April 25 Description: In this session, we will discuss strategies for improving communications between mentors and mentees as well as approaches to providing open and constructive feedback. We will follow up with an optional Thursday session (held in-person) to workshop individual cases.
Optional: Mentor Chat on Thursday, April 25, 12:00-1:00pm, in TMEC 447, 260 Longwood Ave., 4th Floor.
Separate registration at: https://mentor-chat-4-27-23.eventbrite.com Snacks and beverages will be provided.
Series Description: The Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center and UMass Boston Research Education Core Program, in collaboration with the HMS/HSDM Office of Postdoctoral Fellows, are offering a series of mentor training workshops focused on mentorship development and shared practice for current, past, and prospective mentors. Emphasis will be placed on exploring your mentoring style, inclusive mentorship practices, and providing guidance to junior mentees (such as undergraduates). All sessions run from 12:00-1:00pm
Please note: the Mentor Training Series workshops are highly interactive and engaging. Please be prepared to participate in the discussions and turn your cameras on when possible
Workshops in this series (All sessions run from 12:00-1:00pm):
March 7 - Creating Welcoming Environments - Virtual
March 21 - Aligning Expectations - Virtual
March 23 - Aligning Expectations Mentor Chat - In-person at TMEC L-008, 260 Longwood Ave.
April 25 - Effective Communication - Virtual
April 27 - Effective Communication - In-person at TMEC 447, 260 Longwood Ave.
May 9 - Recognizing Cultural Assets - Virtual