Professional Development

SPIRE scholars participate in various professional development activities and workshops. These opportunities provide the groundwork for developing life-long professional skills and include:

• Professional Development Workshops
• Annual SPIRE Distinguished Scholar Seminar
• Annual IRACDA Conference
• CIRTL at UNC Chapel Hill
• Seminar on College Teaching
• Responsible Conduct of Research, Research Ethics
• Training in Enhancing Reproducibility
• Effective Mentoring (CIMER training)
• Grant writing and grants management
• SPIRE alumni panels