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Class reaches students across borders, virtually

The students waiting for their Bodies at the Border class to begin chatted enthusiastically about a movie they'd just seen, and the Cornell professor asked which film. The movie watchers were almost 8,000 miles away.

Gowning achievement: A guide to academic regalia

Academic regalia worn on Commencement day embodies ancient tradition. From sleeve types to gown lengths, every aspect of the academic costume conveys meaning.

Answer a 'Question of the Week,' guide the IT Strategic Plan

As Cornell develops an IT Strategic Plan for what IT on campus should look like in 2017, faculty, staff and students are encouraged to take part in the process.

Who you gonna call for IT services? Dial 255-5500

Your computer is acting weird? The network is down? Need a change in phone service? Beginning June 18 just call 255-5500, the new IT Service Desk, which is replacing the HelpDesk and other services.

CARE Fund aids record number of families, seeks donations

Stephen and Erica Anderson are two of a record number of staff members helped by the CARE Fund this past year. The fund, which helps faculty and staff in emergencies, needs replenishment.

Staff members complete degrees in wide-ranging studies

Thirty-six staff members were recognized by President Skorton at the annual staff graduate reception May 21, Friends Hall, for completing higher education degrees.

Things to Do, May 25-June 1

Events on campus this week include outdoor activities, Senior Week concerts, Johnson Museum exhibits, an exhibit in the Carol Tatkon Center, two blood drives and a talk about nutrition and children.

Nanofluidics sorts DNA one molecule at a time to study cancer-causing changes

Cornell nanotechnology researchers have devised a new tool to study epigenetic changes in DNA that can cause cancer and other diseases. (May 23, 2012)

Saxena's Microsoft fellowship to enhance personal robots

Ashutosh Saxena, assistant professor of computer science, has been named one of seven Microsoft Research Faculty Fellows for 2012. (May 23, 2012)

New signs spell out regulations for safe gorge use

Three new types of signs delineate differing levels of access in the gorges, spelling out regulations while encouraging safe use of these natural areas for hiking, biking and other activities. (May 23, 2012)

Academic, industry leaders give advice on successful science careers

Students, faculty and staff got advice about managing a successful career in the sciences during the 2012 Empowering Women in Science and Engineering conference, May 20-21. (May 23, 2012)

Former Twitter CTO Greg Pass joins Cornell's NYC tech campus as founding entrepreneurial officer

As founding entrepreneurial officer, Pass will be responsible for engaging with all aspects of the tech sector and helping to inform academic programs and curricula that emphasize applied innovation. (May 23, 2012)