Events

The Society of Postdoctoral Scholars organizes a variety of events for postdocs each year with the intention to bring the community together and have critical conversations about everything postdoc.

Upcoming Events

Postdoc Happy Hour

May 20, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Join your fellow postdocs to connect, share drinks, grab a snack, and foster community! No expectations, just show up and be yourself 😊

UK Libraries Event

Jun 10, 2026, 12:00 – 1:00 PM

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Past Events

Raven Run Nature Hiking

May 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Join us for a refreshing morning outdoors with fellow postdocs! This is a great opportunity to unwind, connect, and enjoy the beautiful Kentucky nature. Hiking Trip Details

Speed Networking (Graduate students meeting and interacting with postdoctoral scholars)

Apr 30, 2026, 5:00 – 7:30 PM

Come chat with postdocs and graduate students, play games, win prizes, and make connections in a casual environment. Food and drinks provided. No registration required. Come as you are and bring a friend!

Postdoc Happy Hour

Apr 15, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Join your fellow postdocs to connect, share drinks, grab a snack, and foster community! No expectations, just show up and be yourself 😊

Postdoc Happy Hour

Mar 18, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Join your fellow postdocs to connect, share drinks, grab a snack, and foster community! No expectations, just show up and be yourself 😊 Black-Type Brewing: Map - Details

SOPS Bowling Social

Mar 14, 2026, 3:00 – 5:00 PM

The Society of Postdoctoral Scholars invites you to join us for a fun afternoon of bowling on March 14th, 2025 (3-5 PM)

Postdoc Happy Hour

Feb 18, 2026, 5:30 – 7:30 PM

Join your fellow postdocs to connect, share drinks, grab a snack, and foster community! No expectations, just show up and be yourself 😊

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