Through intentional programming and training, DPE assists the college in understanding, appreciating, and celebrating Cornell's rich cultural diversity. We offer services and programs that enrich the graduate experience with advising, leadership and professional development. In addition, we have several social events throughout the year that helps to connect all students in friendly and casual environments. We welcome you to explore our program offerings for our graduate and PhD students. You're sure to find something that interests you. You can also check out the current full calendar of events for other programs which you are always welcome to attend.
For additional information on Graduate programs and financial resources, please contact Professor Rick Allmendinger, Associate Dean of Diversity, 607.255.0735. Or check out our Diversity Programs in Engineering for Graduate Students brochure.
AGEP - Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP) is a network of universities dedicated to increasing the number of underrepresented minorities (URM) obtaining graduate degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Through funding made available from the Central New York-Puerto Rico (CNY-PR) AGEP, Cornell offers AGEP Fellowships to incoming URM PhD students during the summer prior to the students formally beginning their graduate programs. The CU AGEP Fellowship includes funding for a summer research program that provides CU AGEP Fellows with the opportunity to work with distinguished faculty and staff as well as network with others in their fields of interest. Through one-to-one partnerships with research mentors, CU AGEP Fellows further their theoretical knowledge and practical training in academic research and scientific experimentation. Additionally, by participating in the summer research program, CU AGEP Fellows have an early opportunity to develop a network of relationships, acclimate to the campus culture, and learn about the wealth of resources available for research at Cornell.
Master Your Future - The Master Your Future (MYF) programs are graduate level professional development programs coordinated by the DPE office and sometimes in conjunction with other Engineering Student Services offices. Workshop topics include the ins and outs of publishing, preparing a curriculum vitae, mastering your A and B exams, strategies for completing your dissertation, and many other specific topics of interest to graduate students. Refreshments are always provided!
Sloan Lunches - A weekly group mentoring event providing an opportunity for CU Sloan Fellows and CU Sloan Faculty Mentors to gather over a meal to discuss topics of interest.
Company Information Sessions - Information sessions coordinated through DPE are opportunities for corporate representatives and non-profit organizations to network with graduate engineering students. Content presented in these sessions may include summer internships and full-time employment opportunities, as well as professional development topics. Refreshments are always served.
First Friday Dinners - Occurring on the first Friday of every month during the academic year, these dinners are an evening professional development opportunity where corporate representatives, faculty, and university administrators may network with undergraduate and graduate students on an informal basis. First Friday Dinners typically take place in a facility adjoining one of the university's dining halls. For First Friday Dinners not underwritten by corporate sponsors, DPE subsidizes the cost of dinner for students who do not have a university meal plan. Concluding the dinner are often exciting raffles as well as student or DPE led activities.
Social & Coffee Hours - Held on a weekly basis, Social & Coffee Hours are a social, networking, educational opportunity for undergraduate and graduate engineering students. DPE frequently invites corporate representatives, non-profit organizations, engineering faculty, administrative staff, and university professionals to speak informally with students about resources and services. On several occasions we also invite Cornell Engineering alum for "Lunch & Learn" sessions where students can hear about career and academic opportunities beyond Cornell. A continental breakfast is offered on Fridays when DPE hosts late morning Coffee Hours. Lunch meals are provided on those Fridays designated for mid-day Social Hours.
Student Professional Organization Events - Our office also supports several engineering student organizations that sponsor various programs throughout the year. Membership and programming is open to all Cornell engineering students. For those graduate and PhD students who may have participated in these organizations in their undergraduate year, you may find them a great opportunity to network with and serve as mentors to undergraduates. You can find out more about these events through their respective Cornell chapter websites.
Engineering Graduate Student Association - Though not officially sponsored by the DPE office, the Engineering Graduate Student Association (EGSA) is another resource whose services and events are open to graduate and PhD students. The EGSA is organized and operates exclusively for educational and scientific purposes. These purposes are specifically:
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To promote and increased knowledge of and greater interest in the scientific community.
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To promote greater interest in science and engineering.
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To promote educational, professional and social interactions among engineering graduate students and faculty.
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