A sense of community as well as support for the development of core competencies are key to academic success and student wellbeing. Named after the successful “Connected Academics” project developed by MLA in 2019, this initiative is designed to support graduate students in the social sciences and humanities in their personal, professional, and academic growth, and to create a space for interdisciplinary reflection on their scholarly work.
For Social Sciences and Humanities
Connected Academics for social science and humanities graduate students features invited speakers from a variety of institutions, as well as the McGill community, to offer a broader perspective on topics related to professional development.
Connected Academics Exchanges
Connected Academics Exchanges are sponsored groups that meet regularly to share resources, discuss research, and create meaningful connections between graduate students. Check out the groups we are sponsoring this year.
Upcoming Events
Working in French (Without a French Background) - TRaCE Talks/Connected Academics
Join us for an panel co-hosted by TRaCE Talks and Connected Academics to learn about the career pathways of McGill PhD alumni working in diverse careers in French, without being French native speakers. In this panel discussion (in English), alumni will share their experiences developing their French language skills and using them to build careers following graduation.
When: Friday, September 30, 2026 from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Where: FDA, Engine Centre, room 5
How: Register here
Past Events
Applying to Teach in CEGEPS
Interested in exploring teaching and academic career paths in the CEGEP system? Join us for a talk with Dr. Amanda Rosini (Dawson College) who will share her experiences, practical application strategies, and key insights into the hiring process. Stay after the talk for complimentary food and drinks while networking with your peers!
Dr. Amanda Rosini, a Montreal native, earned her Ph.D. in Religious Studies from McGill University in 2023. She is an experienced educator and scholar who currently holds faculty and lecturer roles at three major institutions: McGill University, Concordia University, and Dawson College. Since 2021, she has developed and taught a variety of courses at both university and CEGEP levels, including topics like the Bible, Western Culture, Elementary Biblical Hebrew, Religions of the World, and Social Science Research. Beyond the classroom, Dr. Rosini is actively engaged in academic publishing. She serves as managing editor and co-editor of The Journal of the Council for Research on Religion.
When: Friday, September 25, 2026 from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Where: MS-74, McLennan Library
How: Register here