Behind the scenes, Commencement takes massive effort

About 200 Cornell staff members work from Wednesday through Sunday to prepare campus for graduation weekend ceremonies.

Film about sexual assault on campuses prompts dialogue

A panel discussion following a screening of the film "The Hunting Ground," May 4 focused on the reporting of incidences of sexual assault at Cornell, the university's responses to these incidents and its efforts to change campus culture.

Men of Color network reflects on power and purpose

Sean Eversley Bradwell, Ph.D. ’09, assistant professor at Ithaca College, gave the keynote address, "The Ability to Achieve Purpose," at a recent Men of Color Colleague Network Group luncheon.

Leadership 'gets things done,' Cornell staff members learn

This year's Leading Cornell class wrapped up its year of honing leadership skills with three presentations on projects aimed at furthering Cornell's missions of learning, discovery and engagement.

Faculty symposium looks at sexual assault in higher ed

Faculty from several colleges and universities participated in a recent symposium at Cornell, "Sexual Assault in Higher Education: The Role of Faculty as Researchers, Teachers, Policymakers and Advocates."

ILR helps local small businesses with ADA best practices

LaWanda Cook, extension associate and training specialist for the Northeast ADA Center within Cornell's Employment and Disability Institute, discussed affordable ways to make local small businesses' goods and services accessible to the public.

Office professionals celebrated for crucial roles they play

President David Skorton, ILR Dean Kevin Hallock and Vice President Susan Murphy spoke to the vital roles that office professionals fulfill at the annual Jennie T. Farley Office Professionals Celebration April 22.

Volunteers needed for annual Slope Day

Volunteers are needed to help make Slope Day safe, relaxing and enjoyable for everyone. All staff and faculty volunteers are asked to submit an online application and attend a training session for the May 7 event.

Dinner marks service anniversaries, recalls memories

At the 60th Service Recognition Dinner – the last one he and Robin Davisson would host and Vice President Susan Murphy would emcee – President David Skorton recognized 368 staff members who have served Cornell for 25, 30, 35, 40 or more years.