As part of a continued orientation experience for incoming graduate and professional students, the Graduate School sponsors a special seminar series for first-year graduate and professional students. The purpose of Transitions is for students to gain valuable information and skills to make a successful transition into the role of a Cornell graduate or professional student. 

Develop Your Strategic Plan for Graduate School Success

Thursday, August 13 at 4:00 pm & Wednesday, September 2 at 10:00 am

Graduate school may not be exactly what you expected…so what is a first-year to do? Make a strategic plan! Spend time with our Associate Dean discussing the value of strategic planning and how to take control of your academic future from the first day. This session includes practical strategies, illustrative stories, and cautionary advice on avoiding and overcoming obstacles.

Presenter: Jan Allen, Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, Graduate School