Networking at Conferences and Beyond: Present Yourself and Your Science
A workshop offered by the Bonn Graduate Center
Do you find yourself at conferences drinking coffee alone? Do you seem to miss every chance to network? Or do you have the feeling you can’t keep the conversation going or can’t even start it in the first place? No matter if you answer one of those questions with a clear “yes” or you simply have the feeling that you could perfect your self-presentation skills, then this workshop might be just right for you!
Online Workshop
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Friday, September 11, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Trainer
Dr. Karin Bodewits
Language
English
Location
Online
Target Group
Doctoral students
Track(s)
Research
Certificate
12 units are applicable within the Doctorate plus certificate
Description
Do you find yourself at conferences drinking coffee alone? Do you seem to miss every chance to network? Or do you have the feeling you can’t keep the conversation going or can’t even start it in the first place? No matter if you answer one of those questions with a clear “yes” or you simply have the feeling that you could perfect your self-presentation skills, then this workshop might be just right for you! From the first impression you leave, the conversation that follows to a friendly follow-up on- and offline — all of this will be covered during this workshop.
This is an interactive workshop with a lot of exercises and real-life examples. There is a special emphasis on communication, networking and media usage. The participants will be asked to prepare and debrief each session, submit written and recorded work to the trainer and also provide peer-to-peer feedback to other participants.
Content
- Get tips and tricks for expanding and keeping your network
- Improve your self-presentation appearance
- Design your personal pitch for job interviews, trade and career fairs, conferences and meetings
- Learn about body language and the importance of a professional first impression
- Get input on professional media usage for your career as a scientist
Creditable for the Micro Credential 'Communication & Impact'
Micro Credentials for doctoral students offer the opportunity to systematically add key future skills to your professional expertise. You can apply for a Micro Credential if you successfully complete at least four workshops from one area of expertise.
Contact
Bonn Graduate Center
Address
Alte Sternwarte
Poppelsdorfer Allee 47
53115 Bonn
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