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TODOS Parent-Child Event Survey
Are you a PhD student or PostDoc with a child? Would you like to connect with other parents at UiT?
Fill out the form below and we’ll follow up your input to make TODOS socials more available to parents too!
📢 Announcement: Penning the Research – A Focused Writing Session for PhD Students ✍️
Are you struggling to find time to work on your manuscript, article, dissertation, or research paper? Do you need a quiet, distraction-free space to focus and make real progress?
Join us for “Penning the Research”, a dedicated writing session designed to help TODOS members like you to stay productive, focused, and motivated in a supportive environment!
📅 Event Details:
📍 Location : Lærerutdanning, Floor 2 – ILP 2.072
📆 Date : 17.11.2025
⏰ Time : from 12.30 to 15.30
What you can expect:
✅ A structured session with focused writing sprints & breaks
✅ A quiet space dedicated to productive research writing
✅ The company of fellow PhD students for motivation
✅ Goal-setting at the start and reflection at the end
✅ Refreshments & snacks to keep afloat! ☕🍪
Bring your laptop, notes, and anything else you need to write efficiently and productively!
Registration Deadline: 05.11.2025
🔗 https://nettskjema.no/a/560886
We look forward to seeing you there! Let’s get those research papers written! 🚀
✍️ PhD & Postdoc Writing Retreat 2025 – CANCELLED DUE TO LOW SIGNUP NUMBER
CANCELLED DUE TO LOW SIGNUP NUMBER!
Dear PhDs and Postdocs,
Struggling with writer’s block? Need a change of scenery to boost your productivity? Or simply looking for a focused, distraction-free space to work on your research?
The Writing Retreat is back – and this time we’re heading to the stunning Målselv Fjellandsby Ski Resort! ⛰️✨
Known for its breathtaking mountain surroundings, Målselv is the perfect place to recharge, focus, and make real progress on your writing while connecting with fellow researchers.
📌 Event Details
📍 Location: Målselv Fjellandsby
📅 Date: Monday, November 10th – Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
💰 Participation Fee: 2500 NOK (paid directly upon checkout)
🚗 Transport: Group transport will be arranged
- Departure: November 10th at 09:00 from UiT Tromsø
- Return: November 12th at 13:30, arriving at UiT between 15:00 and 16:00
✅ What’s included in this trip?
- A dedicated conference room for structured writing sessions with regular breaks to maintain focus and productivity
- 2 nights of accommodation – shared apartments with same-gender participants
- All meals included:
- 2 × breakfast buffets
- 3 × lunches
- 2 × dinners
- Coffee & snacks available during writing sessions ☕🍪
- Social activities: Evening games, networking, and opportunities to explore the scenic surroundings 🌲❄️
💡 Important Information
- Limited spots : 30 participants – first come, first served!
- Sign-up deadline : October 9th, 2025
- Cancellation Policy: Once signed up, you may cancel or edit your registration until October 9th, 2025. After that, you are bound to pay the participation fee even if you do not attend.
🔗 Sign up here: https://nettskjema.no/a/writingretreat2025 - And here’s an extra perk: Målselv is a ski resort, so you can bring your skis and take a refreshing break on the slopes between writing sessions. 🎿 Please note that skiing depends on snow conditions (no guarantee), and ski passes or rentals are not included in the participation fee. Rentals and passes can be arranged directly at the resort if conditions allow.
💡 Additional Information
- The participation fee of 2500 NOK may be reimbursed from your annual PhD/Postdoc funding, but please confirm this with your department in advance.
- Accommodation is in shared cabins; while you may share the cabin with participants of the opposite gender, with private rooms
- Please note that pets are not allowed at the venue.
After signing up, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to edit or cancel your registration. Please keep this email safe. If you lose the email and need to make changes, contact us before the deadline.
📩 Final details (including transportation updates) will be sent out to participants two weeks before the event.
We apologize for the short notice, but we are confident this retreat at Målselv Fjellandsby Ski Resort will be a refreshing and inspiring opportunity to focus, write, and connect—with the bonus option of skiing to clear your mind.
Looking forward to seeing you there—let’s get writing! 🚀
📢 Announcement: Penning the Research – A Focused Writing Session for PhD Students ✍️
Are you struggling to find time to work on your manuscript, article, dissertation, or research paper? Do you need a quiet, distraction-free space to focus and make real progress?
Join us for “Penning the Research”, a dedicated writing session designed to help TODOS members like you to stay productive, focused, and motivated in a supportive environment!
📅 Event Details:
📍 Location : Lærerutdanning, Floor 2 – ILP 2.072
📆 Date : 23.10.2025
⏰ Time : from 12.15 to 15.45
What you can expect:
✅ A structured session with focused writing sprints & breaks
✅ A quiet space dedicated to productive research writing
✅ The company of fellow PhD students for motivation
✅ Goal-setting at the start and reflection at the end
✅ Refreshments & snacks to keep afloat! ☕🍪
Bring your laptop, notes, and anything else you need to write efficiently and productively!
Registration Deadline: 13.10.2025
🔗 https://nettskjema.no/a/549570
We look forward to seeing you there! Let’s get those research papers written! 🚀
📢 Announcement: Penning the Research – A Focused Writing Session for PhD Students ✍️
Are you struggling to find time to work on your manuscript, article, dissertation, or research paper? Do you need a quiet, distraction-free space to focus and make real progress?
Join us for “Penning the Research”, a dedicated writing session designed to help TODOS members like you to stay productive, focused, and motivated in a supportive environment!
📅 Event Details:
📍 Location : Lærerutdanning, Floor 2 – ILP 2.072
📆 Date : 23.09.2025
⏰ Time : from 12.15 to 15.45
What you can expect:
✅ A structured session with focused writing sprints & breaks
✅ A quiet space dedicated to productive research writing
✅ The company of fellow PhD students for motivation
✅ Goal-setting at the start and reflection at the end
✅ Refreshments & snacks to keep afloat! ☕🍪
Bring your laptop, notes, and anything else you need to write efficiently and productively!
Registration Deadline: 15.09.2025
🔗 https://nettskjema.no/a/540352
We look forward to seeing you there! Let’s get those research papers written! 🚀
TODOS Bi-Annual General Meeting and Elections
Attend our AGM, vote or run for elections!
You are warmly invited to join the upcoming TODOS Bi-Annual General Meeting and Elections (with free coffee and waffles!). This is a great opportunity to meet fellow PhDs and postdocs while discussing key matters that affect us. You can join us at the Annual General Meeting, cast your vote on important decisions, or step forward as a candidate for our board.
- When: 28.05.25 kl 14.00–16.00
- Where: NFH Lille Auditorium (E102), Tromsø
Agenda
General Meeting
- Short presentation about what TODOS has been doing so far in 2025.
- Presentation from RESULT about education course for PhDs
- Open floor for you to share and discuss issues that are important to you. This is a platform for raising concerns and suggestions for improving the PhD environment at UiT
TODOS Elections
- Have your say in electing representatives for our PhD and postdoc community.
- Positions open for election: (more information below)
- Vice Chair
- Chair of Social Affairs
- Chair of Communications
- Also seeking representatives for Alta and Harstad
- If you are interested in joining the TODOS Board there is more information below!
Do not hesitate to contact us (todos@uit.no) for more information about the positions, if you gave any questions, or if you want to join digitally.
☕ Peer Review with Kaffe – Improve Your Research, One Sip at a Time!
Ready to improve your research while enjoying a warm cup of coffee? Join us for Peer Review with Kaffe, where you can give and receive feedback on your research in a relaxed and supportive environment – with refreshments to keep you energized!
📅 Event Details
🗓️ Date: 21 May 2025
🕒 Time: 14:30 – 16:30
📍 Location: Teknologibygget, Room 3.028
☕ Refreshments provided – bring your favorite ideas, and we’ll bring the coffee!
🗓️ Registration Deadline: May 9th
📝 How It Works
- Bring a draft of your research (whether it’s a paper, manuscript, or article) and share it with your peers.
- Provide feedback to others on their work, helping them refine their ideas and improve their writing.
- Discuss common challenges and share insights, all while enjoying your coffee and making new connections.
It’s a great opportunity to gain constructive feedback and refine your academic skills, all in a relaxed setting!
🏆 Why Participate?
- Receive valuable feedback to improve your research.
- Network with fellow PhDs and researchers in your field.
- Help others improve their work by sharing your perspective.
- Boost your academic productivity with peer support.
- Enjoy coffee and refreshments to keep you fueled!
🎯 How to Sign Up?
To sign up, simply fill out the registration form here:
https://nettskjema.no/a/peer-review
Spots are limited, so make sure to secure your place!
Newsletter
Interested in what is going on? Keep yourself updated with our newsletter here!
You can also navigate the page by going to Document – Newsletter for the most updated version.
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🎤 Call for Presenters – 3-Minute PhD Presentation Challenge (Prizes available!) 🎓⏱️
Are you ready to share your research in just 3 minutes? Can you explain your work clearly, creatively, and convincingly to a non-specialist audience?
Join us for the 3-Minute PhD Presentation Challenge 2025 – a fun and rewarding opportunity to showcase your research, sharpen your communication skills, and compete for exciting prizes!
Registration Link: https://nettskjema.no/a/3-minute-presentation2025
📅 Event Details:
- Date: 13th May 2025
- Time: 15:00 – 16:15
- Venue: Teknologibygget 1.022
- Max participants: 15 (first come, first served)
🗓️ Registration deadline: 30th April 2025
🏆 Prizes:
- 🥇 1st Prize: 3000 NOK gift card
- 🥈 2nd Prize: 2500 NOK gift card
- 🥉 3rd Prize: 2000 NOK gift card
☕ Refreshments will be served, and all participants will receive a certificate for their contribution!
✅ Eligibility
- Open to currently enrolled PhD students at UiT.
- The content must be based on your own original research.
- Previous may not reuse the presentations that won last year.
📋 Rules
- A single static PowerPoint slide is permitted – no transitions, animations, or builds.
- No additional media (e.g. sound or video files) or props (e.g. costumes, lab equipment).
- The talk must be spoken word only – no poems, raps, or songs.
- The presentation is limited to 3 minutes maximum.
- The presentation must be delivered in English and aimed at a general, non-specialist audience.
📩 Interested?
Register now and be part of this fast-paced, fun, and inspiring event. Whether you’re presenting to impress or just to practice, this is a great platform to connect, communicate, and shine.
Registration Link: https://nettskjema.no/a/3-minute-presentation2025
We can’t wait to hear what you’re working on!
📢 Announcement: Penning the Research – A Focused Writing Session for PhD Students ✍️
Are you struggling to find time to work on your manuscript, article, dissertation, or research paper? Do you need a quiet, distraction-free space to focus and make real progress?
Join us for “Penning the Research”, a dedicated writing session designed to help TODOS members like you to stay productive, focused, and motivated in a supportive environment!
📅 Event Details:
📍 Location : Lærerutdanning, Floor 2 – ILP 2.072
📆 Date : 21.03.2025
⏰ Time : from 13.30 to 16.00
What you can expect:
✅ A structured session with focused writing sprints & breaks
✅ A quiet space dedicated to productive research writing
✅ The company of fellow PhD students for motivation
✅ Goal-setting at the start and reflection at the end
✅ Refreshments & snacks to keep afloat! ☕🍪
Bring your laptop, notes, and anything else you need to write efficiently and productively!
Spots are limited, so be sure to register below! 👇
Registration Deadline: 12.03.2025
🔗 https://nettskjema.no/a/penningtheresearch
We look forward to seeing you there! Let’s get those research papers written! 🚀
