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November 17, 2022

 

 

What's New?

ODIF Trivia Night

Multicultural Student Center (2nd Floor of Red Gym)

Monday, November 28, 2022 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm

ODIF is excited host a Trivia Night hosted by a local Madison area trivia company, Premier Trivia! Stop by, create a team there (or form one beforehand and arrive together), and compete against other teams!  We will be providing pizza and snacks for this event. Hope to see you there!  Winners will win an award! Please register in advance:

 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeL135pPc2LTcCZvcC0g177rRxQVR2ZdIA1Xbx_etq8gu3Zyg/viewform

 

 

Student Research Grants Competition

Applications are open for the second cycle of the 2022-2023 Student Research Grants Competition (SRGC). Graduate students who are planning travel or have traveled starting between October 1 and December 31 are eligible to apply in the current cycle. More information on upcoming quarterly cycles can be found on the Student Research Grants Competition (SRGC) website. https://grad.wisc.edu/funding/grants-competition/

 

Priority is given to dissertators and final-year MFA students, and to those who have not previously received an SRGC Research Travel or Conference Presentation Award. Award levels are $1,500 for Research Travel awards and $600 or $1,200 for Conference Presentation funds.

 

We have streamlined the application to make it less time-consuming for applicants, and established clear application opening, closing, and decision dates to manage applicants’ expectations. Please note that we will receive many, many more applications than we will be able to fund. We also cannot accelerate the selection process or give early consideration to applicants planning travel. Some of those who apply will be applying for reimbursement of past travel.

 

Contact srgc@grad.wisc.edu with questions.

 

 

 

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!

 

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.

 

Memberships Available: UW-Madison APS Chapter

The American Physical Society (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. For more information, contact Luca Riitano.

Important Dates

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

 

Inclusive Teaching Workshop: Responding in the Moment

Tuesday, November 22 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Union South

As students interact with you and each-other, how do you respond to “hot moments” or “difficult discussions” in the classroom? This workshop is designed for graduate students and post-docs looking to build skills for both current and future teaching roles, and all current and future instructors are welcome to join.

 

Aspects of prejudice, privilege and power regularly impact undergraduates on our campuses. Without training, knowing how to address these inequities effectively can be uncomfortable and challenging. This session emphasizes opportunities to “say the words,” offering practice in deconstructing conversations and receiving feedback.

 

 

 

Spring 2023 Delta Courses Now Registering

Visit https://delta.wisc.edu/current-courses/ to check out all current Delta courses you can enroll in for Spring 2023.

 

 

Edward Alexander Bouchet National Honor Society 2023 Nominations Kick-Off Reception

Wednesday, November 30, 4:00 - 5:30 PM

The Pyle Center's AT&T Lounge (Room 106)

 

 

Please register for this event no later than Tuesday, November 22nd: https://uwmadison.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3WzpBjQPK4NUF7g

 

 

 

Employment and Funding Opportunities

 

Full-Time Positions and Part-Time Internships at Ernst & Young

The QTB group at Ernst & Young provides professional services to large global/US banks with a specialized focus on quantitative methods and capital market products, including front-office pricing, Market, Counterparty Credit, and other risk models. 

 

The following are among the list of experiences and skills preferred in candidates:

·       Statistical and numerical techniques, theory of probability and stochastic calculus

·       Financial engineering/research and development, Derivatives products

·       Database languages (e.g., SQL/Excel) and statistical tools / languages (e.g., Python/R)

·       Programming proficiency (e.g., C/C++, Python, R, Java, Linux) 

·       Big data/machine learning and AI techniques, including neural network and deep learning frameworks and machine learning tools (e.g.,PyTorch, TensorFlow, Theano, Torch, Keras)

 

Contact Rui Tang (rui.tang@ey.com) and Xinxin Yu (xinxin.yu@ey.com) with questions about the group and  position. For application, send the info below to xinxin.yu@ey.com:

·       Most updated resume

·       Position to apply (fulltime or intern)

·       Program of study at UW-Madison

·       Expected graduation date

 

 

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:

 

 

Careers in Physics, APS Physics

Visit the APS Physics website to explore Physics jobs and to find resources for job seekers.

 

 

Chicago Quantum Exchange: Job Opportunities

Visit the Chicago Quantum Exchange (CQE) website to explore job postings in Quantum information: https://chicagoquantum.org/resources/job-opportunities

 

 

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.

 

 

Careers at Qunasys

VIsit the Qunasys website to explore job postings in Quantum Computing:

 

 

 

 

 

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@wisc.edu

 

 

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.

·       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://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/24-hour-crisis-services/

·       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://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/silvercloud/

 

·       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://www.uhs.wisc.edu/mental-health/you/

 

 

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.

 

 

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 (ervin.cox@wisc.edu).

 

Graduate School Fellowships Page

This page offers important information on available sources of fellowship funding for graduate students and direct links to places like the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub, FastWeb, and more.

 

 

 

 

University Veterans Services

 

 

 

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