The program is packed with activities designed to help you make the most of your PhD journey and make sure that the day is fun!
- Inspiring talks: Hear from invited alumni speakeinto the various avenues your PhD could lead you to
- Hands-on workshops: Participate in three workshops designed to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Get moving: Join us for an afternoon sport activity to recharge your energy and get to know each other.
- Unwind and connect: Wrap up the day with food, drinks and evening program at the Teekkarisauna.
The schedule of the event is as follows:
- 9:00-9:15 Coffee and snacks served in RH215
- 9:15-9:30 Opening words by the organizing team
- 9:30-12:00 Alumni stories of the various avenues your PhD could lead you to!
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- Alexandra Shakun (mixed industry and academia with PoDoCo)
- Matti Virkki (continues research at VTT)
- Laura Koivusalo (commercialised her research)
- Ville Hynninen (became expert in patenting)
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- 12:00-13:00 Lunch (at own cost)
- 13:00-15:00 Workshops – in Language Centre, rooms are provided there and in the morning.
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- Innovation Services Workshop: Ignite your creativity and learn how to turn innovative ideas into reality using practical tools like the NABC framework.
- Recognizing Transferable Skills Workshop: Discover and articulate your own skills and personal strengths, and learn how to showcase them also outside of academia.
- Compelling Speech/Presentation Workshop: Master the art of storytelling and become confident in presenting your research to diverse audiences, ensuring your message makes an impact.
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- 15:00 Closing words on the workshops
- 15:30-17:30 Sports activity @ Tamppi areena
- 18:00-> Free food and drinks @ Teekkarisauna