National Postdoc Appreciation Day

Each September, Carnegie Mellon recognizes National Postdoc Appreciation Day, which is a dedicated time to celebrate the contributions and impact of our postdoctoral community. National Postdoc Appreciation Day was launched in 2009 by the National Postdoctoral Association and is a way for organizations worldwide to recognize the significant contributions that postdoctoral scholars make to U.S. research and discovery. 

The Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs plans a variety of events for National Postdoc Appreciation Day. The events vary each year but generally include programming and panel discussions of interest to postdocs, as well as a luncheon and community-building activities.

More information about National Postdoc Appreciation Day, including a schedule of virtual events that are hosted by other institutions and open to all postdocs, can be found on the National Postdoctoral Association website.