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

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)

Raven Run Nature Sanctuary Hiking

Apr 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:49 PM

Save the date!More details coming soon!

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Past Events

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 😊

Come join us for a fun afternoon of ice skating!Cost: $17.50 (adults) / $16.50 (children) Registration: Postdoc Ice Skating Social Event Registration We’d love to see you there. Bring your family!

Postdoc Happy Hour

Dec 17, 2025, 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 😊

Winter Postdoctoral Networking Event

Dec 6, 2025, 4:00 – 8:00 PM

The Society of Postdoctoral Scholars invites you to the Winter Postdoctoral Networking Event! This event is open to all postdoctoral scholars, fellows, and their families (including children). Light refreshments and pizza will be provided, and there will be fun activities for both adults and children (ornament decorating, cookie decorating)! You are also invited to bring snacks, cultural dishes, games, or any activity you would like to share!

Postdoc Happy Hour

Nov 19, 2025, 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

Oct 22, 2025, 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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