Bruce Levitt to speak on power of prison theater Oct. 28

Bruce Levitt, professor of performing and media arts and inaugural recipient of Cornell's Engaged Scholar Prize will deliver 'Human Again: Prison Theatre and the Possibilities of Redemption' Oct. 28.

Society for Social Studies of Science celebrates 40 years

The Department of Science and Technology Studies celebrates 40 years since the first meeting of the Society for Social Studies of Science on campus with “Where has STS Traveled?” Oct. 27-28.

Symposium explores contemporary Indian architectural practice

The annual Preston Thomas Symposium, Oct. 13–15, will focus on India and feature guest speakers and the release of professor of architecture Mary Woods' new book, "Women Architects in India."

Phenomena at rural-urban interface topic of conference

At the New Rural-Urban Interface held Sept. 29-30, social scientists from Cornell and elsewhere gathered to discuss the cultural, demographic, economic and political dimensions of the changing landscape.

Bigger than ever, Cornell corpse flower poised to bloom

The plant nicknamed "Wee Stinky," one of two flowering-sized titan arums in Liberty Hyde Bailey Conservatory, is prepping for a dazzling reproductive effort to make itself big, hot and smelly.

Nominations sought for 19th annual Cook Awards by Nov. 21

Nominations are being sought for the 19th Cook Awards, which honor Cornell students, faculty and staff members for their commitment to women's issues and improving the climate for women at Cornell.

Astrophysicist Saul Teukolsky to give Phi Beta Kappa lecture

Saul Teukolsky, the Hans A. Bethe Professor of Physics and Astrophysics, will explore what gravitational waves mean for science in the fall 2016 Phi Beta Kappa Distinguished Faculty Invitational Lecture.

AAP NYC joins Open House New York tour with events

The College of Architecture, Art and Planning's New York City studios, AAP NYC, will be part of the Open House New York Weekend Oct. 15-16 with events including a film screening and panel.

Provost ups the ante to attract outstanding diverse faculty

As faculty hiring seasons swings into full force, Provost Michael Kotlikoff has committed funding to help bring superior diverse talent to the faculty, allowing departments to recruit more aggressively.