Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

Zoom

Have you ever wanted to practice developing the confidence and resilience needed to navigate challenging situations as a graduate student and in life? This fall, the Cornell Graduate School (Office of Graduate Student Life and Future Faculty and Academic Careers) will facilitate small online discussion meetings on Friday afternoons about the contents of a series…

Multicultural Academic Council (MAC) Monthly Meeting

The MAC (Multicultural Academic Council) Mentoring Program is a collaboration of MAC and the Graduate School Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement (OISE). MAC is a graduate student organization focused on ensuring that doctoral students, especially from those backgrounds historically underrepresented in academia, can connect with peer mentors and develop positive strategies for excelling academically and personally throughout…

Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

Zoom

Have you ever wanted to practice developing the confidence and resilience needed to navigate challenging situations as a graduate student and in life? This fall, the Cornell Graduate School (Office of Graduate Student Life and Future Faculty and Academic Careers) will facilitate small online discussion meetings on Friday afternoons about the contents of a series…

Interviewing and Negotiation for Academic Positions

Zoom

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…

Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

Zoom

Have you ever wanted to practice developing the confidence and resilience needed to navigate challenging situations as a graduate student and in life? This fall, the Cornell Graduate School (Office of Graduate Student Life and Future Faculty and Academic Careers) will facilitate small online discussion meetings on Friday afternoons about the contents of a series…

MAC (Multicultural Academic Council) Monthly Meeting

The MAC (Multicultural Academic Council) Mentoring Program is a collaboration of MAC and the  Graduate School Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement (OISE). MAC is a graduate student organization focused on ensuring that doctoral students, especially from those backgrounds historically underrepresented in academia, can connect with peer mentors and develop positive strategies for excelling academically and personally…

Multicultural Academic Council (MAC) Monthly Meeting

102 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

The MAC (Multicultural Academic Council) Mentoring Program is a collaboration of MAC and the Graduate School Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement (OISE). MAC is a graduate student organization focused on ensuring that doctoral students, especially from those backgrounds historically underrepresented in academia, can connect with peer mentors and develop positive strategies for excelling academically and personally throughout…

Multicultural Academic Council (MAC) Winter Social

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

The MAC (Multicultural Academic Council) Mentoring Program is a collaboration of MAC and the Graduate School Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement (OISE). MAC is a graduate student organization focused on ensuring that doctoral students, especially from those backgrounds historically underrepresented in academia, can connect with peer mentors and develop positive strategies for excelling academically and personally throughout…

Renaissance Ball

G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

The Annual Graduate Diversity and Inclusion Renaissance Ball is an effort of the graduate student organizations represented on the Graduate and Professional Student Diversity Council. This event brings together graduate and professional students for a night of live music, great food, dancing, and community. Founded by the Black Graduate and Professional Student Association (BGPSA) in 2011,…

Event Series Job Search Discussion

Job Search Discussion

Zoom

The Job Search Discussion is designed to get graduate students and postdoctoral scholars together to talk about concerns that job seekers 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 within and beyond academia. Participants will…

Beyond the Professoriate: Lessons learned from 2022 and ways to plan for 2023

Zoom

Join the Beyond the Professoriate team as we examine what we’ve learned about the job market and job searching in 2022 — and how we can employ best practices for a successful 2023. After attending this webinar, you will be able to: Identify strategies and skills that helped job seekers on the market this year.…

CNY Humanities Corridor: Book Publishing Workshops

Online

Scholars from all eleven Central New York (CNY) Humanities Corridor institutions (including Cornell) are invited to sign up for one or both sections of a free Book Publishing Workshop with Laura Portwood-Stacer, Friday, December 16, organized by the Corridor Futures & Initiatives (HF4) Working Group: Land a Publisher for Your Scholarly Book (12-1:30pm EST) Write an Outstanding Book Proposal…

Ph.D. Hooding Reception

G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

The Graduate School will hold a private hooding reception for new Ph.D. graduates at G10 Biotech immediately prior to the December 18 Recognition ceremony. Ph.D. graduates 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…

Getting the Mentoring You Need and Want

Zoom

A mentor 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, associate dean for professional…

Understanding Doctoral Funding at Cornell: An Introduction to Fellowships and Assistantships

Zoom

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…

Creating Social Networks as a Graduate Student

Zoom

While it is important to create a new social network, knowing where to begin in a new community as a graduate student can be a challenge. During this one-hour session, we’ll review the value of social networks, provide resources, and have you create a plan to build your personal social network. Finally, you’ll hear from…

Event Series Job Search Discussion

Job Search Discussion

Zoom

The Job Search Discussion is designed to get graduate students and postdoctoral scholars together to talk about concerns that job seekers 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 within and beyond academia. Participants will…

The Basics of Mental Health and Well-being

Zoom

Make sure that you develop your mental health support plan so that you can have the energy and reserves to support your academic success. The stressors of being a graduate student are real and understanding the research for how you can best support your mental health and well-being is key to your future success. In…

Event Series TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

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.

Event Series TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

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.

Event Series TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

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.

Interviewing and Negotiation for Academic Positions

Zoom

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…

Event Series TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

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.

Sloan Inclusive Leadership Workshop: What is Emotional Intelligence? – Marcus Brooks

Zoom

Emotional intelligence (often referred to as EQ) is defined as “a set of emotional and social skills that influence the way we perceive and express ourselves, develop and maintain social relationships, cope with challenges, and use emotional information in an effective and meaningful way” (Bar-On, 2006). Emotional intelligence as defined here and applied in the…

CV To Resume Workshop

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 PhD skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate. This webinar is open to all PhD students and postdocs. To Register For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu. Accessibility Requests We strive…

NextGen Professors

ILR Conference Center, King-Shaw Hall 140 Garden Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

NextGen Professors Power Mentoring Session with Dr. Corey Welch NextGen Professors is a career-development program focused on preparing Cornell graduate students and postdocs for faculty careers across institutional types. The primary audience for this program is doctoral students (in year three or beyond) and postdocs with a demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, inclusion, access, and…

Multicultural Academic Council (MAC) Public Keynote w/Dr. Corey Welch

G10 Biotechnology Building 526 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

Every year, the Multicultural Academic Council (MAC) Mentoring Program, in collaboration with the Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement (OISE) and other campus partners, hosts the MAC Public Keynote. The keynote talks provides our broader Cornell community the opportunity to learn from scholar-practitioners nationally recognized for their work on improving mentoring practices and academic culture,…

Event Series TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

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.

Sloan Inclusive Leadership Workshop: Inclusion and Belonging – Theoria Cason

Zoom

Facilitator: Theoria Cason   Identity is inextricably linked to power and privilege. Being aware of the power and privilege (or lack thereof) that comes with multiple identities is an important foundation for cultivating self-awareness as a leader. In this session you will learn about: the characteristics of oppression that are systemic within the academy and workplace culture,…

Coffee with the Dean

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

What’s on your mind? Chat about it with the Dean of the Graduate School, Kathryn Boor, over a free cup of joe. Share your questions about your grad school journey, learn more about the dean’s plans for enhancing the student experience, and make a connection with the leader of graduate education at Cornell, someone who…

Explore Careers Outside of Academia

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…

Information Session on the Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT)

Zoom

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 2023. Register online to attend an information session.

Sloan Inclusive Leadership Workshop: Inclusive Leadership Frameworks – Judy Rowe

Zoom

Facilitator: Judy Rowe While many leadership models exist to provide a framework for what truly effective leadership looks like, this module will identify a few that are indicative of successful, inclusive leadership – encompassing all the ways that we can be prepared to lead a multi-faceted, diverse team. We will take a look at these…

Bullying in the Academy: Public Talk on Workplace Bullying in Higher Education with Dr. Leah Hollis

Carrier Ballroom, Statler Hotel 130 Statler Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

The Inclusive Wellness Series Nearly 60 percent of higher education professionals have been impacted by bullying during their careers. The erosion in academic culture caused by workplace bullying and intimidation is only intensified when bullying occurs within structures of power and intersects with incidents of racism, sexism, and other forms of bias. In this talk,…

Multicultural Academic Council (MAC) Monthly Meeting

Topic: Mental Health at Cornell The Multicultural Academic Council is committed to ensuring that new graduate students, especially those from backgrounds historically underrepresented in academia, have the opportunity to form mentoring relationships to help them navigate academia and succeed in their professional and personal lives.

Building Mentorship Skills for Academic Careers

Online

In this series of remotely delivered workshops designed for current graduate students and postdocs and open to those in all fields, you will develop essential research mentoring skills, particularly for disciplines where research is conducted collaboratively. Effective mentoring of student research is a key skill influencing everything from research productivity to personal satisfaction. Learn best practices for mentorship of…

2023 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition

Zoom

Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a competition for doctoral students to develop and showcase their research communication skills. The 2023 final round competition will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2023. Register to attend and vote for the people's choice award. 3MT challenges research degree students to present a compelling story on their dissertation or…

Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Celebration

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

Join us at the Big Red Barn for an in-person reception following the virtual Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT) final round competition.  This event is open to the Cornell community and families and friends of the finalists and judges.  Light refreshments will be provided.

Art Exhibition (painting & drawing) at the Big Red Barn

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

Wanderers: Traditional art portraits and landscapes Art, like life, is a path full of twists and turns. Come see the drawings and paintings of two grad students and follow their journeys through art.    Complementary wine and light snacks provided!    Date: Thursday, April 13 Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm Location: Big Red Barn No RSVP required   To…

Graduate Karaoke Party at the Big Red Barn

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

Karaoke Party Join fellow grad students and BRB staff members to:   ·      Sing your favorite songs with new friends; ·      Participate in the contest and win a wireless microphone; ·      Grab a beer (or cider, or wine); ·      And, of course, have lots of fun!!!   The event will take place on Thursday, April 13 at 6:30 pm at Big Red Barn! Register here: https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0iTmhBTzs4mAmjk 

Event Series TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

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.

NextGen Professors

Topic: Pathways to Becoming an Inclusive Mentor  NextGen Professors is a career-development program focused on preparing Cornell graduate students and postdocs for faculty careers across institutional types. The primary audience for this program is doctoral students (in year three or beyond) and postdocs with a demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, inclusion, access, and equity in…

Sustainable Games & Crafts at the Big Red Barn

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

Games and Crafts Unwind alongside other grad students with an evening of board games and sustainable crafts! Pizza and drinks will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis!   Date: Wednesday, April 19  Time: 6PM-8PM  Location: Big Red Barn   

Building Allyship Series

The Building Allyship Series is a collaboration of the Graduate and Professional Student Diversity Council and the Graduate School Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement (OISE). This series provides an opportunity for members of the Cornell community to gain insights into the depth and breadth of identities and experiences represented within our graduate community and engage in productive dialogue…

Event Series TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

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.

Event Series TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

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.

Event Series TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

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.

Event Series TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday)

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

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.

NextGen Professors

NextGen Professors is a career-development program focused on preparing Cornell graduate students and postdocs for faculty careers across institutional types. The primary audience for this program is doctoral students (in year three or beyond) and postdocs with a demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, inclusion, access, and equity in academia, including but not limited to those…

Ph.D. Hooding Photos Prior to Recognition Ceremony

Barton Hall 117 Statler Drive, Ithaca, New York

The Graduate School invites our May Ph.D. graduates and their advisors to Barton Hall for the opportunity to have a professional photographer capture images of the ceremonial hooding prior to the formal Ph.D. Recognition Ceremony on May 27, 2023. Photos will be shared with graduates free of charge in the days following Commencement. The doctoral…

Event Series Academic Job Search Series

The Application Process for an Academic Job

Zoom

To kick off the 2023-2024 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, and how long the process takes. Bring your questions for an…

Event Series Summer Trivia

Summer Trivia at the Barn

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

Summer Trivia at the Barn 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! Thursday, 7:00pm-9:00pm

Event Series Summer TGIF at the Barn

Summer TGIF at the Barn

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday): 4:30pm-7pm 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.

Event Series Summer Trivia

Summer Trivia at the Barn

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

Summer Trivia at the Barn 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! Thursday, 7:00pm-9:00pm

Event Series Summer TGIF at the Barn

Summer TGIF at the Barn

Big Red Barn 135 Presidents Way, Ithaca, NY, United States

TGIF (Tell Grads It’s Friday): 4:30pm-7pm 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.

Event Series Academic Job Search Series

Writing a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Zoom

Come discuss how to approach writing the diversity statement sometimes requested as part of academic faculty or postdoctoral job applications. We will share examples and guidance from Cornell and other colleges and universities and prompt you to think about ways in which you do, or could, contribute to a university’s mission. Facilitators: Christine Holmes, Director…