The College of Veterinary Medicine will begin a $63 million capital project to upgrade and expand its infrastructure and teaching facilities to accommodate increasing the pre-clinical class sizes to 120 students from 102 students.
John Carberry of University Communications issued a statement on Cornell's financial contributions to the city of Ithaca in response to criticism published in the media.
Any person. Any study. And now - any corner of the globe. Beginning next semester, Cornell will offer its first four MOOCs to the world at-large, allowing any one to take classes from the comfort of their home laptop or desktop computer.
A recent analysis of three student surveys shows that most students feel positively about their Cornell experience and are engaged in their academic life, but the degree to which students feel safe, included and respected varies.
On Oct. 1, Cornell Tech announced the launch of the first degree program to be offered by the Joan and Irwin Jacobs Technion-Cornell Innovation Institute, a master's degree in connective media.
Thomas W. Bruce, vice president for university communications since 2004, has been named senior vice president for public affairs at Dartmouth College. He will begin his new position Nov. 18.
During year one of Cornell’s “Toward New Destinations” diversity framework, colleges and units have worked toward specific diversity goals, and are also identifying areas in need of improvement.
Addressing President Skorton's challenge to end pledging, continuing measures to improve Greek culture on campus include increased alumni involvement in Greek life, expanded anti-hazing efforts and chapter assessments.
