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  • NCFDD Webinar: Equitable, Accessible, and Inclusive Teaching Practices

    Online

    This session will provide strategies and supports to ensure teaching is equitable, accessible, and inclusive for ALL students, including (but not limited to) multilingual learners, students with disabilities, and first-generation students. The session will begin by providing the objectives and principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), how UDL contributes to anti-racist and anti-ableist practices, and end…

  • Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Zoom

    Have you ever wanted to practice developing the confidence and resilience needed to navigate challenging situations as a graduate student and in life? This fall, the Cornell Graduate School (Office of Graduate Student Life and Future Faculty and Academic Careers) will facilitate small online discussion meetings on Friday afternoons about the contents of a series…

  • 2022 Resource Fair for Graduate and Professional Students

    Barton Hall 117 Statler Drive, Ithaca, New York

    This collaborative resource fair and welcome reception will provide an opportunity for graduate and professional degree students from across programs to engage with each other while also learning more about the resources, office, and organizations that help to support their development and progression at Cornell. Resources and on/off campus partners which will be in attendance…

  • Postdoc Appreciation and Awards Reception

    Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Join the Graduate School and the Office of Postdoctoral Studies in celebrating our postdocs during National Postdoc Appreciation Week.  During this event we will recognize recipients of the Postdoc Achievement Awards.

  • Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Zoom

    Have you ever wanted to practice developing the confidence and resilience needed to navigate challenging situations as a graduate student and in life? This fall, the Cornell Graduate School (Office of Graduate Student Life and Future Faculty and Academic Careers) will facilitate small online discussion meetings on Friday afternoons about the contents of a series…

  • NYAS Webinar: Career Paths: Funding & Grantsmanship

    Zoom

    The ability to write successful research grants is a skill that needs to be worked on. As university budgets are shrinking and external funding sources are becoming more and more competitive, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows and scientists should gain experience in this critical skill of successful grant writing early in their careers by applying…

  • Unstuck: Become the Writer You Already Are

    Zoom

    The CNY Humanities Corridor will host a free 90-minute virtual session with Michelle Boyd (Inkwell Academic Writing Retreats), open to all interested faculty and graduate students: Friday, October 7, 2022 1:00-2:30 p.m. (ET) Unstuck: Become the Writer You Already Are Register by Oct. 6! Visit the Corridor website and calendar for more information. Other questions?…

  • Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Zoom

    Have you ever wanted to practice developing the confidence and resilience needed to navigate challenging situations as a graduate student and in life? This fall, the Cornell Graduate School (Office of Graduate Student Life and Future Faculty and Academic Careers) will facilitate small online discussion meetings on Friday afternoons about the contents of a series…

  • Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Zoom

    Have you ever wanted to practice developing the confidence and resilience needed to navigate challenging situations as a graduate student and in life? This fall, the Cornell Graduate School (Office of Graduate Student Life and Future Faculty and Academic Careers) will facilitate small online discussion meetings on Friday afternoons about the contents of a series…

  • Interviewing and Negotiation for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Zoom

    Have you ever wanted to practice developing the confidence and resilience needed to navigate challenging situations as a graduate student and in life? This fall, the Cornell Graduate School (Office of Graduate Student Life and Future Faculty and Academic Careers) will facilitate small online discussion meetings on Friday afternoons about the contents of a series…

  • Job Search Discussion

    Job Search Discussion

    Zoom

    The Job Search Discussion is designed to get graduate students and postdoctoral scholars together to talk about concerns that job seekers share, and strategize about how to move forward. Each session will begin with a brief introduction that includes tips, perspectives, and thoughts from staff who support career exploration within and beyond academia. Participants will…

  • Beyond the Professoriate: Lessons learned from 2022 and ways to plan for 2023

    Zoom

    Join the Beyond the Professoriate team as we examine what we’ve learned about the job market and job searching in 2022 — and how we can employ best practices for a successful 2023. After attending this webinar, you will be able to: Identify strategies and skills that helped job seekers on the market this year.…

  • CNY Humanities Corridor: Book Publishing Workshops

    Online

    Scholars from all eleven Central New York (CNY) Humanities Corridor institutions (including Cornell) are invited to sign up for one or both sections of a free Book Publishing Workshop with Laura Portwood-Stacer, Friday, December 16, organized by the Corridor Futures & Initiatives (HF4) Working Group: Land a Publisher for Your Scholarly Book (12-1:30pm EST) Write an Outstanding Book Proposal…

  • Ph.D. Hooding Reception

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    The Graduate School will hold a private hooding reception for new Ph.D. graduates at G10 Biotech immediately prior to the December 18 Recognition ceremony. Ph.D. graduates are invited to attend this ceremonial hooding, in which a faculty member places the hood over the shoulders of the graduate to signify their success in completing their graduate…

  • Job Search Discussion

    Job Search Discussion

    Zoom

    The Job Search Discussion is designed to get graduate students and postdoctoral scholars together to talk about concerns that job seekers share, and strategize about how to move forward. Each session will begin with a brief introduction that includes tips, perspectives, and thoughts from staff who support career exploration within and beyond academia. Participants will…

  • Interviewing and Negotiation for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • NextGen Professors

    ILR Conference Center, King-Shaw Hall 140 Garden Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

    NextGen Professors Power Mentoring Session with Dr. Corey Welch NextGen Professors is a career-development program focused on preparing Cornell graduate students and postdocs for faculty careers across institutional types. The primary audience for this program is doctoral students (in year three or beyond) and postdocs with a demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, inclusion, access, and…

  • Information Session on the Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT)

    Zoom

    Learn about the Three-Minute Thesis competition: history, format, judging, prizes, and how Cornell offers the chance to participate. Organizers will field your questions about competing in an all-virtual competition in Spring 2023. Register online to attend an information session.

  • Bullying in the Academy: Public Talk on Workplace Bullying in Higher Education with Dr. Leah Hollis

    Carrier Ballroom, Statler Hotel 130 Statler Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

    The Inclusive Wellness Series Nearly 60 percent of higher education professionals have been impacted by bullying during their careers. The erosion in academic culture caused by workplace bullying and intimidation is only intensified when bullying occurs within structures of power and intersects with incidents of racism, sexism, and other forms of bias. In this talk,…

  • Building Mentorship Skills for Academic Careers

    Online

    In this series of remotely delivered workshops designed for current graduate students and postdocs and open to those in all fields, you will develop essential research mentoring skills, particularly for disciplines where research is conducted collaboratively. Effective mentoring of student research is a key skill influencing everything from research productivity to personal satisfaction. Learn best practices for mentorship of…

  • 2023 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition

    Zoom

    Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a competition for doctoral students to develop and showcase their research communication skills. The 2023 final round competition will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2023. Register to attend and vote for the people's choice award. 3MT challenges research degree students to present a compelling story on their dissertation or…

  • Careers for PhDs: Consulting

    Zoom

    For a growing number of humanities (and other) PhDs, the field of consulting represents an opportunity to translate their love of and expertise in research into a rewarding career path. Established consultancies are eager to employ candidates with doctoral training in a wide range of capacities, while motivated and creative PhDs are often able to…

  • The Application Process for an Academic Job

    Zoom

    To kick off the 2023-2024 Academic Job Search Series for Cornell graduate students and postdocs, come learn about the process of searching for a U.S. faculty job from start to finish: when to apply for faculty and other academic positions, what documents are required, and how long the process takes. Bring your questions for an…

  • Future Professors Institute Keynote Talk

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Institute Dates: Tuesday, June 6 (In-Person & Live Stream) and Wednesday, June 7 (Virtual Only) Times: June 6, 12:00 – 2:00 pm ET ǀ June 7, 11:00 am – 4:15 pm ET Location: June 6, G10 Biotech & Live Stream ǀ June 7, Zoom Registration: https://blogs.cornell.edu/futureprofs/registration-2023/ Registration Priority Dates: May 26, 2023 (for In-Person Participation);…

  • Future Professors Institute

    Online

    Institute Dates: Tuesday, June 6 (In-Person & Live Stream) and Wednesday, June 7 (Virtual Only) Times: June 6, 12:00 – 2:00 pm ET ǀ June 7, 11:00 am – 4:15 pm ET Location: June 6, G10 Biotech & Live Stream ǀ June 7, Zoom Registration: https://blogs.cornell.edu/futureprofs/registration-2023/ Registration Priority Dates: May 26, 2023 (for In-Person Participation);…

  • Writing a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

    Zoom

    Come discuss how to approach writing the diversity statement sometimes requested as part of academic faculty or postdoctoral job applications. We will share examples and guidance from Cornell and other colleges and universities and prompt you to think about ways in which you do, or could, contribute to a university’s mission. Facilitators: Christine Holmes, Director…

  • Writing a Research Statement for a Primarily Undergraduate Institution

    Zoom

    Through an interactive online discussion, guest presenter Dr. Jeffrey Werner (Professor of Chemistry at SUNY Cortland) will help job-seekers interested in faculty positions at four-year colleges and universities (e.g., primarily undergraduate institutions, or PUIs) outline a research statement that highlights plans to mentor undergraduate students in research. Register to attend. Co-sponsored by the Office of Postdoctoral Studies and Future…

  • 2023 Summer Success Symposium

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    The Summer Success Symposium is a professional and community development event for new and continuing doctoral students from across all graduate fields. The symposium has a particular focus on bringing together recipients of graduate fellowships in support of diversity as well as all other doctoral students from backgrounds historically excluded from and underrepresented in the…

  • Dean’s Welcome for New Graduate and Professional Students

    Bailey Hall 230 Garden Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Welcome new Cornell graduate and professional students! You're invited to the Dean's Welcome at 9 a.m. on August 17, 2023 in Bailey Hall. Cornell's president, the Graduate School dean, and a panel of faculty and students will welcome new students and share advice. Dean's Welcome Agenda Introduction and Land Acknowledgement Kathryn J. Boor Dean of…

  • Postdoc Appreciation and Awards Reception

    Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Join the Graduate School and the Office of Postdoctoral Studies in celebrating our postdocs during National Postdoc Appreciation Week.  During this event we will recognize recipients of the Postdoc Achievement Awards.

  • Should I Do a Postdoc?

    Zoom

    Are you a graduate student wondering if you might want to seek a postdoctoral position on the way to the next stage of your career? Come hear an interactive presentation and engage in breakout discussion and question and answer by general field of study. Topics discussed will include: reasons to do a postdoctoral position, types…

  • Inclusive Teaching Institute for Graduate Students and Postdocs

    Zoom

    The Inclusive Teaching Institute for Graduate Students & Postdocs is an opportunity to explore strategies for engaging diversity and fostering inclusion in higher education learning environments. As a participant, you will reflect and connect with other graduate students and postdocs to share knowledge, explore how and why social identities come into play in the learning…

  • Interviewing and Negotiation for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • CNY Humanities Corridor: Open Access Book Publishing Panel

    Online

    While the conversations (and funding) for OA have primarily focused on journals and the STEM disciplines, OA book publishing options for humanities disciplines are expanding in university presses across the globe. What is “open access publishing?” Is open access right for me as an author? How do I cultivate relationships with presses? What should I…

  • Information Session on the Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT)

    Zoom

    Learn about the Three-Minute Thesis competition: history, format, judging, prizes, and how Cornell offers the chance to participate. Organizers will field your questions about competing in the Cornell Graduate School competition in Spring 2024. Register online to attend an information session.

  • Interviewing and Negotiating for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • Inclusive Teaching Institute for Graduate Students and Postdocs

    ILR Conference Center, King-Shaw Hall 140 Garden Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

    The Inclusive Teaching Institute for Graduate Students & Postdocs is an opportunity to explore strategies for engaging diversity and fostering inclusion in higher education learning environments. As a participant, you will reflect and connect with other graduate students and postdocs to share knowledge, explore how and why social identities come into play in the learning…

  • Building Mentorship Skills for Academic Careers

    ILR Conference Center, King-Shaw Hall 140 Garden Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

    In this series of interactive workshops designed for current Cornell graduate students and postdocs and open to those in all fields, you will develop essential research mentoring skills, particularly in disciplines where research is conducted collaboratively and in teams. Learn best practices for mentoring research students and technicians and develop planning and communication skills needed…

  • 2024 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a competition for graduate students to develop and showcase their research communication skills. The 2024 final round competition will be held on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 in G10 Biotechnology Building. We will also offer a virtual attendance option by Zoom for those outside of Ithaca. Attend and vote for your…

  • Should I Do a Postdoc?

    Zoom

    Are you a graduate student wondering if you might want to seek a postdoctoral position on the way to the next stage of your career? Come hear an interactive presentation and engage in breakout discussion and question and answer by general field of study. Topics discussed will include: reasons to do a postdoctoral position, types…

  • The Mentoring Lab: Build Skills for Effective Undergraduate Research Mentorship

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Registration required by May 10, 2024 (contact us directly for late registrations) Session 1: May 14, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, G10 Biotechnology Building Session 2: May 30, 2024 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, G10 Biotechnology Building If you have questions, please contact, Dr. Laura Schoenle, Engineering Learning Initiatives (laura.schoenle@cornell.edu).  Presenters: Dr. Colleen McLinn and Dr. Evelyn Ambríz,…

  • Getting a Faculty Position: Lessons Learned During the Academic Job Search

    Zoom

    Join us for a live online panel discussion featuring postdoctoral scholars and graduate students who were offered faculty positions this year! Bring your questions about the process and hear from the recent experiences of other Cornellians. Meets online via Zoom. Register to attend. Panelists to be Announced. Co-sponsored by Future Faculty and Academic Careers and…

  • The Mentoring Lab: Build Skills for Effective Undergraduate Research Mentorship

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Registration required by May 10, 2024 (contact us directly for late registrations) Session 1: May 14, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, G10 Biotechnology Building Session 2: May 30, 2024 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, G10 Biotechnology Building If you have questions, please contact, Dr. Laura Schoenle, Engineering Learning Initiatives (laura.schoenle@cornell.edu).  Presenters: Dr. Colleen McLinn and Dr. Evelyn Ambríz,…

  • Pathways to Success Symposium

    148 Stocking Hall 411 Tower Rd, Ithaca, NY

    Pathways to Success is the Graduate School's framework for helping graduate and professional students and postdoctoral scholars be successful in their research and scholarship, and establish necessary skills for their future careers. The Summer P2S Symposium is a professional development opportunity for doctoral, professional degree, and research master's students and postdoctoral scholars that will provide…

  • The Application Process for an Academic Job

    Zoom

    To kick off the 2024-2025 Academic Job Search Series for Cornell graduate students and postdocs, come learn about the process of searching for a U.S. faculty job from start to finish: when to apply for faculty and other academic positions, what documents are required (CV, cover letter, etc.), and how long the process takes. Bring…

  • Developing a Narrative For Your Teaching Statement

    Zoom

    Explore essential elements of a teaching statement for an academic job application. Come prepared to brainstorm key ideas of your statement. Leave with peer feedback on a first draft of your teaching statement, or ideas on how you might revise an existing draft to ensure it accurately reflects your approach to creating inclusive classrooms. Presenters:…

  • 2024 Summer Success Symposium

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    The Summer Success Symposium is a professional and community development event for new and continuing doctoral students from across all graduate fields. The symposium has a particular focus on bringing together recipients of graduate fellowships in support of diversity as well as all other doctoral students from backgrounds historically excluded from and underrepresented in the…

  • Inclusive Teaching Institute for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars

    ILR Conference Center, King-Shaw Hall 140 Garden Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

    This interactive workshop invites participants to reflect and connect with each other to share knowledge, explore how and why social identities come into play in the learning environment, consider how to remove barriers and increase accessibility, and create a plan to support student learning. (Sponsored by the Center for Teaching Innovation and the Graduate School’s…

  • Should I Do a Postdoc?

    Zoom

    Are you a graduate student wondering if you might want to seek a postdoctoral position on the way to the next stage of your career? Come hear an interactive presentation and engage in discussion about your questions. Topics discussed will include: reasons to do a postdoctoral position, types of postdocs, and how to apply and…

  • Interviewing and Negotiating for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • Building Mentorship Skills for Academic Careers

    ILR Conference Center, King-Shaw Hall 140 Garden Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

    In this series of interactive workshops designed for current Cornell graduate students and postdocs and open to those in all fields, you will develop essential research mentoring skills, particularly in disciplines where research is conducted collaboratively and in teams. Learn best practices for mentoring research students and technicians and develop planning and communication skills needed…

  • Information Session on the Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT)

    Zoom

    Learn about the Three-Minute Thesis competition: history, format, judging, prizes, and how Cornell offers the chance to participate. Organizers will field your questions about competing in the Cornell Graduate School competition in Spring 2025. Register online to attend an information session.

  • Interviewing and Negotiating for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • Lifting as You Climb: Accounting for Power and Privilege in the Mentoring of Early Career Professionals

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    2025 MAC Public Keynote on Mentoring within the Academy Lifting as You Climb: Accounting for Power and Privilege in the Mentoring of Early Career Professionals  February 27, 2025 Time: 12:30 – 1:30 pm (Box Lunch Available at 12:00 pm) Location: G10 Biotechnology Register through Qualtrics Speaker: Terrell Morton, Assistant Professor of Identity and Justice in…

  • 2025 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a competition for graduate students to develop and showcase their research communication skills. The 2025 final round competition will be held in-person on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 in G10 Biotech. We will also offer a virtual attendance option by Zoom for those outside of Ithaca. Attend and vote for your…

  • Should I Do a Postdoc?

    Zoom

    Are you a graduate student wondering if you might want to seek a postdoctoral position on the way to the next stage of your career? Come hear an interactive presentation and engage in discussion about your questions. Topics discussed will include: reasons to do a postdoctoral position, types of postdocs, and how to apply and…

  • Beyond Supervision: Effective Mentorship in Undergraduate Research

    Zoom

    Join us for an interactive workshop about best practices for mentoring undergraduate researchers. You will learn evidence-based mentoring techniques and engage with tools that you can use right now to enhance your mentoring practice. This workshop is ideal for the mentors of undergraduate researchers who would like to refine their mentoring practices or who are…

  • Beyond Supervision: Effective Mentorship in Undergraduate Research

    142 Upson Hall 124 Hoy Road, Ithaca, United States

    Join us for an interactive workshop about best practices for mentoring undergraduate researchers. You will learn evidence-based mentoring techniques and engage with tools that you can use right now to enhance your mentoring practice. This workshop is ideal for the mentors of undergraduate researchers who would like to refine their mentoring practices or who are…

  • Reunion 2025 @ The Graduate School – Cornell Trivia and Networking

    Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Jacob Belding Calling all doctoral and master's degree alumni and current Graduate School students! Join us for an exciting afternoon filled with trivia and a sampling of local beverages at the Big Red Barn. Keith Hannon Test your knowledge with a fun round of trivia about famous Grad School alums, then relax and mingle with…

  • Future Professors Institute Keynote Talk

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    The Future Professors Institute engages graduate students and postdoctoral scholars in workshops, panel discussions, and talks focused on preparing them for faculty careers across institutional types. The primary audiences for the institute are Cornell University graduate students and postdocs interested in faculty and academic career pathways who are committed to advancing access to higher education…

  • Future Professors Institute

    Zoom

    The Future Professors Institute engages graduate students and postdoctoral scholars in workshops, panel discussions, and talks focused on preparing them for faculty careers across institutional types. The primary audiences for the institute are Cornell University graduate students and postdocs interested in faculty and academic career pathways who are committed to advancing access to higher education…

  • The Application Process for an Academic Job

    Zoom

    To kick off the 2025-2026 Academic Job Search Series for Cornell graduate students and postdocs, come learn about the process of searching for a U.S. faculty job from start to finish: when to apply for faculty and other academic positions, what documents are required (CV, cover letter, etc.), and how long the process takes. Bring…

  • Writing a Research Statement for a Primarily Undergraduate Institution

    Zoom

    Through an interactive online discussion, guest presenter Dr. Jeffrey Werner (Professor of Chemistry at SUNY Cortland) will help job-seekers interested in faculty positions at four-year colleges and universities (e.g., primarily undergraduate institutions, or PUIs) outline a research statement that highlights plans to mentor undergraduate students in research. Register to attend. Sponsored by the Graduate School's…

  • Alumni Conversation about the Academic Writing Process

    172 Goldwin Smith Hall 232 Feeney Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

    The College of Arts and Sciences is hosting alumna Dr. Alison Miller on Tuesday, July 15. In addition to presenting to undergraduate Nexus Scholars in their professional development class, the Graduate School and Arts and Sciences Career Development are delighted to offer 1:1 meetings and an Academic Writing Process small group conversation hosted by Dr.…

  • Developing a Narrative For Your Teaching Statement

    Zoom

    Explore essential elements of a teaching statement for an academic job application. Come prepared to brainstorm key ideas of your statement. Leave with peer feedback on a first draft of your teaching statement, or ideas on how you might revise an existing draft to ensure it accurately reflects your approach to creating inclusive classrooms. Presenters:…

  • Ph.D. Career Stories: The Good, The Messy, and The Pivot

    Online

    Join us for Ph.D. Career Stories: The Good, the Messy, and the Pivot—a virtual conversation series featuring guests who hold doctoral degrees and have pursued diverse careers beyond academia. In this session, you'll hear from Dr. Yvonne Masters, Ph.D. (Food Science, Cornell), a food safety & quality leader with nearly two decades of global CPG…

  • Ph.D. Career Stories: The Good, The Messy, and The Pivot

    Online

    Join us for Ph.D. Career Stories: The Good, the Messy, and the Pivot—a virtual conversation series featuring Cornell alumni who hold doctoral degrees and have built dynamic careers beyond academia. In this session, you’ll hear from Susan Korbel, Ph.D. (Owner, Core Research Inc.) and Michael Vernick, Ph.D. (Customer Solutions Architect, Vonage), two seasoned professionals whose paths span social science research, strategic consulting, product…

  • Approaches to Designing Your Academic Job Talk

    Zoom

    Start planning what types of job talks to be ready for after the written application material and Zoom/preliminary interview stage. These might include chalk talks, one hour research seminars with an emphasis on future plans, or other formats such as a disciplinary research presentation that also speaks to your teaching, mentoring, and/or advising philosophy. Presenters:…

  • Ph.D. Career Stories: The Good, The Messy, and The Pivot

    Online

    Join us for Ph.D. Career Stories: The Good, the Messy, and the Pivot—a virtual conversation series featuring Cornell alumni who hold doctoral degrees and have built dynamic careers beyond academia. In this session, you’ll hear from Yingyu Liu, Ph.D. (Scientific Editor, Cell Press) and Wing (Yingyi) Zhong, Ph.D. (Clinical Dietitian, Mass General Hospital), two Ph.D.-trained professionals who have translated their academic training…

  • Ph.D. Career Stories: The Good, The Messy, and The Pivot

    Online

    Curious about how a social science Ph.D. can open doors to meaningful careers beyond the tenure track? Join us for Ph.D. Career Stories: The Good, the Messy, and the Pivot—a virtual conversation series spotlighting Cornell alumni who have translated their doctoral training into impactful roles inside and outside academia. In this session, you’ll hear from…

  • Dean’s Welcome for New Graduate and Professional Students

    Bailey Hall 230 Garden Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Welcome, new graduate and professional students! You’re invited to the Dean’s Welcome on Thursday, August 21, at 9 a.m. in Bailey Hall. The formal program features the Cornell president, the Graduate School dean and vice provost for graduate education, and a panel of esteemed faculty and students.

  • Info Session on Faculty Roles at Plaksha University

    350 Computing and Information Science Building 127 Hoy Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Introduction to Plaksha University: Re-imaginging Higher Education in Technology A seminar about Academic and Research Opportunities   Friday, September 19, 2025 from 3:00-4:00 pm CIS 350 (Mishra Conference Room) If interested in attending, please register here. Plaksha University extends a warm invitation to talented PhD scholars and postdoctoral fellows who are deeply committed to pioneering…

  • What Works: Creating Engaging Learning Experiences

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Join the Center for Teaching Innovation for an afternoon of inspiration and connection at “What Works: Creating Engaging Learning Experiences.”  This showcase of teaching innovation will feature faculty presentations and poster sessions demonstrating successful strategies for engaged learning. We’ll also celebrate and recognize faculty whose use of Canvas has positively impacted the student learning experience,…

  • Approaches to Designing Your Academic Job Talk

    Zoom

    Start planning what types of job talks to be ready for after the written application material and Zoom/preliminary interview stage. These might include chalk talks, one hour research seminars with an emphasis on future plans, or other formats such as a disciplinary research presentation that also speaks to your teaching, mentoring, and/or advising philosophy. Presenters:…

  • Teaching at Teaching-Intensive Institutions

    Zoom

    The University of Massachusetts Amherst and partners are excited to present a virtual Teaching at Teaching Intensive Institutions conference on October 17, 2025. The day features two panels: the first features senior faculty and administrators talking about what defines a teaching intensive and what makes it special, while the second features early-career faculty who will share their…

  • Info Session on Engineering Faculty Roles at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    499 Tang Hall Hollister Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

    The College of Engineering (CoE) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore is offering an on-site faculty recruitment presentation at Cornell University on October 22 & 23, 2025, as part of global faculty recruitment outreach initiatives in the U.S. This initiative reflects a commitment to partnering with the world’s most prestigious universities in Chemistry and Engineering sciences,…

  • Working in the UK: Visa Pathways for Ivy+ Students

    Zoom

    Interested in working in the UK after graduation or during your studies? Join this online session featuring attorneys from Fragomen’s London office as they walk through a range of UK visa options available to students and recent graduates. In this session, you’ll learn about: The High Potential Individual (HPI) visa, available to graduates of top global universities The Government…

  • NIH Career Symposium

    Online

    Join the 2025 NIH Career Symposium! This online, multi-day event will highlight a broad range of career paths available to biomedical researchers. Panels and workshops throughout the symposium are designed to help postdocs and doctoral students in the life sciences explore new career paths, learn more about a specific career, and prepare for a successful job search.…

  • Should I Do a Postdoc?

    Zoom

    Are you a graduate student wondering if you might want to seek a postdoctoral position on the way to the next stage of your career? Come hear an interactive presentation and engage in discussion about your questions. Topics discussed will include: reasons to do a postdoctoral position, types of postdocs, and how to apply and…

  • Perfecting Your Research Pitch

    101 Kennedy Hall 215 Garden Ave, Ithaca, United States

    This in-person interactive workshop will provide strategies on how to succinctly sum up your research for multiple audiences. Prepare for conferences, interviews, and competitions such as the Three Minute Thesis. Session presenter is Susi Varvayanis, Executive Director of Careers Beyond Academia in the Graduate School Office of Career and Professional Development. Register to attend.

  • Interviewing and Negotiating for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • Fall 2025 Mentoring within the Academy Keynote

    G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Fall 2025 MAC Public Keynote Dr. Sweeney Windchief Speaker: Sweeney Windchief (Assiniboine), Professor of Adult and Higher Education, Montana State University "Re-Interpreting Our Roles: Mentorship and Cultural Integrity in the Academy" (speaker meet & greet to follow) In person | Zoom (for those not based in Ithaca) Register

  • Information Session: Rita Levi Montalcini Scholarship from the Dompé Foundation

    Zoom

    Established in 2020, the Dompé Foundation is committed to supporting the university education of talented young individuals in STEM fields, ultimately contributing to the advancement of scientific knowledge and the exploration of new research areas, particularly in the life sciences. More specifically, it aims at breaking down financial barriers to higher education for aspiring scientists…

  • Ph.D. Hooding Reception

    Carrier Ballroom, Statler Hotel 130 Statler Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

    The Graduate School will hold a private hooding reception for Ph.D. candidates at the Statler Carrier Ballroom immediately following the December 21 Recognition Ceremony. Candidates are invited to attend this ceremonial hooding, in which a faculty member places the hood over the shoulders of the graduate to signify their success in completing their Ph.D. program.…

  • Info Session for Graduate Resident Fellow 2026-27 Positions

    Hans Bethe House Seminar Room (240) 314 West Ave, Ithaca, NY

    The West Campus House System is currently accepting applications from full-time registered graduate and professional students interested in becoming a Graduate Resident Fellow for the 2026-2027 academic year and will be hosting two information sessions in advance of the deadline for those interested in learning more. A Graduate Resident Fellow lives in a West Campus…

  • Virtual Info Session about Humanities Scholars Program 2026-27 Postdoctoral Associate Positions

    Zoom

    The Humanities Scholars Program, an undergraduate research initiative in the College of Arts & Sciences, invites applications from Cornell PhD candidates and recent Cornell PhDs for one-year postdoctoral associate positions beginning August 1, 2026. HSP Postdocs teach, mentor, and run workshops for advanced undergraduates in the Humanities Scholars Program. Each position offers a salary of $67,000/year…

  • Info Session for Graduate Resident Fellow 2026-27 Positions

    William Keeton House Seminar Room (141) 4 Forest Park Lane, Ithaca, NY

    The West Campus House System is currently accepting applications from full-time registered graduate and professional students interested in becoming a Graduate Resident Fellow for the 2026-2027 academic year and will be hosting two information sessions in advance of the deadline for those interested in learning more. A Graduate Resident Fellow lives in a West Campus…

  • Building Mentorship Skills for Academic Careers

    Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Pre-registration is required. In this series of interactive workshops designed for current Cornell graduate students and postdocs and open to those in all fields, you will develop essential research mentoring skills, particularly in disciplines where research is conducted collaboratively and in teams. Learn best practices for mentoring research students and technicians and develop planning and…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Public Sector Careers: Government, Policy, and International Affairs Panel

    Zoom

    This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. Register for Public Sector Careers: Government, Policy, and International Affairs Panel…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: From Research to Real-World Impact: Science Careers in Industry Panel

    Zoom

    This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. Register for From Research to Real-World Impact: Science Careers in Industry…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Education, Teaching and Academic-Adjacent Careers Panel

    Zoom

    This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. Register for Education, Teaching, and Academic-Adjacent Careers Panel Education, Teaching and…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Transformative Careers in Social and Environmental Policy Panel

    Zoom

    Register for Transformative Careers in Social and Environmental Policy Panel This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. Social…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Science-Informed Business and Sustainability Careers Panel

    Zoom

    Register for Global Careers at the Intersection of Business, Sustainability, and Equity Panel This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: From Ideas to Impact: Careers in UX, AI and Entrepreneurship Panel

    Zoom

    Register for From Ideas to Impact: Careers in UX, AI, and Entrepreneurship Panel This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Applied Humanities & Social Sciences: Creative, Human-Centered Design & Strategy Careers

    Zoom

    Register for Applied Humanities and Social Sciences: Creative, Human-Centered Design, and Strategy Careers This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series Keynote: Why You? How to Nail the Most Pressing Question of Your Career with Vicki Johnson ’01, Ph.D.

    120 Physical Sciences Building 245 East Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

    Location: 120 Physical Sciences Building Register for Why You? How to Nail the Most Pressing Question of Your Career Keynote Session Description The candidates who land dream opportunities and command their destiny aren’t necessarily the ones with the longest resumes—they’re the ones who can articulate a future vision so compelling that others want to be…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Careers in Consulting, Strategy, and Organizational Effectiveness Panel

    Zoom

    Register for Careers in Consulting, Strategy, and Organizational Effectiveness Panel This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. Consulting,…

  • Information Session on the Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT)

    Zoom

    Learn about the Three Minute Thesis competition: history, format, judging, prizes, and how Cornell offers the chance to participate. Organizers will field your questions about competing in the Cornell Graduate School competition in Spring 2026. Register online to attend an information session.

  • WISE: Teaching Practices that Support Wellbeing

    100 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

    This interactive workshop introduces Wellbeing in Scholarly Environments (WISE) strategies and invites participants to reflect on how teaching practices can support both student wellbeing and their own growth as instructors. Through discussion and examples, you’ll explore ways to foster connection and belonging in classrooms, labs, and discussion sections, and leave with access to a toolkit…