Raffle+Talk: Communicating for Career Success

All students, postdocs, and staff are welcome to attend! This is a great opportunity to learn how to communicate your research effectively to decision-makers. There will also be a raffle to win a copy of the book “Championing Science”.

Communicating for Career Success (RSVP below!)
Tue, April 14, 2026, 10-11am | LKSC 130

Are you a student or scientist who needs to communicate research to decision makers—such as funding agencies, faculty, industry partners, or hiring managers? What’s the most effective way to explain your work to experts outside your field who influence your career? Join Amy Aines, co-author of Championing Science: Communicating Your Ideas to Decision Makers, to learn how to engage your audience, deliver impactful messages, and make the most of the first two minutes of a talk, pitch, or other high-stakes conversation.

RSVP here to enter a raffle to win a copy of the book: https://bit.ly/4mnZI51  Coffee & pastries will be provided.

About the Speaker: Amy Aines is a communication strategist and co-author of Championing Science, known for her philosophy that “Words Matter!” She has worked with more than 100 companies across telecom, life sciences, and high-tech sectors. Today, she focuses on helping scientists and scholars build communication skills that drive career success and real-world impact.