Charles Walcott appointed university ombudsman

Charles Walcott, former dean of the university faculty and professor emeritus of neurobiology and behavior, has been named university ombudsman, President David Skorton announced June 13. (June 13, 2011)

CU's HR leadership recognized for work-life best practices

Mary George Opperman and Lynette Chappell-Williams received a national work-life award June 13 for their 'extraordinary contributions as work-life practitioners, leaders and innovators.' (June 13, 2011)

Janna Lamey and Nianne VanFleet receive awards for dedicated service

Two staff members, one from the College of Veterinary Medicine and one from Gannett Health Services, were recognized recently for their excellence with a George Peter Award for Dedicated Service. (June 2, 2011)

Thirty-three Cornell staff members graduate from area colleges, universities

Thirty-three Cornell staff members were recognized by President Skorton for attaining degrees in higher education, May 24 at Friends Hall at the 15th annual staff graduate reception. (May 26, 2011)

CARE Fund facing an emergency of its own

The CARE Fund is seeking donations from members of the Cornell community to help faculty or staff experiencing sudden financial hardship due to an unforeseen or unavoidable event. (May 26, 2011)

Former Borders VP named director of The Cornell Store

Pat Wynn, former vice president for Borders sales promotion, was named director of The Cornell Store, reporting to Thomas Romantic, senior director of supply channel management and business services. (May 26, 2011)

Transportation Services transitions to new software

While Transportation Services implements new software soon after Memorial Day to enable customers to use enhanced services, its permit, payment and transit pass services will be limited. (May 25, 2011)

New book helps staff members identify, and comfort, students in need of support

Some 3,000 copies of a new handbook to help employees recognize and respond to student stress are being distributed to all staff members who have contact with students. (May 19, 2011)

Cornell Child Care Center receives top national accreditation

The Cornell Child Care Center received top scores and accreditation from early education's highest national mark of quality, the National Association for the Education of Young Children. (May 10, 2011)