Cornell prepares for 2026 Commencement, Convocation

Two Commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2026 and guests are scheduled for 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, at Schoellkopf Field.

McGraw construction melds modern with historical

As McGraw Hall, one of the university’s oldest buildings, is rebuilt from the inside out, workers have made several discoveries, and faculty are reusing and studying materials from the building in the classroom.

Community-engaged learning celebrated, Buffalo Co-Lab honored

ILR School’s Buffalo Co-Lab has played a vital role in western New York, working in partnership with business, union, government, education and community organizations.

Erik Thorbecke, economist with global impact, dies at 97

Thorbecke, one of the creators of a widely used metric for measuring poverty, died on April 26 in Fort Bragg, California.

CALS, Duffield Engineering academic advisers earn 2026 excellence awards

The Professional Academic Advising Community chose winners of their annual awards from 21 nominees.

OADI celebrates a decade of honors achievements

The office serves as a hub for academic and professional development resources for students across all undergraduate colleges and schools.

Cornell Tech announces the 2026 Startup Awards and the Inaugural Frontiers of AI Summit

As the 2025–26 academic year comes to a close, Cornell Tech will host a series of events throughout May showcasing student achievement, entrepreneurship, design, and the future of emerging technologies.

Around Cornell

Mayfest, Cornell’s international chamber music festival, returns May 15-19

After a two-year break, music faculty are bringing back Mayfest, featuring a new commission by Cornellian Joseph Phibbs, a tribute to his teacher, Steven Stucky. 

Around Cornell

Cornell men’s tennis looks to cause a racket at NCAAs

The Big Red won the Ivy League title for the third time in its history and travel to Texas May 1 for its fourth straight NCAA appearance.