Thursday, October 30 | 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Wells Conference Center
You’re invited to Spark, an afternoon of serendipity and connection. Whether you’re looking to meet new colleagues, showcase your work or learn about the resources and services available at your fingertips, this is the perfect gathering to fuel your network. President Ferrini-Mundy will be providing welcoming remarks.
Join us to:
- 🤝 Welcome new members of our research community
- 📊 Showcase a research poster you created for another event to give potential collaborators a glimpse of your research
- 🤜🤛 Forge connections with potential collaborators and lab members
- 🍎🍂 Enjoy autumn-inspired refreshments
- 💡 Request and receive solutions for your research needs via the Solutions Wall and Services Showcase
Who is invited?
Faculty, staff, postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduates engaged in research are all welcome. Bring a colleague or members of your lab!
Additional details:
Advance registration is highly encouraged to ensure a great experience for all participants. This is a drop-in event, but we encourage you to participate as much as you can to make the most of this networking opportunity.
Please note accommodation requests in the registration form. For other questions, please email research@maine.edu.
About Spark:
This networking opportunity is hosted by the Office of the Vice President for Research and Dean of the Graduate School to welcome new members of UMaine’s research community and promote collaboration and utilization of the services UMaine has to offer.