The university is expanding its business communities for alumni in finance, high-tech and entrepreneurial sectors, with plans to produce 150 events for 6,000 Cornellians in the next year. (April 21, 2010)
In anticipation of an increase in students and veterans with disabilities, Cornell's disability strategic plan comprehensively addresses access in education, employment and campus operations. (April 20, 2010)
April 17 marked the 15th anniversary for the spring concert of Last Call, an all-male a cappella group on campus. The event drew alumni to celebrate and perform together. (April 19, 2010)
David C. Knapp, a former Cornell provost and dean who guided the College of Human Ecology through an extensive reorganization, died of complications from diabetes April 13 in Massachusetts. He was 82. (April 16, 2010)
The new health care reform law will prompt some changes in Cornell's health plans: Most notably, any child up to age 26 may be covered under a parent's health plan, effective January 2011. (April 15, 2010)
Professors N'Dri Assie-Lumumba and Tukumbi Lumumba-Kasongo have each received the 2010 Distinguished Africanist Award from the New York State African Studies Association. (April 15, 2010)