Alexander, an 'accidental entrepreneur,' credits Cornell for much of his success

John Alexander '74, MBA '76, 2012 Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year, reflected on his career as founder of CBORD group and philanthropy at April 19 celebration. (April 23, 2012)

Ron Paul claims 'big brother government' is eroding rights

Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul rallies supporters April 19 in a filled-to-capacity Lynah Rink in advance of the New York Republican Primary. (April 20, 2012)

Reliance on free market can lead to global instability

British economist Lord Robert Skidelsky, speaking on campus April 18, warned of the potential for disaster in unregulated markets. (April 20, 2012)

Free books to be given away April 23

Volunteers will give away 450 books, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning 'The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao' by Junot Diaz, MFA '95 - across campus and the community April 23. (April 19, 2012)

Thirteen University Courses in 2012-13 to promote common experience for students

In 2012-13, Cornell will offer 13 University Courses designed to teach students to think from the perspectives of multiple disciplines, across departments and among diverse fields of study. (April 19, 2012)

Things to Do, April 20-27

Events on campus this week include the Cornell Jazz Festival with bassist Rufus Reid, scientists and artists inspired by light, love in many languages in 'Long Ago in May,' and composer Matti Bye. (April 19, 2012)

Assemblies Update, Week of April 16

An update from the Office of the Assemblies, including brief reports from the Student Assembly, Graduate and Professional Student Assembly, Employee Assembly and University Assembly. (April 19, 2012)

$10 million gift to College of Engineering boosts undergraduate education

John A. Swanson '61, M.Eng. '63, has committed $10 million to boost undergraduate education in the College of Engineering - including its experiential learning opportunities. (April 19, 2012)

New CARE-Cornell partnership to take on global concerns

Cornell and the global humanitarian organization CARE will fight poverty among the world's most vulnerable populations and create solutions for global concerns, including world hunger and climate change. (April 19, 2012)