Graduate School

Knitting at the Barn
2025-03-04 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-03-11 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-03-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-03-25 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-04-08 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-04-15 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
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 occurs at 1-2 tables in the main space or greenhouse area of the Barn; email brb.art.fellow@gmail.com if you would like to be added to the group chat or request accessibility accommodations.

Women In Public Policy Women's Month Trivia
2025-03-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Celebrate Women’s History Month with an exciting trivia night at the Big Red Barn on March 4th. Test your knowledge, enjoy great company, and honor the incredible contributions of women throughout history.

Weekly Yoga
2025-03-05 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-12 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-19 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-26 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
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!

T.G.I.F.
2025-03-07 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-03-14 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-03-21 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-03-28 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-04-11 16:30 - 19:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
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!

Language Circle
2025-03-10 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-03-17 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-03-24 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-07 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Weekly meetings with native language speakers in the language of your choice to informally practice.

Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion
2025-03-10 22:00 - 23:00 | Zoom
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 your career aspirations and trepidations, receive guidance on how to get started on your career search, and specific advice on how to approach your advisor or make a career decision. We’ll exchange tips, tricks, and tools to efficiently explore your options, build your skills and take action to prepare for your future. Feel free to pop in anytime during this hour that suits your schedule. ALL DISCIPLINES WELCOME!

2025 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition
2025-03-19 15:00 - 16:30 | G10 Biotechnology Building, 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a competition for graduate students to develop and showcase their research communication skills.
The 2025 final round competition will be held in-person on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 in G10 Biotech. We will also offer a virtual attendance option by Zoom for those outside of Ithaca. Attend and vote for your favorite presentation for the People’s Choice Award!
3MT challenges research degree students to present a compelling story on their dissertation or thesis and its significance in just three minutes, in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience. In addition to the first place and second place winners from among the finalists, audience members on March 19 will be asked to select a People’s Choice Award Winner.
Event registration is open.

Body Positivity Program
2025-03-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Everybody is welcome to join the first of four weekly courses exploring body image and acceptance. BPC promotes holistic wellness practices that increase physical, mental, and emotional health using a weight-neutral, self-empowerment model built upon the following five core competencies: Reclaiming Health, Practicing Intuitive Self-care, Cultivating Self-love, Declaring Your Own Authentic Beauty, Building Community.

Book Club at the BRB
2025-03-27 17:30 - 19:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Our second book for the BRB Spring Book Club is “Cadillac Desert” by Marc Reisner. In this book, Reisner discusses the effects of land development and water policy on the American West. First published in 1986, “Cadillac Desert” has inspired climate fiction novels and brought attention to the distribution of the Colorado River’s limited water. We will discuss the Introduction, Chapter One, and Chapter Two for this book club. We are looking forward to an exciting discussion and will also give away a free physical copy of the book! Register and receive your free PDF.

Should I Do a Postdoc?
2025-04-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
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 get funded.
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 Colleen McLinn, Associate Dean for Professional Development

Body Positivity Workshop
2025-04-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States

TechFix Thursday
2025-04-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
TechFix Thursday is your one-stop event for all your computer care needs! Join us on April 10th from 4–6 PM at the Big Red Barn for an exclusive, hands-on event hosted by Cornell Computer Reuse Association (CCRA) and the Big Red Barn Sustainability Fellow. Whether your computer is slowing you down, overheating, or simply in need of a little TLC, our team is ready to help with free consultations and smart recycling options.
At TechFix Thursday, we’ll be tackling:

Computer Slowness & Software Troubleshooting: Get your device back in top shape.
Overheating Solutions: We’ll clean your fans to help cool things down.
Memory & Storage Upgrades: Bring your new memory or storage, or take advantage of a free consultation to choose the perfect upgrade for your compatible computer.
Laptop Battery Replacement: (For laptops with modular batteries only) Bring your replacement battery or get expert advice on selecting one that fits.
Software Upgrades: Enhance your system’s performance with the latest updates.
Eco-Friendly Recycling and Donation: Bring your old tech—even if it’s just somewhat working! We’ll help give it a new life through responsible recycling or donation to the CCRA for reuse.

Empower your tech, boost your system’s performance, and make a sustainable choice—all at TechFix Thursday.

Art Exhibit - Olivia Gillett
2025-04-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Big Red Barn, 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Join Human Centered Design Masters student Olivia Gillett as they display their art exhibit, Somewhere Between Here & Home. Touching on themes of nostalgia, whimsy, and homesickness through fantastical architectural forms that are bold, bright, and beyond imagination.
