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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Jul 21

Join us on August 22nd in collaboration with CSBBCS and SPARK Society for a free online webinar on finding postdoc opportunities!
Visit the following link to register for the event: shorturl.at/BVPtC
We hope to see you there!!
Please note that the meeting will be held exclusively in English.

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Jun 4

Join us and WICS-E on July 8th at the University of Dundee for this year’s WiCSC+ meeting during the CSBBCS conference!
Please visit the following links to sign up for the speed mentoring session as a mentor or mentee before June 27th at 11:59 PM.

Mentor: shorturl.at/jtvsJ
Mentee: shorturl.at/k3HpR

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · May 29

Joyeuse semaine nationale de l'accessibilité ! Célébrez avec nous la publication de notre rapport actualisé sur l'accessibilité !
Visitez notre site web pour consulter le rapport complet en anglais et en français: wicsc.ca/resources/ac...

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · May 29

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · May 29

Happy National AccessAbility Week! Join us in celebrating through the release of our updated Accessibility Report on ways to make academic conferences more accessible and inclusive for all!
Visit our website for the full report in English & French: wicsc.ca/resources/ac...

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · May 15

Soutenir les étudiants neurodivergents est essentiel pour créer un environnement académique inclusif. 📚
Découvrez les parties 1 et 2 de notre série sur le soutien aux étudiants neurodivergents, ici :

Partie 1 :
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Partie 2 :
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Supporting Neurodivergent Students Part 1: Communication

Pour la traduction française, cliquez ici Be Aware of Communication Differences:Give Clear Instructions:Keep a Record:Create an Open Environment:Soyez conscient des différences de communication:Don…

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · May 15

Supporting neurodivergent students is essential for creating an inclusive academic environment. 📚
Check out parts 1 & 2 of our series on supporting neurodivergent students, here:

Part 1:
wicsc.ca/2023/10/05/s...

Part 2:
wicsc.ca/2025/05/14/n...

Supporting Neurodivergent Students Part 1: Communication

Pour la traduction française, cliquez ici Be Aware of Communication Differences:Give Clear Instructions:Keep a Record:Create an Open Environment:Soyez conscient des différences de communication:Don…

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · May 7

Continuing on with our interview series where we highlight individuals working outside of academia in cognitive research, we would like to introduce Dr. Justin Deonarine.

Watch for Dr. Deonarine’s advice to trainees and visit our YouTube channel for the rest of the series!

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WiCSC-Trainee Board  Interview Series: Dr. Justin Deonarine

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · May 2

Join us on June 5th, 2025 for a virtual Teams panel from 12-1:30 PM EDT featuring professionals who have successfully navigated the transition from PhD studies to fulfilling careers in industry, academic administration, and government.

This is a FREE virtual event!
Register here: shorturl.at/5vWjR

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Apr 2

📢 Join us at the Carleton University Cognitive Science Conference on April 10th for "Networking 101: Build Connections with Confidence"! 🤝✨
[English Event]
🔗 Register now (Deadline April 4th, 2025): docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Apr 2

📢 Join us at the University of Waterloo Psychology Discovery Conference on April 8th for a lunch and learn (where lunch will be provided)! 🥪🥗 + 📚
[English Event]
🔗 Register any time before the conference: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Mar 26

Pour continuer notre célébration du Mois de l'histoire des femmes, cette semaine nous mettons en lumière le travail de Brenda Milner ! Balayez pour en savoir plus sur ses contributions aux neurosciences, qui ont fait d'elle un modèle exceptionnel pour les femmes du monde universitaire.

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Mar 26

Continuing with our celebration of Women’s History Month, this week we are highlighting the work of Brenda Milner! Swipe to learn more about her contributions to the field of neuroscience that have poised her as an exceptional role model for women in academia.

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Mar 18

Come see us at the 3rd Annual McGill Scientista Symposium at the William Shatner University Center!

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada+ @wicscanada.bsky.social · Mar 17

Are you a 🇨🇦 ECR (graduate student, postdoc) in Cognitive Science looking for a small grant to support a new collaborative research project? Apply for the @wicscanada.bsky.social Small Grant for Jr Scientists:
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Women in Cognitive Science Canada+ @wicscanada.bsky.social · Mar 17

Know someone who is a fantastic mentor to 🇨🇦 women in cognitive science? Nominate them for the @wicscanada.bsky.social 2025 Mentorship Award:
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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Mar 13

Mars est le mois de l'histoire des femmes 📣
Cette semaine, nous mettons en lumière Carrie Derick. Glissez pour en savoir plus sur les obstacles qu'elle a surmontés et les progrès qu'elle a accomplis, qui ont laissé un impact positif durable sur les femmes partout.

Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Mar 13

March is Women’s History Month 📣
This week, we are shining a spotlight on Carrie Derick. Swipe to learn more about the obstacles she overcame and the progress she made that have left a lasting positive impact on women everywhere.

Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Mar 13

Êtes-vous présentement aux études supérieures et intéressé(e) à étudier à l'étranger pour un semestre ? ✈️
Consultez la quatrième et dernière partie de notre guide sur comment appliquer au supplément d'études à l'étranger Michael Smith !
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Canada Graduate Scholarship – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement (Part 4)

Part 4: Key ConsiderationsBefore You LeaveTimeline and logisticsExit from home institutionVisas and legal visiting considerationsFinancesFundingInsuranceDuring Your StayResearch ProjectEnvironment …

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Mar 13

Are you a graduate student interested in studying abroad for a semester? ✈️
Check out the fourth and final part of our guide on how to apply for the Michael Smith Study Abroad Supplement!
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Canada Graduate Scholarship – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement (Part 4)

Part 4: Key ConsiderationsBefore You LeaveTimeline and logisticsExit from home institutionVisas and legal visiting considerationsFinancesFundingInsuranceDuring Your StayResearch ProjectEnvironment …

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Feb 20

Êtes-vous présentement aux études supérieures et intéressé(e) à étudier à l'étranger pour un semestre ? ✈️
Consultez la troisième partie de notre guide sur comment appliquer au supplément d'études à l'étranger Michael Smith !
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Canada Graduate Scholarship – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement (Part 3)

Part 3: Application ProcessSection 1: General RequirementsSection 2: Application Tips and Tricks from our members that have applied and received the awardPartie 3 : Processus de postulationSection …

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Women in Cognitive Science Canada + Trainee @wicsc-trainee.bsky.social · Feb 20

Are you a graduate student interested in studying abroad for a semester? ✈️
Check out the third part of our guide on how to apply for the Michael Smith Study Abroad Supplement!
shorturl.at/NRWV2

Canada Graduate Scholarship – Michael Smith Foreign Study Supplement (Part 3)

Part 3: Application ProcessSection 1: General RequirementsSection 2: Application Tips and Tricks from our members that have applied and received the awardPartie 3 : Processus de postulationSection …

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