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…
All interested community members are invited to join us for this event to network with new and continuing graduate and professional students, postdocs, staff, faculty, and other community members to develop connections, and learn more about the Graduate School Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement and the graduate student organizations represented on the Graduate and…
Learn about the Three-Minute Thesis competition: history, format, judging, prizes, and how Cornell offers the chance to participate. Organizers will field questions and also describe upcoming workshops on Promoting Your Research with Compelling Communication for any interested graduate student or postdoctoral scholar.
Learn about different types of industry careers in development, alumni relations and communications. Come join this panel discussion and interactive networking session with professionals who represent various sectors. The speakers will share their advice, pros and cons of working in this environment, and how they transitioned from academia. Come armed with your own questions which…
Join the LGBT Resource Center and other LGBTQ+ focused and serving campus partners for our annual welcome back reception! This event will feature welcomes and information from partners across campus as well as a very special trivia game!
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please Check the Big Red Barn's Newsletter for the registration link! Registration goes until Monday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of…
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 and other resources.
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 and other resources. Pre-register here. And check out the 2021 NSF GRFP competition announcement. http://www.nsfgrfp.org/
Do you want to meet someone who enjoys staying active and healthy like you? Do you want to make new friends who enjoy doing same activities as you? Join the Wellness Buddy Program this fall to: · Meet new graduate students from all over the world; · Get matched with a…
Join LGBTQ+ graduate and professional students for community, connection, and conversation, now virtual! This month's social is cosponsored by QGrads
Join us to learn how to design format and develop content for an effective presentation, especially for virtual presentations this year. We’ll provide tips for virtual job talks, conference presentations, and competitions such as the Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) and other graduate student research competitions. The primary audiences for this event are graduate students and postdoctoral…
Virtual games! Prizes! We will be playing several games on Jackbox. Look for the inscription link on our weekly newsletter!
This event is recommended for: Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. Find out how to expand and maintain your network. This session will also explore using social media, especially LinkedIn, to advance your job search. The session will be on the gotowebinar platform: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6409667214866532366 A recording of a recent (identical) presentation can be found…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
This workshop is structured for PhD students and Postdocs entering the Industry market. 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 and spirit of…
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please Check the Big Red Barn's Newsletter for the registration link! Registration goes until Monday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
Are you writing a graduate fellowship application for external funding? Join us as we address your questions and provide guidance as you work toward finalizing your fellowship application. Pre-register for Thursday, October 8, 11am to 1pm (ET) Pre-register for Tuesday, October 13, 3 to 5pm (ET)
Do you often feel drained by departmental drama? Do feel unclear how to handle conflicts that arise in your department? Are you unsure when, where, and how to manage conflict with people who will be voting on your tenure? Academics are notoriously conflict avoidant and the inability to manage conflict can result in negative physical,…
Virtual games! Prizes! We will be playing several games on Jackbox. Look for the inscription link on our weekly newsletter!
Systemic Inequities in STEM have impacted the diversity and inclusive practices within academic institutions. Over 80-85% of faculty representation is white males, while the representation of individuals receiving PhDs - "The STEM pipeline" - is becoming more diverse, with over 45% of women and about 15% of people of color receiving their PhDs. While this…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
Speaker(s): Sharon Milgram, PhD, Director, OITE This event is recommended for: Summer Interns; Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1161036309606517006 We tell ourselves stories about what is happening to us and around us. In this webinar we will explore how our self-talk is generated and look at ways our self-talk can either…
Are you writing a graduate fellowship application for external funding? Join us as we address your questions and provide guidance as you work toward finalizing your fellowship application. Pre-register for Thursday, October 8, 11am to 1pm (ET) Pre-register for Tuesday, October 13, 3 to 5pm (ET)
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please Check the Big Red Barn's Newsletter for the registration link! Registration goes until Monday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
You need to make your online presentations accessible to all participants. Join us to learn how to do just that with guest speaker and communications assistant Katya Hrichak.
Virtual games! Prizes! We will be playing several games on Jackbox. Look for the inscription link on our weekly newsletter!
Speaker(s): Lori Conlan, PhD, Director, Office of Postdoctoral Services This event is recommended for: Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows. Rooted in the Thomas and Kilmann Conflict Grid, this interactive workshop provides an accessible framework for conflict management and giving and receiving personal feedback. In small group exercises, participants learn how to have - and even get some…
Join us for a discussion with Dr. Martyn Beeny, Marketing and Sales Director at Cornell University Press, to discuss how you can make your scholarship (and book) more visible. We’ll offer tips and strategies (that you may find useful in preparing for your job search as well). Register Here Accommodations: We strive to make our…
Speaker(s): Lori Conlan, PhD, Director, Office of Postdoctoral Services, Anne Kirchgessner, Career Counselor, OITE, John Taborn, PhD, Career Counselor. Amanda Langer, Career Counselor, OITE This event is recommended for: Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. During these virtual Q&A sessions the career counseling team will answer questions about the networking for scientists. This is not a…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
This session will feature a moderated panel discussion on performative allyship's impact on marginalized communities. This session will focus on developing an understanding of performative allyship and its dangerous impacts. The featured panelists will also provide insights on their experiences with performative allyship and share strategies for demonstrating authentic allyship.
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please Check the Big Red Barn's Newsletter for the registration link! Registration goes until Monday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of…
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 will begin with a brief introduction that includes tips, perspectives, and thoughts from staff who support career exploration. After this information is shared,…
We invite all new and continuing Graduate School Dean's Scholars and other members of the community to join us for the 2020 Graduate School Dean's Scholars Pinning Ceremony. October 21, 5-6:00pm Zoom link provided upon registration This event is an annual fall tradition where the Graduate School publicly recognizes and celebrates the Dean’s Scholars for…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
Think you need help using technology more effectively for presentations, job talks and other virtual academic and professional opportunities. Join the club! And join us for this session to talk about smart and effective use of technology for class, job talks, interviews, and conference presentations. We will focus on preparing a professional digital footprint online,…
Virtual games! Prizes! We will be playing several games on Jackbox. Look for the inscription link on our weekly newsletter!
Speaker(s): Brad Fackler, OITE Industry Advisor This event is recommended for: Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows. Please note this will be online. A key difference between industry and academia is that in industry you are expected to produce something of value to your company and the shareholders - this is the business side of science. A PhD scientist can…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please Check the Big Red Barn's Newsletter for the registration link! Registration goes until Monday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of…
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…
The program for Economic Research (PER) Live Series brings together finance and business thought leaders to share their insights on issues at the center of the economy, and to discuss the changing role of economists globally. The conversation will feature: Neal Ghosh, PhD, Senior Manager of Economics in Corporate Development, Amazon Todd Maurer, Versatile PhD…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
Join us to focus on the important role that well-designed slides and graphics play in effective job talks, teaching and conference presentations. We’ll demonstrate good ones as well as pitfalls to avoid. Pre-register here.
Virtual games! Prizes! We will be playing several games on Jackbox. Look for the inscription link on our weekly newsletter!
Hear Teaching as Research (TAR) program leaders from around the North American CIRTL Network describe Teaching as Research, a mentored experience that applies the process of inquiry to teaching and learning. By translating skills that you already have as researchers, you can investigate, reflect on, and improve your teaching. Leaders will describe TAR programs at…
Speaker(s): Lori Conlan, PhD, Director, Office of Postdoctoral Services, Brad Fackler, OITE Industry Advisor This event is recommended for: Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. During these virtual Q&A sessions the career counseling team will answer questions about industry careers This is not a workshop, but a chance for you to drop-in and get your…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
The design of this session is to create a peaceful and safe space for our graduate and professional student and postdoc community to come together and engage about the impact the US Election process is having on us as an individual and in our community. With the magnitude of uncertainty right now, we are using…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
The design of this session is to create a peaceful and safe space for our graduate and professional student and postdoc community to come together and engage about the impact the US Election process is having on us as an individual and in our community. With the magnitude of uncertainty right now, we are using…
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…
Virtual games! Prizes! We will be playing several games on Jackbox. Look for the inscription link on our weekly newsletter!
Register Here to join the the Big Red Barn Staff, Cornell Botanic Gardens and other grad students to learn about chocolate origins, history, and to taste along the way! Pick up (contact-less) supplies at the barn in preparation for the program or just follow along with the presentation on Zoom. Zoom link, directions on supply pickup,…
The design of this session is to create a peaceful and safe space for our graduate and professional student and postdoc community to come together and engage about the impact the US Election process is having on us as an individual and in our community. With the magnitude of uncertainty right now, we are using…
Cook along with us or just come hang out & learn how to make apple, sage & quinoa stuffed squash!
With so many stressors associated with events that are beyond the control of any person, it is easy to understand why international scholars, in particular, may feel vulnerable, anxious, and isolated, especially in light of the recent US election. The goal is for students and postdocs to leave with an understanding of best practices to…
This event is recommended for: Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. These important job search documents are your first chance to make an impression on potential employers. This session will cover the general structure of these documents, how to highlight transferable skills, and how to fill gaps in your experience by gaining additional…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
Speaker(s): Sharon Milgram, PhD, Director, OITE This event is recommended for: Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7314226635059676686 Emotions can play a critical role in how we communicate, navigate relationships, and manage conflict. In this webinar we will discuss Emotional Intelligence and emotions and how they influence our resilience as scientists. …
Virtual "Draw Something" Competition Wednesday, November 11 你画我猜大作战 The competition will take place in Chinese-Mandarin Winners. Will. Get. Prizes! Register
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
This session will focus on developing an understanding of Anti-Blackness and the many forms in which it can manifest. It will also center on sharing strategies on how those seeking to serve as allies can actively help combat anti-blackness. Moderator: Brianna Tate, Ph.D. Student, Animal Science, President of the Black Graduate & Professional Student Association Discussant: Danielle…
Are you stressed? Do you feel devastated when your articles and/or grant proposals get rejected? Is the pressure of publishing/funding your work making you sick? If any of this sounds familiar and you have difficulty managing the negative energy and rejection in your environment, please join us to learn: The impact that stress and negativity…
Who doesn’t get at least a little nervous when preparing and presenting for audiences of any size when the stakes are high? (No one!) Thinking about a class presentation? A job interview? A presentation at a colloquium or conference? Join us to learn ways to manage nervousness and anxiety about presenting and to develop and…
Virtual games! Prizes! We will be playing several games on Jackbox. Look for the inscription link on our weekly newsletter!
LAST CALL! Join us to paint a canvas of the Big Red Barn with the staff of the Barn, a local studio owner, and other grad students! Pick up (contactless) supplies at the barn in preparation for the program or use your own supplies to follow us on Zoom. No experience necessary! Zoom link, directions…
Are you thinking about taking on a Teaching as Research (TAR) project? Join us to hear from a panel of CIRTL Network alumni who will share their experience doing a TAR project - not the research they conducted, but what they learned from the process and how they leveraged their TAR project in their career.…
Speaker(s): Lori Conlan, PhD, Director, Office of Postdoctoral Services, Anne Kirchgessner, Career Counselor, OITE, John Taborn, PhD, Career Counselor. Amanda Langer, Career Counselor, OITE This event is recommended for: Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. During these virtual Q&A sessions the career counseling team will answer questions about Resumes, CVs, and Cover Letters. This is…
While it is not the most glamorous nor the easiest, self-care is foundational to be able to function, and, most importantly, manage stress. And there is an abundance of stress happening right now. This session is designed to be an inspiring invitation back to making yourself a priority, emphasizing current research along with strategies and…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
The COVID-19 Pandemic has put a continued strain on the research enterprise in the United States. During the pandemic, labs of all types struggled to maintain an output of research while following quarantine guidelines and distancing rules. Furthermore, when it came time to bring researchers back into the lab and increase capacity, the solutions required…
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 will begin with a brief introduction that includes tips, perspectives, and thoughts from staff who support career exploration. After this information is shared,…
The workshop will identify the skills that hiring managers are seeking and work with YOU to identify the skills you already possess. The workshop will explore ways to effectively communicate skills and training to industry (non-profits, business, government, think tanks and more!) This workshop will teach you how to recognize the difference between technical skills,…
An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Grab a snack and come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your own laptop or mobile device. Presenters: Yael Levitte, associate vice provost for faculty development and diversity, and Christine Holmes, director of postdoctoral studies RSVPs…
Join us to learn about peer review roles, responsibilities, and process and how editorial decisions to publish are made. Register Here Accommodations: We strive to make our events accessible to all community members. Individuals who would like to request accessibility accommodations should email gradacad_assoc_dean@cornell.edu. We ask that requests be made at least one week in advance…
Join Dr. Abby Goldman (Cornell MSE PhD ’18) and Dr. Steve Rabinowitz for a virtual presentation and discussion about career opportunities in science policy and national security analysis at the Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA). IDA is a federally-funded think tank that provides objective technical and policy analyses to the Federal government on a range…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
We recognize that the lead up to this election cycle and the current post-election period coupled with everything else that has come along with 2020 are contributing to heightened feelings of concern, exhaustion and anxiety especially within BIPOC, LGBTQ+, international and members of other historically marginalized communities. To help address these concerns, the Graduate School Office…
Virtual games! Prizes! We will be playing several games on Jackbox. Look for the inscription link on our weekly newsletter!
Speaker(s): Lori Conlan, PhD, Director, Office of Postdoctoral Services This event is recommended for: Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows. ONLINE ONLY-https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/468536398640193804 This is an experiential workshop that focuses on team tools and group development insights through the experience of real team and group work. This class is intended for anyone who works on or with teams and…
