At Convocation, Class of ’26 urged to listen, engage

Hundreds of first-year and transfer students were heaped with advice, encouragement and well-wishes at New Student Convocation, held Aug. 21 at Schoellkopf Field.

Students bring animal science to the public

This summer, visitors to Ithaca’s Sciencenter, a hands-on children’s museum, took part in a special exhibit made possible by a new collaboration between the museum, the State University of New York College at Cortland and Cornell’s Department of Animal Science.

77 years apart, son of early Black law grad seeks his own degree

After decades of success as a doctor who worked alongside world leaders responding to catastrophes, Harry Hazelwood III – now in his late 60s – is seeking a master’s degree from Cornell Law School.

Study sheds new light on materials assembly in confinement

Researchers at Cornell used computer simulations to show how the assembly of a complex particle shape is affected when confined inside a spherical container. The findings offer scientists a new method for controlling the assembly structure of the resulting material.

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International Fair showcases world of opportunities

Explore the International Fair and find out about international majors and minors, language study, study abroad, funding opportunities, global internships, and more.

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Rob Vanderlan to lead Center for Teaching Innovation

The Center for Teaching Innovation, founded in 2017 to support faculty in their efforts to explore and foster inclusive, evidence-based teaching practices, will be under new leadership beginning in the coming academic year. 

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Are Costly New Prescription Drugs Worth the Price?

Some countries use a relatively straightforward cost-effectiveness analysis to decide whether to green light insurance coverage of prescription drugs. That can prevent new drugs from entering the market that would be highly sought after by patients who value costlier care.

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Researchers assess solutions to combat infectious disease, environmental threats

In a large-scale effort to reduce human infectious diseases and conserve human and animal life, researchers have collated and reviewed the evidence for 46 solutions that aim to advance the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. 

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Veterinary Educators Academy launches inaugural conference

The Cornell Veterinary Educators Academy held its inaugural conference, “Professions, Professionals and Professional Identity,” virtually Aug. 10 and 11.

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