+ Grad School 101: Welcome to the IDP Beverly L. Vidaurreta, PhD. Program Director, Office of Student Counseling & Development + Welcome! Regina Martuscello 5th year IDP Student Concentration: Neuroscience GSAC Vice President Brian Mahon 3rd year IDP Student Concentration: Biochemistry & Molecular Biology PhD Student Advocate Jared Taylor 3rd year IDP Student Concentration: Immunology & Microbiology GSO Treasurer Marissa Finkelstein 2nd year IDP Master’s Student Department of Pathology Master’s Student Advocate + OUTLINE Introduction of IDP- Brian Mahon Master’s Program – Marissa Finkelstein PhD Program – Brian Mahon Living in Gainesville – Jared Taylor The Core Course – Jared Taylor Managing your PhD – Regina Martuscello Student Counseling Services - Dr. Vidaurreta Getting Involved @UF – Regina Martuscello + What is the IDP? Interdisciplinary Program in Biomedical Sciences: Masters and PhD students Concentrations Biochemistry (6 basic): & Molecular Biology Genetics Immunology & Microbiology Anatomy & Molecular Cell Biology Neuroscience Physiology & Pharmacology Affiliations Master of Science in Medical Science Master of Science in Translational Biotechnology + IDP Student Office Location – CG-80 Password – 123 OPEN TO ALL IDP STUDENTS + Masters Program Marissa Finkelstein Master’s Student Advocate + Important People to Know Dr. Richard Snyder– IDP Master’s Program Director [snyderr@ufl.edu] Kris Minkoff– IDP Master’s Program Assistant [kminkoff@ufl.edu] * You will be a part of the department your lab is affiliated with for HR purposes, but Kris will handle your classes and anything else program related. + Coursework Master’s of Science in Translational Biotechnology Master’s of Medical Science Number of credits 48 (9credits Fall / Spring and 6 Summer) 36 (9credits Fall / Spring and 6 Summer) Duration 2 years 1.5 years Required Courses • 24 credits of formal coursework (12 credits must be graded GMS courses) • 24 credits of formal coursework (12 credits must be graded GMS courses) • GMS6003 - Essentials of Graduate Research and Professional Development (1st semester) • GMS6003 - Essentials of Graduate Research and Professional Development (1st semester) • GMS6506 – Biologic Drug Development (1st semester) • GMS6506 – Biologic Drug Development (1st semester) • GMS7194 - Biotechnology Seminar (every semester except for Summer session) • GMS7194 - Biotechnology Seminar (every semester except for Summer session) • 12 credits of Laboratory research (MANDATORY: GMS6971 3 credits during semester of graduation) • 12 credits of Laboratory research (MANDATORY: GMS6971 3 credits during semester of graduation) • 12 credits of Business courses Internship Yes (during the final summer semester) No + Research No Rotations in the Master’s Program You should all already have a lab Committees Comprised during Fall semester Minimum three faculty (approved by Dr. Snyder) Mentor (head of committee) Member of Master’s Advisory Board or Director of Program Member of your choice For Translational Biotechnology: Dean of the Business School First meeting in beginning of Spring semester Every 6 months after that Final meeting will be your public thesis defense + What to expect… Tips: Some classes for GMS6506 will be held at CERHB in Alachua Carpool out there and leave ample time for getting lost Read as many papers on your research as you can find Communication is key Take any opportunity presented to you Attend conferences (there are travel grants available from the Graduate Student Council) Attend guest lectures Come prepared Keep organized + PhD Program Brian P. Mahon PhD Student Advocate + Important People to Know Brett Looney– IDP Program Assistant, Student services & Course Management, Fiscal [blooney@UFL.EDU] Susan Gardner – IDP Program Assistant, Admissions & Records [sgardner@aa.ufl.edu] Also, Contact Concentration Directors for any additional questions After your first year you will be in contact with your departments secretary + PhD Curriculum (Generic) Year 1 Year 2 Fall Spring -Core Course -2 Lab Rotations -Professional Development -Ethics Course -Conc. Based Coursework -1 Lab Rotation -CHOSE LAB/MENTOR -Form Committee/Meet -Conc. Based Coursework -Research Year 3 Year 4 and Beyond Summer -Committee Meeting -Conc. Based Coursework -Research -Qualifying Exam -Research -Research -(Find) A Dissertation Project -Prepare/Take Qualifying Exam -Any Additional Coursework -Research -(Retake Qualifying Exam) + Lab Rotations Purpose: To determine if 1) the lab is a good fit for you and 2) you are a good fit for the lab Overview Required three 5-week Rotations (2 in Fall, 1 in Spring year 1) At the end of each you will give 1) a presentation 2) submit a “publication worthy” report At the end of Rotation 3, you will join a lab If you do not find a lab by Rotation 3 you will do a Fourth Please Note! Set up rotations EARLY. Do not rely on “outdated” website to learn about a PI’s research. Strategically pick your rotations Do well in ALL of your Rotations (even if you know you will not join that lab) Despite what a PI tells you, a spot in lab is NEVER guaranteed Have Fun! + Living & Managing in Gainesville Jared Taylor GSO Treasurer + Getting to Campus Parking Parking decals for the commuter lot are $154 for the year http://www.parking.ufl.edu 10 minutes! + Getting to Campus Buses Free with your Gator1 Card http://go-rts.com http://www.ufl.transloc.com TransLoc App + Getting to Campus Take your bike on your bus + Getting to Campus Bike - Theft + Getting to Campus Bike - Theft + Getting to Campus Bikes Rules of the Road Bikes are the same as cars!! Follow all traffic laws, including stop signs and speed limits! Buy a light kit or get a ticket! Services Free bike repairs at Reitz Union Bike rack on all RTS buses $154 for moving violation Register your bike with UFPD! $252 for running red light (352)-392-5447 (info line) $104 non-moving violation http://www.police.ufl.edu $52.50 other Pay in 30 days or suspended license + Safety on Campus SNAP (Student Nighttime Auxiliary Patrol) 392-SNAP (7627) Summer: 8:30pm – 3am Fall & Spring: 6:30pm – 3am Later Gator + Places to Eat on Campus Sun Terrace Chick-fil-A, Einstein Brothers, Panda Express, Starbucks, Salad creations Shands Food Court Wendy’s, Subway, Full Cup Frozen Yogurt Exhibition (different hot food), Classic cuisine (cafeteria food), Umberto’s Pizza, Austin Grill Express, Sushi Bar Lunch from home The Terrace Café Wood fire pizza, sandwiches, desserts Delivery Jimmy Johns $2 Delivery (2dollardelivery.com) + Other Places to Know Harn Museum & Florida Museum of Natural History Southwest Recreation Center (Hull Rd) Student Fitness and Recreation Center Stadium Gate 18 http://www.recsports.ufl.edu/ Grocery - Publix, Winn Dixie, Wal-Mart Supercenter + The Core Course PhD Track Only + Core course Module 1 • Biochemistry • Molecular Biology Module 2 • Genetics Module 3 • Cell Structure • Cell Signaling + Core Course Lectures Team Based Learning (TBL) Paper Discussions CBL + Schedule GMS Five IDP 6001 and GMS 6003 days a week! Home Page Curriculum Fall Courses Fundamentals of Biomedical Sciences (Link to e-Learning) + Studying for the Core Course http://insomniac offee.co/espress ions/2012/11/lat e-night/ + How to Manage Don’t procrastinate! Study early! Rotation 1 starts September 8. Take advantage of this time! Find partner(s) to study with Ask your buddy about textbooks Tips on notetaking Recording lectures (must get permission!) Free tutoring available! + Useful tools Dropbox – www.dropbox.com Share previous tests Share lecture slides Facebook – Set up an unofficial group page for your class and join the unofficial IDP page + Managing your PhD Regina Martuscello VP Graduate Student Advisory Council Society For Neuroscience – BAW Coordinator COM-GAU Steward + Mentor Selection Multiple methods to finding a mentor IDP online database (Faculty) IDP online database (Grants) Entire listing of all UF faculty with IDP affiliations Allows you to search for each faculty members funding Can be accessed through each concentration link Gives a rough idea if they have the financial support to take on a student Contact PI Directly or get in touch with their students Best way to find out if they are accepting students is to ask them directly (websites may be outdated) Talking with other grad students can also give you good insight into available PI’s + Importance of your rotations and mentor selection You are not only judging a lab while your rotate, but you are being judged. Take it seriously, do your best work. Things to consider when choosing a mentor: Funding, publication record, current laboratory personnel, number of graduated students, current time at UF, personal relationship, availability… Its important to know that you have the right to interview your new mentor as much as they have the right to interview you. Don’t be afraid to speak up and talk about what YOU want out of your graduate and future career + Life Outside of Lab PhD duration is 4-7 years This depends on many factors There is more to the IDP than just great science You can choose to be very involved with the IDP or not – it is your choice to make We recommend taking breaks WHENEVER you can… + Take Care of Yourself After your first year you go off on your own Attend our social events: Mixers Tailgates Dinners/cooking club Utilize the counseling and wellness center resources Get involved with UF graduate school Utilize the SW rec center gym, boot camps and group fitness + Social Events – Join us on FB! IDP Facebook page We post about anything and everything – JOIN! Intramural Facebook pages Soccer Softball Volleyball Flag football + Student Health Services There is a student health service center in the Dental Tower: D249 PHONE: (352) 294-5700 LOCATION: Health Science Center, Dental Towers, 2nd Floor, Room D2-49 HOURS: Fall/Spring: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. (closed 12-1 p.m.) Summer: Summer: Monday– Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (closed 12-1 p.m.) + Student Counseling Services + Confidentiality • potential threat to self or others • suspected abuse of children, disabled or elderly persons • when disclosure is required by law + Contact Info office location M-135 appointments 352-273-8383 “Dr. V” - beverly@ufl.edu emergency 911 CWC Counselor on Duty 352-392-1575 Alachua County Crisis Center 352-264-6789 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 800-273-TALK + Involvement @ UF and The Graduate School Regina Martuscello VP Graduate Student Advisory Council Society For Neuroscience – BAW Coordinator COM-GAU Steward + New Student Orientations **Note – You must register for Orientation** If you are interested in more orientations and learning about other events going on throughout campus: Monday August 18th, 2013 Orientation Session for All New Graduate Students 8:00 AM to 3:30 AM Reitz Union Monday August 18th, 2013 Special Orientation Session for New International Graduate Students 10:15 AM to 11:30 AM Reitz Union 9-10AM: Graduate School Welcome 10:30-3:30PM: Resource Fair Grand Ballroom, Reitz Union [2nd Fl] 10:30-3:30PM: Information Sessions Assigned classrooms Auditorium, Reitz Union [2nd Fl] 12-2PM: Campus Tours Circular Breezeway, Reitz Union [Ground Floor] + Some of The MANY UF Graduate Student Organization on Campus GSC Graduate Student Council COM-GSO College of Medicine Graduate Student Organization GSAC Graduate Student Advisory Council WiSE Women in Science & Engineering IGSA GAU Graduate Assistants United PhDMoms Indian Graduate Student Association Grad assistants with kids B.G.S.O Black Graduate Student Organization https://www.studentinvolvement.ufl.edu/StudentOrganizations + COM-GSO: College of Medicine Graduate Student Organization IDP has its own student organization We will be looking for 2 first year representatives to join the GSO to help integrate you first years After your first year you can nominate yourself for any position (~20 positions) Range from academic, to social, to community service events Project Downtown Gainesville + SAC & GSAC: If you need help Graduate Student Advisory Council Student Advocacy Committee Brian Mahon is your PhD student advocate brianpmahon@ufl.edu Marissa Finkelstein is your Master’s student advocate marissajfinkelst@ufl.edu Brittney Newby is your MD/PhD student advocate brittney.newby@ufl.edu They are available for any and all students to voice their concerns and help them with any issues they have I am the Vice President of GSAC We work towards integrating all graduate departments on campus through collaborative research and rounding out graduate degrees: Professional development Mentoring Ethics http://i3.institutes.ufl.edu/whatis-icubed/graduate-studentadvisory-council/ + GAU: Graduate Assistants United UF has a graduate assistant union that negotiates the contracts all graduate students sign when they are accepted at UF. Negotiate for: Health insurance – you have GatorCare Student fees – you have some each semester, GAU is always working towards reducing these Contracts Stipends Much more If you would like to join GAU I have enrollment forms, dues are 1% of your stipend [approx ~$22 a month]. I have T-shirts and benefit cards for those that wish to enroll. http://ufgau.org/wp/join-now/ + UFIC There are lots of opportunities and information for international students at the UFIC Each year there is an international festival in downtown Gainesville http://www.ufic.ufl.edu/ Located in The Hub Welcome to the IDP +