DPW 2021 is being held in a two-tiered format, with different itineraries and workshops planned for students interested in either learning about graduate school or practicing the graduate school application process. Tier 1, which took place June 10-11 this year, was a broad introduction to the graduate school application process, serving as a chance for virtual attendants to learn about what graduate school is like. Tier 2, which takes place September 17-18, focuses on helping attendants practice the graduate school application process, with specific focus on applying to study at Cornell University.

DPW 2021 Tier 2 schedule:

Tier 2 will take place from September 17-18, 2021. In addition, in the week after Tier 2 (Sept 18-25), participants will meet individually with Cornell grad student mentors, to receive one-on-one feedback on their CV and Personal Statement.
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Friday September 17, 2021 (11am - 6pm EST)
  • Introduction & DGS Panel (11am-12pm)
    A welcome presentation & panel-style discussion with Directors of Graduate Studies (from each department), about applying to graduate schools and how applications are reviewed.
  • Workshop: How to Interview (12:30pm-1:30pm)
    An overview of the interview process from student and faculty perspectives.
  • One-on-One Faculty Interviews (2pm-5pm)
    Participants will meet with Cornell faculty one by one for practice interviews.
  • Social: Grads, Post-Docs, Faculty (5pm-6pm)
    A casual virtual event for participants to connect with members of the Cornell community.

Saturday September 18, 2021 (12:30pm - 3pm EST)
  • Social: Lunch with Cornell Grads (12:30pm-1:15pm)
    A virtual lunch after the morning workshop, where participants can speak to Cornell graduate students about their experiences (academic or otherwise) in Ithaca and beyond.
  • Workshop: Diversity and Inclusion in Academia (1:30pm-3pm)
    A presentation and discussion of how diversity and inclusion come up during graduate school applications, including interviews and selecting a lab.