Six firms shortlisted for design of tech campus building

Cornell University announced today the shortlist of six renowned architectural firms for the planned CornellNYC Tech campus's core academic building on Roosevelt Island. (Feb. 27, 2012)

Committee seeks input on proposed academic calendar

An ad hoc committee is seeking feedback from the Cornell community on its proposed changes to the academic calendar.

Frequently asked questions about NYC tech campus

The New York City tech campus is generating interest - and questions - from around the community. Tech campus proposal leaders will answer questions at a forum Feb. 3, and the Chronicle periodically will run an FAQ. (Jan. 26, 2012)

Harris advises exhibit on prominent black New Yorkers

Professor of Africana studies Robert L. Harris Jr. has worked with New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's administration on a new exhibition honoring 29 notable African-Americans from New York state.

Graduate student Dong Quan Hao dies at 27

President David Skorton issued a message of condolence to the Cornell community following the death of Dong Quan Hao on Feb. 21.

CU-ADVANCE reports success, but more work to do, in increasing women faculty in science and engineering

With the CU-ADVANCE Center's five-year grant period drawn to a close, its leaders point to the many ways its goals have been met, but also what more needs to be done.

One-stop onboarding experience extends to newly hired academics as of March 1

As of March 1, the Cornell Onboarding Center will provide a 'one-stop' service for newly hired faculty and academic professionals as well as nonacademic staff members.

Syed Rehman advocates respect for all religions

Syed Rehman, a Muslim, and his partner, Manda, of the First Congregational Church in Ithaca, have learned how to respect each other's religions, Rehman said at Feb. 16 Soup and Hope event. (Feb. 21, 2012)

Three Cornell researchers receive Sloan Fellowships

William Dichtel, Nate Foster and Noah Snavely are among 126 researchers selected from 51 colleges and universities across the United States and Canada to receive Sloan Research Fellowships for 2012.