Forum to address mental health services for area students

The status of well-being services for area students and young adults will be the topic of a public forum scheduled for Sept. 22. (Sept. 15, 2010)

Beware of recycled furniture in battle against bed bugs

The recent explosion of bed bug problems can only be resolved with awareness and prevention, said a Cornell expert speaking to reporters Sept. 14. And beware of recycled furniture, she said.

Elves program provides hundreds of backpacks to schools

The Cornell Elves, a program that started with holiday giving but now has extended to supporting area schoolchildren when school starts, gave out a record number of backpacks this year: 449. (Sept. 13, 2010)

Student nonprofit aids Zambian orphans

Ricky Panzer '13 and Alex Friedman '13 have launched a nonprofit organization called Signature Donations, and their first project was to purchase shoes for orphans in Zambia. (Sept. 9, 2010)

Researchers attack plum pox to save state's stone fruits

Cornell researchers are working hard to eradicate plum pox virus from New York as it can destroy orchards of peaches, plums and apricots. (Sept. 8, 2010)

Website helps growers fight devastating Swede midge

A new website gives growers and consumers up-to-date information on research about the Swede midge, which in insect whose infestations can destroy cruciferous vegetables. (Sept. 8, 2010)

Cornell China Dairy Institute gives Chinese dairy farmers a taste of U.S. vet practices

The Cornell China Dairy Institute, a four-week program, launched Sept. 6 just east of Beijing to give Chinese dairy veterinarians an opportunity to learn about American veterinary practices. (Sept. 8, 2010)

Decorated trash stations help beautify Collegetown

Collegetown ART, of the student-run Sustainability Hub, has installed two waste and recycling stations to beautify Collegetown. The waste receptacles are adorned with local art. (Sept. 7, 2010)

Rust to Green helps upstate cities plan sustainable futures

Rust to Green New York State is partnering students and faculty with the people of former industrial cities to help their communities grow and become more livable, healthy and sustainable. (Sept. 2, 2010)