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For graduating Ph.D.s, a final lesson in diversity and inclusion

Deputy Provost David Harris had one more vital piece of instruction for Cornell's freshly minted group of doctors of philosophy at the Ph.D. recognition ceremony in Barton Hall on May 24. (May 25, 2008)

Trustee Kip Kiplinger '39 is 'flabbergasted' by gift overlooking site of his 1939 oratory

Among those gathered was President Emeritus Frank H.T. Rhodes, who said of the dedication, 'This is a wonderful opportunity to honor Kip for a life of devotion and service to Cornell.' (May 24, 2008)

From grandmother, 90, to son, 2, an 'extended village' of graduates' families experience the glow

From one graduate's 90-year-old grandmother to the 2-year-old son of Ph.D. recipients, the extended families of graduating Cornellians came together on the Arts Quad, May 24. (May 24, 2008)

MBAs with global experience, not forgetting the alligator, graduate at Johnson School

Dean L. Joseph Thomas and MBA program class officers in the Class of 2008 celebrated global achievements at the Johnson Schools 61st commencement ceremony, May 24 in Newman Arena. (May 24, 2008)

Courage is the most important virtue, says writer and civil rights activist Maya Angelou at Convocation

The Pulitzer Prize-nominated writer, actress and civil rights activist exhorted the Class of 2008 during Convocation May 24 to practice courage, and to make the world better. (May 24, 2008)

Class of 2008 gift rings in a record breaker in class participation

The senior class garnered donations from a record-breaking 53 percent of the class, with a total of $66,402 raised. The check was presented during Senior Convocation, May 24. (May 24, 2008)

Two Cornell Army ROTC cadets receive first salutes as commissioned officers

In a May 24 ceremony, Christopher Estela and David Zielinski were sworn into duty with the rank of second lieutenant, received their colors and their first salute as officers. (May 24, 2008)

Stewart J. Schwab reappointed Allan R. Tessler Dean of the Law School

Stewart J. Schwab, professor of law at Cornell Law School and a specialist in labor and employment law, has been reappointed the Allan R. Tessler Dean of the Law School. (May 23, 2008)

Terence Bates receives New York Wine and Grape Foundation Research Award

The research associate in Cornell's Department of Horticultural Sciences at the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva, N.Y., was recognized for 'major contributions in research and education.' (May 23, 2008)

On issues of energy, environment and climate, Cornell experts say they have a leading role to play

Energy, the environment and climate change and Cornell's role in working on these issues were the focus of the daylong Program Council conference, May 7. (May 23, 2008)

Find the help you want with Cornell's new Outreach Portal

Cornell's new Outreach Portal makes it easier for those outside the campus to find helpful programs and easier for program managers to publicize their services. (May 23, 2008)

Matchmaker, matchmaker: Make me a (professional) match

The recently designed intercampus Web site includes a matchmaking service to forge research connections between Cornell's Ithaca and New York City campuses. (May 23, 2008)