Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please RSVP HERE by Sunday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of team members. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please RSVP HERE by Sunday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of team members. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!
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 Series is a professional development opportunity for doctoral, professional degree, and research master's students and postdoctoral scholars that will provide participants…
Despite an ever-escalating emphasis on publication, few of us receive formal training in how to craft and revise our academic writing. From Project to Publication lays out an array of practices and frameworks that support academic writers in transforming a manuscript-in-process into a submitted article. Drawing on my work with NCFDD and my own research on how…
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 Series is a professional development opportunity for doctoral, professional degree, and research master's students and postdoctoral scholars that will provide participants…
This workshop is structured for PhD students and Postdocs in the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences. We will focus on career options, strategies and techniques to explore career options in industry, non-profit and government. Ever wonder what skills transfer? Or if you could be a consultant? Bring a job advertisement for your Dream Job, computer…
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 Series is a professional development opportunity for doctoral, professional degree, and research master's students and postdoctoral scholars that will provide participants…
The Cornell Graduate Students have a new goal – get to 10,000 collective miles to walk across the continents! Join us as we all can use some stress management techniques, including exercise, during these hard times. And, we know that walking is a great way to improve your ability to learn and remember. Anyone from…
This event will provide tips for creating a memorable research presentation. The learning objectives for the webinar: Given a short presentation, participants will be able to analyze it for specific improvements in their performance. Participants will be able to explain three qualities that make a pitch memorable. At the end of this webinar, learners will…
The Graduate School Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement and Diversity Programs in Engineering invite you to join us for the launch of the Dean’s Scholars Summer Engagement Series! This four-part series, serves as an early opportunity for incoming Dean’s Scholars to engage with continuing Dean’s Scholars as one means to helping you establish a…
We will start with a short overview presentation with tips on how to use LinkedIn, exercises to identify a good tagline, and an interactive session to work on profiles and receive feedback. We will email a worksheet prior to the event. To Register. A zoom link will be sent to all registrants. Accessibility Requests We…
As scientists, our voices are a necessary part of the policy process, yet few of us know how to lend our expertise. We vote, we send form letters written by our professional societies, or we may even call our congressional office. However, our skills and experience as scientists mean we can do more. Join…
When remote work and working from home became a reality for many this spring, we were asked about tips and strategies for navigating this new work environment. The Beyond Prof team has always been remote and we’re happy to share some of our best practices. Join founder L. Maren Wood, PhD, Ping-Yuan Wang, PhD and…
Have you been putting off your writing all year by promising yourself that summer is when you'll buckle down and get it done? Are you finding yourself continuing to procrastinate and avoid your writing even though summer has arrived? Have you ever wondered why it is that you really want to write, but just don't…
On behalf of the Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement and the Graduate and Professional Student Diversity Council, we invite you to join us for the 2020 Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Awards and Recognition Celebration where we will present the annual Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Awards, and recognize members of our graduate community for their academic, professional,…
This event is offered for members of this year's NextGen Professors cohort and also open to accept a limited number of additional registrants from Cornell as space allows. An Academic Being Social on Social Media...or My Adventures in 280 Characters featuring Dr. Corrie Moreau, Professor of Arthropod Biosystematics and Biodiversity, and Director and Curator of…
This is an advanced level workshop. Prerequisite would be the Create Your LinkedIn Profile. In this advanced workshop we will share feedback and keywords. We will share profiles and expand the body of your LinkedIn Profile. Each participant should have a basic profile they are willing to share. To Register. A zoom link will be…
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please RSVP HERE by Sunday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of team members. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!
To kick off the 2020-2021 Academic Job Search Series for Cornell graduate students and postdocs, come learn about when to apply for faculty and other academic positions, what documents are required, and how long the process takes. Bring your questions for an interactive online discussion led by Christine Holmes, Director of Postdoctoral Studies. Pre-registration is…
Despite an ever-escalating emphasis on publication, few of us receive formal training in how to craft and revise our academic writing. From Project to Publication lays out an array of practices and frameworks that support academic writers in transforming a manuscript-in-process into a submitted article. Drawing on my work with NCFDD and my own research on how…
Careers Beyond Academia Careers In… K-12 Education English PhD to High School Teacher. Thinking about career opportunities for PhDs in K-12 education? Join us for career information, advice and questions with Kristen Angierski, PhD Candidate in Cornell’s English Department and Andrew Mahlstedt of United World College, (formerly UW Madison) will share insights and advice on…
As we head into academic job market application season, we know there will be much anxiety this year about going on the job market for Ph.D.s who are interested in academic careers. Join Caleb McKinney, Ph.D. (Assistant Dean of Graduate and Postdoctoral Training and Development for Biomedical Graduate Education at Georgetown University Medical Center), Robert…
It's been three months since we started working from home, and the job market/outlook also has been changing. The International Student/Postdoc Job Search Virtual Monthly Chat is designed to get international students/postdocs who are seeking for jobs together to talk about concerns that all share, and strategize about how to move forward. During this…
The Graduate School Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement and Diversity Programs in Engineering invite you to join us for the launch of the Dean’s Scholars Summer Engagement Series! This four-part series, serves as an early opportunity for incoming Dean’s Scholars to engage with continuing Dean’s Scholars as one means to helping you establish a…
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please RSVP HERE by Sunday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of team members. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!
Despite an ever-escalating emphasis on publication, few of us receive formal training in how to craft and revise our academic writing. From Project to Publication lays out an array of practices and frameworks that support academic writers in transforming a manuscript-in-process into a submitted article. Drawing on my work with NCFDD and my own research on how…
EVENT OVERVIEW As America continues to grapple with fundamental questions of inclusion, safety, and justice for people of color, higher education must also ask whether staff, faculty, and students of color are fully empowered to flourish in their institutions. In this discussion, audience members will hear from three of Cornell University’s Presidential Advisors on Diversity…
Join us to learn about what makes a great paper, from writing your introduction through conclusion, getting feedback, and revising and editing. Register Here Accommodations: We strive to make our events accessible to all community members. Individuals who would like to request accessibility accommodations should contact mrs32@cornell.edu. We ask that requests be made at least…
It's been a few months after the world was interrupted by a global pandemic and it certainly affected job seekers' plans for landing a job. However, many things have changed and companies have adjusted their hiring plans as well. The Job Search Virtual Monthly Chat is designed to get job seekers together to talk about…
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please RSVP HERE by Sunday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of team members. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!
Despite an ever-escalating emphasis on publication, few of us receive formal training in how to craft and revise our academic writing. From Project to Publication lays out an array of practices and frameworks that support academic writers in transforming a manuscript-in-process into a submitted article. Drawing on my work with NCFDD and my own research on how…
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please RSVP HERE by Sunday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of team members. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!
Through an interactive online discussion, presenter Jeffrey Werner (Associate Professor of Chemistry at SUNY Cortland) will help job-seekers interested in seeking 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. Pre-registration is required in order to receive the…
EVENT OVERVIEW Over the past several weeks, protest movements have erupted across the country in response to police brutality, enduring systemic racism, and glaring inequality. While most college campuses are currently empty because of the pandemic, they are not exempt from these greater societal issues. Once classes resume, campuses nationwide are likely to become hotbeds…
If you’ve been with Beyond Prof for a while, you know that we often talk about how critical networking is to a post-academic job search. But given social distancing and our uncertain times, how do you build a professional network from home? Join Beyond the Professoriate founder L. Maren Wood, Ph.D. in this webinar for…
Are you confused about when to say "yes" and "no" to other people's requests? Do you often say "yes" to requests without realizing the impact that response will have on your time and productivity? Do you find yourself feeling angry and resentful during the academic year because you've said "yes" too often? You're not alone!…
July 9 @ 4 pm to 5 pm ET. The best kept secrets of the workplace should not be a secret. Cornell graduate students and postdocs can learn about the best professional habits in the workplace to master now, so you are ready for the next step in your professional career. Presented by the Careers…
EVENT OVERVIEW America’s long history of racism and its impact on our country have been on stark display in recent weeks. Our collective response to the despicable acts that have sparked prolonged nationwide protests will shape who we are as a nation. Beyond the individual responses of so many who have taken to the streets…
It's time to play!!! The Big Red Barn's 1st Virtual Game Night Monopoly Friday, July 10 6pm Scrabble Saturday, July 11 6pm Codenames Sunday, July 12 6pm Brought to you by the BRB's Social Committee
It's time to play!!! The Big Red Barn's 1st Virtual Game Night Monopoly Friday, July 10 6pm Scrabble Saturday, July 11 6pm Codenames Sunday, July 12 6pm Brought to you by the BRB's Social Committee
It's time to play!!! The Big Red Barn's 1st Virtual Game Night Monopoly Friday, July 10 6pm Scrabble Saturday, July 11 6pm Codenames Sunday, July 12 6pm Brought to you by the BRB's Social Committee
It's been three months since we started working from home, and the job market/outlook also has been changing. The International Student/Postdoc Job Search Virtual Monthly Chat is designed to get international students/postdocs who are seeking for jobs together to talk about concerns that all share, and strategize about how to move forward. During this…
This two-day event will bring together students, staff, faculty and leadership from academic institutions across the country to share their unique perspectives on the current barriers facing Black scholars in STEM fields with the goal of inspiring and challenging participants to take action to address racial inequity in STEM. Participating institutions include the University of…
The Graduate School Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement and Diversity Programs in Engineering invite you to join us for the launch of the Dean’s Scholars Summer Engagement Series! This four-part series, serves as an early opportunity for incoming Dean’s Scholars to engage with continuing Dean’s Scholars as one means to helping you establish a…
This two-day event will bring together students, staff, faculty and leadership from academic institutions across the country to share their unique perspectives on the current barriers facing Black scholars in STEM fields with the goal of inspiring and challenging participants to take action to address racial inequity in STEM. Participating institutions include the University of…
This session features a panel of three early career researchers who recently successfully obtained tenure-track faculty positions, talking about how they approached writing a successful research statement for a research-intensive (or R1) university job application. Through questions and discussion, learn how to craft a focused and compelling research plan that will describe your areas of…
Planning to revise your dissertation into a book manuscript and submitting it to a university or other press for publication? Want some advice (and encouragement) about finding a publisher, signing a contract, and whether you need an agent (the answer is “no,” but we’ll discuss what an agent can help you do). Join us to…
We will start with a short overview presentation with tips on how to use LinkedIn, exercises to identify a good tagline, and an interactive session to work on profiles and receive feedback. We will email a worksheet prior to the event. To Register. A zoom link will be sent to all registrants. Accessibility Requests We…
Are you just starting your Ph.D.? Or are you in your first few years and COVID-19 has drastically chanced your graduate school experience? Are you trying to get back into a groove and continue your research now that things have changed? Join faculty and recent graduates in this panel on making the most of graduate…
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please RSVP HERE by Sunday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of team members. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!
Through presentation and discussion, we will explore essential elements of a teaching statement for an academic job application. You'll leave prepared to start your first draft Teaching Statement or to revise an existing one to make sure it accurately reflects your beliefs and experience. Presenters: Dr. Derina Samuel, Associate Director for Graduate Student Development, Center…
Navigating race and gender in the academy can be tricky. Often, Black women and White women find themselves in situations where knowing the best thing to do or say is not always easy or apparent. Sometimes we are silent or fail to act because we are uncertain whether we should respond or even how to…
This is an advanced level workshop. Prerequisite would be the Create Your LinkedIn Profile. In this advanced workshop we will share feedback and keywords. We will share profiles and expand the body of your LinkedIn Profile. Each participant should have a basic profile they are willing to share. This workshop will be discussion based with…
Massive and unprecedented political uprisings in the wake of the murders of Breonna Taylor and George Floyd have led to more critical engagement with the idea, possibility and promise of police abolition. The Politics of Race, Immigration, Class and Ethnicity (PRICE) Initiative has brought together a panel of leading scholars and activists to engage in…
We are entering month 5 of working remotely with some labs gradually reopening. Everything has changed a lot, especially on the job front. The Job Search Virtual Monthly Chat is designed to get job seekers together to talk about concerns that graduate students and postdocs share, and strategize about how to move forward. Each session…
The Graduate School Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement and Diversity Programs in Engineering invite you to join us for the July 28th session of the Dean’s Scholars Summer Engagement Series! This four-part series, serves as an early opportunity for incoming Dean’s Scholars to engage with continuing Dean’s Scholars as one means to helping establish…
Come discuss how to approach writing the diversity statement sometimes requested as part of faculty or postdoctoral job applications. We will share examples and guidance from Cornell and other colleges and universities. Discussion Moderators: Christine Holmes, Director of Postdoctoral Studies, and Colleen McLinn, Executive Director, Future Faculty and Academic Careers Pre-registration is required in order…
Join us to explore the fundamentals of interviewing in industry (government, NGO, think tanks, for profits.) This workshop will present an overview of interviews, types of interviews you may encounter and advice on how to articulate your research and PhD work into professional experience. To Register A zoom link will be sent to all registrants…
Join this workshop to learn tips and discuss how to succinctly sum up your research for multiple audiences, practice your pitch in small groups, and capture phrasing for different audiences.
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please RSVP HERE by Sunday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of team members. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!
Congratulations on your acceptance into Cornell…and welcome! We are excited that you will begin your graduate program soon and look forward to working with you. Our goal is simple: To give you a warm welcome and help you become a member of Cornell communities of scholars and researchers. You will learn about graduate study at…
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.
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.
Networking starts with simple connections. Who do you know in industry - not the hiring manager but a former classmate or Cornell alum. This workshop will explore how you can find professional allies, steps to ask for a conversation and tips to utilize connections. To Register A zoom link will be sent to all registrants…
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please RSVP HERE by Sunday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of team members. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!
This is the last Job Search Virtual Monthly Chat specific to international student issues for the summer. Things are moving a lot on the job search side as well as the immigration side. The Job Search Virtual Monthly Chat is designed to get job seekers together to talk about concerns that graduate students and postdocs…
Do you have a reliable and strong network of mentors? Are you struggling to cultivate mentoring relationships? Do you know the difference between a mentor and a sponsor? Are you moving to a new stage of your career and wondering how to find new mentors and sponsors that are appropriate to the next level? If…
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.
Join us to discuss criteria for selecting a journal for your manuscript, writing an effective cover letter, and understanding the editorial process. Register Here Accommodations: We strive to make our events accessible to all community members. Individuals who would like to request accessibility accommodations should contact mrs32@cornell.edu. We ask that requests be made at least…
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.
This is the last Job Search Virtual Monthly Chat in the summer. If you have more questions about the job search as graduate students or postdocs, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. The Job Search Virtual Monthly Chat is designed to get job seekers together to talk about concerns that graduate students…
intended for all Graduate and Professional Students, this session will introduce you to the Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX (OIETIX) at Cornell, the Complainant's Advisors, and Judicial Codes Counselors (who counsel Respondents). OIETIX promotes and ensures civil rights compliance for all members of the university community. The Complainants Advisors and Judicial Codes Counselors…
Summer Success Symposium
The Summer Success Symposium is a professional and community development event for new and continuing M.S./Ph.D. and Ph.D. students from across all graduate fields who identify as belonging to groups historically underrepresented in graduate education. The symposium has a particular focus on bringing together recipients of graduate fellowships in support of diversity as well as all other doctoral scholars who identify as students of color, first generation college (FGC) students, and/or who identify with other historically underrepresented groups such as LGBTQQ+ identified students, Veterans, students with disabilities, women in STEM, students with DACA status, Panel of students speakingand others. M.S. students interested in pursuing doctoral studies are also welcome to this event.
In this Guest Expert Webinar by Wanda Swan, Founder of Swan Center for Advocacy and Research, participants will learn strategies for identifying and combatting anti-black racism in classrooms, how to most effectively support black students and colleagues, and how to proactively contribute to diverse and inclusive campus communities. Free Individual Memberships for the National Center…
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please RSVP HERE by Sunday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of team members. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!
The Summer Success Symposium is a professional and community development event for new and continuing M.S./Ph.D. and Ph.D. students from across all graduate fields who identify as belonging to groups historically underrepresented in graduate education. The symposium has a particular focus on bringing together recipients of graduate fellowships in support of diversity as well as all other doctoral scholars who identify as students of color, first generation college (FGC) students, and/or who identify with other historically underrepresented groups such as LGBTQQ+ identified students, Veterans, students with disabilities, women in STEM, students with DACA status, Panel of students speaking and others. M.S. students interested in pursuing doctoral studies are also welcome to this event.
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.
The Summer Success Symposium is a professional and community development event for new and continuing M.S./Ph.D. and Ph.D. students from across all graduate fields who identify as belonging to groups historically underrepresented in graduate education. The symposium has a particular focus on bringing together recipients of graduate fellowships in support of diversity as well as all other doctoral scholars who identify as students of color, first generation college (FGC) students, and/or who identify with other historically underrepresented groups such as LGBTQQ+ identified students, Veterans, students with disabilities, women in STEM, students with DACA status, Panel of students speaking and others. M.S. students interested in pursuing doctoral studies are also welcome to this event.
