The Leadership Alliance

10/12/2026

10/02/2026

MIT's Office of Graduate Education is hosting the inaugural ATL Pathways to the PhD Conference in partnership with Spelman College, and I'd encourage all of you interested in graduate education to attend.

This free, one-day conference is designed to demystify graduate education and help you explore whether an MS or PhD might be part of your journey – whether you're actively preparing to apply or just beginning to wonder what's possible.

ATL Pathways to the PhD Conference
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Spelman College, Atlanta, GA

You will:
Learn how to craft competitive applications & tell your story
Explore summer research opportunities
Understand graduate funding & financial planning
Connect with current grad students about life in PhD programs
Discover diverse STEM career pathways
Network with MIT programs (Sloan, Engineering, AeroAstro, and more)

Register: https://apply.mit.edu/register/?id=cb4a0043-6233-4950-aa43-1015381d1c61

Spelman College

09/25/2026

The Stanford Immunology PhD program is hosting an open house this Friday, October 2nd, 2026, from 1-4:00 PM PT. Stanford is organizing this annual event again to include discussions on the PhD program, admissions, and resources for students planning for the 26-27 application cycle.

This event also has a unique opportunity to watch two research lectures from Stanford Immunology faculty, showcasing the breadth of research here via two tracks they offer: Molecular, Cellular, & Translational Immunology + Computational & Systems Immunology!
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09/24/2026

🎓 Ready to take the next step in your academic journey?

Join us for the 2026 Ivy Plus Virtual Panel & Career Fair on September 28, 2026! Whether you're exploring graduate degrees or seeking postbaccalaureate pathways, this event is designed to give you direct insight and connections.

📅 Event Schedule:
🔹 Virtual Panel Discussion: Navigating the Graduate Admission Process
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM EDT
Get valuable advice directly from academic leaders and deans from Yale University, UT Southwestern, Harvard/GSAS, and the University of Pennsylvania.

🔹 Virtual Career Fair
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT
Meet representatives from top institutions to learn about summer research, postbaccalaureate & bridge programs, and graduate opportunities (MA/MS, PhD, and MD/PhD).

📍 Location: Zoom

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/2026IvyPlusPR

Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect and plan your future! 🚀

09/24/2026

🎉 What an incredible turnout at UPR Humacao last week! A huge thank you to the amazing admin team for their support in making this event happen, and to all the students who showed up with such energy and enthusiasm. Your curiosity and excitement were absolutely infectious — moments like these remind us why we do what we do. Thank you, UPR Humacao! 💙🐝
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🎉 ¡Qué asistencia tan increíble hubo la semana pasada en la UPR Humacao! Muchísimas gracias al fantástico equipo administrativo por su apoyo para hacer posible este evento, y a todos los estudiantes que asistieron con tanta energía y entusiasmo. Su curiosidad y emoción fueron totalmente contagiosas; momentos como estos nos recuerdan por qué hacemos lo que hacemos. ¡Gracias, UPR Humacao! 💙🐝

09/23/2026

Can one mentor meet all your academic and personal needs? 👥✨

In our latest Virtual Professional Development workshop, “Map It, Build It, Work It: Constructing Your Mentorship Ecosystem,” Rev. Michael A. Hunt, Ph.D. introduces the Holistic Critical Mentorship framework—a practical approach to building a network that supports your goals, identity, and well-being.

Learn how to: 🗺️ Map support functions like sponsorship and accountability 👤 Identify key relationships to fill network gaps 💡 Navigate the "hidden curriculum" of graduate school

📺 Watch on YouTube: Map It, Build It, Work It: Constructing Your Mentorship Ecosystem, https://youtu.be/nx0PD6HKzVg?si=qcdSXeSQqOjg8nWq

09/23/2026

New Episode Alert! 🎥✨

Check out the latest Leadership Alliance Conversation with a Doctoral Scholar featuring patent attorney Melissa Santos, JD, PhD!

In this session, Dr. Santos shares her inspiring interdisciplinary journey—from earning a doctorate in chemical engineering to building a successful career in intellectual property law. She dives into: 💡 The transition from chemical engineering to law school

💡 Navigating patent prosecution and litigation

💡 How early research & mentorship programs build essential skills

💡 Balancing professional ambitions with personal commitments

Whether you're curious about non-traditional STEM careers, law, or patent prosecution, this conversation is packed with valuable insights!

📺 Watch the full video on YouTube: Conversation with a Doctoral Scholar: Melissa Santos, JD, PhD - https://youtu.be/dQwbhcITEjQ?utm_source=gemini

09/17/2026

📍 Thank you, UPR Humacao, for such a warm welcome today! 🦉✨
It was an absolute pleasure connecting with students across campus to share details about The Leadership Alliance’s Summer Research Early Identification Program (SR-EIP) and the James H. Wyche First Year Research Experience (FYRE)!
The energy, curiosity, and drive from everyone who stopped by to discuss summer research opportunities, faculty mentorship, and graduate school pathways was truly inspiring.
Missed us on campus today?
It’s never too early to start planning your summer!
* Learn more about paid summer research opportunities: theleadershipalliance.org
* Have questions about application steps or eligibility? Send us a DM!
Thank you again to the UPRH community for your hospitality—we can’t wait to see your applications! 🇵🇷🔬📚
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