Professional Development
Professional development is the active acquisition of skills, knowledge, and mindset to realize one's strengths and potential in all environments. It sets up individuals for success in achieving their goals while giving them the ability to meet, exceed and adapt to personal, career and societal responsibilities within the context of a changing world.
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Share your Research Story
Three Minute Thesis (3MT™)
Finale March 27, 2024 | 4:30 pm | ECHA 2-190
Cheer on our 15 3MT finalists as they share their research stories and compete to see who goes on to represent the University of Alberta at the 3MT Western Canadian Finals.
Click the button below to RSVP for the live event, or to access the event livestream on March 27.
more Professional Development Opportunities
Discover career building opportunities
Learn about the Graduate Student Internship Program (GSIP), mentoring opportunities, or career advising workshops.
Engage with the community
Develop a creative approach to your research presentations and build your confidence by connecting to the community to educate and inspire.
Develop your teaching skills
Deepen and hone your teaching skills while getting an edge in the academic market and preparing for non-academic leadership roles.
Build an entrepreneurial skill set
Grow your mindset to develop policies, practices, products, and processes that can be applied to an intra, social, and entrepreneurial career.