HM PhD Community
As well as the official events organised by the Graduate School, there are also events and communication channels run by doctoral candidates themselves. You can find an overview here. Perhaps you’ll find something suitable here to help you get in touch with other doctoral candidates and colleagues?
Regular events
Morning Coffee Meet-Up
The monthly meet-up is a chance for an informal chat – just come by and have a chat with other doctoral candidates and postdocs – whether you want to share questions, ideas, experiences or tips, or simply fancy a coffee and a nice chat. Coffee, tea and biscuits will be provided. The time is fixed from 08:30 to 09:00; the day varies and will be announced via our communication channels.
Regulars` get-together
The monthly evening get-together provides an opportunity for a relaxed and informal chat away from the daily grind of work. We meet for our regular get-together on the 17th of each month at 5pm at different venues. The exact details will also be announced via our communication channels. Dates may be subject to change, but any changes will be communicated at an appropriate time.
Communication channels
There are several communication channels, each with its own focus. Events are publicised across all channels.
The WhatsApp group is there to facilitate straightforward and direct communication within the wider doctoral candidate community. If you’d like to join, please feel free to get in touch with Elisa or Sabrina .
Email distribution list
The hm-researchers mailing list provides a shared platform for anyone who prefers to communicate by email. Doctoral candidates, research assistants, postdocs and alumni can exchange ideas here and alert one another to events and important news. Anyone can send messages to the whole group, though these are checked by the moderators first. Events are sent as calendar invitations – ideal for making sure you don’t forget them. Simply sign up here (confirm your registration using the link sent to you; your membership will then be manually approved).
Matrix
Another option is the Matrix/Element group PhD@HM. Here, too, discussions take place in a closed group – exclusively amongst doctoral candidates. Please contact Tobias Wölfel to be added to the group.
Virtual co-working for doctoral candidates
1¾ hours dedicated solely to working on your doctoral thesis: Every Friday from 09:15 to 11:00, you’ll have the chance to meet up virtually, get in the right frame of mind for the work ahead together, and then work on your own. During this time spent working together, you can easily ask any questions about your doctorate via chat at any time.
Anyone who’s interested can simply join via the Zoom link below, whether or not they’ve registered in advance. Doctoral candidates from other universities are also very welcome.
Contact & Organisation: Dr Susanne Gerleigner