The awards are intended to reflect the broad range of life science fields at Cornell and aim to promote collaborative and integrative research that crosses disciplines. (Dec. 2, 2011)
The U.S. Agency for International Development has awarded Cornell $7.07 million to focus on developing the resistance of the East African Highland banana in Uganda to pests and major diseases. (Dec. 1, 2011)
In his address to staff, Skorton highlighted recruiting new faculty, stabilizing the staff workforce, continuing need-based financial aid and expanding public engagement within balanced budget bounds. (Dec. 1, 2011)
A free Blue Light late-night shuttle van service will run for study week, Dec. 4-8 from 10:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. to ensure that students have a safe ride home from the libraries. (Dec. 1, 2011)
Now is the time for staff and managers to review their unit's inclement weather staffing plan, discuss specific concerns and review where to get information about weather-related delays and closings. (Dec. 1, 2011)
Athletic teams and staff members in the Department of Athletics and Physical Education have 'adopted' 20 families for the holiday season through the Salvation Army Adopt-a-Family Program. (Dec. 1, 2011)
Events on campus this week include Christmas Vespers services, a holiday party at the Johnson Museum, a talent showcase, the Fall Dance Theatre Concert, films for children and an outdoor gear sale. (Dec. 1, 2011)
An update from the Office of the Assemblies, including brief reports from the Student Assembly, Graduate and Professional Student Assembly, Employee Assembly and University Assembly. (Dec. 1, 2011)
Cornell cleared another hurdle in its effort to install steel mesh nets on seven area bridges: The city of Ithaca's planning board has said the nets will not harm the environment. (Nov. 30, 2011)
