The SHARC Professional Development Program (PDP) is a structured training program for graduate students that supports professional growth through research, mentorship, networking, and community engagement. Participants gain valuable experience by attending educational seminars, developing research and leadership skills, collaborating with faculty and peers, and engaging in activities that prepare them for careers in research, academia, healthcare, and public health.
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LEVELS OF PDP
Level 1
Requirements
- Enroll, commit to the program, watch introduction video
- Attend 6 SHARC events, with at least one Community Engagement event
- Volunteer for 2+ hours at 1 Community Engagement event
Rewards
- SHARC Shirt
- SHARC $500 research voucher (awarded on completion of level 1)
- Invitation to SHARC Socials
Level 2
Requirements
- Attend 12 SHARC events, with at least 2 Community Engagement Events
- Present at least once at a Work in Progress
- Submit Abstract/Poster as first author during at least one meeting/conference
Rewards
- Recognition on SHARC Website
- SHARC Level 2 Certificate with $750 travel voucher
- Invitation to SHARC seminar luncheons
- Special SHARC swag
Level 3
Requirements
- Attend 12 SHARC events, with at least 2 Community Engagement Events
- Submit a paper as first author using SHARC-related data
- Present as first author during at least one national research conference related to alcohol and/or HIV
- Mentor someone junior to you
- Serve in a SHARC related leadership role (ex: lead a working group)
Rewards
- SHARC Level 3 Certificate with $1000 travel voucher
- SHARC Professional Development (PDP) Trophy
- Alumni will continue to be eligible for PDP benefits if they remain active
- SHARC swag item
List of Opportunities
SHARC offers multiple activities throughout each semester to complete requirements for each level.
Program Participants and Alumni
Click below to view current Level 2 and Level 3 participants and PDP Alumni.