Gray Fellows Program

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Onboarding Checklists and Tools

Find printable checklists, sample timelines, travel guidance, and quick links to policies, tech support, and community platforms to help you stay organized throughout your Gray Fellowship onboarding.

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Onboarding

Start here to complete onboarding steps, access required forms, and find essential Gray Fellows resources.

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Onboarding & Summer Institute Preparation

Theory U Group Conversation

As part of the fellowship experience, Nicole Taylor and Marie McCormick of the Presencing Institute will facilitate a small-group Theory U conversation via Zoom. These 60-minute sessions (5-6 fellows per group) are designed to help build community, set intentions, and begin reflecting on your leadership journey before Summer Institute.

No preparation is required. Please plan to join from a location where you can give your full attention for the duration of the conversation.

📅 Due: June 27
🔗 Theory U Availability Form

Tell Us About Yourself

Complete the intake form so we can learn more about you and prepare for a successful fellowship experience. The form includes your professional bio, school information, and any accommodations you may need.

📅 Due: June 30
🔗 Gray Fellows Intake Form

Stipend

Gray Fellows receive a $500 stipend for participation in the fellowship. To ensure timely processing of your stipend, please complete and submit the following documents:

Required Documents

  • Services Rendered Form
  • W-9
  • Hunter College Consent & Release Form

📤 Submit all documents here: Stipend Materials Upload Form

Important Deadlines

A quick reference for key onboarding tasks and upcoming deadlines.

June 27

Theory U Group Conversation Availability Form Due

Sign up for your Theory U group conversation with Nicole Taylor and Marie McCormick.

June 30

Gray Fellows Intake Form Due

Submit your professional bio, school information, and accommodation requests.

As soon as possible

Stipend Paperwork

Submit your documents

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