2024 PDF Appreciation Week
The 2024 PDF Appreciation Week at the University of Alberta will take place from September 23 to 27, 2024!
We encourage you to sign up for these events and be part of the celebrations tailored specifically for postdoctoral fellows.
PDF onboarding event
Monday, September 23 | 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Cascade Room, Students' Union Building (map)
During this onboarding session, you'll have the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the current ongoings within your postdoctoral fellow community. You'll gain insights into upcoming professional development opportunities, access to library resources, information about the PDFA, learn details about your health benefits, and much more!
No registration is required to attend this event.
PDFA BBQ
Tuesday, September 24 | 4:00 - 8:00 pm
Emily Murphy Park (map)
As summer draws to a close, the PDF Appreciation week aligns beautifully with the arrival of yellowing leaves. This is an ideal moment to gather and relish the outdoor weather. We extend a warm invitation for you to be a part of an exclusive BBQ event tailored solely for PDFS and their families.
Registration for this event is now closed.
Games & Ice-breakers
Wednesday, September 25 | 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Central Academic Building (CAB) Room 269 (map)
We are excited to invite you to a fun-filled session of games and ice-breakers! This event is a great opportunity to unwind, connect with fellow postdocs, and build camaraderie in a relaxed, light-hearted atmosphere.
Whether you're new to the team or have been here for a while, this is the perfect chance to get to know your colleagues better through engaging activities designed to spark conversations and laughter.
Let’s celebrate our amazing postdoctoral community together. We look forward to seeing you there!
No registration is required to attend this event.
PDFA Research Day
Thursday, September 26 | 2:00 pm
Online on Zoom
The 2024 PDFA Research Day will be held virtually on Thursday, September 26 at 2:00 pm MST. This event will highlight the important contributions postdoctoral fellows make to the University of Alberta.
The Research Day will feature five-minute speed talks from you (UofA PDFs). There will be awards for the best speed talks!
Registration for this event is now closed.
PDF Dinner
Friday, September 27 | 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Maple Leaf Room, Lister Centre (map)
Join your postdoc colleagues in this culinary celebration to show mutual appreciation and camaraderie. This event aims to bring us all together for a memorable and enjoyable gathering to conclude the 2024 PDF Appreciation week.
Registration for this event is now closed.