Announcements
February 11, 2013
In This Issue
Announcements
Workshops
Campus Jobs
Career Workshops
Featured Events
Fellowships
Resources
Upcoming Spring 2013 Deadlines
 
February 28:   

Last day to waive health insurance for spring entrants

 

March 8:
Drop period ends

March 16:
Spring break begins

March 25: 

Spring break ends

May 4: 
Last day of classes

May 25:  
PhD Hooding Ceremony

May 26:  
Commencement 

Big Red Barn 
 

February 12:

Meditation Mixer 

Trivia Night  

 

February 13:     

German Conversation 

Salsa Dance Lessons 

 

February 14:
Happy Valentine's Day!

Chocolate Festival  

 

February 15:
TGIF

 

February 16:

Speed Dating

Upcoming  

February 24:
Academy Awards Party
Announcements
New Requirement for International Travel 

To facilitate emergency communications and university emergency travel, Cornell University has created a secure website with NetID access for faculty, staff and students to record travel plans and contact information.

All graduate students traveling on university-related activities now must register their international travel plans before departure,
and graduate students traveling to high-risk countries must get approval for such travel from the International Travel Advisory and Response team (ITART).

Learn more about the travel registry:  http://travelregistry.cornell.edu/
From the Registrar:   

Using a course enrollment petition to add a class

Now that the add period has ended, please use the course enrollment petition to add a class. 

Drop period continues until March 8

The drop period for Spring 2013 continues through March 8. During this period, students can drop courses. Visit your student center to drop classes.    

 

Commencement Packet Information (with severe weather tickets)    

 

PhD, MA, or MS student hoping to participate in the May 2013 Commencement Ceremony can pick up commencement packets in 143 Caldwell Hall starting Feb. 20thOther professional degree students can obtain their packets from their appropriate College Registrar (AAP, Arts & Sciences, CALS, Engineering, Hotel, Human Ecology, or ILR).

 

Information about commencement, including a link to the form for requesting names in the program, is available on the Graduate School's website at http://www.gradschool.cornell.edu/commencement.

 

Liu Memorial Award and Daisy Yen Wu Scholarship Candidates Sought

The Graduate School is pleased to announce two awards for doctoral students: the Liu Memorial Award and the Daisy Yen Wu Scholarship. The Liu Memorial Award was established by friends and colleagues in memory of the late Professor Ta-Chung Liu and his wife, Ya-Chao. The Hsien Wu and Daisy Yen Wu Scholarship was established by Daisy Yen Wu in memory of Hsien Wu. A total of 8 to 10 awards will be made from these two funds this May. The amount of each award will be determined by the selection committee. Past awards have ranged from $1,000 to $3,000.

Learn more...

Bring it Forward: Speak Out Against Bias & Report It    

http://biasconcerns.cornell.edu 

 

Christine Holmes has been named the bias reporting liaison for the Graduate School and the Office of Postdoctoral Studies.  The primary goal of Cornell's Bias Reporting Program is to respond to bias activity by advising the university community of the occurrence of bias incidents and crimes, providing support-related resources to individuals who have experienced bias activity, and developing programs that will help to prevent or eliminate bias activity.

 

Each college and major employment unit at Cornell will receive reports of bias activity through the Department of Inclusion and Workplace Diversity (DIWD).  The bias liaison will report the bias incident and/or act as a case liaison for bias incidents reported through the case management system (Maxient).

 

Please contact Christine Holmes ([email protected]) or the bias liaison in your department (a full list of bias reporting liaison can be found: https://www.hr.cornell.edu/diversity/reporting/) regarding any bias incident in which you are the target or you are a witness. Please note the existing channels of supervisors and human resources are still available.  If there is an immediate risk to life or property call C.U.P.D. at 911, 607-255-111 and Gannett Health Services at 607-255-5155. 

New - Fireside Chats  

 

Mondays from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. in the Big Red Barn.   

 

We provide the topic and pizza.  YOU bring the content.  Join Janna Lamey, Assistant Dean for Graduate Student Life, and Jan Allen, Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, for a lively discussion with your colleagues.  

 

Topics will provoke conversation as well as opportunities to connect and network.  Our goal is to help you gain both perspective and strategies to help you succeed.  Confidentiality is expected.  Please register, as attendance is limited to 20 students each session.  More information and to register is found:  http://www.gradschool.cornell.edu/life-cornell/student-life-workshops or Janna Lamey ([email protected])   

  • February 18: Partners (partners are welcome to attend)- How do I engage with the special people in my life?  What impact does my academic life have on my relationships?   
  • February 25: Power
  • March 4: Mentors 
  • March 11: Money 
  • March 18: Spring Break - no session 
  • March 25: Stress  
Workshops:

Financial Literacy Special Session:  Wise Use of Credit  

Date and time: Thursday, February 21st, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.  

Location:  229 ILR Conference Center

 

Maintaining good credit is more than just paying off your balance.  Knowing your resources along with being able to identify your needs versus wants is just one part of the equation.   

Understand the different credit resources that are available.  Learn how to obtain and interpret your credit report and score, along with practical ways to improve your score.  Mr. Gary Thurber, Certified Consumer Credit Counselor and Educator from ClearPoint Credit Counseling Solutions, is the presenter.   

 

To register for the event (by 2/19) and to find out more about ClearPoint, please go to: http://www.gradschool.cornell.edu/life-cornell/cornell-resources/financial-management 

Master Your Future:  

Mastering Your Productivity Researching & Reading Scientific Papers

 

Date and time:   Monday, February 18 at 5:00p.m.

Location:           Olin 155

RSVP:                www.engineering.cornell.edu/dpe-rsvp

*Light Refreshments will be Served

 

We welcome graduate and undergraduate students across academic fields to join us for this panel discussion on strategies for how to maximize your productivity researching and reading scientific papers.

During this program you will learn strategies on how to:

  • Select articles based on quality, importance, and relevance to your work
  • Read in layers
  • Take notes
  • Use a reference manager
  • and many other useful techniques

Sponsored by: Diversity Programs in Engineering with support from Shell

 

Communicating Science 2013

 

Applications are now open (http://workshop.astrobites.com/) for the Communicating Science 2013 workshop, to be held in Cambridge, MA on June 13-15th, 2013.  Graduate students at US institutions in all fields of science and engineering are encouraged to apply.  The application will close on March 1st.

Participants will build the communication skills that technical professionals need to express complex ideas to their peers, experts in other fields, and the general public.

 

The workshop will be held in Cambridge, MA June 13-15th and is free of charge to attend. Funding is available to pay for travel expenses and accommodations for 30 out-of-state students.

 

Learn more... 

Special Workshops on Assessment (with Pizza!)

Center for Teaching Excellence events for Graduate students, future Educators, and Teaching assistants pursuing Scholarship and Excellence in Teaching (GET SET)

 

Grading Without Losing Your Mind

Tuesday, February 12, 12:00-1:00 p.m.

421 Computing and Communications Center (CCC)

 

Part of the GET SET "Pizza, Cookies, and Conversation" discussion series; informal conversations organized by Center for Teaching Excellence fellows.

 

Please RSVP to [email protected]

 

What Do I Want My Students to Learn? Identifying Learning Outcomes as the Basis for Instruction and Assessment

Thursday, February 14, 1:00-2:15 p.m.

105 Kennedy Hall

 

Interested in developing a course? Creating learning outcomes and aligning these with assignments and assessments is an effective place to start. This GET SET workshop introduces key steps for designing learning outcomes.


Limited space available, please sign up online

 

Grading Effectively

Friday, February 22, 1:00-2:15 p.m.

141 Plant Science

 

How do you assign grades, devise a grading rubric and grade in a fair, consistent way? A course grade reflects student competency and mastery of the material. This GET SET workshop will discuss components of grading students' understanding and mastery of the course material.

 

Limited space available, please sign up online

 

Learn more...

Future Faculty Webinars from CU-CIRTL

 

Teaching in Diverse Classrooms 

Wednesday, February 20, 2:00-3:00 p.m. (Coffee and refreshments at 1:45 p.m.)

341 Caldwell Hall

 

What teaching methods or approaches can make STEM classrooms more open to stimulating participation from students with a wide diversity of perspectives and life experiences? Enjoy coffee, snacks a group viewing of this interactive online discussion sponsored by the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning (CU-CIRTL) or log in from your own computer.


Panelists:
A. T. Miller, Ph.D., Associate Vice Provost for Academic Diversity Initiatives and Senior Lecturer, Department of English, Cornell University
Yanqiao Chen
, Undergraduate in the Department of Chemistry, Physics and Chemistry Teaching Assistant and Tutor, and McNair Scholar, Cornell University

Learn more...

 

Service Learning in STEM Disciplines 

 
Tuesday, February 19, 2013, 12:00-1:00 p.m. (Pizza and beverages at 11:45 a.m.)

 

341 Caldwell Hall
  
This webinar will introduce how to set up a service-learning course that addresses: 1) the academic learning objectives of a course in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) disciplines, 2) the personal development of the students, and 3) the needs of the community.  Join a group viewing with lunch sponsored by CU-CIRTL, or log in from your own computer
  
Presented by: 
Anna Karls, Associate Professor and Graduate Coordinator, Department of Microbiology, University of Georgia 
Paul Matthews, Assistant Director, Office of Service Learning, University of Georgia 

Learn more...


Campus Job Opportunities:

Assistant Residential Hall Director (ARHD)

 

The ARHD is a graduate or professional student position designed to contribute to the overall mission of Residential Programs in creating an exceptional on-campus living experience for residential students. 

 

The ARHD position is a 15-hour/week, live-in position in a first-year or Program House community.  Benefits include:  on-campus furnished living space with telephone and ResNet (August through May); Stipend of $2,000 (1st academic year), $2,500 (2nd academic year), and $3,000 (3rd academic year);  Partial tuition credit:  $5,000/year ($2,500/semester); Big Red Bucks: $800/year ($400/semester); Gym membership; bus pass.  Applications are due March 8, 2013.  More information is found: 

http://www.campuslife.cornell.edu/campuslife/resprog/arhd.cfm

 

Career Services:

Job/Internship Search for International Students

 

Date and time: Monday, February 11, 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
Location: Uris Hall Auditorium, G01

No RSVP required.


Are you an international student considering applying for internships during your studies, or preparing to enter the job market in the U.S., in your home country, or elsewhere?

 

Have you wondered about the job search culture and process in the U.S. or in other countries?  If so, come attend this free workshop, sponsored by Cornell Career Services and the International Students and Scholars Office.

  
Here you will learn about how to conduct an independent job/internship search, gain work experience and network.

 

Anne Poduska, ([email protected]) and Craig Jones ([email protected]), Cornell Career Services.


Preparing for the Career Fair: Approaches for Grad Students and Postdocs
Tuesday February 12, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
401 Physical Science Building

This workshop will assist you in how to prepare and present yourself at any career fair.

Learn more:  
http://www.gradschool.cornell.edu/event/prepare-career-fair-visit?date=2013-02-10/week&event_delta=

 

  

Interviewing Via Phone or Skype: Nuances You Need to Know

Wednesday, Feb 13, 2013 at 4:45 p.m. in 105 Ives   

Learn more: http://www.career.cornell.edu/events/calendar.cfm?event=592&view=future&y=2013&m=2&d=3
 

  

Upcoming Career Fairs

Virtual Career Fair for Graduate Students and Postdocs

Tuesday, February 19

Learn more: http://gradtalent.careereco.net/students-alumni/virtual-career-fair-registration/

 

Non-Profit and Government Career Fair

Thursday, Feb 21, 2013 at 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM 
Ballroom, Statler Hotel

Learn more:  http://www.career.cornell.edu/events/calendar.cfm?event=678&view=future&y=2013&m=2&d=3  

 

European Career Fair Day @ MIT

February 23-25, 2013

Learn more:  http://www.euro-career.com/  

 

All-Ivy Environmental and Sustainable Development Career Fair

Friday, Mar 1 10-3 pm, Columbia University in NYC

Learn more:  http://www.career.cornell.edu/events/calendar.cfm?event=714&view=daily&y=2013&m=3&d=1  

VersatilePhD Discussion: Careers in NonProfits for STEM PhDs

February 18-22

 

Learn about this satisfying career path from STEM PhDs currently employed in the nonprofit sector. Discussion takes place February 18-22 on the Versatile PhD website in the STEM Forum. Visit http://versatilephd.com/ go to the STEM Forum, read the Panelist Introductions, and ask whatever questions you may have.

 

Featured Events:
Darwin Days Trivia Night

Date and time: Tuesday, February 12, 8:00 p.m.
Location: Big Red Barn  
 

How much trivia is in your brain? Get your Friends together and compete for prizes while enjoying refreshments!

 

Teams can include up to 6 people. 
I P & Pizza
 
February 20th from 12:00-1:30 p.m. in G01 Biotech
 
Learn when you should disclose your invention to CCTEC - Cornell's technology transfer office and how the America Invents Act (AIA) affects disclosing and publishing your work. Plus, get a chance to ask questions of our speaker and CCTEC professionals during this town-hall style event. 
 
Pizza, salad, and drinks will be served.

RSVP to [email protected]
Swinging at the Lincoln!

Cornell University Jazz Ensemble presents an evening of big band swing for enjoyment and dance. 

Dance lesson at 7:00 p.m.
Dancing from 8:00 - 11:00 p.m.

Learn more... 

How To Help A Friend

 

Date and time: Tuesday, Feb 12th 4:30 - 5:30pm

Location:  5th Floor Lounge, Willard Straight Hall

 

Graduate school can be often a stressful time, noticing distress and knowing what to say and do can make a difference.  Join Catherine Thrasher Carroll from Health Promotions and Cornell Mind Matters for a one hour workshop on what to look for if a friend is in distress, how to respond and what resources are available. The amazing and very powerful video "Friend2Friend" filmed at Cornell, will be shown. All students are welcome.

Sexual Assault Support Group (for women)

Begins February 12

 

Women who have experienced unwanted sexual contact and/or other forms of sexual trauma are encouraged to consider whether this private and confidential support group may be helpful to them. 

 

The group will be a space for women who have experienced sexual assault in recent months or years to gain support from one another and explore ways to heal in the aftermath of an assault.

 

This 10-week group is open to undergraduate, graduate and professional female students beginning February 12, 2013 and will continue through spring semester. 

 

Meeting time is Tuesdays from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. Once started, the group will be closed to new members.  Call CAPS (255-5155) to discuss joining this group or accessing individual support.

 
Grants and Fellowships:

FULBRIGHT PROGRAMS 2014/15

 

Information sessions on the Fulbright U.S. Student Program and the Fulbright-Hays DDRA Program 2014-15. The programs afford research and teaching in over 155 countries. Countries vary in competitiveness. There is no minimum GPA for the Fulbright U.S. Student program.          

 

Date and venue: Tuesday, February 12, 4:30pm - G08 Uris Hall            

 

Contact [email protected] or visit http://einaudi.cornell.edu/fulbright_program 

 

Organized by the Mario Einaudi Center for International Studies.  

Call for Papers

Graduate Student Conference at Northwestern University  

InfoSocial 2013: Bridging Media, Technology and Social Science

 

 

InfoSocial is a student-run conference dedicated to showcasing graduate student research that is theoretically engaging, methodologically sound, and socially relevant. We welcome submissions that engage multiple ways of thinking as well as a wide range of methodologies.  

 

Important Information:

Extended abstract submission deadline: March 20, 2013

Acceptance notification date: May 15, 2013

Conference Dates: October 25-26, 2013

Location: Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois  

 

Conference URL: http://bit.ly/InfoSocial2013CFP 

Email: [email protected]

To submit, please visit http://bit.ly/InfoSocialSubmit and upload an extended abstract with a maximum of 500 words.

 

 

USDA Postdoctoral Positions

 

Completing your Ph.D.? Apply for our Postdoctoral Positions: https://www.usajobs.gov/JobSearch/Search/GetRefineControlResults?Keyword=USDA+ARS+postdoctoral 

 

For all USDA Vacancies: https://usda.usajobs.gov/ 

 

For student and summer position information visit:   http://www.ars.usda.gov/careers/docs.htm?docid=1345 and APPLY ABOVE.

 

 

Resources:

Office Hours with Assistant Dean of Student Life, Janna Lamey

 

During the spring term, Assistant Dean Lamey is hosting open office hours for students. Stop by to say hello or to chat about:  

  • Getting additional academic support
  • Assistance in navigating your educational program
  • Referrals to campus services
  • Supporting your personal development
  • An ear to listen when you feel stressed!

 

Office hours are scheduled for the following times and venues:

  • Mondays, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., in 384 Caldwell Hall
  • Thursdays, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m., in the Big Red Barn.  

 

If you prefer to meet at other times, please contact her at [email protected] or 5-5184.   


Tax Information for Fellowship and Assistantship Recipients

At the graduate level, all fellowships and assistantship stipends are considered taxable income by the IRS and by New York State.  Each student is responsible for determining how the tax law applies to his or her own situation. 

More information about taxes and links to the International Revenue Service (IRS) website are provided by Cornell at http://www.dfa.cornell.edu/dfa/tax/students/issuesfaq.cfm

For questions that are not answered by information on the website, students may contact Cornell's Tax Compliance office in the Division of Financial Affairs using the web form available at http://www.dfa.cornell.edu/tax/contact.cfm.
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