At a retreat focusing on crime and punishment Feb. 13-15, students in the Posse program along with their mentors discussed the U.S. prison and justice systems and ways to improve them.
Events on campus include International Education Week, the fourth annual Local Fair at Mann Library, a Barton Hall concert by Nas, and a book talk on human-animal relations through history. (Nov. 8, 2012)
Dean of Students Kent Hubbell has issued a statement on the recognition status of Sigma Pi fraternity following an investigation into a May 6 bias-related incident. (Aug. 16, 2012)
Events this week include Union Days, The Alloy Orchestra at Cornell Cinema, Sitara Night, a Science Cabaret on the mechanics of bicycles, pianist Jeremy Denk, and the domestic violence documentary "Home Truth."
In the new book 'The No Child Left Behind Legislation: Educational Research and Federal Funding,' Cornell Professor Valerie Reyna asserts that new mandates for scientifically based educational programs will improve education, and other experts challenge her. (December 22, 2005)
People's preferences for getting good stuff or good news last change as they age, reports a new study. Young adults want the good last; older adults want the good and bad mixed.
A new study of some 93,000 postmenopausal American women found those with the highest amounts of sedentary time – defined as sitting and resting but excluding sleeping – died earlier than their most active peers.
Eight students and a professor spent 10 days in Ghana over winter break, talking to women about their concerns for their communities. The findings will help shape future service trips to Ghana.