USPTO events for the weeks of September 30 to October 11

This week

October 1

One-day patents boot camp 9 a.m. ET
Join us for a free workshop in Princess Anne, Maryland, to explore the tools, techniques, and resources for understanding the patent application process.

Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals 2 p.m. ET
This first module of our eight-part webinar series will cover definitions and types of trademarks, benefits of federal registration, selecting a trademark, filing and registration, and finding help.

October 2

Grand opening: PTRC at University of Maryland Eastern Shore noon ET
Connect with local Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC) representatives and inspiring guest speakers as they discuss the vital role of intellectual property (IP) in fueling creativity.

Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners noon ET
Learn more about becoming a USPTO patent examiner from current patent examiners.

October 3

Entrepreneurship Essentials Workshop and Resource Fair 8:30 a.m. ET
Join the USPTO, in collaboration with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (AFB), to learn about starting your own business and the resources and tools to help you succeed.

Intellectual property basics and helpful resources noon ET
Learn from USPTO experts about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation during this virtual session for aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, and students.

The Path to a Patent, Part I: IP basics 2 p.m. ET
Learn about the different types of intellectual property (IP), the patenting process, requirements for patentability, provisional and nonprovisional applications, and the costs and benefits of hiring a patent attorney.

China IP legislation and case law update 2 p.m. ET
This webinar features senior USPTO attorneys discussing the latest developments in intellectual property (IP) law in China as part of a series of periodic updates from the USPTO.

October 4

Federal trademark searching: Overview 3 p.m. ET
New users and those doing basic searches will learn the fundamental mechanics of using our trademark search system, including why you should search, basic search strategy, common searches, and finding help.

Next week

October 8

Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 2: Registration process overview 2 p.m. ET
Learning to navigate trademarks for the first time? In this module, we'll focus on the overall trademark registration process, from filing to registration.

Attend DOCX filing training 2 p.m. ET
This event is a must for patent applicants learning to navigate filing and retrieving their documents in DOCX format. We will provide information, conduct a demo, and answer any questions.

October 9

Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners noon ET
Learn more about the USPTO patent examiner position, our tremendous beneﬁts, and why employees love to work here.

October 10

Name, Image, Likeness for student-athletes 9:30 a.m. PT
Are you interested in leveraging your image and influence to monetize your personal brand? This dynamic program offers invaluable insights and tools to transform your passion into profit.

The Path to a Patent, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications 2 p.m. ET
Learn key differences between provisional and nonprovisional patent applications in part two of this eight-part series.

Grand opening of Arizona State University’s Patent and Trademark Resource Center
1 p.m. MT
Join us in person for the grand opening of the Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC) at Arizona State University’s Hayden Library.

October 11

Federal Trademark Filing: Overview 3 p.m. ET
This webinar provides an overview of the fundamentals of federal trademark filing.

Grand opening of Northern Arizona University’s Patent and Trademark Resource Center
1 p.m. MT
Learn about Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC) services and participate in networking opportunities at the grand opening of the PTRC at Northern Arizona University.

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