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Milstein Hall project timeline, 2000-09

A look at the history of the College of Architecture, Art and Planning construction project from 2000 to the present. (Feb. 12, 2009)

In flurry of studies, researcher details role of apples in inhibiting breast cancer

Six studies published in the past year by Cornell researcher Rui Hai Liu support the growing evidence that apples and other fruits and vegetables with phytochemicals inhibit the growth of mammary tumors. (Feb. 12, 2009)

Sean Shepherd scores a high note with N.Y. Philharmonic

The Philharmonic has commissioned Cornell doctoral student Sean Shepherd to write a musical composition, to premiere in April 2010. (Feb. 12, 2009)

Alumnus stresses respect and curiosity to teach evolution in a hostile environment

A biology teacher at Ridgeview High School in Orange Park, Fla., David Campbell '77 visited campus Feb. 11 during Darwin Days to share his experiences teaching evolution and natural selection. (Feb. 12, 2009)

Guantánamo closing author assails 'bloody mess'

Sarah Mendelson, author of a report that provided President Barack Obama with rationale to close the Guantanamo Bay Detention Camp, spoke on campus Feb. 5. (Feb. 12, 2009)

Creative writing celebrated, discussed, dissected and read

Novelist Junot Diaz will receive the Eissner Artist of the Year Award and will participate in a discussion on 'Arts and the Impact on Immigration, Feb. 19. Alumni will read from their work Feb. 20. (Feb. 12, 2009)

2009-10 theater season promises comedy, classics

Cornell's Schwartz Center 2009-10 season begins in September with 'A Servant of Two Masters,' Carlo Goldini's 1753 romantic comedy filled with physical humor and identity switching. (Feb. 12, 2009)

Things to Do: Week of Feb. 13

Editor's picks for the week of Feb. 13 include swing dancing, chamber music by faculty, a movie sneak preview and a panel offering economic advice to President Barack Obama. (Feb. 12, 2009)

Times are tough, but saying 'thanks' to staff is still appreciated

Many departments and unit heads are thinking creatively about how to meaningfully - and in a cost-effective way - thank staff members for their work and dedication to the university. (Feb. 12, 2009)

Flexible work arrangements webinars offered Feb. 18 and 24

Interested in trying out a flexible work arrangement for yourself or for the staff members in your unit? Human Resources is offering free webinars for supervisors and employees this month. (Feb. 12, 2009)

Improved test screens fungal pests for biofuel sources

Cornell researchers have improved a method that can now rapidly screen hundreds of fungal species to find ones that can most efficiently produce biofuels from such nonfood sources as cornstalks. (Feb. 11, 2009)

Student talks on globalization and the environment at World Social Forum

Natural resources major Apollonya Porcelli '10 spoke on violence against nature and the social and economic structures that can prevent it, from grassroots to governmental levels. (Feb. 11, 2009)