MHM 2023: "We regret to inform you..." - How to deal with rejections in academic life
Event description
Rejection: it's a part of life, especially in academia and the professional world. But it doesn't have to be the end of your journey - it's an opportunity for growth! 🌱➡️🌳
We've gathered a panel of experts who have been there and navigated the highs and lows of rejection.
Join this online panel discussion and be inspired to embrace rejection as a stepping stone toward your goals. 💪🏻
Registrations close at 9am, 17th October 2023.
Meet the panel
- Jan Breckenridge (School of Social Sciences Head of School)
- Madhav Raman (UNSW Health Promotion Unit)
Hosted by Dr Deborah Barros Leal Farias and Dr Joyce Wu (School of Social Sciences).
Dr Joyce Wu (she/her) is a Senior Lecturer and Convener of Global Development at the School of Social Sciences. As the Deputy Editor of the Development in Practice journal, Joyce supports authors instead of being a power-tripping gatekeeper of publication opportunities.
Dr Deborah Barros Leal Farias (she/her) is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Social Sciences, where she teachers Politics and International Relations. She is the current coordinator for UNSW's Globalisation and Governance Network and ADA's Wellbeing Co-Champion
Jan Breckenridge (she/her) is a Professor and Head of the School of Social Sciences and the Co-Convener of the UNSW Gendered Violence Research Network, UNSW. She is also a Research Fellow of the UNSW Australian Human Rights Institute (AHRI).
Madhav Raman (he/him) is Engagement Officer – Health Promotions within the UNSW Health Promotions Unit. Madhav is actively involved in creating and managing programs to improve the well-being of the student community. Madhav Raman completed a dual Master’s Degree in Public Health and Health Management (Extension) at the School of Population Health (SPH), UNSW.
Registrations close at 9am, 17th October 2023.
This event is brought to you as part of Mental Health Month – The ME in Mental Health, to explore ways you can keep mentally healthy. Check out the website covering all things Mental Health Month at UNSW here.
Content Warning: Conversations about mental health can sometimes be difficult but you don’t need to face it alone. Find the support you need through UNSW’s Mental Health Connect, to help you find the best support services for your situation.
