Pathfinder FAQ

We do not have the entire agenda at this time. However, sessions from past years included topics such as: navigating your first years of graduate school; selecting and engaging with your advisor; building your CV; strategies for success; faculty search process overview; and impact through varying career paths.

The workshop is restricted to US Citizens and Permanent Residents, so we are unable to be flexible with this requirement. You may be interested in learning more about these workshops:

• NC State University Building Future Faculty Program
• RIT Future Faculty Career Exploration Program
• MIT ChemE Rising Stars (women only)

Yes, it is mandatory for participants to attend the entire conference.

NextProf Pathfinder will cover your hotel, airfare, and mileage to and from your home airport. Luggage fees are not covered. Meals will be provided (be sure to note any dietary restrictions on your acceptance form so that you may be accommodated). Incidentals and any meals or transportation outside the conference will be at the participants’ own expense, e.g., a late evening out.

No, participants will have their own hotel rooms.

The program hotel is the Estancia La Jolla Resort and Spa, located a 15 min walk from the program venue and a 5 min walk from the dinner venue. Participants should not book their own hotel room; all lodging will be handled by NextProf Pathfinder staff. Please wear comfortable shoes to walk in or, if you need transportation accommodation, please indicate on your participation acceptance form so that we can meet your needs.

Please make this decision before your flight is booked. You may need to cover part of the airfare ticket price if the flight is more expensive than the original arrival and departure dates. In addition, you may later need to cover any airfare change fees should the flight be rebooked to accommodate your request. Please be advised you are responsible for your own lodging arrangements and other travel-related costs outside of the dates of the conference.

NextProf Pathfinder staff anticipate few participants will need to drive or utilize parking; however, participants can contact NextProf Pathfinder staff for parking options, including hotel parking and on-campus parking.

The dress code for the workshop is business casual attire except for the keynote dinner, which is business attire. October weather in San Diego is pleasant with temperatures ranging from 58°F to 78°F. Consider dressing in layers, and wearing appropriate footwear for walking from the hotel to the venue (15 min) and the hotel to the keynote dinner (5 min).

Please be reminded that attendance at all sessions of the conference is required. If, for any reason, you are aware that you are unable to fully participate in the conference schedule, please contact us – [email protected] – as soon as possible.

The University of California, San Diego is committed to making all events as enjoyable as possible for all participants. Please let us know how we can ensure that this event is inclusive to you.