Harris on his presidential appointment in D.C: 'Frustrating, but extremely rewarding'

David Harris, professor of sociology and senior associate dean in the College of Arts and Sciences, reflected on his 15 months at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in a talk Sept. 9. (Sept. 13, 2011)

U.S. News & World Report ranks four Cornell undergraduate programs in the top 10

In its 2012 rankings, U.S. News and World Report ranks Cornell second in engineering science/engineering physics programs and fourth among biological/agricultural engineering programs. (Sept. 13, 2011)

Berggren honored nationally for communication curriculum

Senior lecturer Kathy Berggren has won a national award in curriculum design for her class, Communication 2010: Oral Communication. (Sept. 13, 2011)

Accepting board's endorsement, President David Skorton outlines his vision for the future of Cornell

As David Skorton begins his sixth year leading Cornell University, he is sharing with the campus his vision for 2015, focusing on student access, faculty renewal, globalization and public engagement.

Student Assembly passes resolution to support CornellNYC Tech Campus

On Sept. 8, the Student Assembly unanimously approved a resolution that will create an ad-hoc committee to 'unite students in support of the NYC tech campus." (Sept. 9, 2011)

Employees can promote inclusion during times of religious observances

Faculty and staff are encouraged to take religious observances into account when planning events, meetings, programs, meals and travel. (Sept. 9, 2011)

Stephanie Owens to lead Cornell Council for the Arts

Stephanie Owens, an artist, writer, curator and a visiting assistant professor of art in the College of Architecture, Art and Planning (AAP), has been named director of the Cornell Council for the Arts (CCA).

New team handles sexual harassment, sexual assault and other Title IX concerns

A team of Cornell administrators has been established to oversee the university's efforts to address faculty, staff and student concerns related to the university's obligations under Title IX. (Sept. 8, 2011)

CU United Way contributions had immediate local impact

Giving to the United Way of Tompkins County had immediate effects on residents in the county and surrounding areas in 2010-11. (Sept. 8, 2011)