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Love books or want to read more? Want to discuss books in a casual, friendly setting? Join the Yale Postdoctoral Association for the next installment of our book club on Wednesday, May 27th at 6:30 pm. In May, we are reading Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid, a book about an aging, reclusive Hollywood icon who recounts her scandalous life and ruthless rise to fame—organize…

Love books or want to read more? Want to discuss books in a casual, friendly setting? Join the Yale Postdoctoral Association for the next installment of our book club on Wednesday, April 29th at 6:30 pm. In April, we are reading Please Look After Mom by Shin Kyung-sook, a novel that tells the story of a family as it grapples with the disappearance of their matriarch, the secrets and memories…

After a historic winter and one unforgettable blizzard, it’s finally time to welcome spring! The days are getting longer and cherry blossoms are just around the corner. Join us on March 27th at 6.30pm in the YSB lobby for YPA Spring Happy Hour!

Join our next YPA Pint of Postdoc event, we will have 2 great speakers introducing us to their research fields! Speaker list coming soon! This is also the perfect opportunity to connect, share experiences, and build meaningful connections. Pint of Postdoc is a series of events where postdoctoral researchers present their work, field, and discoveries in an informal setting, typically at The …

Ready to dance? Salsa Night is here! Join us for an exciting evening with fun, beginner-friendly salsa lessons, great music and a lively atmosphere at Harkness Ballroom on Friday, August 1st, 7–9 pm. No experience needed, just bring good vibes. Come, let’s salsa!

This informal event organized by the YPA Belonging and Advocacy Committee provides postdocs with a supportive space to share their challenges and frustrations in a relaxed setting. It offers an opportunity to vent about the pressures of academic life, such as long hours, funding struggles, and career uncertainty, while connecting with peers who face similar issues. The goal is to foster camarad…

Join us on May 22nd at Griphon’s pub to discuss research in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere

This informal event organized by the YPA Belonging and Advocacy Committee provides postdocs with a supportive space to share their challenges and frustrations in a relaxed setting. It offers an opportunity to vent about the pressures of academic life, such as long hours, funding struggles, and career uncertainty, while connecting with peers who face similar issues. The goal is to foster camarad…

This informal event organized by the YPA Advocacy and Belonging Committee provides postdocs with a supportive space to share their challenges and frustrations in a relaxed setting. It offers an opportunity to vent about the pressures of academic life, such as long hours, funding struggles, and career uncertainty, while connecting with peers who face similar issues. The goal is to foster camarad…

Join our next YPA Pint of Postdoc event, we will have 3 great speakers introducing us to their research fields! This is also the perfect opportunity to connect, share experiences, and build meaningful connections. Pint of Postdoc is a series of events where postdoctoral researchers present their work, field, and discoveries in an informal setting, typically at The Gryphon’s Pub. The concept …