Postdoc Appreciation Week

Postdocs from all campuses at the University of Miami are invited to celebrate Postdoc Appreciation Week from September 21-25, 2026. This week-long celebration will feature professional development sessions, raffles, and more!*

*Events are for University of Miami postdocs only.

In addition to the exclusive events the Postdoctoral Programs Office and the Postdoc Association will be hosting, UM postdocs will have access to professional and career development events the National Postdoc Association (NPA) and its affiliates will be hosting. UM postdocs must activate their free NPA membership (instructions here) to participate in some of these events. 

Browse all NPA events here

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  • Monday, September 21, 2026

    1:00 PM - 2026 National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW) Kickoff Event (Virtual)

    Please join us for the 2026 National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW) National Kickoff brought to you by the National Postdoc Association (NPA). Board members of the NPA dive into issues facing the postdoctoral community today, while keeping one eye toward the past and another toward the future. Leaders at institutions that house postdocs and postdoctoral scholars themselves will honor and celebrate the hard work being conducted today by researchers, explore the adversity faced by many, and imagine positive changes the future can bring through intentional collective efforts.

    Click Here To Register

    All Day - Postdoc Pride Spotlights (Virtual)

    Keep an eye out for emails highlighting our Postdoc Pride!

  • Tuesday, September 22, 2026

    Professional Headshot Photos (All Campuses)
    Gables Campus - 10:00-11:00 AM - Ashe Building, Room 235
    Marine Campus - 1:00-2:00 PM - RSMAS Library, Map and Chart Room
    Medical Campus - 4:00-6:00 PM - Rosenstiel Medical Science Building, Room 1121B

    Need an updated headshot? Sign up to reserve a time with a professional photographer to take photos on your campus! Appointment required.

    CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT

  • Wednesday, September 23, 2026

    All Day - UM Postdoc Trivia (Virtual)

    Submit a response to our virutal trivia in order to receive raffle tickets for Postdoc goodies! Be on the lookout for an email on Wednesday morning for details.

  • Thursday, September 24, 2026

    1:00-2:00 PM - Postdoc Pause - A Virtual Meditation Hour (Virtual)

    Take a restorative break from your research with a guided mindful meditation session led by Kelly Miller. Learn simple mindfulness techniques to rest, reset, and quieting the busy mind. 

    3:00-5:00 PM - Cafecito Break with the Office of Postdoctoral Programs (Gables Campus) 

    Join the Office of Postdoctoroal Programs and fellow postdocs for a afternoon cafecito break on the Gables campus! The Cafecito stand will be located on Miller Drive Circle between the Richter Library and the School of Law. Cane Card Required.

  • Friday, September 25, 2026

    5:00-6:00 PM - Meet Up for Happy Hour (Gables Campus)

    Join the Office of Postdoctoral Programs for a relaxed meet-up at the Rathskeller on the Gables Campus. This is a chance to meet other postdocs across departments, share what you’re working on, and hear about your Postdoctoral Programs resources.

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