Tuesday, November 12, 2024 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | MHP 203 + Zoom 

5:30 PM - Dinner in MHP Courtyard | 6:00 - 7:00PM - Program in MHP 203

Join us for Managing Difficult Dialogues, a professional development training led by Dr. Quade French, Associate Dean of Academic Culture and Well-being.

This event will explore the fundamentals of academic dialogue and conflict management, providing PhD students with essential tools to foster productive discussions in academic settings.

Dean French will discuss how to approach academic conflict thoughtfully, maintain constructive communication, and implement these strategies for your professional growth. You will gain insights on how mastering these skills can help you navigate complex academic relationships and establish a collaborative environment in your scholarly work. Understanding how to approach and resolve conflicts thoughtfully is essential not only for maintaining professional integrity but also for advancing in academia and beyond.

This is a valuable opportunity to start thinking about conflict management early in your academic career and develop the skills to engage in and guide meaningful dialogue.

If you have any questions or are interested in attending, please email us at phdacademy@dornsife.usc.edu

COVID-19 Requirement: All attendees must either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have had a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of the start of the Ph.D. Academy event. By attending this Ph.D. Academy event, you are attesting that you meet one of these requirements. If you are experiencing any symptoms or are currently in an isolation/quarantine period due to a recent infection or exposure, please do not attend.