Grad Tips Series
As a graduate student, you have a lot to learn. Scholarship and research aside, there are many facets of the graduate school experience that are important to your success but might not be obvious or easy to figure out. Between achieving a sense of well-being, attending to basic needs, maintaining relationships or caring for others, etc., there’s a lot to keep track of.
The Graduate School is here to help. With the Grad Tips series, we’ll be providing insight into different aspects of the graduate student experience, sharing tips and advice on how to get the most out of your time at Cornell. To vote on the next topic in the series, check for a poll in upcoming issues of the Graduate School newsletter, News and Events.
Fitness Opportunities and Options
February 3, 2025
Students looking to add movement into their regular routines have many choices to make, and there are countless possibilities at Cornell and in Ithaca.
Funding Research-Related Travel
December 9, 2024
Traveling for thesis or dissertation research can be necessary, but it can also be costly. Several units across the university offer grants and awards that can offset the expenses.
Getting Involved on Campus
October 21, 2024
From finding groups of likeminded individuals to engaging in volunteer or mentorship opportunities to joining intramural teams, there’s a form of involvement likely to speak to every student.
Library Pointers
September 30, 2024
There’s no shortage of information and resources at Cornell, whether you’re completing research for your thesis or dissertation, teaching a class, or even tackling a side project.
Affordable Lunches on Campus
July 25, 2024
With many dining options readily available on Cornell’s Ithaca campus, choosing something that will satisfy your appetite—and fit your budget—can prove to be quite a task.
Finding Fun Things to do in Ithaca
June 17, 2024
At first glance, Ithaca can seem a bit small and isolated, especially if you’re moving here from a larger city. But don’t let its size and lack of immediate major highway access deceive you—Ithaca has a lot to offer.
Conferences
May 13, 2024
One of the ways graduate and professional students can enhance their scholarship, practice a number of transferable skills, and prepare for their futures is by attending conferences.
Renting
April 5, 2024
Renting an apartment or a house can occasionally lead to some unpleasant circumstances, but Cornell offers resources to support students grappling with housing problems.
Fellowships
March 18, 2024
In addition to prestige, fellowships offer students the opportunity to pursue their graduate studies without associated teaching responsibilities and greater freedom in selecting research topics.