Library exhibit reveals glimpses of George Washington’s life

Cornell University Library exhibit marks the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence with a display of historical materials connected to the nation’s first president.

Schaffer elected dean of faculty

Cornell’s faculty members have elected Chris Schaffer, the Meinig Family Professor of Engineering in the Cornell Duffield College of Engineering, dean of faculty. Schaffer will begin his three-year term starting July 1. 

To fight child hunger, coordinate food, health and climate policy

A new report shows protecting nutrition now depends on integrating food and health systems as climate shocks strain both at once.

Strengthening key health measures in national climate plans

The majority of national climate adaptation plans fail to fully integrate health needs or engage populations most at risk from climate change, according to a new study.

Americans agree: Ultraprocessed foods pose major health hazard

Across partisan lines, Americans broadly believe ultraprocessed foods are addictive and harmful, and support policies that could strengthen safeguards and hold the food industry accountable.

Brooks senior develops national index tracking AI healthcare policy

AI is reshaping healthcare, and Brooks School senior Will Moss ’26 has developed the Health and AI Policy Index, a public database designed to help policymakers, researchers and health systems track emerging healthcare AI governance efforts.

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A&S seniors celebrate their extraordinary journeys

As the class of 2026 graduates in Arts & Sciences, we celebrate their extraordinary journeys. 

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Brooks School celebrates fifth graduating class during Bailey Hall ceremony

The Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy celebrated its fifth graduating class on Saturday, May 23, 2026, as part of Cornell University graduation ceremonies.

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Isabel Perera’s ‘The Welfare Workforce’ honored with two book prizes

Perera's book won the Charles H. Levine Memorial Book Prize and the 2026 European Studies Book Award. 

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