Trivia Join us for a fun night of trivia with your fellow grad students. Get to know your colleagues and new or old friends! New to trivia or need a team? We will help pair you up!
TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday) Looking to kick back and make some friends? Come celebrate with us as we welcome old and new graduate & professional students back to Cornell for the Big Red Barn’s signature event. Snacks, music, and drink specials! No registration required; just attend.
Lets Meditate at the Barn Join CAPS therapist and a Let's Meditate guide Cory Myler, PhD, for a weekly, hybrid, 30-minute guided meditation series at the Big Red Barn and via Zoom every Monday throughout the semester! This series will begin with an info session on Meditation for Graduate Students on Monday, January 22nd at 4 p.m. Guided meditation sessions…
Language Circle 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. We have facilitators for French, Spanish, German, Korean, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Japanese and more. P.S. This is an expansion of…
Swing Dance at the Barn Get back into the swing of the semester with weekly swing dancing at the barn! All skill levels welcome! Date: Every Monday; starting Jan 22 Time: 7:00pm-9:30pm Location: Big Red Barn Individuals who would like to request accessibility accommodations should contact cugradswing@gmail.com
Knitting at the Barn For all skill and interest levels - guidance and all materials will be provided if needed! For both those with an interest in learning fiber arts and those who want to make steady progress on an existing project in the company of fellow knitters. This event usually takes place at 1-2 tables…
Trivia Join us for a fun night of trivia with your fellow grad students. Get to know your colleagues and new or old friends! New to trivia or need a team? We will help pair you up!
Join us for a live online panel discussion featuring postdoctoral scholars and graduate students who were offered faculty positions this year! Bring your questions about the process and hear from the recent experiences of other Cornellians. Meets online via Zoom. Register to attend. Panelists to be Announced. Co-sponsored by Future Faculty and Academic Careers and…
The Graduate School invites our May Ph.D. graduates and their advisors to the ILR Conference Center for the opportunity to have a professional photographer capture images of the ceremonial hooding prior to the formal Ph.D. Recognition Ceremony on May 24, 2024. Photos will be shared with graduates free of charge in the days following Commencement.…
TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday) Looking to kick back and make some friends? Come celebrate with us as we welcome old and new graduate & professional students back to Cornell for the Big Red Barn’s signature event. Snacks, music, and drink specials! No registration required; just attend.
The University PhD Recognition Ceremony will be held on Friday, May 24 at 5:30 p.m. at Barton Hall. At this event, we will celebrate and recognize the significant achievements of doctoral Ph.D., J.S.D., and D.M.A. graduates from August ’23, December ’23, and expected May ’24 and August ’24. This special ceremony is for all doctoral candidates…
Language Circle 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. We have facilitators for French, Spanish, German, Korean, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Japanese and more. P.S. This is an expansion of…
Registration required by May 10, 2024 (contact us directly for late registrations) Session 1: May 14, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, G10 Biotechnology Building Session 2: May 30, 2024 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, G10 Biotechnology Building If you have questions, please contact, Dr. Laura Schoenle, Engineering Learning Initiatives (laura.schoenle@cornell.edu). Presenters: Dr. Colleen McLinn and Dr. Evelyn Ambríz,…
Pathways to Success is the Graduate School's framework for helping graduate and professional students and postdoctoral scholars be successful in their research and scholarship, and establish necessary skills for their future careers. The Summer P2S Symposium is a professional development opportunity for doctoral, professional degree, and research master's students and postdoctoral scholars that will provide…
To kick off the 2024-2025 Academic Job Search Series for Cornell graduate students and postdocs, come learn about the process of searching for a U.S. faculty job from start to finish: when to apply for faculty and other academic positions, what documents are required (CV, cover letter, etc.), and how long the process takes. Bring…
Explore essential elements of a teaching statement for an academic job application. Come prepared to brainstorm key ideas of your statement. Leave with peer feedback on a first draft of your teaching statement, or ideas on how you might revise an existing draft to ensure it accurately reflects your approach to creating inclusive classrooms. Presenters:…
Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…
In this session you will learn how important it can be to keep your options open and how you can take advantage of your time at Cornell to gain experiences that help you rule in or rule out different career sectors based on what you value and in what environments you thrive. You will leave…
The Summer Success Symposium is a professional and community development event for new and continuing doctoral students from across all graduate fields. The symposium has a particular focus on bringing together recipients of graduate fellowships in support of diversity as well as all other doctoral students from backgrounds historically excluded from and underrepresented in the…
Welcome, new graduate and professional students! You're invited to the Dean's Welcome on Thursday, August 22, at 9 a.m. in Bailey Hall. The formal program features Cornell Interim President Michael I. Kotlikoff, Graduate School Dean and Vice Provost for Graduate Education Kathryn J. Boor, and a panel of esteemed faculty and students.
This collaborative resource fair will allow graduate and professional degree students from across programs to engage with each other while learning more about the resources, offices, and organizations that help support their development and progression at Cornell. Open to incoming and current students. If you need accommodations to participate, please email gradstudentlife@cornell.edu.
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) application deadlines are coming up! As a resource for students applying this year, the Graduate School is offering a virtual NSF GRFP Overview session on Sept 6th, from 10-11am that will cover how to create a competitive proposal and share tips from a panel of successful GFRP winners.…
Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…
This online workshop will help you target common terms used in industry, non-profit and government jobs; basic resume structure and tips on highlighting your PhD skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate. This workshop is open to all PhD students and postdocs. To Register For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu. Accessibility Requests We…
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. Handy tips will be shared among participants at the…
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) application deadlines are approaching, and the Graduate School is hosting a series of sessions to help graduate students craft effective GRFP proposals. For hands-on assistance, two in-person peer review sessions will be held in Mann Library room 102 on September 25, 16 from 3 – 5 p.m. and September 17…
Graduate Diversity & Inclusion Fall Mixer Kick off the new academic year with graduate and professional students, postdocs, faculty, staff and other community members to celebrate and develop connections. Finger foods and drinks will be provided. This event is co-hosted by the Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement (OISE) and graduate student organizations…
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) application deadlines are approaching, and the Graduate School is hosting a series of sessions to help graduate students craft effective GRFP proposals. For hands-on assistance, two in-person peer review sessions will be held in Mann Library room 102 on September 25, 16 from 3 – 5 p.m. and September 17…
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
FiGLI Virtual Info & Membership Recruitment Session Please join us for our upcoming virtual info session to learn more about efforts to revitalize FiGLI – the First Generation & Low Income Graduate Student Organization! Learn how you can get involved in a community committed to supporting the well-being and sense of belonging of graduate students…
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
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. Handy tips will be shared among participants at the…
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Join Careers Beyond Academia for a professional development workshop with Dr. Alana Staiti. Lunch will be provided! Register now to attend. Speaker Information: Alana Staiti, Ph.D. '18 (Science & Technology Studies) is a Research and Organizing Manager with the AFL-CIO Dept. of Professional Employees and a former museum curator at the Smithsonian Institution.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
OISE Dine & Engage The OISE Dine & Engage is a series of informal and intimate dinners where faculty members will have the opportunity to share their life and professional journeys while engaging with our vibrant graduate community. By facilitating these interactions, we aim to cultivate a stronger sense of belonging and boost student-faculty collaboration at Cornell. This is an initiative of the Graduate School Office…
The Versatile PhD offers the PhD Pathways Series to provide an “outside the academy” perspective on career preparation and job opportunities across a range of skills, trends and industries. The next session will meet on October 24th to discuss "Debunking Academia vs. Industry Myths: Be the Entrepreneur of Your Own Career” with Dr Kaidi Wu. …
This interactive workshop invites participants to reflect and connect with each other to share knowledge, explore how and why social identities come into play in the learning environment, consider how to remove barriers and increase accessibility, and create a plan to support student learning. (Sponsored by the Center for Teaching Innovation and the Graduate School’s…
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
On behalf of the Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement, we invite you to join us for the 2024 Graduate School Dean’s Scholars Pinning Ceremony for all new and continuing Graduate School Dean’s Scholars. This community celebration serves to recognize our distinguished community of scholars for their academic achievements, commitment to excellence, and…
Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Are you a graduate student wondering if you might want to seek a postdoctoral position on the way to the next stage of your career? Come hear an interactive presentation and engage in discussion about your questions. Topics discussed will include: reasons to do a postdoctoral position, types of postdocs, and how to apply and…
Being out in nature, moving your body, eating good food and being in community with others is worthy and a fantastic way to “do” what is required to take care of yourself. Come as you are to join the Office of Student Life to explore campus, and end with a free lunch. Meet Janna Lamey,…
Supportive Connection During Stressful Times Thursday, November 14 at 10 a.m. Attend Supportive Connection During Stressful Times on Zoom. Meeting ID: 974 5380 1425 Passcode: 723570 This protected time is an opportunity for our graduate and professional student and postdoc community to come together in community during what may be a stressful time. During this…
Being out in nature, moving your body, eating good food and being in community with others is worthy and a fantastic way to “do” what is required to take care of yourself. Come as you are to join the Office of Student Life to explore campus, and end with a free lunch. Meet Janna Lamey,…
The Emancipatory Vision of L. C. Dorsey: Black Food Futures and the Struggle for Civil Rights Date: November 14, 2024 Time: 3:30 – 5:00 pm ET Location: G10 Biotech & Zoom *Zoom option is available for those for whom in-person engagement is not a viable option. Registration now open Please join us for the inaugural…
Supportive Connection During Stressful Times Friday, November 15 at 9 a.m. Attend Supportive Connection During Stressful Times on Zoom. Meeting ID: 974 5380 1425 Passcode: 723570 This protected time is an opportunity for our graduate and professional student and postdoc community to come together in community during what may be a stressful time. During this…
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
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. Handy tips will be shared among participants at the…
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 laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…
Back to Basics: Self-Care 101 Refresher for Graduate Students Wednesday, November 20 from 1 – 2 p.m. Attend Back to Basics: Self-Care 101 Refresher for Graduate Students on Zoom. Meeting ID: 974 5380 1425 Passcode: 723570 Self-care is foundational to managing stress and overall wellness. We invite you to make yourself a priority, emphasizing current…
Resiliency for International Scholars Thursday, November 21 from 10 – 11 a.m. Attend Resiliency for International Scholars on Zoom. Meeting ID: 974 5380 1425 Passcode: 723570 The stressors associated with being an international scholar can leave you feeling uncertain and with questions. International students and postdocs will leave with best practices to prioritize your health…
The Importance of Meaning-Making During Uncertainty Thursday, November 21 from 2 – 3 p.m. Attend the Importance of Meaning-Making During Uncertainty on Zoom. Meeting ID: 974 5380 1425 Passcode: 723570 It is human nature to have deep questions of value and worth, which can be amplified at times when stressors are making an impact on…
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Tickets Now Available! 13th Annual Renaissance Ball: A Bridgerton Experience Date: December 7 Time: 7-11:00 pm ET Location: G10 Biotech Tickets Sales: Purchase here Early Bird (when the link goes live – November 30): $15 Week of (starting December 1 – 6): $18 Day of (December 7): $20 Join us for the 13th Annual Graduate Diversity…
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. Handy tips will be shared among participants at the…
The Office of Graduate Student Life is offering drop-in hours with Graduate Student Life Advisor Olivia Hopewell at the Big Red Barn to hear any student life questions every week on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…
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…
The Graduate School will hold a private reception for master’s candidates enrolled in the Graduate School at the Statler Carrier Ballroom immediately prior to the December 22 Recognition Xeremony. Master’s candidates are invited to attend this reception, which will feature a breakfast buffet. There will be three photo backdrops where graduates are welcome to take…
The Graduate School will hold a private hooding reception for Ph.D. candidates at the Statler Carrier Ballroom immediately following the December 22 Recognition Ceremony. Candidates are invited to attend this ceremonial hooding, in which a faculty member places the hood over the shoulders of the graduate to signify their success in completing their graduate program. …
Join the Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement for Cider and Donuts as we welcome the graduate community to a cozy gathering to kick off the spring semester! Enjoy some apple cider, delicious donuts, and great company. 🗓 Date: January 21, 2025 ⏰ Time: 4-5:30 pm 📍 Location: Mann Library 102 Whether you're…
Do you love fiber crafts or want to learn? Come to the Barn on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 - 7 p.m.! This event is for both those interested in learning fiber arts and those who want to make steady progress on an existing project. Materials and guidance will be provided if needed. This event usually…
Tell Grad's It's Friday is a weekly happy hour dedicated to celebrating the end of the week with your fellow graduate and professional student body! Our drink specials range from $1 to $3, and we offer free soda, snacks, special activities, and entertainment throughout the semester!
In this series of interactive workshops designed for current Cornell graduate students and postdocs and open to those in all fields, you will develop essential research mentoring skills, particularly in disciplines where research is conducted collaboratively and in teams. Learn best practices for mentoring research students and technicians and develop planning and communication skills needed…
Do you love fiber crafts or want to learn? Come to the Barn on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 - 7 p.m.! This event is for both those interested in learning fiber arts and those who want to make steady progress on an existing project. Materials and guidance will be provided if needed. This event usually…
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 the Cornell Graduate School competition in Spring 2025. Register online to attend an information session.
Join us for a relaxing guided yoga session on Wednesdays from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Join us for an evening of creativity and goal setting! Design your own vision board to inspire your dreams and aspirations for the future. We’ll provide magazines, printed images, craft supplies, snacks, and good vibes, just bring your goals! No artistic skills needed—just come as you are!
Tell Grad's It's Friday is a weekly happy hour dedicated to celebrating the end of the week with your fellow graduate and professional student body! Our drink specials range from $1 to $3, and we offer free soda, snacks, special activities, and entertainment throughout the semester!
Do you love fiber crafts or want to learn? Come to the Barn on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 - 7 p.m.! This event is for both those interested in learning fiber arts and those who want to make steady progress on an existing project. Materials and guidance will be provided if needed. This event usually…
Tell Grad's It's Friday is a weekly happy hour dedicated to celebrating the end of the week with your fellow graduate and professional student body! Our drink specials range from $1 to $3, and we offer free soda, snacks, special activities, and entertainment throughout the semester!
Weekly meetings with native language speakers in the language of your choice to informally practice.
Do you love fiber crafts or want to learn? Come to the Barn on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 - 7 p.m.! This event is for both those interested in learning fiber arts and those who want to make steady progress on an existing project. Materials and guidance will be provided if needed. This event usually…
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 laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…
Join us at the Big Red Barn for a $10 tasting tour of the history of chocolate. Enjoy this event with your friends, valentines, and galantines!
Roses are red, violets are blue, Valentine’s is sweet….and so are the snacks waiting for you! Join the Graduate School Office of Inclusion & Student Engagement and Office of Graduate Student Life for our Pop-Up Palentines Social – a sweet celebration of friendship and fun! Get creative at our arts and crafts station and enjoy…
Tell Grad's It's Friday is a weekly happy hour dedicated to celebrating the end of the week with your fellow graduate and professional student body! Our drink specials range from $1 to $3, and we offer free soda, snacks, special activities, and entertainment throughout the semester!
Weekly meetings with native language speakers in the language of your choice to informally practice.
Do you love fiber crafts or want to learn? Come to the Barn on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 - 7 p.m.! This event is for both those interested in learning fiber arts and those who want to make steady progress on an existing project. Materials and guidance will be provided if needed. This event usually…
Join us weekly on Wednesday's for an hour of rejuvenation that will leave you refreshed and ready to conquer the rest of your week. Beginners are welcome!
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…
