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Graduate Career Support Events
No matter where you are in your graduate school journey, IHS can help you set yourself up for success in graduate school and on the academic job market.
IHS organizes a variety of policy career development events for graduate students interested in pursuing policy work.
Advancing Liberty in Public Policy: Bridging Theory and Practice Happy Hour
Washington, DC · Event date: July 10, 2025 · Event time:4:30–6:30 PM ET
Overview
How can early career professionals and rising scholars champion classical liberal ideas in today’s complex policy landscape?
Join the Institute for Humane Studies (IHS) for a happy hour featuring Justin Callais of the Archbridge Institute. Whether you’re an intern at a think tank, a graduate student interested in policy, or an emerging policy professional, this event is an opportunity to explore how classical liberal insights can shape your work and impact public discourse.
Dr. Callais will speak briefly on the intersections of liberalism and real-world policy careers. Time will be reserved at the end for networking among attendees with drinks, light fare, and engaging conversation.
Details
- Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025
- Time: 4:30–6:30 PM ET
- Venue: The Crown & Crow
IHS hosts a variety of graduate research workshops where students from across the social sciences and humanities can workshop their research in preparation for presentation and publication.
The Ethics and Governance of Markets and Innovation: A Graduate Papers Workshop
Zoom · Event date: July 17, 2025 · Event time:9:00 AM–5:00 PM ET
Overview
The Institute for Humane Studies is pleased to invite graduate students to apply for participation in a research workshop focused on topics related to the ethics and governance of markets and innovation. This program offers participants the opportunity to refine their research with feedback from leading faculty advisors and expand their academic networks.
If you are interested in participating, please submit your CV and an abstract or working paper on a topic related to political philosophy or ethics, along with a brief description of the areas where you would like to receive feedback. We are looking for research that is in progress and could benefit from expert insight and constructive critique. IHS will provide participants with a $200 honoraria for their time and efforts.
Faculty Advisers
- Jessica Flanigan, Professor at University of Richmond
- Christopher Freiman, Professor at West Virginia University
Schedule
*All times are listed in Eastern Time
Thursday, July 17, 2025
9:00 AM | Welcome and Introductions
9:15 AM | Paper Review Session 1
10:00 AM | Paper Review Session 2
10:45 AM | Break
11:00 AM | Paper Review Session 3
11:45 AM | Paper Review Session 4
12:30 PM | Lunch Break
1:30 PM | Paper Review Session 5
2:15 PM | Paper Review Session 6
3:00 PM | Break
3:15 PM | Paper Review Session 7
4:00 PM | Paper Review Session 8
4:45 PM | Closing Remarks
The Political Economy of Emerging Tech: A Graduate Papers Workshop
Richmond, VA · Event date: July 24, 2025 · Event time:9:00 AM–7:00 PM ET
Overview
The Institute for Humane Studies is pleased to invite graduate students to apply for participation in a papers workshop focused on topics related to the political economy of emerging technologies. This program offers participants the opportunity to refine their research with feedback from leading faculty advisors and expand their academic networks.
If you are interested in participating, please submit your CV and an abstract or working paper on a topic related to emerging tech, along with a brief description of the areas where you would like to receive feedback. We are looking for research that is in progress and could benefit from expert insight and constructive critique. The IHS will provide participants with travel stipends, accommodations, and a $200 honoraria for their time and efforts
Faculty Advisers
- Christopher Whyte, Associate Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University
- Karl Grindal, Assistant Professor at University of New Hampshire at Manchester
- Jenny Jun, Assistant Professor at Georgia Institute of Technology
Schedule
*All times are listed in Eastern Time
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
6:30 PM | Welcome Dinner
Thursday, July 24, 2025
9:00 AM | Breakfast and Opening Remarks
9:30 AM | Paper Review Session 1
10:15 AM | Paper Review Session 2
11:00 AM | Break
11:15 AM | Paper Review Session 3
12:00 PM | Lunch
1:15 PM | Paper Review Session 4
2:00 PM | Paper Review Session 5
2:45 PM | Break
3:00 PM | Paper Review Session 6
3:45 PM | Paper Review Session 7
6:00 PM | Off-Site Dinner and Reception
Justice Reimagined: A Graduate Workshop
Arlington, VA · Event date: October 9–11, 2025
Overview
The Institute for Humane Studies, in partnership with Arnold Ventures, is offering a unique, multipart workshop series for graduate students focused on criminal justice reform. This program offers participants the opportunity to refine their research with feedback from leading faculty advisors, expand their academic networks, and gain insights into publishing.
Participants will also have the opportunity to convene together at an in-person summit in Arlington, Virginia, on October 9–11, 2025. Applicants need not have attended the online sessions to attend the in-person session. In addition to providing a stipend to offset travel expenses for the in-person event, IHS will provide a $200 honorarium for full participation in the event.
In-Person Workshop
- Thursday, October 9–Saturday, October 11
Past Online Sessions
- Monday, March 3
- Monday, March 17
- Monday, March 31
- Monday, April 14
- Monday, April 28
- Monday, May 12
- Wednesday, May 28
IHS hosts a series of graduate research conferences where students from across the social sciences and humanities can present their most recent work to esteemed faculty and peers.
Experience an Enlightening Summer Through Our Junior Fellowship
Our Junior Fellowship provides an exclusive opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary discussions and collaborate with top graduate students working to advance the ideas shaping the world.
The Junior Fellowship Offers:
01.
Engaging Activities
Experience two weekends of collaboration and in-depth conversation with other passionate scholars in the liberal tradition.
02.
Research Feedback and Faculty Guidance
Present your work to faculty and peers for feedback, personalized advice, and discussion—and hear lectures from the experts!
03.
Networking Opportunities
Expand your network and enrich your research by meeting scholars at social events and meals.
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