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Writing a Teaching Statement

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

Through activities and discussion, we will explore essential elements of a teaching statement for a 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. Bring your lunch, and we'll provide drinks and dessert. Guest presenter: Dr.…

Summer Book Club: Mama PhD: Women Write About Motherhood and Academic Life

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Mama Ph.D.: Women write About Motherhood and Academic Life (Elrena Evans and Caroline Grant): Candid, provocative, and sometimes with a wry sense of humor, the 35 essays in this anthology speak to and offer support for any woman attempting to combine work and family, as well as anyone who is interested in improving the university's ability to…

Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Writing Group

In Ithaca this summer and need to write?!  The Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement (OISE) is sponsoring a Graduate Diversity and Inclusion Writing Group this summer that will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. This is a peer facilitated writing group with a focus on providing a…

Pause and Unplug: Yoga for Graduate and Professional Students

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Nourish yourself this summer with weekly yoga led by Brenda D’Angelo, Kripalu Yoga Teacher and Director of Student Services. Calm your mind Relax your body Open your heart This free six week yoga program runs from June 27- August 8 (no class on July 4) held Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 pm and Thursdays from…

Intergroup Dialogue Project – Grad/ Postdoc Short Course

This program could be for you if you want to: Connect more effectively with students, faculty, and colleagues. Prepare yourself to engage in diversity & inclusion processes in your future career as a scholar/professional. Explore your own social identities and learn how they relate to larger structures. Feel confident addressing power dynamics in your field.…

Summer Write In: July 2019

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

July Write-Ins and Summer Writers Studio Join us for two day- and evening-long Summer Write-In events in July. Can we collectively write 100,000 words each day?! Write with a supportive writing community. Free tea, coffee, and snacks. Monday, July 15, 9:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m., Big Red Barn. No pre-registration needed. Wednesday, July 24, 9:00…

Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Writing Group

In Ithaca this summer and need to write?!  The Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement (OISE) is sponsoring a Graduate Diversity and Inclusion Writing Group this summer that will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. This is a peer facilitated writing group with a focus on providing a…

Pause and Unplug: Yoga for Graduate and Professional Students

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Nourish yourself this summer with weekly yoga led by Brenda D’Angelo, Kripalu Yoga Teacher and Director of Student Services. Calm your mind Relax your body Open your heart This free six week yoga program runs from June 27- August 8 (no class on July 4) held Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 pm and Thursdays from…

Summer Book Club: Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain (John Ratey and Eric Hagerman): Back by popular demand, join us to discuss Dr. John Ratey's book about how exercise physically remodels our brain for peak performance. How to supercharge your mental circuits to beat stress, sharpen your thinking, lift your mood, and boost your memory will…

How to Approach the Research Plan in a Job Application

Warren Hall 137 Reservoir Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

This session - featuring Dr. Marvin Pritts - will help academic job seekers interested in research-intensive universities to develop a focused and compelling research plan that they can describe in interviews and application materials such as the research statement. This is a brown bag event - bring your lunch, and we'll provide drinks and dessert.…

Summer Book Club: Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain (John Ratey and Eric Hagerman): Back by popular demand, join us to discuss Dr. John Ratey's book about how exercise physically remodels our brain for peak performance. How to supercharge your mental circuits to beat stress, sharpen your thinking, lift your mood, and boost your memory will…

Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Writing Group

In Ithaca this summer and need to write?!  The Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement (OISE) is sponsoring a Graduate Diversity and Inclusion Writing Group this summer that will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. This is a peer facilitated writing group with a focus on providing a…

Weekly Walks

Meet at the Big Red Barn Big Red Barn, Ithaca, New York

Exercise can improve the ability to learn and remember, along with being a method to decrease stress levels. Explore the Cornell campus, get outside and meet other graduate and professional students. Wear walking shoes and dress for the weather. Explore campus. Enjoy lunch. Experience seasonal beauty. Join Assistant Dean Janna Lamey for a 30 minute…

Pause and Unplug: Yoga for Graduate and Professional Students

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Nourish yourself this summer with weekly yoga led by Brenda D’Angelo, Kripalu Yoga Teacher and Director of Student Services. Calm your mind Relax your body Open your heart This free six week yoga program runs from June 27- August 8 (no class on July 4) held Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 pm and Thursdays from…

Weekly Walks

Meet at the Big Red Barn Big Red Barn, Ithaca, New York

Exercise can improve the ability to learn and remember, along with being a method to decrease stress levels. Explore the Cornell campus, get outside and meet other graduate and professional students. Wear walking shoes and dress for the weather. Explore campus. Enjoy lunch. Experience seasonal beauty. Join Assistant Dean Janna Lamey for a 30 minute…

Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Writing Group

In Ithaca this summer and need to write?!  The Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement (OISE) is sponsoring a Graduate Diversity and Inclusion Writing Group this summer that will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. This is a peer facilitated writing group with a focus on providing a…

Pause and Unplug: Yoga for Graduate and Professional Students

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Nourish yourself this summer with weekly yoga led by Brenda D’Angelo, Kripalu Yoga Teacher and Director of Student Services. Calm your mind Relax your body Open your heart This free six week yoga program runs from June 27- August 8 (no class on July 4) held Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 pm and Thursdays from…

Summer Write In: July 2019

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

July Write-Ins and Summer Writers Studio Join us for two day- and evening-long Summer Write-In events in July. Can we collectively write 100,000 words each day?! Write with a supportive writing community. Free tea, coffee, and snacks. Monday, July 15, 9:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m., Big Red Barn. No pre-registration needed. Wednesday, July 24, 9:00…

Designing Your Research Statement Around Undergraduate Research

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

Through activities and discussion, presenter Jeffrey Werner (Associate Professor of Chemistry at SUNY Cortland) will help job-seekers interested in four-year colleges and universities outline a research statement that highlights plans to mentor undergraduate students in research. This is a brown bag event - bring your lunch, and we'll provide drinks and dessert.  Co-sponsored by the…

Writing a Great (Publishable) Paper

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Join us for discussion of issues and your questions about writing for publication.

Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Writing Group

In Ithaca this summer and need to write?!  The Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement (OISE) is sponsoring a Graduate Diversity and Inclusion Writing Group this summer that will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. This is a peer facilitated writing group with a focus on providing a…

Pause and Unplug: Yoga for Graduate and Professional Students

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Nourish yourself this summer with weekly yoga led by Brenda D’Angelo, Kripalu Yoga Teacher and Director of Student Services. Calm your mind Relax your body Open your heart This free six week yoga program runs from June 27- August 8 (no class on July 4) held Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 pm and Thursdays from…

Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Writing Group

In Ithaca this summer and need to write?!  The Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement (OISE) is sponsoring a Graduate Diversity and Inclusion Writing Group this summer that will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. This is a peer facilitated writing group with a focus on providing a…

Pause and Unplug: Yoga for Graduate and Professional Students

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Nourish yourself this summer with weekly yoga led by Brenda D’Angelo, Kripalu Yoga Teacher and Director of Student Services. Calm your mind Relax your body Open your heart This free six week yoga program runs from June 27- August 8 (no class on July 4) held Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 pm and Thursdays from…

How to Submit Grants at Cornell – A Primer

This workshop, presented by Kim Holloway of the Office of Sponsored Programs, will help postdocs and advanced graduate students learn how to submit grant proposals at Cornell and how to apply for NIH Career Development Awards (K Awards). This is a brown bag event - bring your lunch and join us. We'll provide drinks and…

Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Writing Group

In Ithaca this summer and need to write?!  The Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement (OISE) is sponsoring a Graduate Diversity and Inclusion Writing Group this summer that will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. This is a peer facilitated writing group with a focus on providing a…

Pause and Unplug: Yoga for Graduate and Professional Students

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Nourish yourself this summer with weekly yoga led by Brenda D’Angelo, Kripalu Yoga Teacher and Director of Student Services. Calm your mind Relax your body Open your heart This free six week yoga program runs from June 27- August 8 (no class on July 4) held Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 pm and Thursdays from…

Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Writing Group

In Ithaca this summer and need to write?!  The Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement (OISE) is sponsoring a Graduate Diversity and Inclusion Writing Group this summer that will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. This is a peer facilitated writing group with a focus on providing a…

Pause and Unplug: Yoga for Graduate and Professional Students

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Nourish yourself this summer with weekly yoga led by Brenda D’Angelo, Kripalu Yoga Teacher and Director of Student Services. Calm your mind Relax your body Open your heart This free six week yoga program runs from June 27- August 8 (no class on July 4) held Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 pm and Thursdays from…

Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Writing Group

In Ithaca this summer and need to write?!  The Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement (OISE) is sponsoring a Graduate Diversity and Inclusion Writing Group this summer that will be held every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. This is a peer facilitated writing group with a focus on providing a…

Pause and Unplug: Yoga for Graduate and Professional Students

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Nourish yourself this summer with weekly yoga led by Brenda D’Angelo, Kripalu Yoga Teacher and Director of Student Services. Calm your mind Relax your body Open your heart This free six week yoga program runs from June 27- August 8 (no class on July 4) held Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 pm and Thursdays from…

Summer Success Symposium (S3)

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

The Summer Success Symposium is a one day event for new and continuing MS/PhD and PhD 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…

Creating an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile

215 Boyce Thompson Institute Cornell University, Ithaca, United States

We'll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a good tagline, and a very interactive session where participants work on their own profiles and critique others’ --so you will need to bring your own computer. We plan to send out some handy tips to…

Faculty Holistic Review Workshop for Graduate Admissions

401 Warren Hall 137 Reservoir Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

Date: August 19, 2019 Time: 10am-3pm Location: 401 Warren Hall Registration: http://tiny.cc/HolisticAdmissions Overview: Holistic review is an evidence-based practice for identifying talent and increasing diversity. In this workshop, led by nationally recognized experts Drs. Julie Posselt and Casey Miller, participants will learn the research basis for holistic review  and practical applications to graduate admissions. Participants…

Holistic Graduate Admissions Mini-Workshop for Future Faculty

401 Warren Hall 137 Reservoir Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

Date: August 19, 2019 Time: 4-6:00pm   Location: 401 Warren Hall Registration: https://cornell.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1NUfyp4DdRqXx9X Overview: Holistic review is an evidence-based practice for identifying talent and increasing diversity. In this mini-workshop, led by nationally recognized experts Drs. Julie Posselt and Casey Miller, participants will learn the research basis for holistic review and practical applications to graduate admissions.…

Fireside Chat & Dinner with Google

You are invited to join OISE and Diversity Programs in Engineering for a space-limited "Fireside Chat" and dinner with representatives from Google. This dinner will provide us with an opportunity to explore career pathways available at Google for PhDs from both technical and non-technical disciplines. Additionally, we will also discuss Google initiatives to advance a…

Orientation

Barton Hall 117 Statler Drive, Ithaca, New York

Congratulations on your acceptance to Cornell…and welcome! We are excited that you will be joining us in beautiful Ithaca this August. You have a special invitation to the Graduate School’s Orientation for new students on Monday, August 26 from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm in Barton Hall.  We encourage early arrival. From 8:00 – 8:30 am,…

Special Sessions- Develop Your Strategic Plan for Graduate School Success

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Graduate school may not be exactly what you expected... so what is a first-year student 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…

Special Sessions: Get the Mentoring You Need and Want

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

Mentoring is the most critical relationship for a graduate student. Mentoring begins with understanding what mentoring is and what you hope to get out of the relationship. Through interactive discussion and case studies, we will discuss how to establish a positive relationship and communicate effectively with your mentors. Presenter: Colleen McLinn, Director, Center for the…

Special Sessions: The Culture of Respect at Cornell

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What is Title IX?  What is prohibited student conduct?  Learn about Title IX as it relates to sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, stalking, sexual exploitation, and sexual and gender-based harassment.  This presentation will include data from the Cornell Campus Survey on Sexual Assault and Related Misconduct, along with providing an introduction to being an effective bystander. …

Special Sessions: Maximizing Your Every Minute

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Almost exactly one month into your program, are you asking yourself, “How can I accomplish all of these goals with limited hours in the day?” Fortunately, time management is a skill that can be learned!  Join us for an interactive discussion on the top six tips to successfully manage your time. You will learn methods…

Special Sessions: Understanding Doctoral Funding at Cornell: An Introduction to Fellowships and Assistantships

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At Cornell, almost all PhD students receive funding that pays tuition and provides a living stipend through a combination of fellowships, assistantships, and external scholarships.  This presentation will explain how stipends are paid, what your responsibilities are, and provide insights on how to be an active participant in your own funding plan. Presenter: Jason Kahabka,…

Ice Cream Social

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

As part of Fall Orientation for new graduate and professional students, the Graduate School hosts an ice cream social where incoming students have the opportunity to connect with peers from across disciplines and graduate fields. Open to all first-year students. No RSVP required.

Ithaca by Night!

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Join a current graduate student and other incoming students for dinner in town. This is an opportunity to learn about life at Cornell University and Ithaca from someone who has navigated the transition. Bring $25 cash to cover your dinner. Meet in front of the Big Red Barn to join a group.

Transitions – Develop Your Strategic Plan for Graduate School Success

125 Riley-Robb Hall 111 Wing Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

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…

Careers Beyond Academia/BEST Humanities Round Table Discussion

A.D. White House 121 Presidents Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Explore ways that Careers Beyond Academia can help PhD students and postdocs in the humanities identify career options in non-profits, industry and government organizations. Please come with questions and share your career needs.

New Student Mix and Mingle

Big Red Barn Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

First Year Graduate Students are invited to the Big Red Barn’s Tell Grads Its Friday (TGIF) early to connect and mingle with other graduate students.

Creating an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile

250 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

We'll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a good tagline, and a very interactive session where participants work on their own profiles and critique others’ --so you will need to bring your own computer. We plan to send out some handy tips to…

Transitions – Understanding and Overcoming the Imposter Experience (aka, You Belong in Grad School)

125 Riley-Robb Hall 111 Wing Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Did you know that imposter feelings are normal and that most high-achieving graduate students experience these feelings at some point? Join us to better understand the Imposter Syndrome; learn where it comes from and how it can manifest. More importantly, understand how it can be a barrier to graduate student success and what you can…

Resume and Career Fair Preparation for Graduate Students and Postdocs

Clark Hall, Room 700 142 Sciences Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Resume or CV? Should I attend the career fair as a graduate student or a postdoc? Come join us with a session on Resume and Career Fair Preparation! Bring your own lunch and a question with you! We look forward to seeing you there.

Fellowships 101: Writing a Competitive Graduate Fellowship Application

175 Warren Hall 137 Reservoir Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

Join us to discuss effective ways to identify fellowship competitions, draft an application, get and use feedback, secure strong letters of recommendation, and manage your time and process to submit a successful fellowship application.  We'll identify key elements that reviewers use in their decision-making, using the funders' evaluation criteria for a successful application.  

GPWomeN-PCCW Speaker Series: Women Leading from Anywhere on the Stage- Balancing the Me and We with Dean Lynn Perry Wooten

401 Warren Hall 137 Reservoir Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

Dean of Cornell’s Dyson Business School and Professor of Management and Organizations Dr. Lynn Perry Wooten will share her knowledge to help you become a more effective leader! This workshop will discuss how you can identify your strengths and incorporate your identity to brand your leadership stage. It will also help you shift from being self-focused to…

Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Welcome Reception

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

We invite you to kick off the new academic year with graduate students, postdocs, faculty, and staff at the Annual Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Welcome Reception!  Casual Dress Code. Priority RSVP Date: August 28 RSVP: https://cornell.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cI23X8hFhnsqNoN All interested community members are invited to attend this event to network with new and continuing graduate and professional students,…

Careers Beyond Academia/BEST Roundtable Discussion

3308 Martha Van Rensselaer Hall Cornell University, Ithaca, United States

Discussion of what services Careers Beyond Academia/BEST offers for PhD and postdoc students and how we can help explore opportunities. 

Transitions – Serious Scholarship and Responsible Conduct of Research

125 Riley-Robb Hall 111 Wing Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Navigating responsibilities for conducting research as a graduate student can be challenging. It is essential that graduate students understand Cornell’s regulations and expectations for science and scholarship. Discuss with our Associate Dean important issues related to ethics and integrity, obstacles and situations to avoid, what to do when faced with a challenging situation, and campus…

Transitions – Get the Mentoring You Need and Want

175 Warren Hall 137 Reservoir Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

Mentoring is the most critical relationship for a graduate student. Mentoring begins with understanding what mentoring is and what you hope to get out of the relationship. Through interactive discussion and case studies, we will discuss how to establish a positive relationship and communicate effectively with your mentors. Presenters: Colleen McLinn, Executive Director, Center for…

LGBTQ+ Welcome Reception

A.D. White House, Garden Patio

Join the LGBT Resource Center in welcoming the 2019-2020 academic year! Plan to attend this event where LGBTQ+ undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff members will have the opportunity to join together in celebrating a new academic year and foster connections in building an even more vibrant and inclusive Cornell community. Share your ideas, bring…

A Job Interviewing Workshop

116 Upson Hall 124 Hoy Rd., Ithaca, NY

Careers Beyond Academia will present an overview and tips on interviewing for jobs in industry, government and non-profits. This workshop is for PhD students and postdocs from all STEM fields.   The workshop is being hosted by SiGMA (the Graduate Student Organization in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering) and Careers Beyond Academia/BEST. 

Fellowships 101: Writing a Competitive Graduate Fellowship Application

175 Warren Hall 137 Reservoir Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

Join us to discuss effective ways to identify fellowship competitions, draft an application, get and use feedback, secure strong letters of recommendation, and manage your time and process to submit a successful fellowship application.  We'll identify key elements that reviewers use in their decision-making, using the funders' evaluation criteria for a successful application.

Transitions – Understanding Doctoral Funding at Cornell: An Introduction to Fellowships and Assistantships

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

At Cornell, almost all PhD students receive funding that pays tuition and provides a living stipend through a combination of fellowships, assistantships, and external scholarships. This presentation will explain how stipends are paid, what your responsibilities are, and provides insight on how to be an active participant in your own funding plan. Presenter: Jason Kahabka,…

Industry Recruiting Information Session for Doctoral Students and Postdocs

Hollister Hall - McManus Lounge, room 166 527 College Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

Meet with P&G Doctoral Recruiting for a fireside chat with Henrique Aveiro about technical careers in industry. Refreshments provided. All fields are welcome, but specific fields of interest include Life Science (Micro, Biochemistry, Toxicology), Data Science, and IT. Do you have these qualities? Analytical Helpful Courageous Leadership Entrepreneurial Trustworthy Procter & Gamble is looking for…

Fellowships 101: Writing a Competitive Graduate Fellowship Application

341 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

Join us to discuss effective ways to identify fellowship competitions, draft an application, get and use feedback, secure strong letters of recommendation, and manage your time and process to submit a successful fellowship application.  We'll identify key elements that reviewers use in their decision-making, using the funders' evaluation criteria for a successful application. **** Humanities…

NCFDD: Overcoming Academic Perfectionism

Webinar

Do you struggle to share your writing at early stages because it’s not perfect? Do you find yourself devastated by criticism of your work? Do you beat yourself up every time the tiniest thing goes wrong? Is it difficult for you to celebrate other people’s success because it reminds you of your own shortcomings? If…

Inside Scoop: A Cornell Library Information Fair for Graduate Students

B12 Olin Library 161 Ho Plaza, Ithaca, NY, United States

Graduate students, new and returning: you're invited to come and enjoy free ice cream and appetizers, drinks, and door prizes while learning about Cornell Library services and resources for students pursuing master's and doctoral degrees. Come meet the staff and ask them questions, and bring a friend!

Information Session about P&G Careers

206 Hollister Hall 167 College Ave., Ithaca, NY, United States

Meet with P&G to learn about technical careers in industry. Open to undergrads, graduate students and postdocs. All fields are welcome, but specific fields of interest include Life Science (Micro, Biochemistry, Toxicology), Data Science, and IT. Refreshments provided. If you have these qualities Analytical Helpful Courageous Leadership Entrepreneurial Trustworthy Procter & Gamble is looking for…

Fall Graduate Book Club: The Productive Graduate Student Writer with Jan Allen

341 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

Join us to discuss strategies for becoming a more productive writer and completing your degree.  All attendees get a free copy of the book, The Productive Graduate Student Writer: How to Manage Your Time, Process, and Energy to Write Your Research Proposal, Thesis, and Dissertation and Get Published (2019, Stylus Publishers).  Space is limited. Registration…

MAC Mentoring Program- Mentor Training Lunch

MAC (Multicultural Academic Council) is a graduate student organization focused on ensuring that doctoral students, especially those from backgrounds historically underrepresented in academia, can connect with peer mentors and develop positive strategies for excelling academically and personally throughout their graduate career and beyond. Mentor Information Mentor Responsibilities Attend an introductory orientation and training workshop on…

Postdoc Ice Cream Stroll

Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

Join Director of Postdoctoral Studies Christine Holmes and fellow postdocs in a walk to the Dairy Bar in Stocking Hall for ice cream (or non-dairy sorbet). Meet at Caldwell Hall (Ag Quad entrance) at 2:00 pm for departure soon after for a leisurely stroll to the Dairy Bar. The first 20 postdocs to arrive at…

National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellowship Information Sessions

100 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

Join us for tips on writing a very competitive NSF GRFP application.  Current NSF Fellows will share their winning strategies, including how to emphasize the broader impacts and intellectual merits of your research.  We'll provide tip sheets, sample essays, and other resources.