Polenberg reflects on his 45-year Cornell career

History professor Richard Polenberg reflected on a lifetime of teaching and his encounters with scholars, students, singers and Supreme Court justices over the years, Dec. 1 in Bache Auditorium.

10 life science fellows are chosen, based on potential to shape future research

The awards are intended to reflect the broad range of life science fields at Cornell and aim to promote collaborative and integrative research that crosses disciplines. (Dec. 2, 2011)

Cornell, Technion share innovation and 'land grant' vision

Cornell and The Technion - Israel Institute of Technology share a web of collaborative research and a mission to serve the world. (Dec. 1, 2011)

Skorton stresses growth and balance in address to staff

In his address to staff, Skorton highlighted recruiting new faculty, stabilizing the staff workforce, continuing need-based financial aid and expanding public engagement within balanced budget bounds. (Dec. 1, 2011)

Leaders encourage advance planning for inclement weather

Now is the time for staff and managers to review their unit's inclement weather staffing plan, discuss specific concerns and review where to get information about weather-related delays and closings. (Dec. 1, 2011)

Introducing new members of the faculty

Get aquainted with the 2011-12 new faculty members, including hobbies, interests and academic focus. (Nov. 29, 2011)

Knuth elected to Council of Graduate Schools' board

Barbara Knuth, vice provost and dean of Cornell's Graduate School, has been elected to a two-year term on the board of directors of the Council of Graduate Schools. (Nov. 29, 2011)

Professor Emeritus Emil J. Haller dies at age 78

Emil J. Haller, professor emeritus of educational administration, who studied administrative, social and political questions surrounding small and rural schools, died Nov. 20. (Nov. 28, 2011)

Atkinson Center announces eight inaugural fellows

The Atkinson Center for a Sustainable Future has announced its inaugural group of Agrarian and Rural Transformation Fellows. (Nov. 21, 2011)