Join us for a Jeopardy! themed zoom trivia! The Big Red Barn is partnering up with the Cancer Resource Center of the Finger Lakes to honor the late, great Alex Trebek, to help raise awareness and funds for their contributions to the greater Ithaca Community. Your support is greatly appreciated, and for every $5 donation…
Remote learning poses particular challenges for STEM educators, who traditionally rely on hands-on experimentation to teach new concepts. The coronavirus pandemic has forced STEM educators to confront these challenges as they work to engage their students online. In this event, participants will learn from and share their experiences of remote teaching with fellow STEM educators,…
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 and the zoom link the day prior to the event. To Register. Accessibility Requests We strive to make…
Join Ed Brodka for a webinar that will cover how to create an effective LinkedIn profile. 80% of all jobs are found through networking, including those with PhDs. You will also learn to use LinkedIn, along with Versatile PhD to make connections to achieve career success. Presented By Ed Brodka, Career Coach, University at Buffalo Ed…
This event is recommended for: Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. Take a deeper dive into the material from Workplace Dynamics 4: Building teams. In small groups we will discuss team dynamics, make a plan for how you can lead without power, and improve workplace relationships. For this session, please attend the workshop on Nov…
We have witnessed a divide among perspectives, opinions, and judgments in the U.S. Our national election, along with our response how we manage our own levels of risk associated with COVID-19. Our family and friends may not share the same ideas, leaving us feeling confused, concerned, and alone. The goal of this session is to…
The Big Red Barn Staff is joining forces with the GPSA to create the awesomest, virtualest, graduatest TGIF yet! We will have breakout rooms, discussions based on interests and you can have your favorite drink in the comfort of your home! Registration link
Speaker(s): Brad Fackler, OITE Industry Advisor. Brad Fackler This event is recommended for: Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. Are you thinking about a career in industry but do not know how businesses operate? This workshop examines the critical functions common to all companies and how those companies are organized to optimize the…
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/1716077475889396750 We all need to develop the skills needed to be assertive and to advocate for ourselves, especially in hierarchical environments where we sometimes feel we do not have a voice. In this…
The International Students/Postdocs Job Search Virtual Chat is designed to get international students/postdocs who are seeking for jobs together to talk about questions and concerns that all share, and strategize about how to move forward. During this session, we will first have a brief introduction of all the career and immigration staff present, and then…
Insight into Careers in Data Analysis: Work Essential for Research. Come hear about the creative work done by industry professionals in core facilities that are responsible for collecting, processing, and maintaining samples for research and other purposes. Speakers are from Humanities and STEM fields who do critical work that allow their respective organizations to thrive.…
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…
Speaker(s): Sharon Milgram, PhD, Director, OITE This event is recommended for: Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows. Diversity.... difference.... post-racial..... multicultural - all buzzwords we regularly hear. But how often do we as future scientists, healthcare providers, science educators, and policy experts stop to consider our own reactions to diversity and difference? Furthermore, why does this matter…
Speaker(s): Lori Conlan, PhD, Director, Office of Postdoctoral Services This event is recommended for: Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows. Join us to see how to navigate an interview for industry, non-profits, government, and administrative roles (any non-faculty position). We will explore common questions, typical schedules, and how to prepare yourself to make a positive impression. The session…
A Wellness themed zoom trivia! Join the Big Red Barn staff in a trivia session for both your health and brain! Tuesday, December 15, 8-10pm. RSVP by 8pm on Monday 14th. Ps. If you don't have a team, let us know and we will get you one! Register Here!
Big Red Barn Virtual Winter Cocktail Mixing Class Thursday, December 17th, 2:00PM Winter is coming and it’s time for some delicious cocktails! Join the Barn staff and a seasoned bartender to learn how to make four seasonal cocktails. Register ahead and we will send you an ingredient list to mix along with us. Or,…
Chris Caterine earned his PhD and spent the first years of his career as a professor of classics before leaving the professoriate to work as a corporate proposal writer and communications strategist. Since then, he has spent his evenings advising others on how to change careers — and recently published “Leaving Academia: A Practical Guide”…
We all learn to write a dissertation …by writing a dissertation. Join us to discuss the book, Writing from A to B: A Guide to Completing the Dissertation Phase of Doctoral Studies. The book is free and available to all, here. Authored by a Cornell faculty member, Dr. Keith Hjortshoj, the short (40-pages) book is…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
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 We all need feedback to grow and learn but we often become defensive and are unable to learn from the feedback we receive, even if it is delivered well. In this webinar, we…
This workshop is for PhD students and postdocs that are exploring opportunities in industry – NGOs, government, businesses and more. The workshops answers basic questions, explores Cornell resources and discusses steps you can take right now – whether you are just beginning your Cornell journey, going on the job market or simultaneously job hunting in…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
We all learn to write a dissertation …by writing a dissertation. Join us to discuss the book, Writing from A to B: A Guide to Completing the Dissertation Phase of Doctoral Studies. The book is free and available to all, here. Authored by a Cornell faculty member, Dr. Keith Hjortshoj, the short (40-pages) book is…
Entrepreneurship: Adopting an Entrepreneurial Mindset To Register. 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.
Are you in need of some advice and strategies that can help you become a more productive writer? Would it help to talk about managing your time, work, energy, and communication with your advisor while writing a proposal, thesis, or dissertation? The Graduate School has distributed over 200 copies of the book, The Productive Graduate…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
Are you in need of some advice and strategies that can help you become a more productive writer? Would it help to talk about managing your time, work, energy, and communication with your advisor while writing a proposal, thesis, or dissertation? The Graduate School has distributed over 200 copies of the book, The Productive Graduate…
Thursday, 6:30pm We will be playing several games on Jackbox.com Sign up by Wednesday at noon!
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
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 and the zoom link the day prior to the event. To Register. Accessibility Requests We strive to make…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
Flagship is a venture capital firm dedicated to life science innovation. We perform our own R&D in the Flagship Labs, and we created over 100 companies (including Moderna) in the past 18 years. The 2021 Fellows Program is a 12-week paid fellowship sponsored over the summer at Flagship’s offices in Cambridge, MA. The fellowship is…
This check-in is designed to create a peaceful, safe space for Cornell's graduate and professional student and postdoc community to talk about the impact of the inauguration and events following the U.S. election on individuals and our communities. With the uncertainty surrounding us due to the pandemic, politics, and recent acts of violence, join us to check in and support your mental health and well-being. Our goals are to share…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
This check-in is designed to create a peaceful, safe space for Cornell's graduate and professional student and postdoc community to talk about the impact of the inauguration and events following the U.S. election on individuals and our communities. With the uncertainty surrounding us due to the pandemic, politics, and recent acts of violence, join us to check in and support your mental health and well-being. Our goals are to share and…
Thursday, 6:30pm We will be playing several games on Jackbox.com Sign up by Wednesday at noon!
This check-in is designed to create a peaceful, safe space for Cornell's graduate and professional student and postdoc community to talk about the impact of the inauguration and events following the U.S. election on individuals and our communities. With the uncertainty surrounding us due to the pandemic, politics, and recent acts of violence, join us to check in and support your mental health and well-being. Our goals are to share and…
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…
The Academy’s Global STEM Alliance (GSA) has developed and refined an approach to online challenge-based learning, in which students work collaboratively to design solutions to real-world problems with support from STEM professionals who serve as mentors. Challenge-based learning offers many educational benefits, including increased student engagement, skills development, and content mastery. In this event, GSA…
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, Director, Future Faculty & Academic…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
While there is not a one-size-fits-all approach to best manage your most precious resource, time management is a skill that can be learned! Given the many demands for your time and attention to support your many identities, roles, and relationships techniques can be learned to help you be able to consciously decide what you should…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
Dates: January 27 - 28, 2021 Registration: https://www.bit.ly/2021WinterP2S Zoom: Complete registration to receive session Zoom links 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 Winter P2S Series is a professional development…
2021 Winter Pathways to Success (P2S) Symposium Dates: January 27 - 28, 2021 Registration: https://www.bit.ly/2021WinterP2S Zoom: Complete registration to receive session Zoom links 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…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
Dates: January 27 - 28, 2021 Registration: https://www.bit.ly/2021WinterP2S Zoom: Complete registration to receive session Zoom links 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 Winter P2S Series is a professional development…
2021 Winter Pathways to Success (P2S) Symposium Dates: January 27 - 28, 2021 Registration: https://www.bit.ly/2021WinterP2S Zoom: Complete registration to receive session Zoom links 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…
Thursday, 6:30pm We will be playing several games on Jackbox.com Sign up by Wednesday at noon!
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. Presenter: Jason Kahabka, Associate…
Option B is a book about facing adversity, building resilience, and finding joy. Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant combine stories, research, and practical advice to help you build strength for life’s challenges—and help your family and community do the same. “The COVID-19 pandemic has changed life as we know it—right now, we’re all living some form…
Join us to plant your own recycled container succulent, start a food scrap garden, and learn all about Ithaca-friendly houseplants! Registration closes Jan 20th. Register
Resilience is a crucial ingredient–perhaps the crucial ingredient–to a happy, healthy life. More than anything else, it's what determines how high we rise above what threatens to wear us down, from battling an illness, to bolstering a marriage, to carrying on after a national crisis. Everyone needs resilience, and now two expert psychologists share seven proven techniques…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
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…
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…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
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…
An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your own laptop or mobile device. During and after the presentation, you will be able to ask questions via audio/video or chat. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost 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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
We may have experienced how crippling excessive worrying can be, especially at a moment when there are constant thoughts that are distressful. Stopping the Noise is Your Head by Dr. Reis Wilson provides tools and strategies for how to overcome anxiety and worry by moving away from comfort and security to willingly moving towards uncertainty,…
Join us to read and discuss The Writing Workshop: Write More, Write Better, Be Happier in Academia by Barbara Sarnecka. Research is all about writing, but most PhD programs don’t teach students how to produce the writing needed to get a PhD, publish research, or win fellowships and grants. The Writing Workshop tells you everything you…
Learn about Cornell's response to the national conversation regarding sexual assault, sexual harassment, and gender-based harassment. Join us in this conversation as we paint a picture of what the environment is like for graduate and professional students at Cornell. Finally, learn about Title IX and Cornell's commitment to address these matters in our community, and…
Thursday, 6:30pm We will be playing several games on Jackbox.com Sign up by Wednesday at noon!
In her recently published first book Hooded, Dr. Malika Grayson offers an account of surviving and thriving as a doctoral candidate in STEM. Written for those who have never seen themselves represented in their chosen career, Hooded provides practical survival strategies, mental health tips, and ideas for creating community and leaving a lasting legacy. This essential resource was…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
Learn about the Three-Minute Thesis competition: history, format, judging, prizes, and how Cornell offers the chance to participate. Organizers will field your questions about competing in an all-virtual competition in Spring 2021.
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/3222926275919384846 We all need mentors to support and encourage us throughout our educational and career journey. In this webinar, we will the mentoring relationship in research environments with a focus on improving your relationship with…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
How to navigate social networks at Cornell as a Graduate Student Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at noon Register to join the staff of the Big Red Barn and Janna Lamey from the Graduate School to learn how to navigate social networks as a new student (or a returning student who wants new ideas). …
Learn about different types of industry careers in Libraries. Come join this panel discussion and interactive networking session with professionals. The speakers will share their advice, pros and cons of working in this environment, educational/experience requirements and how they transitioned into this field. Come armed with your own questions which will be discussed throughout the…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
This is an invitation-only event for registrants who have been accepted to participate in this year’s Building Mentoring Skills cohort, and will be held online. A Zoom link will be shared by email to participants. In this series of remotely delivered workshops designed for current graduate students and postdocs and open to those in all…
Thursday, 6:30pm We will be playing several games on Jackbox.com Sign up by Wednesday at noon!
Join Careers Beyond Academia for an interactive workshop to identify opportunities and activities to expand your resume, gain experience and grow your network. Discussion about how to potentially create activities, expand writing and explore experiences. To Register Accessibility Requests We strive to make our events accessible to all community members. Individuals who would like to…
Fireside Chat with Black Graduate Alumni Reflections on the History of the BGPSA and the influence of Harlem Renaissance Since its inception at Cornell University, the Black Graduate and Professional Student Association (BGPSA) has served as a pivotal network addressing the needs and concerns of Graduate and Professional Students of African descent at Cornell University.…
Coffee Chat with Black Graduate Alumni Voices from the African Diaspora and the Community We Built at Cornell The Black graduate community at Cornell is reflective of the broader African Diaspora and includes members who strongly identify with their roots in Africa and the Caribbean. Join us for this discussion with Black graduate alumni representing…
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? Do these questions make us sound like a 3:00am ad about hearing aids on Comedy Central? Pls say no. Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big…
