Work cultures need to change, say conference speakers

More than 200 people from area colleges, organizations and government services attended the Diversity Community Roundtable at Ithaca College, discussing ways to create inclusive workplace cultures. (June 17, 2011)

Community radio show produced and co-sponsored by CU wins top SUNY award

A community radio show produced and co-sponsored by Cornell has won a top award from the State University of New York Council for University Advancement.

Changing upstate population influences land use, health care, other key issues

Scholars and civic leaders pondered how to address the challenges prompted by upstate New York's changing population at the State of Upstate New York Conference in Syracuse, N.Y., June 8. (June 10, 2011)

Ph.D. student lands three fellowships in three months to combat nerve disorders

Ph.D. candidate Christopher Blackwood has garnered three fellowships in three months to support his research in neurodegenerative disorders, which disproportionately affect minority communities. (June 7, 2011)

Rickard named director of American Indian Program

Cornell art historian Jolene Rickard will lead Cornell's American Indian Program as its new director, effective July 1. (May 18, 2011)

Building community is key to helping men of color succeed at Cornell, students say

On May 4 Renee Alexander '74, associate dean of students and director of intercultural programs, led a discussion with men of color on ways to build community and enhance their academic success at Cornell. (May 5, 2011)

A.T. Miller named associate vice provost for academic diversity initiatives

After an extensive search, Andrew Thompson Miller has been named associate vice provost for academic diversity initiatives. Currently at the University of Michigan, he will assume his new position July 1. (May 2, 2011)

Student research on generation differences helps inform Cornell's recruiting efforts

Students in Staffing Organizations classes conduct intergenerational research that could inform Cornell's faculty and staff recruitment and retention efforts. (April 28, 2011)

Sexual assault needs more attention on college campuses

Speaking at Cornell April 19, Colby Bruno, managing attorney at the Victim Rights Law Center, stressed the importance of policies to encourage victims of sexual assault at colleges to come forward. (April 25, 2011)