O2 Series for Wellness and Professional Development

The O2 Series is (O₂ stands for ‘OBGE Offerings') student-centered programming that offers PhD Trainees the ‘oxygen’ they sometimes need to feel supported. The O₂ series directly aligns with the NIH’s vision of a culture of wellness. Our goal is to offer programming in which students can participate when it is convenient and to come together to grow in wellness and professional development as a community.

 The O₂ Series was designed specifically for biomedical PhD students and is intended to:

• Assist students in their learning
• Build community and resilience
• Support overall well-being

Each O₂ program is offered at intervals regularly throughout the year to allow students choice and convenience. Visit each link for details:

1:1 Trainee Coaching - Available for OBGE students all year and is tailored to the achievements students are wanting to make in their wellness and professional development. OBGE coaching is confidential and can be done in-person or on Zoom. There isn't a minimum or maximum number of sessions. 

Apply for an OBGE Professional Development Award – These competitive awards are designed to support biomedical PhD students’ professional and skills development. Eligible students will have participated in O2 series or other OBGE-sponsored opportunities. Submissions accepted three times per year. 

Hiking and Running Groups - For all SoM students - student-led groups that build community while exercising. 

Strengths Assessment Team Builder for SoM Labs – Faculty can contact Kristin Russell for a Strengths Assessment kit to be used as a team builder in the lab. Labs or departments must purchase the Clifton Strengths Assessment codes at $20 each. Contact kristin.russell@duke.edu for the kit that includes a15 minute overview video, group discussion questions, a printable activity sheet, and a guide with optional ideas.