Panelists debate legality of American drone strikes

Panelists Michael Lewis and Mary Ellen O'Connell took on the question of the legality of American drone strikes in the Lund Critical Debate Nov. 21 on campus.

Hotels' green efforts don’t affect revenues

Studying 9,000 hotels, two Cornell researchers conclude that the hotel industry's effort to implement sustainability don't affect their revenues.

Book explores role of foreign aid in Africa

“Democratic Trajectories in Africa: Unraveling the Impact of Foreign Aid,” co-edited by Professor Nicolas van de Walle, explores whether foreign aid in Africa has helped or hindered democratization efforts.

Students sell apples to promote Ecuadorian teen health

The Cornell chapter of GlobeMed finished developing a rapid-testing lab in Ecuador this past summer.

Logevall makes the case for students as 'global citizens'

Cornell needs to produce graduates who have cross-cultural awareness, “who can move nimbly and with sensitivity in all four corners of the globe,” said Fredrik Logevall, vice provost for international affairs, at a Nov. 18 talk.

Alumni, students aid the Philippines

Cornellians are collecting aid and planning fundraising and other efforts this week and next to benefit Filipinos affected by Typhoon Haiyan.

Nepal program marks 20 years of immersive experience

The Cornell Nepal Study Program celebrates its 20th year of collaborative undergraduate and graduate study and research in Nepal.

Students' NYC visit marks 10th annual U.N. trip

For the 10th year, 74 students, scholars and staff spent the day in New York City for the educational trip to the United Nations.

Cornell to build on top 25 study abroad ranking

Cornell has been included in a top 25 list of universities with the most students studying abroad; Cornell leaders are looking at even higher goals to improve the rate of students studying internationally.