NSF NRT Welcome Day Fall 2026

Kick off the new academic year by joining the NSF National Research Traineeship Welcome Day on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026.

This full-day event will introduce new and returning trainees to the program while providing professional development opportunities and time to connect with fellow trainees, faculty, and staff. Participants will learn about program expectations, upcoming milestones, and resources available throughout the year.

Event highlights

• NRT program orientation.
• Interactive workshop: Data Visualization with AI & Building a Poster That Holds Up.
• Peer roundtable on publishing and conferences.
• Networking lunch.

Event details

Date: Friday, Aug. 21, 2026

Location: ISTB4, Room 492, Arizona State University at the Tempe campus

Lunch: Provided

Register
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We look forward to welcoming our newest trainees and celebrating the start of another exciting year with the NRT community.