Thirteen University Courses in 2012-13 to promote common experience for students

In 2012-13, Cornell will offer 13 University Courses designed to teach students to think from the perspectives of multiple disciplines, across departments and among diverse fields of study. (April 19, 2012)

Things to Do, April 20-27

Events on campus this week include the Cornell Jazz Festival with bassist Rufus Reid, scientists and artists inspired by light, love in many languages in 'Long Ago in May,' and composer Matti Bye. (April 19, 2012)

Sandy Weill and faculty members Strogatz, Gilovich, Fins elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Steven Strogatz, Thomas Gilovich and Dr. Joseph Fins have been elected members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, along with Sanford Weill '55, chair of the Board of Overseers of Weill Cornell. (April 18, 2012)

Pell stresses need to boost international engagement

Vice Provost Alice Pell and Professor Sarosh Kuruvilla discussed Cornell's international education, research and initiatives at the Cornell Club in New York City April 12. (April 18, 2012)

Hotel School to honor Tisch family, Four Seasons CEO

The School of Hotel Administration will honor the Tisch family and Kathleen Taylor, CEO of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, at the Cornell Hospitality Icon and Innovator Awards gala in June. (April 18, 2012)

For bulging biceps, electronic trainer will fix your form

Cornell student engineers invented a simple wearable electronic device that guides the user through a proper bicep curl. (April 17, 2012)

Design, ergonomics students to present infographics study

A study of infographics by a group of design faculty and students will be presented at an international meeting in July. (April 17, 2012)

New West Campus house deans each have a vision

Jeffrey Hancock, associate professor of communication, will live in Keeton House. Garrick Blalock, associate professor of applied economics and management, will move to Flora Rose House. (April 17, 2012)

Global Scholars program to recognize international study

The ILR School's new Global Scholars program will offer students opportunities to study and intern abroad, in keeping with a new international push by President Skorton. (April 17, 2012)