Changes to dental plan for 2010 announced

Endowed employees may enroll in or change dental plan coverage during Open Enrollment; premiums and deductibles have changed. (Oct. 8, 2009)

Test of emergency notification scheduled for Oct. 14

Cornell will test its emergency notification systems, including the siren/PA system, text and e-mail messages, and phone calls, Oct. 14 at 12:10 p.m. There is no need for action during the test. (Oct. 7, 2009)

University to save at least $90 million annually, thanks to administrative streamlining

Cornell expects to save at least $90 million in annual administrative costs over the next four years, making a significant dent in its projected deficit, Provost Kent Fuchs reported Oct. 1.

Rates will not change for endowed health plan premiums

Endowed health plan rates for 2010 will remain the same as last year's by adjusting some co-pays, deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums, Cornell's Division of Human Resources has announced. (Oct. 1, 2009)

Many factors involved in predicting and preventing workplace violence

Nellie J. Brown, director of the ILR School's Workplace Health and Safety Programs, discusses how to keep the workplace safe and prevent on-the-job violence. (Sept. 29, 2009)

Day of Caring kicks off 2009 Cornell United Way Campaign

The 2009 Cornell United Way Campaign was launched Sept. 17 with the 2009 Stephen E. Garner Day of Caring, which gathered more than 10,000 pounds of food and personal-care items. (Sept. 24, 2009)

Cornell named a 'Best Employer' for working mothers for fourth consecutive year

Cornell has been named a 'best employer' for mothers in the workforce by Working Mother magazine for the fourth consecutive year because of its family-friendly policies. (Sept. 22, 2009)

Skorton asks for students' input on strategic plan

Students have a critical role to play in shaping Cornell's strategic plan, said President David Skorton during an open forum Sept. 18.

Skorton: Strategic plan will give faculty flexibility

More than 200 faculty members gathered Sept. 16 to talk with President David Skorton and Provost Kent Fuchs about the university's strategic planning process.