UIDP members and non-members are invited to join ongoing virtual office hours sessions for the UIDP Industry-Integrated PhD (I-PhD) Scholars Program. Facilitated by UIDP President and CEO Tony Boccanfuso and UIDP Program Manager Gretchen Bollar Fiorenza, these informal sessions provide an opportunity to ask questions about the I-PhD application process, explore the program in greater depth, and discuss other topics relevant to participation.

Office hours will be held on the first and third Thursday of each month at 2 p.m. ET.

Bring your thoughts and questions, and join peers across the community for an open, practical discussion about the UIDP I-PhD Scholars Program and how your institution or organization can engage. To foster candid conversation, the session will be live, conducted under the Chatham House Rule, and will not be available on demand.

Agenda Highlights

I-PhD Application Process: Get answers to questions about the application process, requirements, and next steps.

Program Participation: Explore how institutions, organizations, and individuals can engage with the I-PhD Scholars Program.

Open Q&A and Discussion: Bring your questions, ideas, and other I-PhD topics to discuss with Tony Boccanfuso and the broader community.

Meet the Facilitators

Anthony Boccanfuso

President & CEO
UIDP

Gretchen Bollar Fiorenza

Program Manager
UIDP

This free town hall series is open to UIDP members and non-members. Registration is required and subject to approval.

When

Thursday, August 20, 2026 | 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, September 17, 2026 | 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, October 1, 2026 | 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, October 15, 2026 | 2–3 p.m. ET

Questions?