It is human nature to have deep questions of value and worth which can be amplified at times when stressors are so great and making an impact on you, but you don’t know where to begin.  This session is designed to consider one’s meaning and purpose while examining the interconnected nature of humanity.  Join us…

Join us for a Jeopardy! themed zoom trivia! The Big Red Barn is partnering up with the Cancer Resource Center of the Finger Lakes to honor the late, great Alex Trebek, to help raise awareness and funds for their contributions to the greater Ithaca Community. Your support is greatly appreciated, and for every $5 donation…

Remote learning poses particular challenges for STEM educators, who traditionally rely on hands-on experimentation to teach new concepts. The coronavirus pandemic has forced STEM educators to confront these challenges as they work to engage their students online. In this event, participants will learn from and share their experiences of remote teaching with fellow STEM educators,…

Join Ed Brodka for a webinar that will cover how to create an effective LinkedIn profile. 80% of all jobs are found through networking, including those with PhDs. You will also learn to use LinkedIn, along with Versatile PhD to make connections to achieve career success. Presented By Ed Brodka, Career Coach, University at Buffalo Ed…

This event is recommended for: Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. Take a deeper dive into the material from Workplace Dynamics 4: Building teams. In small groups we will discuss team dynamics, make a plan for how you can lead without power, and improve workplace relationships. For this session, please attend the workshop on Nov…

We have witnessed a divide among perspectives, opinions, and judgments in the U.S.  Our national election, along with our response how we manage our own levels of risk associated with COVID-19.  Our family and friends may not share the same ideas, leaving us feeling confused, concerned, and alone. The goal of this session is to…

The Big Red Barn Staff is joining forces with the GPSA to create the awesomest, virtualest, graduatest TGIF yet! We will have breakout rooms, discussions based on interests and you can have your favorite drink in the comfort of your home! Registration link

Speaker(s): Brad Fackler, OITE Industry Advisor. Brad Fackler This event is recommended for: Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. Are you thinking about a career in industry but do not know how businesses operate? This workshop examines the critical functions common to all companies and how those companies are organized to optimize the…

A Wellness themed zoom trivia!   Join the Big Red Barn staff in a trivia session for both your health and brain!   Tuesday, December 15, 8-10pm. RSVP by 8pm on Monday 14th.   Ps. If you don't have a team, let us know and we will get you one!   Register Here!  

Big Red Barn Virtual Winter Cocktail Mixing Class   Thursday, December 17th, 2:00PM   Winter is coming and it’s time for some delicious cocktails! Join the Barn staff and a seasoned bartender to learn how to make four seasonal cocktails.    Register ahead and we will send you an ingredient list to mix along with us. Or,…

Chris Caterine earned his PhD and spent the first years of his career as a professor of classics before leaving the professoriate to work as a corporate proposal writer and communications strategist. Since then, he has spent his evenings advising others on how to change careers — and recently published “Leaving Academia: A Practical Guide”…