VanPool information session slated for Oct. 21

Cornell commuters now have another way to save on their daily transportation costs - VanPool. A drop-in information session on this new service will be held Oct. 21. (Oct. 14, 2009)

Skorton speaks of 'hope, optimism and confidence' in address to employees

President David Skorton thanked employees for 'staying the course' and continuing to accomplish goals despite a smaller workforce in his annual talk sponsored by the Employee Assembly. (Oct. 13, 2009)

Jamie Lloyd hunts for new planets, seeking clues on solar system's origin

The Cornell assistant professor of astronomy works on instrumentation that searches the night skies for planets outside our solar system, called extrasolar planets. (Oct. 12, 2009)

Employee Celebration Day draws 2,300 participants

Oct. 8 was Employee Celebration Day, and some 2,300 staff and families participated - sharing a meal, cheering for Cornell athletes and enjoying the entertainment. (Oct. 12, 2009)

Professor emeritus of civil and environmental engineering Richard White dies at 75

Richard N. 'Dick' White, the James A. Friend Family Distinguished Professor of Engineering Emeritus, died Oct. 4 at the age of 75. (Oct. 12, 2009)

Quadriplegic lawyer Ken Kunken '72 inspires by example of dogged persistence

Despite great obstacles, Ken Kunken '72, who was paralyzed from the shoulders down after severing his spinal cord in a sprint football accident, has created a life of meaning and purpose. (Oct. 9, 2009)

Skorton announces directive to reform purchasing system; could yield savings of up to $40 million

President David Skorton has committed to developing sweeping changes in the way Cornell buys goods and services. Vice President Joanne DeStefano will lead the effort, which will save up to $40 million a year. (Oct. 8, 2009)

Changes to dental plan for 2010 announced

Endowed employees may enroll in or change dental plan coverage during Open Enrollment; premiums and deductibles have changed. (Oct. 8, 2009)

Maverick D.C. schools chancellor Michelle Rhee '92 discusses education reform

Michelle Rhee '92, chancellor of the Washington, D.C., public school system, returned to campus to discuss her plans to reform one of the nation's most troubled districts. (Oct. 8, 2009)