National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week

Kick-off Breakfast:  9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

• Join us for a special Kick-Off Breakfast to celebrate National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week! Enjoy a delicious breakfast provided by Flying Biscuit Café as we come together to recognize the incredible contributions of our postdocs. Registration is required to ensure we have enough breakfast for everyone. Don’t miss out!

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN JULY 1, 2025

Professional Headshots:  1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

• Enhance your professional presence with a polished headshot! Whether you're updating your CV, LinkedIn, or other professional profiles, a great photo makes a lasting impression. Limited slots are available and will be confirmed on a first come, first served basis—reserve yours today!

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN JULY 1, 2025

Immigration Virtual Session

• Presenter: Mr. Charles Kuck, Emory University Law School Professor
  
  Charles H. (“Chuck”) Kuck is the Managing Attorney of Kuck Baxter LLC in Atlanta, Georgia. Chuck served as the National President of the American Immigration Lawyers Association from 2008-2009. He also served as President of the Alliance of Business Immigration Lawyers from 2010-2014, and has been an Adjunct Professor of Law for more than 20 years, currently at Emory Law School. He was named one of the top 5 immigration attorneys in the world by Chambers & Partners again in 2022, the “Best Lawyer-Immigration” in Georgia by Best Lawyers in 2022 and was previously named one of the “100 Most Influential Georgians” by Georgia Trend magazine. He has practiced immigration law for over 33 years, has litigated against the immigration agencies in more than 250 cases, has spoken at numerous legal and business conferences on all types of immigration related topics, has testified in Congress on various aspects of Immigration Law and Immigration Reform, is frequently quoted in the national press, appears regularly on national and local television and cable news outlet, and is fierce advocate for immigrants. 

REGISTER by Friday, September 12, 2025

Navigating Public Speaking Anxiety in the Workplace

Time:       1:00PM - 2:30PM

Location: TBD, In-Person

• Boost your confidence and communication skills at our Navigating Public Speaking Anxiety in the Workplace workshop. Learn practical tools to manage nerves and speak with clarity in professional settings.

REGISTRATION WILL OPEN JULY 1, 2025

AI-Aided Communication

Time:       1:00PM - 2:00PM

Location:  Virtual

• Join us for AI-Aided Communication, a dynamic workshop exploring how artificial intelligence can enhance clarity, efficiency, and creativity in your writing and messaging. Whether you're drafting emails, reports, or presentations, discover practical tools and strategies to streamline your communication using AI. Learn how to collaborate with AI responsibly and effectively in professional and academic settings.

REGISTER by Friday, September 12, 2025

Healthy Emory Booth:  11:00AM - 12:00PM

• Healthy Emory will provide health and wellness information, including your benefits and services offered. Snacks will be available.

REGISTER by Friday, September 12, 2025

EU-PDA Town Hall Meeting:  12:00PM - 1:00PM

• Join the EU-PDA Townhall to kick off an exciting year ahead! All postdocs are invited to connect with the EU-PDA board and learn about upcoming initiatives for the 2025–2026 academic year. This is your chance to voice ideas, offer feedback, and collaborate on how we can strengthen support for the postdoc community at Emory.

  Past townhalls have sparked some amazing activities—from cheering on the Atlanta Hawks and United to launching a volleyball team for Staff Fest. Help us build on that momentum and make this year even more impactful.

  There will be pizza, so bring your appetite and your ideas!

  Questions?
  Contact TBD

REGISTER by Friday, September 12, 2025