Things to Do, May 18-25, 2018

Events this week include Bike to Work and School Day, a United Way fundraiser, a talk on gender equity and equal pay; and a Mann Library exhibit on Sri Lankan identity in fashion and film.

Julie Parsons: event manager par excellence

The facilities event coordinator for Cornell, Parsons is responsible for making it easier for Commencement, Reunion and all other campus event planners to focus on the details of their event.

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CLASP celebrates courage of students, staff learners

The Community Learning and Service Partnership program, which partners Cornell students with staff learners for mentoring in computer literacy, English and basic job skills, held its year-end celebration May 11.

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Trash to treasure: Cornell’s pyrolysis kiln opens May 24

Cornell's new pyrolysis kiln opens May 24, when Johannes Lehmann, professor of soil science, will hold an open house 2-4 p.m., at the Leland Laboratory building.

Staff graduates recognized for completing degrees

Fourteen staff members were recognized at the 22nd annual Staff Graduate Reception May 16 for receiving a master’s degree, six for receiving a bachelor's degree, and two for receiving an associate’s degree.

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2018 Biennial on 'Duration' to feature major artists

The Cornell Council for the Arts' 2018 Biennial begins in September, with invited artists including Carrie Mae Weems and Xu Bing joining student and faculty participants.

New book focuses on impact of online content moderators

In his new book, Tarleton Gillespie investigates how social media platforms police what we post online and the large societal impact of these decisions.

International Speaking Groups broaden perspectives

The English Language Support Office’s Speaking Groups Program offers small weekly one-hour discussions with international graduate students and scholars.

Volunteers needed for Commencement events

Volunteers are needed to help make Cornell’s Commencement Weekend special for graduating students and their families.

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