Study: In Spain, eco-friendly hotels are more profitable

The most profitable hotels in Spain are those with a sustainability certification, according to a new study from Cornell University's Center for Hospitality Research.

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.

eCornell named a top leadership training company

eCornell, which offers online professional and executive development courses, has been named to Training Industry Inc.'s list of Top 20 Leadership Training Companies for the third consecutive year. (Jan. 30, 2012)

Report: Online coupons help consumers and restaurants

Daily online deals are likely to help restaurants bring in new, loyal customers, according to a new report from the Cornell Center for Hospitality Research. (Dec. 13, 2011)

Institute for the Social Sciences awards grants

The Institute for the Social Sciences has announced the recipients of its biannual small-grant award for interdisciplinary research and conference support. (Dec. 13, 2011)

To give back, students launch nonprofit mentoring organization

Students have launched Practice Makes Perfect, a nonprofit student organization that pairs high school students with fifth-graders for summer mentoring. (Dec. 7, 2011)

Cornell ranks high in attracting international students

New York ranks No. 2 in attracting international students, and Cornell is part of the reason: It was ranked No. 25 in the nation for hosting foreign students, says the Open Doors Report for 2011. (Dec. 6, 2011)

Innovation Network draws hospitality and travel pros

The Innovation Network, sponsored by the School of Hotel Administration, brought together 100 corporate leaders of the hospitality and travel industry Nov. 14 to focus on new ways of thinking. (Dec. 5, 2011)

Introducing new members of the faculty

Get aquainted with the 2011-12 new faculty members, including hobbies, interests and academic focus. (Nov. 29, 2011)