are no fees or responsibilities required to be a member of the chapter and the chapter can request speakers from the APS and will receive a small grant every 6 months. In addition, chapter members who are also APS members may have the opportunity to apply for certain travel grants. More information on the program can be found here<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=23273&elqTrackId=6FC47D8…>. For more information, contact Luca Riitano<mailto:riitano@wisc.edu>. Important Dates September 14: Drop Deadline (after course shows as DR on transcript) September 16: Course Add, swap, or section change deadline (without department approval) **After responsible for 100% of tuition November 7: Spring 2023 enrollment appointment times assigned November 14: Spring 2023 enrollment begins November 24: Deadline for graduate students to change variable credits, request pass/fail or credit/audit November 25: Deadline for students to drop/add a fall term course (after: need academic dean approval) December 14: Deadline for students to withdraw from fall term courses December 14: Last day of instructions for Fall 2022 term December 25: Fall 2022 Grades Post Professional Development Creating an Individual Development Plan (IDP) Thursday, September 15 | 11:00am─12:30pm (Online) Creating an IDP encourages you to think about what you need to do next — and over the next few years — so that you achieve your goals. Learn to define achievable goals, identify resources, and develop strategies for implementing and sustaining your plans. Register here: https://t.e2ma.net/click/b7yunj/3wxoj9b/bvtip9 <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40512&elqTrackId=E3FBDA5…> FULL Scholarships Available for The Coding School's Intro to Quantum Computing Course The Coding School, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and their sponsor, IBM Quantum, are excited to provide FULL scholarships for students to attend their award-winning Intro to Quantum Computing course.<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40512&elqTrackId=E3FBDA5…> The application will close on September 18th. So, interested students should apply soon!<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40512&elqTrackId=E3FBDA5…> For more information about the course, visit our website here<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40512&elqTrackId=E3FBDA5…>: https://the-cs.org/train<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40514&elqTrackId=0D4F0ED…> Questions can be directed to quantum(a)the-cs.org<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40512&elqTrackId=E3FBDA5…>. About the Course: <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40512&elqTrackId=E3FBDA5…> This course is offered virtually with live instruction from researchers at top universities (UC Berkeley, MIT, and Harvard). This offer is available for all university students, educators, and members of the workforce. We pride ourselves on making emerging tech subjects accessible, and therefore, only ask that students have taken or are currently taking geometry. <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40512&elqTrackId=E3FBDA5…> How to Apply:<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40512&elqTrackId=E3FBDA5…> · Register through the application link: <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40513&elqTrackId=666FA86…> bit.ly/QxQ22Course<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40513&elqTrackId=666FA86…>.<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40513&elqTrackId=666FA86…> · Enter the promo code QCScholars2233 in the application to bypass the application process and enroll in the course automatically<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40513&elqTrackId=666FA86…> · (When using the promo code, participants should not request a scholarship on the application form).<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40513&elqTrackId=666FA86…> <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40512&elqTrackId=E3FBDA5…> On the Academic Job Market: Writing Statements of Teaching Philosophy Monday, September 19 | 4:30-6:00pm (Online) Learn how to craft a teaching philosophy statement that genuinely captures your approach to teaching and learning. This workshop is part of a series designed for grad students and postdocs preparing for the academic job search. Register here: https://delta.wisc.edu/event/teaching-phil-f22/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40511&elqTrackId=ED1A251…> On the Academic Job Market: Writing Diversity Statements for Academic Jobs Tuesday, September 20 | 4:00-5:30pm (Online) Learn how to write a diversity statement that demonstrates how your teaching, research, and service will enhance diversity and equity efforts on their campus. This workshop is part of a series designed for grad students and postdocs preparing for the academic job search. Register here: https://delta.wisc.edu/event/diversity-statement-f22/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40510&elqTrackId=D589EA0…> On the Academic Job Market: Composing the All-Important Cover Letter Wednesday, September 21 | 4:00-5:30pm (Hybrid: Attend online or in person) Learn how you can make the clearest, most direct case for how you are the best qualified candidate for an academic position. This workshop is part of a series designed for grad students and postdocs preparing for the academic job search. Register here: https://delta.wisc.edu/event/coverletter-f22/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40509&elqTrackId=D73BD21…> NSF GRFP Workshop: How to Address Broader Impacts in Your Fellowship Application Thursday, Sept 22 | 3 - 4:30 pm DeLuca Forum, Discovery Building The National Science Foundation (NSF) employs two criteria in the review of Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) applications: intellectual merit and broader impact. Experience shows that while most applicants have little difficulty responding to the criterion relating to intellectual merit, many struggle to frame the broader impacts of the activities they propose to undertake. This workshop is designed to help you address the concept of broader impacts in your fellowship application through discussing strategies for writing a successful broader impact plan, hearing from panelists about successful fellowship proposals, and learning about resources on campus focused on effective integration of research and education. This event is co-sponsored by the Delta Program in the Graduate School and the Discovery Building’s public engagement with science programs supported by the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF), Morgridge Institute for Research, and the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery. Register here: https://delta.wisc.edu/event/grfp-f22/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40013&elqTrackId=4E06E44…> 2022 Career Summit for Master’s Students<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40013&elqTrackId=4E06E44…> September 26-30, 11:00am-12:00pm each day (Online)<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40013&elqTrackId=4E06E44…> · Monday, September 26, 11:00am - Making a Plan for Your Degree <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40013&elqTrackId=4E06E44…> · Tuesday, September 27, 11:00am - Elevator Pitches: How to Sell Your Skills and Stand Out <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40013&elqTrackId=4E06E44…> · Wednesday, September 28, 11:00am - What “Cultural Fit” Means and How to Find the Right Company for You <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40013&elqTrackId=4E06E44…> · Thursday, September 29, 11:00am - Writing Resumes for Internship and Job Applications <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40013&elqTrackId=4E06E44…> · Friday, September 30, 11:00am - How to Job Search During a Recession <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40013&elqTrackId=4E06E44…> Please see the Graduate School Events Calendar for a campus-wide list of professional development events for graduate students: http://grad.wisc.edu/pd/events<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=32302&elqTrackId=C71A8BB…>/. <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40013&elqTrackId=4E06E44…> How Graduate Students Can Build a Personal Brand: Standing Out in a Crowded Job Market Thursday, September 29, 10:00─11:15am In this workshop, you will develop a personal brand and learn how it can be leveraged to showcase your strengths and build relationships, for job searching in academia, government, business, or the non-profit world. Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1wq8sxJgz6cfMq9ynJrQ06ZToqvSfvjUeGNs77nQLLa…<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=40508&elqTrackId=B7EB834…> Student Job Opportunities (On Campus)--hourly and assistantship positions listed https://studentjobs.wisc.edu/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=3456&elqTrackId=400868B8…> Employment and Funding Opportunities Quibit x Quibit is Hiring Quantum Teaching Assistants! Qubit by Qubit (QxQ) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to training the future diverse quantum workforce. We are pioneering innovative programs for students in middle school through college with the goal of making quantum computing accessible to students around the world, particularly students historically underrepresented in STEM. We are looking for Teaching Assistants (TAs) who will support our Summer 2022 and Academic Year 2022-2023 programs. TAs are an integral part of all of our educational programs. They lead lab sections - guiding students through quantum coding exercises and reviewing concepts introduced in lecture - and support other teaching and curriculum development needs. TAs are often asked to participate in special events to talk with students about their personal experiences in college and graduate school. As an organization that serves a diverse group of students, we are strongly focused on ensuring our instructional team reflects the diversity of our students. Working with QxQ, TAs will refine their own quantum computing skills, get the chance to work with leaders in quantum education, and make a lasting impact on students around the world. This role is entirely remote. TAs will be paid a stipend commensurate with experience and based on the amount of time they work weekly. For all programs, TAs will be required to participate in training on the curriculum and teaching best practices. Interested applicants can apply here: https://airtable.com/shryuJki9swjOJnA9<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=35466&elqTrackId=7E25DF0…> Careers in Physics, APS Physics Visit the APS Physics website to explore Physics jobs and to find resources for job seekers. https://www.aps.org/careers/index.cfm<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=34239&elqTrackId=A5EB441…> Chicago Quantum Exchange:<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=25378&elqTrackId=3C18C5A…> Job Opportunities Visit the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) website to explore job postings in Quantum information: https://chicagoquantum.org/resources/job-opportunities<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=34238&elqTrackId=00A298A…> QED-C, Quantum Jobs Check out available listings of employment opportunities at QED-C members companies. Members include corporations, academic institutions, national laboratories and government agencies working in quantum. https://quantumconsortium.org/quantum-jobs/ <https://quantumconsortium.org/quantum-jobs/?elqTrackId=881C1EC0F8688BD8521C…> Careers at Qunasys VIsit the Qunasys website to explore job postings in Quantum Computing: https://qunasys.com/en/careers<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=37098&elqTrackId=3A5F6A7…> Graduate Student Resources Graduate Student Support and Assistance The Dean of Students Office provides resources to students struggling with a variety of issues and can be your go-to spot for assistance as a graduate student. To contact the Graduate and Professional Student Assistance Specialist Elaine Goetz-Berman directly, email egoetz2(a)wisc.edu<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=33012&elqTrackId=C34245B…> University Health Services (UHS) UHS offers a variety of identity-based support groups specifically for graduate students. Visit the UHS website to learn more and register for events or services.<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=1437&elqTrackId=9C852F95…> https://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/group-counseling/schedule/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=1437&elqTrackId=D4AEF678…> · UHS 24-hour Crisis Services. On-call crisis counselors can help address your most pressing concerns, address your safety, and help you connect with follow-up service needs. It’s available every day, including weekends, holidays, and semester breaks. Call the UHS crisis line at 608-265-5600. For situations that are immediately life-threatening, call 911.<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=1437&elqTrackId=D4AEF678…> https://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/24-hour-crisis-services/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=5146&elqTrackId=3DDFAA70…> · SilverCloud. This online, self-guided resource provides treatment options 24 hours a day through evidence-based modules on anxiety, depression, body image, and stress. SilverCloud is designed to help students manage day-to-day stresses and improve resilience.<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=1437&elqTrackId=D4AEF678…> https://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/silvercloud/<https://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/silvercloud/?elqTrackId=FB1CEA4FE451…> · YOU@WISC. This portal has tools and information to help you be well, with modules on stress management, self-care, social support, suicidal thoughts, mindfulness, academic wellness, and more.<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=1437&elqTrackId=D4AEF678…> https://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/you/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=23687&elqTrackId=DB21636…> Multicultural Graduate Student Support The Office of Diversity, inclusion, and Funding is a great resource for UW-Madison graduate students for social networking, learning, and professional development opportunities. Learn more about graduate student support and upcoming events<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=15574&elqTrackId=E381920…>: https://grad.wisc.edu/diversity/inclusion-and-engagement/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=15574&elqTrackId=6CD53E5…> Hostile and Intimidating Behavior<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=15574&elqTrackId=6CD53E5…> The University of Wisconsin–Madison is committed to preventing hostile and intimidating behavior (HIB) and will take prompt and appropriate corrective action whenever it learns that it has occurred. If you have experienced HIB, there are resources to help and staff available to talk<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=34566&elqTrackId=D0150BD…> (ervin.cox(a)wisc.edu). https://hr.wisc.edu/hib/<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=34565&elqTrackId=B556F55…> Resources for assessing the impact of your research and scholarship<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=15574&elqTrackId=6CD53E5…> The UW-Madison Libraries can help you build visibility and assess the impact of your scholarship. Impact is best understood as a story, and intentional use of metrics can help tell pieces of it. Resources include curated online profiles, open access publishing, and public engagement<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=15574&elqTrackId=6CD53E5…> https://www.library.wisc.edu/research-support/measuring-maximizing-impact/<https://www.library.wisc.edu/research-support/measuring-maximizing-impact/?…> Useful Links Dates and Deadlines from the Office of the Registrar<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=1365&elqTrackId=E604985A…> Warrant Request Form<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=16040&elqTrackId=59D9923…> Graduate School Degree Deadlines<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=1404&elqTrackId=E11C731B…> Tax Tips for Students Webinar Recording: https://mediaspace.wisc.edu/media/Tax+Tips+for+Graduate+Students+2021+tax+y…<https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=31419&elqTrackId=093F4DE…> UW System Tax Filing Resources for Students: https://uwservice.wisconsin.edu/tax/filing-resources.php <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=1404&elqTrackId=E11C731B…> ISS Tax Resources for International Students: https://iss.wisc.edu/employment/taxes/ <https://app.explore.wisc.edu/e/er?s=1427524768&lid=1404&elqTrackId=E11C731B…> Connect with us! 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REMINDER: MSPQC Breakfast in 4125 @ 8:00 AM - 9 :00 AM
by ELIZABETH M BALDRIDGE 07 Sep '22

07 Sep '22

Hello MSPQC Students: Happy first day of class! I'm just sending a friendly reminder that bagels and coffee will be available in the MSPQC workspace in Chamberlin Hall, Room 4125 between 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM this morning. I hope to see all of you there! Kind Regards, Elizabeth Hart-Baldridge, M.S. Ed. Graduate Program Manager Master of Science in Physics-Quantum Computing Program<https://www.physics.wisc.edu/graduate/mspqc-prospective-students/> Department of Physics University of Wisconsin-Madison Elizabeth.baldridge(a)wisc.edu<mailto:Elizabeth.baldridge@wisc.edu> (608)263-2235 Need to meet with me? Schedule a meeting here: https://calendly.com/elizabeth-baldridge/30min-1

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PGSC Events this Week (including Student Headshots TODAY)
by SOYEON CHOI 06 Sep '22

06 Sep '22

Hello everyone, Just a quick reminder of some PGSC events that are happening this week: (TODAY) 9/6 Tuesday, 3-6pm @ Beside Chamberlin / UW Botany Garden and Greenhouse<https://www.google.com/maps/place/University+of+Wisconsin+-+Botany+Garden+a…>: Student Headshots Stop by this afternoon to get a nice professional headshot for your LinkedIn and UW department profile picture! Sabrina Wu, an Electrical Engineering PhD student who has done student headshots in the past, will be our photographer. We will have a laptop ready so that you can check your pictures on the spot and mail it to yourself. Note that the location has changed from the previous email; it is now in the garden next to Chamberlin. 9/9 Friday, 5:30pm @ The Memorial Union Terrace: International Student Social Come along to socialize with your fellow international students and grab some cheese curds! We can’t wait to see you this week, and good luck with classes! Best, Shivani, Soyeon, Priya

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MSPQC Workspace Assignments, Academic Year 2022-23
by ELIZABETH M BALDRIDGE 03 Sep '22

03 Sep '22

Dear MSPQC Students: I'm sharing information about MSPQC workspace/desk assignments. 1. Because of the number of MSPQC students starting the program for Fall 2022 and the number continuing for a few more semesters, there are now two rooms reserved for MSPQC students: * Chamberlin Hall, room 4125 * Chamberlin Hall, room 4128 (just a couple doors down from the original work space) 2. Continuing MSPQC students may use their desk from previous semesters 3. I am assigning rooms for each student, but you may all select the desk in that room that you would like on Wednesday morning, Sept. 7, between 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM at the MSPQC 1st Day of Class Breakfast 4. Remember, although you may have an individual desk in one of the rooms, you should still be using both places to collaborate with peers, store food, etc. MSPQC Students Assigned to Chamberlin Hall, room 4125: Abdalkarim Ahmed Beede Matthew Burwell Devon Dickinson Aidan Hamby Hunter Hawthorne John Kapadia Dhruvi Mitchell Georgia Myers Matthew Smith Trystan Strimling Ariela Wasker Anosh Zhou Jinyu (Bruce) Zhou Yeqing Chowdhary Manish Xu Jiaxi Yadav Anirudh Yang Yukun MSPQC Students Assigned to Chamberlin Hall, room 4128: Entenmann Turner Farenci Louis Greenburg Hank Scott Liam Tactac Kevin Yan Yongxiao Tikkireddi Preetham Vidwans Atharva Please reach out to me with any questions. If you were not at orientation, I will have keys to the office space and graduate student lounge for you at breakfast on Sept. 7. Have a wonderful weekend! Elizabeth Hart-Baldridge, M.S. Ed. Graduate Program Manager Master of Science in Physics-Quantum Computing Program<https://www.physics.wisc.edu/graduate/mspqc-prospective-students/> Department of Physics University of Wisconsin-Madison Elizabeth.baldridge(a)wisc.edu<mailto:Elizabeth.baldridge@wisc.edu> (608)263-2235 Need to meet with me? Schedule a meeting here: https://calendly.com/elizabeth-baldridge/30min-1

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DOE quantum center career fair
by Sarah Perdue 02 Sep '22

02 Sep '22

Dear grad students, The Department of Energy is hosting a Quantum Information Science Career Fair on Wednesday, Sept 14. See https://www.bnl.gov/nqisrccareerfair/ for more info and to register. -Sarah From: q-next-partner-comms <q-next-partner-comms-bounces(a)lists.anl.gov> on behalf of Hesla, Leah via q-next-partner-comms <q-next-partner-comms(a)lists.anl.gov> Date: Friday, September 2, 2022 at 1:50 PM To: q-next-partner-comms(a)anl.gov <q-next-partner-comms(a)anl.gov> Subject: [q-next-partner-comms] Promote DOE quantum center career fair? Dear Q-NEXT partner communicators, We’re doing a final push for the National QIS Research Center career fair<https://www.bnl.gov/nqisrccareerfair/>. If appropriate, would you please promote on your channels and to your students and postdocs? Registration deadline is Sept. 12. The event link: https://www.bnl.gov/nqisrccareerfair/ Thank you! Please tell me if you have questions. Leah Hesla (she/her) Integrated science & technology communications manager Argonne National Laboratory lhesla(a)anl.gov<mailto:lhesla@anl.gov> 1-630-252-3540 https://www.q-next.org/ Follow Q-NEXT on Twitter<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__twitter.com_qnextquant…>, Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/qnextquantum/>, LinkedIn<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.linkedin.com_compa…>, Facebook<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_qnext…>

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