Undergrad-built aircraft to defend world title June 18

Cornell Unmanned Air Systems, an undergraduate project team that designs, builds and programs completely autonomous planes, will defend its world championship title at the Student Unmanned Air Systems Competition.

Language fosters global citizenship, student says

Economics student Eric Krasnow ’15 wrote in Spanish about his Cornell Abroad experience in Spain for an essay contest, and will present his essay at a United Nations youth forum June 27 in New York City.

Institute for the Social Sciences grants awards

From conducting archaeological research in the Republic of Armenia to exploring how rumors spread through Twitter, the Institute for the Social Sciences' small grants program funded 22 faculty members' projects for the 2013-14 year.

Dean Alan Mathios appointed to Middle States Commission

The Middle States Commission on Higher Education chose Human Ecology Dean Alan Mathios to fill a midterm vacancy through December 2014. In October it was announced he was appointed to his first official term to run Jan. 1, 2015, through Dec. 31, 2017.

Presidential Search Statement outlines key competencies

The Presidential Search Committee that will recommend David Skorton’s successor has released a document that outlines the university’s desired characteristics of its next president.

Actor Ed Helms to help celebrate Cornell graduation

Cornell's 146th Graduation Weekend highlights include the Senior Convocation Address by actor Ed Helms, who portrayed the fictional alumnus Andy Bernard '93 on TV's 'The Office,' and President David Skorton's Commencement Address.

Art history majors explore framing from literal to abstract

'Framing' is the theme of this year's History of Art Majors' Society display at the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art’s Kress Study Gallery. The exhibition will be on view until July 6.

VP responds to Chi Psi appeal on loss of recognition

Vice President Joel Malina issued a statement following Vice President Susan Murphy's decision responding to an appeal by Chi Psi fraternity, which had its recognition revoked May 2.

Students 'delve deeper' into research topics, methods

Delve Deeper, a course co-taught by Cornell research librarians in partnership with faculty and staff mentors, is preparing undergraduates as scholars with advanced research skills.