Summary Conflict between graduate students and faculty members occasionally arises. When conflicts occur, they can often be resolved through discussion that engages both parties who are directly involved. However, when such attempts are unsuccessful or in cases in which a graduate student feels the need for third party support in resolving a conflict with a…
Summary Fortunately, graduate/professional student injuries at Cornell are uncommon. Historically, less than 0.1% of Cornell graduate or professional students report an injury. Cornell’s robust network of support helps students who are injured—regardless of the circumstances—with academic, health, and financial issues. See our infographic fact sheet for more detailed information analyzing 2015-16. Workers’ compensation coverage is available…
Summary The Graduate School’s governing policy document, the Code of Legislation of the Graduate Faculty (Code), allows students to request exemptions from certain regulations by submitting a petition with convincing evidence that the petition is needed and warranted. Examples of typical petitions: Seeking additional time to complete a degree Extending the deadline to select a special committee Extending…
Summary Cornell University is committed to maintaining a bias-free climate based on civility, decency, and respect. Cornell University prohibits its faculty, administrative and academic staff members, postdocs, and undergraduate and graduate students from engaging in any form of prohibited discrimination protected-status, harassment, sexual harassment, and sexual assault/violence, and expects these individuals to refrain from committing…
Summary Cornell currently participates in two federally funded programs: the William D. Ford Direct Loan and the Federal Graduate PLUS loan. These programs are available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are matriculated toward the degree. Students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the United States or are ineligible for federal student…
