Upcoming Events
Fall 2024 workshops
How—and When—Acute Adversity Improves Psychological Functioning (2nd Faculty Lab Presentation Series)
Monday, November 18, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
In this talk, Professor Mancini will review evidence of improved functioning after a wide range of acute stressors—from bereavement to hurricane exposure to school shootings to military deployment—and provide an explanatory framework for understanding why functioning can improve after acute adversity and under what circumstances improvement is more likely to occur. This presentation is part of a series meant to spotlight the innovative research of Pace faculty.
Presenter: Anthony Mancini, PhD (Psychology, PLV, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences)
Integrating Research Narratives in the Classroom and the Community(2nd Grant Writing Workshop)
Tuesday, November 19, 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m.
As part of the Office of Research and Graduate Education’s semester-long grant writing workshop, this session is designed to guide faculty—particularly junior faculty—on how to seamlessly integrate their research with teaching, service, and other professional activities. During this session, Joseph Franco will explore strategies for creating a cohesive professional narrative, emphasizing how to tell a compelling story that reflects the interconnectedness of faculty's professional roles. Participants will gain practical insights into blending their research with broader academic responsibilities, ultimately strengthening their professional trajectory and impact.
Presenter: Joseph Franco, PhD, LMHC, NCC, ACS, Senior Advisor to the Provost & Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs; Professor, Psychology & Mental Health Counseling, Pleasantville Campus
Maximize Research Funding Opportunities with Pivot: A Guide for Graduate Students
Thursday, November 21, 2024, 11: 00 a.m.–12: 00 p.m.
Graduate students are invited to join this in-depth presentation on using Pivot, a powerful, customizable database that streamlines the search for research funding and collaboration opportunities. Graduate students will learn how to locate grants, refine searches using advanced filters, track and save funding options, and leverage built-in tools to enhance their research journey.
Presenter: Nick Epiphaniou, Customer Success Manager, Pivot
Building Collaborative Research Partnerships: Strategies for Grant Success and Enhanced Productivity (3rd Grant Writing Workshop)
Thursday, November 21, 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m.
This programmatic research workshop is designed to equip researchers with the tools and strategies needed to begin and sustain successful collaborative research partnerships. Offering practical insights to help you achieve your research goals, the session will cover essential aspects of collaboration, advice on leveraging collaborative efforts to strengthen grant proposals, and generate innovative research outcomes.
Presenter: Beau Anderson, PhD (Allied Health, NYC, College of Health Professions)
Crafting Your Story as a Graduate Student: Writing a Compelling Personal Statement for Grants and Awards (Graduate Student Focused Grant Writing Workshop)
Monday, December 2, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
Join the Office of Research and Graduate Education for a workshop on how to write a Personal Statement, designed to help graduate students craft compelling and persuasive personal statements for grants and awards. In this session, you'll learn how to distinguish between an autobiography and a personal statement, master the art of "show, don't tell," and effectively highlight your strengths and motivations. We’ll explore how to contextualize challenges and events, articulate your values, and bring clarity to your goals and vision for the future. Discover how to weave together your experiences, interests, and unique qualities into a concise narrative that stands out while staying true to yourself—strategically balancing vulnerability with professionalism.
Presenter: Anna Beskin, PhD (Director of Faculty and Graduate Research, Office of Research and Graduate Education; Adjunct Professor, English Dept, NYC)
Mastering the Basics: A Comprehensive Guide to Grant Writing and Funding Opportunities Across Disciplines
Wednesday, December 4, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
This presentation will be the first of a series led by Beth Schachter, PhD, a grant writing consultant and coach. Beth Schachter will guide participants through grant writing across various disciplines such as sciences, humanities, arts, computer science, and business as well as provide a comprehensive introduction to the key components of successful grant writing and practical tools for finding funding opportunities. The workshop will include the following key components: the essential elements of a grant proposal (such as defining clear research objectives, structuring the proposal for clarity and impact, and tailoring proposals to meet the specific criteria of different disciplines and funding sources).
Presenter: Beth Schachter, PhD (Grant Writing Consultant and Coach)
Funding Experiential Innovations in Pedagogy
Friday, December 6, 12:10 p.m.–1:10 p.m.
This workshop is for faculty interested in exploring opportunities to pursue funding for research, civic engagement, or other experiential projects in their teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level. We will look at recent sources of funding for experiential curricular initiatives across the disciplines and spend some time brainstorming together about future opportunities. The primary goals of this workshop are: 1) sparking conversation about new curricular initiatives for which we might explore new funding sources and 2) providing an introduction to the range of opportunities available.
Presenters: Maria Iacullo-Bird, PhD (Assistant Provost for Research; History, NYC, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences) and Kelley Kreitz, PhD (Director of Experiential Learning and the Pace Path; English, NYC, Dyson College of Arts and Sciences)
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These workshops will be presented by Beth Schachter, PhD (Grant Writing Consultant and Coach).
Advanced Strategies for Success in the Sciences (90 minutes)
This workshop is tailored for participants in the sciences with some basic experience in grant writing, focusing on more advanced tactics for successful grant applications. This 90-minute session will provide guidance on developing a strategic approach to the application process, including managing timelines, building key contacts, and balancing the creative and business aspects of proposal writing. This session will feature two successful grant recipients from the sciences.
Advanced Strategies for Success in the Humanities (90 minutes)
This workshop is tailored for participants from the humanities with some basic experience in grant writing, focusing on more advanced tactics for successful grant applications. This 90-minute session will provide guidance on developing a strategic approach to the application process, including managing timelines, building key contacts, and balancing the creative and business aspects of proposal writing. This session will feature two successful grant recipients from the humanities.
Mastering Research Grants Workshop
Unlock the full potential of your research projects with our interactive workshop designed specifically for faculty. This hands-on session will provide faculty with: advanced grant application tactics, practical skills for writing grants, and personalized guidance and mentorship about the application process. This workshop is ideal for faculty who are well into their grant application journey, offering both practical tools and expert advice to advance your academic career.
For questions, contact Anna Beskin, PhD (Director, Faculty and Graduate Research) at abeskin@pace.edu.