Political influence unveiled in 'Koch effect' lecture April 12

Theda Skocpol, Cornell's A.D. White Professor-at-Large, talk on "The Koch Effect: The Impact of a Cadre-Let Network on American Politics and Public Policy" April 12 on campus.

Study: Some frogs are adapting to deadly pathogen

Some populations of frogs are rapidly adapting to a fungal pathogen that has decimated many populations for close to half a century and causes the disease chytridiomycosis, according to a new study.

Do the right thing: Moral sticklers seen as more trustworthy

Following moral rules such as "don't kill innocent people" sends a powerful social signal that you are trustworthy, new Cornell research suggests.

China & Asia-Pacific Studies Program celebrates 10 years

The China and Asia-Pacific Studies (CAPS) Program at Cornell observed its 10th anniversary April 1, when Arts and Sciences Dean Gretchen Ritter and others visited Beijing.

Media studies at Cornell ask questions of culture

The emerging field of media studies embraces computer science, the physical sciences, psychology, fine arts, history, sociology and literature.

ISS wraps up 'creativity' project

The Institute for the Social Sciences recently concluded theme project tackled tried to learn how sociologists, psychologists, economists and others struggle to understand one another.

Memorial concert April 18 to honor composer Steven Stucky

A memorial concert for composer and emeritus professor of music Steven Stucky will be held Monday, April 18, at 8 p.m. in Barnes Hall Auditorium, followed by a reception.

Cornell student actors bring prisoners' writings to life

Bruce Levitt, professor of performing and media arts, directs four Cornell students in a production of work by prisoners in Auburn Correctional Facility April 14-16.

Philosophy's Chignell edits book on ethical eating

Andrew Chignell, associate professor of philosophy, and two co-editors have produced a new book, “Philosophy Comes to Dinner: Arguments about the Ethics of Eating.”