Cornell researchers have developed a quick, inexpensive way to detect rotavirus, the most common cause of severe diarrhea that kills a half million people a year, mostly infants and young children. (May 9, 2011)
Bringing together scientists from Cornell and elsewhere, the symposium will cover a wide range of applications, from cell culture to de-icing. (May 9, 2011)
An accidental house fire in Collegetown in the early hours of May 6 claimed the life of Brian Lo, 21, a senior in the School of Hotel Administration from East Rockaway, N.Y. (May 6, 2011)
Slope Day, the annual event celebrating the last day of classes, spilled over Libe Slope May 6. The weather cooperated nicely, with sunny skies and temperatures in the mid-60s. (May 6, 2011)
Cornell beat Dartmouth in a blood drive competition by increasing its blood drive donations by 46 percent this May over May of 2010, while Dartmouth's donations remained the same.
President David Skorton issued a message of condolence on the loss of Brian Lo, a senior in the Hotel School who died in an accidental fire in Collegetown May 6. (May 6, 2011)
Vice President for Student and Academic Services Susan Murphy issued a message of condolence following the death of a student in a fire in Collegetown. (May 6, 2011)
Two peer-oriented programs, Cornell Minds Matter and Empathy, Assistance and Referral Service, are finding new ways to help students cope with stress and access the resources and help they seek. (May 5, 2011)
On May 4 Renee Alexander '74, associate dean of students and director of intercultural programs, led a discussion with men of color on ways to build community and enhance their academic success at Cornell. (May 5, 2011)