Cornell University Graduate School -- Thesis Advisor

Thesis Advisor
Pattie Place
Thesis Advisor
125 Caldwell Hall
607-255-5828
E-mail

Hours:
Mon., Tues., Thurs.:
9 a.m. to noon; 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Wed. and Fri.:
9 a.m. to noon; no afternoon hours

2010 Deadlines:
Dissertations and theses must be submitted and approved by the Thesis Advisor by:
Jan. 8, noon
May 7, noon

Conferral dates:
Feb. 1
May 30

New digital submission tool now available
NOTE: Please read the Graduation Manager Instructions before logging on.

The Graduate School has launched Graduation Manager, a new online tool that allows students to submit theses and dissertations online. Graduation Manager, formerly known as Thesis Manager, replaces eCommons for the digital submission process by allowing students to upload PDF documents. It also replaces the current degree information card submission process, folding these tasks into one easy-to-use tool.

Students approaching degree conferral should contact the Thesis Advisor with questions.

Thesis, dissertation seminars
The Thesis Advisor conducts free seminars about preparing a thesis or dissertation for graduate students, faculty and staff, and offers a packet containing a range of valuable information. Click here to download the workshop packet PDF. For more information, send e-mail to thesis@cornell.edu.

Formatting guidelines and templates

Doctoral Dissertation and Master's Thesis Guide:
Formatting, Production, and Submission Requirements (PDF)

Newly updated step by step instructions for producing and submitting your bound dissertation or thesis, including administrative requirements for graduation.

Templates:
Introduction (Dissertation .doc)
Introduction (Thesis .doc)
Chapters and text body (Papers option .doc)
Chapters and text body (Non-papers option .doc)
LaTeX templates

Typists, editors and couriers:
The Thesis Advisor maintains a resource list. Click to download (PDF 19K)

Steps to completion -- forms you'll need

Ph.D.

* For non-registered students only

Master's

Optional forms:

Designation of Proxy for Examinations/Thesis Approval (PDF)
General Petition (PDF)

Useful links:

General information

Note to unregistered students

If you will not be registered when you defend your thesis or dissertation, or you're not registered during the preparation process, please contact your Graduate Student Service Representative (GSSR).

Working with the Thesis Advisor

The Thesis Advisor of the Graduate School must approve the final format of a thesis or dissertation before it is copied and presented for final submission to the Graduate School.

Students should consult with the Thesis Advisor, as necessary, during the dissertation and thesis preparation process. The Thesis Advisor is available during posted office hours for advice on standards and requirements and will confer with students at any stage of dissertation or thesis preparation. Students with questions can contact the Thesis Advisor by phone (255-5828) or by e-mail (thesis@cornell.edu).