NY Times writer and Klarman '79: Civil debate can change minds

A live and online audience of nearly 1,000 tapped into an ongoing conversation between Bret Stephens and Seth Klarman about media, democracy, education and the nature of debate.

Talk to explore the future of higher education

On March 12, the Provost’s Committee on the Future of the American University will host Ted Mitchell, the president of the American Council on Education, for a discussion on how institutions can break free from entrenched systems and reimagine their role in serving students and society.

Hillel breaks ground on new building to support Jewish life at Cornell

Harkavy Hall on West Campus will house the Steven K. and Winifred A. Grinspoon Hillel Center for Jewish Community at Cornell, currently located at Anabel Taylor Hall.

Student dance showcase opens a window to China

In Rhythms of China performance, student dancers will blend traditional folk dances with contemporary influences on March 13 in Bailey Hall.

$25M endowment to advance experiential learning in Duffield Engineering

The funding will provide long-term support to programs that provide undergraduates with opportunities to participate on project teams, join research labs, develop and evaluate innovative technologies, and benefit from other hands-on learning activities.

Ivy basketball tourneys bring ‘madness’ to Ithaca

The men’s and women’s Ivy League basketball tournaments will both be held at Cornell for the first time, following a year of preparation.

RBG’s influences featured in ‘Fashioning Justice’ exhibit

Ruth Bader Ginsburg ’54 was a champion for women’s equality. Her style, and the substance behind it, will be on display in an exhibit, “Fashioning Justice: Ruth Bader Ginsburg ’54 and the Power of Presence.”

Going nuclear: Student group embraces clean energy

The newly formed student group Cornell Nuclear is Clean Energy is embracing nuclear technology to fight climate change and create jobs.

Duffield Engineering showcases XRP robot at Governors Cup

Engineering faculty and students traveled to Washington, D.C., for the inaugural U.S. Governors Cup Robotics Tournament, where they showcased a robot in hopes of inspiring young students.