John S. Parker, assistant professor of virology at Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine, received the 2007 Pfizer Animal Health Award for Research Excellence.
Construction on a new 290-car garage behind Martha Van Rensselaer Hall has begun as the first of a two-phase, $77.7 million construction project for the College of Human Ecology. (Feb. 4, 2008)
Howard P. Milstein '73, co-chairman, president and CEO of Emigrant Savings Bank and its holding company, New York Private Bank and Trust, and managing partner of Milstein Properties, has been named the 2008 Cornell Entrepreneur of the Year. (Feb. 4, 2008)
The art museum has been awarded a $500,000 Kresge Foundation challenge grant to support its new underground extension. The museum must raise an additional $1.5 million by July 1, 2009, to receive the challenge grant. (Feb. 4, 2008)
A dedication ceremony for a new water treatment plant in Tamara, Honduras, was attended by 18 Cornell engineering students who visited the country Jan. 4-20. (Feb. 4, 2008)
Keisha Hudson, Class of '99, writes what an outstanding teacher and human being Professor Don Barr was, helping her to voice her anger and organize grassroots efforts toward social change. (Feb. 4, 2008)
To the editor:
Thank you for your article on Professor Barr's passing. I just wanted to write a few words. I was a friend of Don's, a former student and one of his teaching assistants.
Don Barr was such an influential and…
In response to high-risk drinking behavior at the Sigma Pi fraternity house Nov. 17, 2007, Cornell will not permit the fraternity to apply for recognition again until January 2009. (Feb. 1, 2008)
Don't panic just because the stock market is down, say Cornell retirement experts. Rather, take this time to become more educated about your financial situation and needs and revisit your retirement plans. (Feb. 1, 2008)
