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What fuels our fear of missing out?

Worrying about the consequences of missing group activities, especially when they involve social bonding, heightens the “fear of missing out,” according to new research from the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business.

Short films from PMA course selected for festivals

Three short documentaries produced in a Rural Humanities Seminar, taught by PMA Associate Professor Austin Bunn, are headed to film festivals this fall. 

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Biomarker may predict immunotherapy response in liver cancer

A study from Weill Cornell Medicine provides new insights into a pair of proteins and their opposing functions in regulating the interferon response in hepatic stellate cells, a critical immune component in the liver’s fight against tumors.

Kotlikoff’s State of the University applies perspective of history

Interim President Michael I. Kotlikoff invoked history – Cornell’s and his own – in his first State of the University address, delivered Oct. 18 in Call Auditorium during the Trustee-Council Annual Meeting.

Winter Session 2025 registration is now open

Online Winter Session classes run January 2–18, 2025.

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Belnick presidential forum focuses on election and democracy’s future

Four political experts will discuss “The 2024 Election and the Future of American Democracy” in this year’s Belnick Family LaFeber/Lowi Presidential Forum.

Ceriale family foundation $20M gift will support student mental health

The Ceriale Center for Cornell Health will be named in recognition of the major gift from Cornellian parents John and Melissa Ceriale.

How to get Democrats, Republicans to strengthen democracy

A “megastudy” that surveyed more than 32,000 Democrats and Republicans identified effective strategies for reducing political polarization in the U.S.

ASL program offers performance series, welcomes new faculty

The Linguistics department is also offering three events this semester as part of its ASL Performance Series, with the next one on Oct. 24.

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How zoning can reshape communities – this time for better

In a new book, “Key to the City: How Zoning Shapes Our World,” Sara Bronin reveals zoning’s impact and how it can be harnessed for good.

Public safety ambassadors safeguard campus

A new team of unarmed security professionals is supporting the campus community with daily functions that don’t require police officers, such as giving directions, managing crowds and escorting visitors.

Things to do: Insectapalooza, nature walk, music and storytelling

The creepy crawlies are king at Insectapalooza this weekend, but there are many other things to do across campus this week, from events to help you find balance and mindfulness to a musical duo that weaves traditional storytelling into their performances.