In June, University Ombudsman Walter Lynn will leave the job to his yet-to-be-chosen successor. Nominations are being accepted for the position. (March 31, 2011)
The research enterprise at the CornellNYC Tech campus took a major step forward with a July 26-27 workshop focusing on the school's academic hub called Healthier Life.
Thousands of Cornellians are expected to return to campus Sept. 16-18 for Homecoming 2011. Among the weekend's highlights are a mobile scavenger hunt, a student parade and the first-ever Fan Festival. (Sept. 14, 2011)
Events on campus this week include a new survey of environmental art at the Johnson Museum; a silent screen adventure in Sage Chapel and other films; and Soup & hope speaker Gretchen Ryan '97.
A new one-credit course, The First American University, covers Cornell's history as a coeducational, nonsectarian institution and a multitude of factoids on Cornell lore.
Thirty-three outstanding seniors were recognized May 24 at the 29th annual Merrill Presidential Scholars Convocation luncheon. They, in turn, recognize a high school teacher and Cornell faculty member who have influenced them.
Finishing its first year as a university-supported organization, SWAG: Scholars Working Ambitiously to Graduate had 30 pairings of mentors and mentees, with 13 seniors on track to graduate this May.
Alumni experts and several faculty members addressed 470 Cornellians and friends April 30 at the "A New Wave of Innovation" event, in Mountain View, Calif.
When the Winter Olympics opens in Vancouver Feb. 12, three athletes with Cornell ties, Jamie Moriarty '03, Douglas Murray '03 and Rebecca Johnston '12, will be among those vying for coveted gold medals. (Feb. 4, 2010)