Upcoming Events
Crafting Impactful Recommendations for Students: Strategies for Scholarship and Fellowship Letters of Recommendation
Thursday, February 13, 2025 | 3:25 p.m.–4:25 p.m.
This presentation will guide faculty in writing impactful recommendation letters for undergraduate and graduate students applying for prestigious awards, scholarships, and fellowships. Participants will learn how to tailor their letters to highlight key student qualities, craft compelling narratives, and avoid common pitfalls to ensure their recommendations stand out. By the end of the session, participants will have practical strategies and a clear approach to writing letters that maximize students' chances of success in competitive selection processes.
Presenters: Anna Beskin, PhD (Director of Faculty and Graduate Research, Office of Research and Graduate Education) and Moira Egan, PhD (Director of Prestigious Awards and Graduate Fellowships, Office of Research and Graduate Education)
Infusing Cultural Humility and Responsiveness into Research Design (Faculty Research Series)
Thursday, February 20, 2025, 3:25 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.
In this presentation, Kyomi Gregory-Martin, PhD, will discuss her research on non-mainstream dialects, child language assessment and treatment, interprofessional practice and education, and parent training and teacher training workshops. She will highlight key projects from her career at Â̾ÞÈËÊÓƵ as well as her latest research endeavors. Gregory-Martin is the recipient of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association Award for outstanding contributions in multicultural affairs and the2024 Dean's Research Award for the College of Health Professions. Her work has been published in speech-language pathology journals and across other disciplines.
Presenter: Kyomi Gregory-Martin, Ph.D., CCC-SLP (College of Health Professions, NYC)
Multimodal Reading and Design (Faculty Research Series)
Wednesday March 5, 2025, 12:10 p.m. -1:10 p.m.
In this presentation, Fran Falk-Ross, PhD will share her research documenting the supportive nature of using a mix of modes (such as images, print, graphic novels, poetry, online sources) to instruct a diversity of students and teachers at different reading levels and linguistic knowledge. Professor Falk-Ross’s work has been published in the professional journal, Language Arts, and in conference presentations. Examples of teachers’ constructions and applications to design multimodal resources will be shared with participants. This presentation is part of a series meant to spotlight the innovative research of Â̾ÞÈËÊÓƵfaculty.
Presenter: Francine Falk-Ross, PhD (School of Education, NYC)
Exclusive Grant Writing and Professional Development Series at Â̾ÞÈËÊÓƵ
Announcing Beth Schachter, PhD, for an Exclusive Grant Writing and Professional Development Series at Â̾ÞÈËÊÓƵ
Â̾ÞÈËÊÓƵ is thrilled to welcome , a distinguished writer, editor, consultant, and coach specializing in the biomedical community within academia and industry. With a unique blend of scientific expertise and communications prowess, Beth excels in translating complex topics in biology, medicine, and biotechnology into impactful narratives. Whether crafting compelling research articles, refining manuscripts, or enhancing grant proposals, Beth’s skills amplify the reach and influence of your ideas across diverse audiences
Join Beth Schachter for a dynamic series of presentations at Â̾ÞÈËÊÓƵ!
Session 1: Mastering the Basics: A Comprehensive Guide to Grant Writing and Funding Opportunities Across Disciplines
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | 12:10 p.m. – 1:10 p.m.
In-person location 1 Â̾ÞÈËÊÓƵPlaza, W513 - ;
This presentation will be the first of a series led by Beth Schachter, PhD, grant writing consultant and coach. Beth will guide participants through grant writing across various disciplines such as sciences, humanities, arts, computer science, and business. The workshop will include the following key components: the essential elements of a successful grant proposal, such as defining clear research objectives, structuring the proposal for clarity and impact, and tailoring proposals to meet the specific criteria of different disciplines and funding sources.
Session 2: Advanced Strategies for Success in the Sciences
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 | 12:10pm-1:40pm
In-person location 1 Â̾ÞÈËÊÓƵPlaza, W623 - ;
This workshop is tailored for participants in the sciences with some basic experience in grant writing, focusing on more advanced tactics for successful grant applications. In this 90-minute session, Beth Schachter, PhD (grant writing consultant and coach), will provide guidance on developing a strategic approach to the application process, including managing timelines, building key contacts, and balancing the creative and business aspects of proposal writing. This session will feature two successful grant recipients from the sciences.
Session 3: Advanced Strategies for Success in the Humanities
Wednesday April 9, 2025 | 12:10 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.
In-person location TBA; to join via Zoom
This workshop is tailored for participants from the humanities with some basic experience in grant writing, focusing on more advanced tactics for successful grant applications. In this 90-minute session, Beth Schachter, PhD (grant writing consultant and coach), will provide guidance on developing a strategic approach to the application process, including managing timelines, building key contacts, and balancing the creative and business aspects of proposal writing. This session will feature two successful grant recipients from the humanities.
Session 4: Mastering Research Grants Workshop
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 | 12:10 p.m. – 1:40 p.m.
In-person location TBA; to join via Zoom
In this hands-on presentation, Beth Schachter, PhD (grant writing consultant and coach), will provide faculty with advanced grant application tactics, practical skills for writing grants, and personalized guidance and mentorship about the application process. Unlock the full potential of your research projects with our interactive workshop designed specifically for faculty who are well into their grant application journey, offering both practical tools and expert advice to advance your academic career.
For questions, contact Anna Beskin, PhD (Director, Faculty and Graduate Research) at abeskin@pace.edu.