Mentoring Group Synopsis Mentoring Group Meeting Synopsis Date & Discussion Topic*08/24/23 | Introduction, classes, labs, and resources08/31/23 | Rotation Expectations09/07/23 | Grad School Expectations/Life as a Graduate Student09/14/23 | Survival Skills for Grad School09/21/23 | Selecting a Mentor & Dissertation Project/ Coursework and committee selection09/28/23 | Oral Presentation Skills10/05/23 | Effective Mentor/Mentee Communication10/12/23 | Rotation 1 Practice Talks10/19/23 | Community & Inclusion10/26/23 | Professionalism11/02/23 | Introduction to the Office of Graduate Professional Development at UF(Career Planning)11/09/23 | Planning studies and Career- short and long term planning11/16/23 | Attending Scientific meetings11/30/23 |The Professional Wellness Journey12/07/23 | Rotation 2 Practice TalksGroup Name (Faculty/Student Leader) Meeting synopsis1) Did all 1st year students attend? 2) Was the topic productive for discussion? 3) Questions or concerns that need to be addressed? 4) Suggestions?