Enhance Your Professional Skills in Microbiology

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Develop Leadership and Organizational Skills

UNL Microbiology Club, An ASM Student Chapter - Club members create Agar Art (microbial art) at their annual club event.

Develop Leadership and Organizational Skills:

Take on a leadership role in the Microbiology Club to build experience in project management, event planning, and team coordination while contributing to a vibrant student community.

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Students collaborate in groups including students, staff and faculty at the Annual MARVEL Workshop.

Strengthen Communication and Mentorship Abilities:

Participate in MARVEL (Microbiology Achievement through Research and Experiential Learning) workshops designed to enhance communication, networking, teamwork, and mentoring skills, preparing you for success in research and professional settings.

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Students, faculty and staff attending the Annual UNL Microbiology Research Symposium with poster presentations.

Connect with the Microbiology Community:

Engage with faculty, staff, students, and alumni at the UNL Microbiology Research Symposium and other events, expanding your professional network and learning from a diverse community of microbiology professionals. 

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The Annual UNL Microbiology Research Symposium offers a unique opportunity to hear firsthand insights into real-world research and connect with experts in the field including internationally recognized microbiologists.

Prepare for Your Future Career:

Through these programs and events, gain practical experience, build lasting professional relationships, and develop the skills that will set you apart in graduate school, research opportunities, and future careers in microbiology.

 

 

 

Speaker giving a presentation on microbiome strategies to an audience in a lecture hall.