About Postdoc Appreciation Week

Since 2009, the National Postdoctoral Association has sponsored National Postdoc Appreciation Day/Week to recognize the significant contributions that postdoctoral scholars make to research and discovery. Institutions from across the country and other parts of the world participate by holding special events. In 2010, this week was officially recognized by the U.S. House of Representatives. Events will be held throughout the week and across the country to create awareness.

UC Davis 2024 Postdoc Appreciation Week - October 14-18, 2024

Graduate Studies Postdoc Appreciation Week Kickoff Breakfast Reception

Monday October 14, 2024
9:30 - 10:30 am
North Lawn, Walker Hall 
Registration coming soon

Graduate Studies Reception for President's and Chancellor's Postdoctoral Fellows

Monday October 14, 2024
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Gibeling Conference Room 1220, Walker Hall
Invitations via email

College of Biological Sciences Postdoc Appreciation Social

Tuesday October 15, 2024
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Green Hall Courtyard
Invitations via email

College of Engineering Postdoc Social: Donuts and Discussion

Wednesday October 16, 2024
9:00 - 10:00 am
Kemper Hall
Invitations via email

College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences
Bagels and Coffee Social with the Dean

Wednesday October 16, 2024
9:00 - 10:00 am
North Lawn, Mrak Hall
Invitations via email

School of Medicine Postdoc Coffee Break

Wednesday October 16, 2024
Sacramento Campus: 9:00 - 10:00 am, UCDH Research Building
Davis Campus: 1:00 - 2:30 pm, Tupper Hall lawn
Invitations via email

School of Veterinary Medicine Postdoc Breakfast

TBD 
 

College of Letters & Science
Postdoc  Happy Hour with Dean Atekwana

Tuesday October 15, 2024
4:00 - 5:00 pm
Andrews Conference Room (2203 Social Sciences & Humanities building)
Invitations via email

Career Center Postdoc Industry Panel

To show appreciation for postdocs, the Career Center is hosting a one-hour career panel featuring scientists who have transitioned to industry after their postdoc
Friday October 18, 2024
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Register at https://ucdavis.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1388995
(Information on creating a Handshake account can be found here)

Graduate Studies Postdoc Appreciation Dinner

A family-friendly casual outdoor dinner
Friday October 18, 2024
5:00 - 7:00 pm
North Lawn, Walker Hall
Registration coming soon