Events Spotlight

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21 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Monday Kickoff with a Yoga and Wellness Session
Start the week on a calm note with a free morning yoga class. We hope to create a peaceful and meaningful space where postdocs can pause, reconnect, and focus on well-being...
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September 21, 2026
8:30am to 9:30am

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21 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Monday Munch & Mingle
Calling all hungry postdocs! Come get free snacks & mingle with your fellow postdocs. We'll have fresh fruit, juice, allergy-friendly snacks, and more!
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September 21, 2026
12:30pm to 1:30pm

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21 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Monday Recreation Facilities Tour & Volleyball/Basketball
Get ready to discover your new favorite spot on campus! Join a UPPDA representative for a guided tour of Pitt's Recreation Center from 5:00–6:00 PM and see everything it has...
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September 21, 2026
5:00pm to 8:00pm

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22 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Tuesday Morning Blend
Start your morning with a warm cup and even warmer company. A relaxed coffee break to connect with fellow postdocs. We'll bring the FREE coffee, munchkins, allergy-friendly...
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September 22, 2026
8:30am to 10:00am

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22 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Tuesday Home Away From Home: Housing, Transition, & Community Support for Postdocs
Moving to a new city for a postdoc is exciting — and overwhelming. Join us for a webinar with SabbaticalHomes exploring housing options, navigating transitions, and finding...
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September 22, 2026
11:00am to 12:00pm

Benedum Hall
22 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Tuesday Snack O'Clock
Science is hard. Snacks help. Drop by for a midday break, refuel, and catch up with fellow postdocs who are also pretending their experiments aren't running behind schedule....
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September 22, 2026
12:30pm to 1:30pm

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22 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Tuesday Reel Connections Movie & Popcorn
The Intouchables (2011) presented by our Networking Chair, Marie-Charlotte Allichon As part of our movie night series, Marie-Charlotte is excited to share one of her favorite...
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September 22, 2026
5:30pm to 8:00pm

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23 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Wednesday Brew & Connect
Every great connection starts somewhere. Pull up a chair, pour a cup, and spend a few minutes with the postdoc community. We'll bring the FREE coffee, munchkins,...
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September 23, 2026
8:30am to 10:00am

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23 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Navigating the Postdoc Experience: Support, Strategies, and the Ombuds as a Resource
This virtual session is designed to help postdocs learn about confidential support, communication strategies, and resources available through the Ombuds Office. The session...
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September 23, 2026
10:00am to 11:30am

Cathedral of Learning
23 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Annual Fall Picnic
We are so excited that NPAW will again include our Annual Fall Picnic! Join us for a fun-filled, family-friendly event in the great outdoors of Schenley Park. This is the...
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September 23, 2026
5:00pm to 8:00pm

Two students at a desk chatting and laughing while using laptops, red headphones visible; others work on laptops behind them
24 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Thursday Fresh Brew, Fresh Faces
Good coffee is best shared. Drop in for a casual morning break and see who you meet across the postdoc community. We'll have FREE coffee, munchkins, allergy-friendly snacks,...
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September 24, 2026
8:30am to 10:00am

Student sitting on lawn by tree.
24 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Postdoc Sketch Hour: Celebrating 150 Years of Discovery
Turns out there's more to postdoc life than pipettes and papers. Join us for a fun and relaxing midday drawing session! Whether you're a seasoned artist or haven't picked up a...
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September 24, 2026
12:30pm to 2:00pm

Students walking under yellow autumn trees on campus walkway; woman in beanie and hoodie carries a laptop.
24 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - 150 Years of Postdocs in the United States: A CMU x Pitt Postdoc Celebration
Join CMU’s Office of Graduate & Postdoctoral Affairs and the University of Pittsburgh Postdoctoral Association for a multi-institution celebration of the 2026 National Postdoc...
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September 24, 2026
3:00pm to 4:00pm

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25 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Dog Meetup
Start your morning with the best kind of therapy — dogs. Bring your furry friend (and poop bags!) or just show up for the cuddles and the morning stroll. Either way, it's the...
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September 25, 2026
8:30am to 10:00am

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25 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Friday Postdoc Town Hall
Whether you’re just starting your postdoctoral journey or continuing your journey, we invite you to join the UPPDA Executive Board for a townhall designed specifically for...
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September 25, 2026
1:30pm to 3:30pm

Pins Mechanical
25 Sep
National Postdoc Appreciation Week - Friday Postdoc Meetup
Let's go bowling!
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September 25, 2026
6:00pm to 8:00pm