Spring break, Arab Spring and parental consent

Practicing Arabic in Cornell's Language House, students planned Spring Break research in an Arab Spring democracy - until terrorists attacked their destination.

Rawlings Scholars display an array of research

Examining social movements to Facebook addiction, more than 50 graduating seniors showcased their research prowess at the 2015 Senior Expo for the Hunter R. Rawlings III Cornell Presidential Research Scholars.

Groundbreaking China documentaries being released

On May 4, Cornell’s Program on Ethics and Public Life (EPL) began releasing a series of online documentaries showcasing the diverse, sometimes clashing views of leading China scholars on “Where Is China Headed?”

Things to Do, May 1-8, 2015

Events this week include a new exhibition on Cornellians' impact on Tompkins County; a jazz concert with Joshua Redman; a film and panel discussion on sexual assault and a Korean Festival.

Austin Bunn's story collection takes us to 'The Brink'

Austin Bunn, assistant professor in performing and media arts, has written a short story collection, "The Brink," that deals with "world-shattering" changes.

Moviemakers say it is still all about the story

Three alumni filmmakers discussed the pros and cons of the latest moviemaking technologies during a Charter Day Weekend event April 25.

Mary Katzenstein honored for prison education program

After 40 years of leadership, teaching and scholarship at Cornell, Mary Fainsod Katzenstein retires in May. At an April 22, event she was honored for her work with the Cornell Prison Education Program.

Students present wide range of humanities research

Research presented at the humanities undergraduate showcase April 23 tackled the linguistics of lying, the architecture of Rio de Janeiro and violence against native Alaskan women, among other things.

Alumni take on journalism in the age of Twitter and data

A Charter Day Weekend panel discussion explored how technological shifts, and changes in how audiences consume information, have affected the worlds of media and journalism.