National Postdoc Appreciation Week 2024

September 3, 2024

During the week of Monday, September 16 - Friday, September 20, the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) invites all postdoctoral scholars to join us in celebrating National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW)! NPAW is an annual celebration of the vital contributions postdocs make to the university and our community. It is also a time to welcome new postdocs to our diverse and talented community and to celebrate the successes of current postdocs!

Below is a comprehensive list of NPAW events and giveaways that are free and open to all Northwestern postdoctoral scholars courtesy of the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA).

Daily Giveaway (September 16–20)

Presented by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA)

In celebration of NPAW 2024, the OPA is giving away 10 daily prizes to Northwestern postdoctoral scholars.

Each day during NPAW, the OPA will announce 10 winners and notify them via email. Winners must be able to pick up their prize on either the Evanston or Chicago campus following NPAW.

To enter this raffle, please complete the form below by 11:59 PM on Thursday, September 19. Please submit your entry by Sunday, September 15 to increase your chances of winning.

Please note: only one prize will be awarded per postdoc. You only need to submit one entry to be considered for each daily giveaway.

ENTER HERE FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A PRIZE!

Monday, September 16

Donut Giveaway (Evanston)

10:00–11:30 AM │ 2122 Sheridan Road, TGS Commons

Presented by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA)

In appreciation of postdoctoral scholars at Northwestern, the OPA (with sponsorship from the Proteintech Group) is treating postdocs with free coffee and donuts from Stan's Donuts! Registration is not required; while supplies last.

Re-Orientation (Evanston)

12:00–1:00 PM │ 2122 Sheridan Road, TGS Commons

Presented by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA)

This re-orientation is an opportunity for current and new postdocs to meet, make connections, and learn about various resources at Northwestern. Light refreshments will be served. There will be a giveaway for the first 25 attendees. RSVP is not required but will be helpful in estimating the headcount.

Headshot Clinic (Evanston)

3:00 – 5:00 PM │ Norris University Center, Evans Room 102,

Presented by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA)

Do you need a professional headshot? The OPA is offering a free headshot clinic for postdocs! Sign up to reserve your spot, or add your name to the waitlist if appointment times are full!

Please note: The photographer will use a grey background and recommends participants wear solid colors and avoid large patterns.

Tuesday, September 17

Headshot Clinic (Chicago)

9:00–11:00 AM │ Abbott Hall, Room 332

Presented by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA)

Do you need a professional headshot? The OPA is offering a free headshot clinic for postdocs! Sign up to reserve your spot, or add your name to the waitlist if appointment times are full!

Please note: The photographer will use a grey background and recommends participants wear solid colors and avoid large patterns.

Orientation: Child and Family Resources

12:00–1:00 PM CT │ Virtual (Zoom)

Presented by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) and Northwestern Human Resources

Angelica Viramontes, dependent care specialist from Northwestern Human Resources, will join the OPA to discuss child and family resources available at the Northwestern community! RSVP is not required but appreciated.

Donut Giveaway (Chicago)

2:00–4:00 PM │ SQBRC, Ryan Family Atrium

Presented by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA)

Wednesday, September 18

Re-Orientation (Chicago)

12:00–1:00 PM │ Rubloff Building 11-300, Lakeview Conference Room

Presented by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA)

This re-orientation is an opportunity for current and new postdocs to meet, make connections, and learn about various resources at Northwestern. Light refreshments will be served. There will be a giveaway for the first 25 attendees. RSVP is not required but will be helpful in estimating the headcount.

ODI Luncheon (Chicago)

1:30–2:30 PM │ Abbott Hall, Room 332

Presented by the TGS Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI)

Meet TGS Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion Sheehan Fisher while enjoying lunch with your fellow postdocs!

Friday, September 20

ODI Luncheon (Evanston)

1:00–2:00 PM │ Rebecca Crown Center – North Tower, GSCR

Presented by the TGS Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI)

Meet TGS Director of Diversity and Inclusion Brittany Young while enjoying lunch with your fellow postdocs!