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Cornell faculty members and experts weigh in on current events.

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Unwanted advances: consent researcher, feminist philosopher on Luis Rubiales

August 29, 2023

Vanessa Bohns, social psychologist and professor of organizational behavior at Cornell University, says downplaying the position Luis Rubiales put Jenni Hermoso in is consistent with previous research on consent. Kate Manne, associate professor of philosophy with a focus on feminist philosophy, is available to discuss the nuances of Rubiales’ actions and responses within the context of the #MeToo era.

Arts and Sciences
Industrial and Labor Relations
International

How to beat burnout in the New Year

December 10, 2021

As we look to the New Year and a “new normal” version of work-life balance, many people are looking for ways to rest and reset. Vanessa Bohns says there are ways – starting with intentional rest and recovery – to recalibrate after nearly two years of a pandemic-induced, always-on work mindset.

Industrial and Labor Relations

How to effectively ask a colleague to mask up at work

September 1, 2021

Vanessa Bohns, associate professor of organizational behavior at Cornell University’s ILR School, offers the following suggestions for how to make–the potentially tricky–request more effective. 

Economics and Business

McDonald’s anti-harassment training could lead to backlash

April 14, 2021

On Wednesday, McDonald’s announced it would require workers worldwide to take anti-harassment training starting next year. The mandate is seen as a response to dozens of charges filed by employees in recent years alleging sexual harassment and retaliation when workers complained.  Vanessa Bohns, associate professor of organizational behavior at Cornell University, studies social influence and the psychology of compliance and consent. She says that sexual harassment training must be combined with other initiatives to be effective.   

Business, Economics & Entrepreneurship
Industrial and Labor Relations

Labor Day 2022: RTO mandates, unionization motivation, economic impacts for workers

August 23, 2022

Cornell University labor experts are available to weigh in on return-to-office policies and mandates, the increase of union organizing and strikes, how current economic conditions are impacting workers and more.

Labor Relations & Human Resources
Industrial and Labor Relations

TikTok anti-bullying efforts will drive behavior change

March 10, 2021

Vanessa Bohns, associate professor of organizational behavior Cornell University’s ILR School, says TikTok’s efforts should have a positive impact on improving the online community.

Social & Behavioral Sciences

Experts on unions, the workplace, and labor in 2022

January 13, 2022

With the Omicron wave, how will employers adapt and what’s to come for the future of work? The American workplace is restless, how long will we continue to see strikes and labor protest activity continue? Labor shortages are ongoing, will we see the Great Resignation keep up? These labor experts are available to weigh in on these questions and more as we start 2022.


Weinstein case indicates ‘cultural shift’ in perception of abuse

February 24, 2020

Vanessa Bohns, associate professor of organizational behavior Cornell University’s ILR School, studies the psychology of compliance and consent and says that the outcome of the Weinstein case indicates a cultural shift in how people approach workplace harassment.

Law and Policy

In Weinstein trial, jurors to grapple with questions of power, influence

February 18, 2020

Vanessa Bohns, expert in the dynamics of influence and power at play in the workplace, says jurors in the Harvey Weinstein trial will grapple with questions of power and influence when making their deliberations. 

Social & Behavioral Sciences

Labor Day 2021: How COVID-19 transformed work

August 24, 2021

Cornell University labor experts are available to weigh in on the increased focus on workplace safety, gig economy growth, unemployment and employee shortages, climate jobs, social justice at work and more.


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