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Professional Development

The Office of Graduate Studies recognizes the importance of providing Professional Development Opportunities for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars to develop their knowledge and skills beyond their formal academic training. These opportunities help supplement students' and scholars' efforts to succeed while at UC Davis and in their future careers. All of the programs listed below are either sponsored or co-sponsored by the Office of Graduate Studies.

Professional Development Series (PDS)

The Professional Development Series (PDS) provides a variety of training opportunities on topics of professional development interest to graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. PDS is offered by the Office of Graduate Studies and co-sponsored by other UC Davis units.

Alliance for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP)

Funded by the National Science Foundation to enhance the recruitment, retention, and professional development of underrepresented Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) graduate students.

Professors for the Future (PFTF)

Professors for the Future is a year-long competitive fellowship program designed to recognize and develop the leadership skills of outstanding graduate students and postdoctoral scholars who have demonstrated their commitment to professionalism, integrity, and academic service.


Last Updated: June 27, 2008