Review of the 21st DGPs Early Career Workshop in Work and Organizational Psychology


From June 20th to 22nd, 2024, the 21st DGPs Early Career Workshop in Work and Organizational Psychology took place at the University of Hohenheim, organized by Prof. Dr. Ulrike Fasbender and her team. The workshop brought together early-career researchers and mentors from various universities across Germany and beyond, creating a dynamic environment for knowledge exchange and professional development.

Day 1: Opening and Networking

The workshop began on June 20th with participants arriving and checking in. The opening session featured a warm welcome and an introduction session, where attendees had the opportunity to meet their mentors and fellow participants. The evening concluded with a guided tour of the Hohenheim Gardens followed by a commute to the city for a dinner and informal networking in small groups.

Day 2: Interactive Sessions and Group Work

The second day kicked off with interactive group work sessions. Participants engaged in discussions and collaborative work in small groups, guided by their mentors. Following a coffee break, Roman Briker and Wladislaw Rivkin led an interactive keynote on the role of AI in research and teaching, exploring its implications and applications in academia.

After lunch, Anne Burmeister and Fabiola Gerpott conducted a session on successful manuscript revisions, providing insights and strategies for navigating the revision process. The day continued with more group work, culminating in an Editors' Panel led by Ulrike Fasbender. The panel discussed enhancing the quality of papers and increasing the likelihood of successful journal submissions. The evening ended with a sponsored dinner at Wirtshaus Garbe.

Day 3: Career Insights and Wrap-Up

The final day began with additional group work sessions. Later, Katja Wehrle led an interactive panel on careers in academia, addressing work-life balance and providing practical tips for navigating academic challenges. The workshop concluded with a wrap-up session where participants shared their reflections and take-home pitches, summarizing their key learnings and insights from the workshop.

Workshop Highlights

Mentors and Experts:


Workshop Content:

  • Group work sessions: Interactive think tank and feedback loop
  • AI in Academia: Keynote on the use of AI in research and teaching
  • Manuscript Revision: Guidance on navigating the manuscript revision process
  • Editors' Panel: Insights into enhancing paper quality and successful publication
  • Careers in Academia: Panel discussion on career paths, work-life balance, and strategic tips for academia


Sponsorship: The event was generously supported by the University of Hohenheim, the DGPs Fachgruppe Arbeits-, Organisations- und Wirtschaftspsychologie, the Volksbank Ulm-Biberach eG, the Hohenheimer Universitätsstiftung, and the Universitätsverbund Hohenheim e.V.


Participant Feedback

Participants praised the workshop for its well-structured program and the opportunity to receive constructive feedback from experienced mentors. The interactive format and small group discussions were particularly appreciated for fostering meaningful connections and providing tailored advice.

“What aspects of the workshop were most useful or valuable to me? Hard to tell … everything!”

“I found the session on AI tools in research enlightening and the feedback in small talk groups invaluable. The quality of discussions and the practical input on revising and resubmitting manuscripts were particularly impressive”

“The mentoring and feedback from mentors provided deep insights, especially on editorial boarding. The informal walk-and-talk sessions and the shared dinner with mentors were highlights that enriched the experience.”


Conclusion

The 21st DGPs Early Career Workshop successfully created a platform for emerging scholars in Work and Organizational Psychology to engage with experts, develop their research ideas, and build professional networks. The combination of interactive sessions, expert panels, and group work provided a comprehensive learning experience that will undoubtedly benefit participants in their academic careers.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all mentors, participants, and sponsors for making this event a memorable and enriching experience.

 

Photographs: © Faye Parish