Credential in Research Communication
Communication is central to the PhD student experience: presenting at conferences, defending the dissertation, and engaging in public speaking opportunities. The Research Communication Credential offers a progressive sequence of hands-on workshops, practice fields, and electives to help you build skills as a speaker, presenter, and scholar.
What You’ll Do
Complete a three-workshop sequence around the three core competencies:
- Audience Engagement
- Visual Communication
- Spoken Delivery
Choose two practice fields and participate in two activities per chosen field:
- Academic Communication
- Professional Communication
- Public Communication
Complete one additional elective training experience, such as a workshop about on-camera communication or a position as a communication specialist.
What You’ll Gain
The Credential in Research Communication offers UChicago PhD students the following opportunities:
- A supportive environment that allows for risk and skill-building
- Professional connections in both university and public contexts
- A fresh outlook on your project as you pitch your work to different audiences
Get Started Today
The Credential in Research Communication is open to all current, full-time UChicago PhD students. Want to earn the Credential? Contact Fiona Maxwell (fmaxwell@uchicago.edu) to be added to the associated Canvas course and get started.
Questions?
If you have questions about the Credential in Research Communication, please contact please contact Fiona Maxwell (fmaxwell@uchicago.edu).