Social & Behavioral Sciences

People who focus too much on money may sacrifice their humanity

In a series of six studies, researchers looked at how the pursuit of money affects the way people see themselves.

Podcast examines the psychobiology of love

“Love Science.” a new episode of the “What Makes Us Human” podcast series, explores the behavioral, psychological and neural components of love – and its loss.

Essentials

Lecture examines racism, sexism, class in Trump-era elections

Political scientist Brian Schaffner will examine the divisions widened by Trump’s presidential campaign and presidency and their impact on American politics, Nov. 12.

ILR interns explore ways autistic students can move from college to work

Two ILR School students worked this summer to smooth the transition for autistic students moving from college into the workforce.

Carrying out Ezra Cornell’s vision in teaching, research, practices

Faculty members discussed “Celebrating 150 Years of Ezra Cornell’s Promise: Reflections on What ‘…Any Person …Any Study’ Means” Oct. 30.

Eight faculty honored with Weiss teaching awards

Eight faculty members have received Stephen H. Weiss Awards for excellence in their teaching of undergraduate students and contributions to undergraduate education.

Arts and Sciences faculty approves new undergrad curriculum

Faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences approved a new undergraduate curriculum for students. Plans will soon be underway to implement it.

ILR event to feature alums in sports industry leadership

The commissioner of the NHL and other ILR School and Cornell alumni will headline the Cornell ILR Sports Leadership Summit Nov. 15 in New York City.

Global Grand Challenges event to spark faculty dialogue

Cross-campus gathering will focus on the biggest challenges facing the world, and help determine a theme on which the university will focus in the 2019-2020 academic year.