Anil Nerode, the Goldwin Smith Professor of Mathematics, will receive an honorary degree from the University of Chicago for his 'profound impact' on mathematical logic and theoretical computer science June 12. (May 18, 2010)
Protestants who are reminded of their religion do more good deeds but the opposite is true for Catholics. This is one of the findings of a new economics study that employs psychology research techniques. (May 17, 2010)
The Cornell 100 MPG+ Team has been chosen to compete against eight other teams' fuel-efficient vehicles in first-round action of the Progressive Automotive X Prize competition. (May 17, 2010)
Household goods, clothing, toiletries and most anything else in decent shape that can be reused will be collected until May 31 to benefit local charities. Look for collection bins around campus. (May 17, 2010)
Cornell's Office of Community Relations will receive the Judges' Citation from the State University of New York Council for University Advancement for its outreach efforts concerning race relations. (May 17, 2010)
Anthony Bretscher, professor of cell biology, and John Helmann, professor of microbiology, are two of 78 scientists elected as fellows to the American Academy of Microbiology this year. (May 17, 2010)
The College of Human Ecology opened its new spiral stair tower May 11, which connects all five floors of Martha Van Rensselaer Hall with the adjacent MVR East Building. (May 17, 2010)
Maria Judith Rodriguez, human resource manger at the Arecibo Observatory, receives the Service Manager 2010 Award for meeting austerity budgets while maintaining employee motivation. (May 13, 2010)
Hockey player Colin Greening is the third Cornellian to ever win the prestigious Lowe's Senior CLASS national award for athleticism, academics and community service. (May 13, 2010)
