Mentoring365 Circles
Join a peer-group mentoring session
.Mentoring365 Circles is a free-to-use, peer to peer group mentoring program that will help you build skills and grow your network around common interests and objectives.
Depending on the size of the Circle, some groups will be discussion based while others will function like workshops. Each Circle is facilitated by a lead member who is responsible for creating a plan, fostering engagement among members and ensuring the group achieves its goals.
Since our launch in 2023, we have had over 1000 members participate in Circles such as Policy 101, Publishing 101, Science Communication, and Grant Writing. See below for past and current circles.
How to Join
1. Build Your Profile
Begin by joining Mentoring365 as a mentee and building your profile. It only takes a few minutes!
2. Discover Circles
Once you’ve joined the platform, go to the Discover tab to see browse current circle offerings. Each Circle has its own topic, structure and schedule which can all be viewed in the description.
3. Join & Participate
Join the circles you’re interested in, get approved via email, and start connecting with your peers! You can join up to 5 circles at a time.
Past Circles
Are you thinking about publishing your first scientific paper?
Learn about the basics of writing a scientific paper and an overview of the publishing process. We cover various publishing topics such as selecting the right journal, writing and structuring your paper concisely, common mistakes when submitting your manuscript, how to navigate the peer review process, and how you can promote your paper. Also gain insight about AGU journals’ Open Science initiatives, such as guidance around Open Data requirements and Open Access publishing.
Presented by AGU
We are exploring the pathway to securing a job in this sector whether it be finding advice on what courses to take in university, what to include (or what not to include) on your resume, and what sort of skills prospective applicants should be seeking prior to starting their entry level position.
In this circle, we want to hear what burning questions applicants have about the geophysics industry job market and get those answered by hiring managers and other professionals in the near surface geophysics industry.
Presented by EEGS
Using Multimedia for Science Communication
This Circle is back by popular demand and will introduce participants to multimedia for science communication. Science communication (SciComm) and outreach allows you to increase your research profile, become a scientific resource in your community, break down barriers to scientific literacy and build an ongoing dialogue with people you interact with daily.
This circle is for those at any experience level interested in communicating science to wide audiences using visuals, audio, video, and more types of media. Discussions will be focused on best practices, technical details, the importance of incorporating storytelling and much more!
Presented by AGU
A good mentoring relationship can provide individuals valuable insights and assistance at any stage of their careers but can be particularly beneficial for students and early career geoscientists. This circle will explore the many advantages & various types of mentoring relationships available, how to seek out and find a mentor and provide mentees with tips for how to get the most out of a mentoring relationship. Participants will walk away prepared to jumpstart their mentee journey.
The Circle will be comprised of several presentations on key topics, followed by discussions and posted readings for discussion. Input and questions from the Circle participants is highly encouraged. Topics will be expanded and/or added as the discussion evolves from participants.
Presented by AWG and CEGA
Skills for Science Policy 101
Have you wondered about a career in science policy or even just engaging in science policy around your research?
During this circle, we will talk to scientists who are either working in science policy or in policy-adjacent roles around their research and explore the various paths scientists can take to incorporate policy engagement into their careers. We will also provide resources to begin engaging with policy – from 2-minute action items to act on science policy issues you care about to yearlong programs that you can do on top of your current role to learn more policy and outreach.
Presented by AGU
Interested in other topics?
We have Circles year-round about a variety of different topics. Join today and discover a circle of your choice!Want to start your own Circle?
Anyone interested in connecting others around a topic can start their own Circle. Mentoring365 admins are available for guidance and technical support. Contact administrators and reach out to our team here.
