Double Shelix Live!
Past Events
Navigating the Hidden Curriculum for Success in STEM to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Excel
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
Hearst Memorial Mining Building, Room 290
University of California, Berkeley
Free food, thanks to our partners, UC Berkeley Society of Women Engineers
Abstract
Double Shelix and SWE present: Navigating STEM’s Hidden Curriculum to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Excel - How not knowing the unwritten rules promotes feelings of inadequacy and what to do about it.
Students in science and engineering often experience feelings of inadequacy and imposter syndrome, which can hinder their achievement. Many of these feelings can be attributed to not knowing the hidden curriculum for succeeding in college and beyond, such as knowing about available opportunities, networking and mentorship norms, and what future employers actually care about. Kayla and Sally, Berkeley PhD students and hosts of Double Shelix podcast, will discuss the how to learn and apply the hidden curriculum for success in STEM to overcome imposter syndrome and achieve your career goals. All are welcome!
Hearst Memorial Mining Building, Room 290
University of California, Berkeley
Free food, thanks to our partners, UC Berkeley Society of Women Engineers
Abstract
Double Shelix and SWE present: Navigating STEM’s Hidden Curriculum to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Excel - How not knowing the unwritten rules promotes feelings of inadequacy and what to do about it.
Students in science and engineering often experience feelings of inadequacy and imposter syndrome, which can hinder their achievement. Many of these feelings can be attributed to not knowing the hidden curriculum for succeeding in college and beyond, such as knowing about available opportunities, networking and mentorship norms, and what future employers actually care about. Kayla and Sally, Berkeley PhD students and hosts of Double Shelix podcast, will discuss the how to learn and apply the hidden curriculum for success in STEM to overcome imposter syndrome and achieve your career goals. All are welcome!
Leveraging Your Summer Research Experience for Your Future Career Success
Presentation to all summer interns at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab
June 2018
Kayla and Sally discuss about how students can make the most of their summer research experiences, including how to be a good mentee, set goals and plans with your mentor, and finish the summer on a high note to secure a strong letter of recommendation. We also discuss what to do if you feel like your project this summer is not something you're particularly passionate about, and how to put this summer experience into context when it comes to writing personal statements for graduate school or pitching yourself to future employers.
This show was not recorded, but we covered similar topics on our episode Summer internships + rotation projects: Leveraging short-term experiences for your future career success! Also available on iTunes.
June 2018
Kayla and Sally discuss about how students can make the most of their summer research experiences, including how to be a good mentee, set goals and plans with your mentor, and finish the summer on a high note to secure a strong letter of recommendation. We also discuss what to do if you feel like your project this summer is not something you're particularly passionate about, and how to put this summer experience into context when it comes to writing personal statements for graduate school or pitching yourself to future employers.
This show was not recorded, but we covered similar topics on our episode Summer internships + rotation projects: Leveraging short-term experiences for your future career success! Also available on iTunes.
Bring Double Shelix to your Audience!
We would love to develop a meaningful, engaging presentation for your audience.
We will work with you to develop a program relevant to your organization, event, and goals. Some topics we love to speak about are below, and please contact us if you have something else in mind!
- Imposter syndrome
- Transitions - starting strong at the beginning of a new experience like a summer internship, 1st year of graduate school, etc.
- Inclusion and equity in STEM
- Peer mentorship
- Persevering through the grad school grind
- On-stage interview with a leader from your organization
For more information or to book us for your event, email us at [email protected].
We will work with you to develop a program relevant to your organization, event, and goals. Some topics we love to speak about are below, and please contact us if you have something else in mind!
- Imposter syndrome
- Transitions - starting strong at the beginning of a new experience like a summer internship, 1st year of graduate school, etc.
- Inclusion and equity in STEM
- Peer mentorship
- Persevering through the grad school grind
- On-stage interview with a leader from your organization
For more information or to book us for your event, email us at [email protected].
