Primer Series: Understanding Doctoral Funding at Cornell
2025-08-28 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | New York
Understanding Doctoral Funding at Cornell with Jason Kahabka, Associate Dean for Administration and Student Services
Thursday, August 28, 2-3pm in Bradfield Hall 101 (space is limited, so please register in advance!)
At Cornell, almost all Ph.D. 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.

T.G.I.F.
2025-08-29 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-09-05 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-09-12 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-09-19 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-09-26 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-10-10 16:30 - 19:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Our weekly Tell Grads Its Friday will continue over the summer at our typical time. T.G.I.F. is catered to the graduate and professional student body. These students can bring guests, up to one per person. The age requirement for Cornell Affiliated non graduate students is 23 years or older.

CV to Resume Workshop
2025-09-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
This webinar will help you target common terms used in industry, non-profit and government jobs; basic resume structure and tips on highlighting your Ph.D. skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate.
This webinar is open to all Ph.D. students and postdocs.
To Register
For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu.
Accessibility Requests
We strive to make our events accessible to all community members. Individuals who would like to request accessibility accommodations should contact gradcareers@cornell.edu. We ask that requests be made at least one week in advance to help ensure they can be met.

Weekly Language Circle
2025-09-08 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-15 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-22 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-29 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-06 17:00 - 18:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Join us every Monday to learn a new language, brush up on an old one, or get more fluent through conversations with fellow graduate students who study these languages or are native speakers.
This fall, languages include Italian, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Mandarin, Arabic, Russian, Norwegian, and French. Facilitators will be present for all!

If you are interested in facilitating Spanish, Korean, or any other non-English language, please email Hetvi [hsd37@cornell.edu]

BRB Trivia
2025-09-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-23 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Trivia is back weekly on Tuesdays 7 PM to 9 PM at the Big Red Barn. Come with a team or show up on your own and see our trivia host, Jacob, to be matched with an existing team. All are welcome!

Guided Nature Walk
2025-09-12 15:30 - 16:30, 2025-10-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Take a guided nature walk on campus with Nature Rx and BRB Wellness to inspire awe! Our first walk of the series will be Friday, September 12th. We will Meet at the Patio at 3:30PM and depart at 3:45PM. Walks will continue biweekly and will feature special guests as guides, so keep an eye out for our series! The series will continue through rain, snow, or shine.

Art Exhibit - Charlie Detelich
2025-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Join Astronomy PhD Candidate, Charlie Detelich, on Wednesday 9/17 at 7 pm in the Big Red Barn greenhouse for an art exhibit showcasing pointillism paintings of planets! Refreshments will be provided. 🪐🌌☄️

Info Session on Faculty Roles at Plaksha University
2025-09-19 15:00 - 16:00 | 350 Computing and Information Science Building, 127 Hoy Road, Ithaca, NY, 14853, 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 interdisciplinary research and impactful teaching. Join us for an engaging information session where you can explore opportunities, both as visiting and full-time faculty, to become part of our vibrant academic community. During the event, you will have the chance to connect with Prof. Rudra Pratap (Founding Vice Chancellor), a Cornell Engineering PhD alum.
At Plaksha, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and impact. We are actively seeking researchers across various interdisciplinary domains, including but not limited to computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, quantum computing, applied mathematics, statistics, operations research, robotics, cyber-physical systems, bio-engineering, economics, and computational social sciences.
Discover more about Plaksha’s mission, vision, and aspirations at our faculty recruitment presentation and networking session. Whether you’re a seasoned academic or emerging researcher, join us to learn how you can contribute to our dynamic community and shape the future of innovation.
About Plaksha University:
A greenfield technology university representing the bold aspirations of 21st century India, Plaksha has its mission anchored around three pillars: reimagining technology education, research to impact grand challenges, and catalyzing an entrepreneurial ecosystem. Plaksha is supported by 100+ philanthropists, eminent business leaders, tech entrepreneurs and has an eminent international Academic Advisory Board.
Under the leadership of its Founding Chancellor, Prof. Shankar Sastry (Former Dean of Engineering, UC Berkeley) and Founding Vice Chancellor, Prof. Rudra Pratap (Former Deputy Director, IISc Bangalore), Plaksha is developing a transformational model of engineering education and research that integrates technology, design, entrepreneurship, and social sciences. Located in Mohali, India, Plaksha is pioneering cutting-edge interdisciplinary engineering programs in AI, data science, bio-systems, robotics, cyber-physical systems, and other advanced areas.

Afro Beats Night
2025-09-19 20:00 - 23:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Coming back after popular demand, join us at the Big Red Barn after TGIF on Friday, Sept 19th, from 8 to 11 pm !
Vibe Check: Afrobeat, Amapiano, and 100% good energy!

OISE Bingo Nights @ The Barn
2025-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
The Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement will be hosting a Bingo Night @ The Barn with our Cohost, the MAC Peer Mentoring Program (MAC). Event will be held on September 24 from 6-8pm. All are welcomed!

Green Energy Fair
2025-09-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Join the Big Red Barn at Cornell on September 28 for the Green Energy Fair! This family-friendly celebration of clean energy and sustainability aims to teach kids about technology and ways it helps the environment. Kids and families can:
Build and race solar-powered cars 🚗☀️
Color and design your own lab coat 🎨
Learn about green energy and the benefit that it brings to our environment
This fun, hands-on event will spark curiosity, highlight local expertise, and showcase how engineering is shaping a sustainable future. We ask that parents are able to accompany their children during this event. Sign up!

Cornell Trivia at the Big Red Barn
2025-09-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Join the Big Red Barn and Alumni Affairs for a special weekly Trivia Night during Homecoming Spirit Week in testing your Cornell trivia knowledge!

Explore Careers Outside Academia
2025-10-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
In today’s day and age, more and more postdocs and graduate students are open to the idea of careers beyond academia. Have you ever wondered how to start this transition and what are some things you need to think about before taking action? In this session, we will talk about how to start exploring career options outside of academia and some of the thought process behind it. Register to attend.
Presented by Graduate School Career and Professional Development staff and aimed at Ph.D. students and postdoctoral scholars.
Presenters: Christine Holmes, Director of Postdoctoral Studies; and Susi Varvayanis, Executive Director of Careers Beyond Academia

What Works: Creating Engaging Learning Experiences
2025-10-01 13:00 - 16:00 | G10 Biotechnology Building, 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, 14853, 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, as part of our Canvas Course Spotlight program.
Whether you’re looking to spark new ideas, connect with colleagues, or celebrate teaching innovation, join us for a rich opportunity to engage with colleagues in the Cornell teaching community.
Audience
This event welcomes all Cornell faculty, teaching staff, and postdocs interested in learning from the real-world teaching successes of their colleagues.
Event Details
When: October 1, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Come for one session, or stay for the afternoon!
Where: Biotechnology Building G10
Register for What Works: Creating Engaging Learning Experiences. Registration is recommended but not required.
See session descriptions and posters

October Book Club
2025-10-01 17:30 - 19:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Our first book for the BRB Fall Book Club is “Weep Not, Child” by Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o. The first novel by an East African author to be published in English, this story follows two brothers growing up in Kenya growing up during the Mau Mau Uprising. We are looking forward to an exciting discussion and we’ll be giving away a free physical copy of the book as well! Register and receive your free PDF at the link here!

Warm Start: Baby Blanket Making
2025-10-01 19:00 - 21:30 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Join us at the Big Red Barn on October 1st, 2025 | 7–9:30pm for a cozy evening of baby blanket making 💛. Together, we’ll create warmth and comfort for the tiniest members of our community.
🍕 Free pizza, popcorn, & fountain drinks included!
👣 Sponsored by the Family Fellow in partnership with many amazing orgs.
📍 Big Red Barn | All are welcome — bring your friends & your creativity!
#BarnToBaby #BigRedBarn #CommunityCare #WIPP #Cornell #IthacaEvents #BlanketMaking #MutualAid #BabyShower

Homecoming TGIF
2025-10-03 16:30 - 19:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Calling graduate students! Join Alumni Affairs at the Big Red Barn for a special Homecoming Theme TGIF! Stop by before you head to the fireworks show to play some lawn games, take a photo with Touchdown, grab a free beverage, pizza, and grab your Homecoming pep (while supplies last)!
