Vitae festive networking 2020

A Vitae member event

A challenging year for us all, where we have missed those in-person moments of connection among peers. As 2020 draws to an end, we take this time to reflect on achievements and lessons learned for how we grow together as a community. Make new friends, join with old friends, relax and enjoy this opportunity for connection and positivity for the coming year.

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This community-driven networking event is an opportunity for those who support the career and professional development of researchers to come together and reflect on events and learning from 2020, to make new connections and renew old ones. It will also be an opportunity to lift spirits and have a little fun at the end of what has been a difficult year for all.

The event will include some games and a quiz, followed by lightly facilitated networking opportunities. As we did during Vitae Connections Week, we’ll utilise ‘breakout rooms’ creating smaller spaces giving everyone the opportunity to contribute to the conversation.

As it’s unlikely we’ll be attending the usual parties this December, festive and fancy wear is encouraged, Christmas jumpers especially! Whether you prefer to dress to impress, go all out glitzy and glamourous or get silly with the fancy dress box, let’s bring some colour and sparkle to Zoom!

Bring along nibbles and drinks of your choice (no sharing required…)

A festive playlist will be compiled with inspiration from participants, pick your favourite song for inclusion when you register. It could be a festive tune, a song released in 2020 or maybe something representative of the year. 

Who should sign up?

If you belong to a Vitae member organisation and you support the development of researchers, then this event is for you. New to the Vitae community? All the more reason to come along!

How will the networking work?

As we did during Vitae Connections Week, we’ll utilise ‘breakout rooms’ creating smaller spaces giving everyone the opportunity to contribute to the conversation.

How can I get the most out of this event?

There’s no ‘pre-work’ required, just sign up and join us on the day ready to mingle. Have your drink and nibbles of choice to hand and have fun chatting with your peers.