Winter 2023

This quarter's DIVelopment workshop series focuses on the job search. Hosted by the Office of the Dean of Students in the Divinity School, these events are open to students across our degree programs. 

 

Autumn Quarter  2023 focused on preparation for PhD applications. Each session will be hosted by Prof. Jeff Stackert, Director of MA Studies, and feature Divinity School faculty.  

Oct 11th: Where to apply? How to choose PhD programs (with Profs. Kris Culp and Yousef Casewit)

Oct 18th: How to write a statement of purpose (with Profs. Sarah Pierce Taylor and Simeon Chavel)

Nov 1st: How to craft a writing sample (with Profs. Sarah Hammerschlag and Dan Arnold)

Winter 2023

January 17, “Beginning a Job Search” with Nathan Hardy (UChicagoGRAD).

How do you assess your skills and interests to even start a job search? What are some of the best methods for looking for jobs? Nathan Hardy will help us think about taking the next step in your careers. 

January 31, “Summer Planning: Internships” with Nathan Hardy, Kathrin Kranz (UChicagoGRAD), and Brie Loskota (Executive Director, Martin Marty Center). 

What are you doing this summer? This workshop will introduce the plethora of internship opportunities available over the summer through UChicagoGRAD and the Divinity School. Past summer interns will be on hand to share their experiences. 

February 16, “Interviewing 101/Preparing a CV” with Nathan Hardy, Brian Campbell (UChicagoGRAD), Brie Loskota, and Dean of Students Anita Lumpkin. 

How do you ace an interview? Start with this workshop that will introduce you to interviewing techniques and give you a chance to practice. We’ll also cover some tips for preparing your CV.