Human Intelligence - Communicating with Clarity, Purpose, and Impact

In this workshop, participants will learn to sharpen their essential communication skills—writing, speaking, and presenting—with clarity and confidence across scientific and professional settings. Please join us as Ashley Carlson, from the university's Office of Research, improves our ability to communicate with nuance, empathy and precision; which will set you apart in a world of AI-generated content. October 13, 2026

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Principles of Scientific Writing

In this workshop, participants will learn about the basic principles of scientific writing and how scientific documents should be written so as to best communicate their message to the reader. Please join us as Dr. Brian Egan, one of KUMC's Biomedical Writers, gives practical advice that can immediately apply to manuscripts, grant proposals, and other scientific documents and greatly improve the communication of scientific discoveries. October 7, 2026

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AI Skills for Everyone - Applying Information Literacy in Academia and Beyond

In this workshop, A.R. Dykes Librarians Perry Weidling and Peter Johnson discuss how to approach AI-based tools. Viewers will apply information literacy best practices and strategies to assess potential benefits and risks of using AI-based tools, including their appropriate roles in academic research, copyright, and publishing. October 22, 2025

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Navigating Professional Conversations

In this presentation, Kristine Knutter teaches how to communicate effectively, confidently, collaboratively, and respectfully with supervisors, colleagues, and collaborators. Viewers will learn how these skills can immediately apply in any professional or academic setting and are essential in having a successful career in any field. September 23, 2025.

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Every Voice Counts - Creatively and Comprehensively Inform Your Strategy and Improvements

In this workshop, Tom Field teaches The Plexus Institute’s “Liberating Structures”, which can enhance the experience of any participant, from a small meeting to a large conference. Viewers will also learn about and practice facilitation techniques designed to tap into the knowledge, ideas and opinions of everyone involved in an effort with efficiency and high levels of engagement and even some fun. September 9, 2025.

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Writing Resumes and Cover Letters

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Search in Pivot for Professional and Research Funding Opportunities

Unsure how to locate funding for your next project, presentation, or career step? See how you can create searches and locate funding opportunities for specific topics and categories in the Pivot database. Funding types searchable in Pivot include conference travel, project grants, clinical trial support, publishing fees, dissertation/thesis funding, and more. April 25, 2024.

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The Role of ChatGPT in Research and Publishing

Unsure if AI tool ChatGPT is suitable for supporting your research? Peter Johnson and Prasanna Vaduvathiriyan discuss the potential benefits and downsides of using ChatGPT to build database searches, find citations, and create research questions. They also address the concerns and implications of using ChatGPT as a tool in peer reviewed publications. April 4, 2024.

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Everyday Mindfulness for Focus, Attention, and Stress Management

This presentation by Allison Roodman, Ph.D., Student Counseling & Educational Support, demonstrates how to practice everyday “mindfulness”, simple practices that you can use to help you focus and direct your attention in a meaningful way and to better manage your stress. February 5, 2024.

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Creating a Stellar Resume

View the presentation by Val Cervarich, Writing Help KC, to gain expert insights on how to write a captivating resume and cover letter that best represents you and your talents. February 4, 2024.

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Creating and Managing Your Research Profiles

View the presentation Creating and Managing Your Research Profiles presented by KU Medical Center A.R. Dykes Library Librarian Liaison Peter Johnson. November 9, 2023

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Interviewing Tips and Tricks

View the presentation Interviewing Tips and Tricks presented by KU Medical Center Human Resources staff Andrea McGranahan, and Matt Miller.

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Knowing Your Research Impact

View the presentation Knowing Your Research Impact presented by KU Medical Center A.R. Dykes Library Librarian Liaison, Prasanna Vaduvathiriyan. November 2, 2023.

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Public Speaking and Professional Communication

View the presentation Public Speaking and Professional Communication presented by Dr. Meggie Mapes. November 1, 2023.

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Chat GPT in Academia

View the presentation by KU Medical Center A.R. Dykes Library Librarian Liaisons, Peter Johnson, Prasanna Vaduvathiriyan, and Casey Phillips.