The chance of more accurate weather forecasts might improve this afternoon (Feb. 22), when two Cornell graduate students describe their new method of statistical forecast analysis that could lift current forecasting techniques out of a very light fog.
The Faculty Fellows In Service Program, sponsored by the Cornell Public Service Center and Cornell Vice President for Student and Academic Services Susan Murphy, has awarded financial support to five faculty and community teams to write papers on new initiatives in service learning.
When Jennifer Olson dons her gray commencement robe this weekend, she will stand on the shoulders of four family members stretching back exactly 100 years. (May 22, 2009)
Ramaswami Balasubramaniam, founder of a leading Indian nonprofit development organization, visited campus Sept. 27 to encourage students to participate in global service learning. (Oct. 1, 2012)
Using DNA not as a genetic material but as a structural support, researchers have created thin sheets of gold nanoparticles. The work could prove useful for making thin transistors or other electronic devices. (May 19, 2009)
In a meeting with media Cornell president Hunter Rawlings announced that the university has decided to go ahead with its plan for the controversial West Campus Residential Initiative parking lot in the area dubbed Redbud Woods by protestors.
What are good strategies to raise awareness in the workplace about diversity and persons with disabilities? What are reasonable accommodations to make for individuals with disabilities? What are the issues when considering the hiring of a person with cognitive or psychiatric disabilities?
Chinese artist Wenda Gu, the creator of two major installations now on display at Cornell, will participate in a lecture and symposium on his work at the Johnson Museum in early March. (Feb. 20, 2007)