Workshops and Webinars
Awards Workshops 2022-23
“The Award Ready Series” is aimed at all faculty, who are interested in applying to external awards now or in the future. The series features three one-hour webinars focused on key areas of awards and will be led by the Director of Faculty Recognition, Dr. Maria Almanza. Faculty awards are beneficial at all stages of your career, increasing visibility for your work and providing deserving recognition for your achievements. Please register for each webinar that is relevant to you. You may direct questions to almanza@buffalo.edu.
Part 1: Applying for Early Career Awards
This webinar is aimed at offering advice and best practices for early career faculty, who are interested in applying for external awards. Discussion will include identifying awards that are a good fit, considering when to apply, and setting goals. This webinar will also provide a broad overview of best practices for application materials.
Date: Tuesday, October 25th at 1:00 pm
Please register for the webinar here. All Zoom links will be emailed directly to respondents prior to the event.
Part 2: Writing Strong Letters of Support
Whether you are writing a nomination letter, serving as a referee, or seeking out letters of reference, this webinar is for you. We will discuss best practices for letter writing, including how to best support claims, strategies for letter organization, as well as the “do’s” and “don'ts” of letter writing.
Date: Thursday, November 17th at 12:00 p.m.
Please register for the webinar here. All Zoom links will be emailed directly to respondents prior to the event.
Part 3: Preparing Your CV for Award Applications
This webinar will help participants polish their CV so that they can best represent themselves when applying to awards. Discussion will include how to tailor your CV to specific awards, organization, design, and how to highlight one’s accomplishments for a selection committee.
Date: Tuesday, January 17th at 1:00 p.m.
Please register for the webinar here. All Zoom links will be emailed directly to respondents prior to the event.