Cornell University celebrated employee excellence, honoring 20 staff members for their exceptional contributions during the annual President's Awards ceremony.
Pickard '90 Emerging Artists Series a space for student artists | Cornell Chronicle
Amelia Rooney's leadership in the Guild of Visual Arts has enhanced artistic opportunities for Cornell students through new events like the Emerging Artists Series.
Things to do: Hockey home-openers, Indigenous women exhibit, Collegetown cleanup | Cornell Chronicle
Cornell Votes will address voting questions while various events celebrate community, education, and indigenous contributions.
New Feldshuh play premieres Nov. 1 at Schwartz Center | Cornell Chronicle
The play 'Orlando's Gift' creatively intertwines Virginia Woolf's story with modern theatrical expression, showcasing collaboration among students and faculty.
$25M grant fuels Cornell's efforts to boost global crop resilience | Cornell Chronicle
The Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Crop Improvement receives $25 million grant to enhance global food security efforts through crop improvement.
Things to do: Much music, Supreme Court panel, advice for aspiring filmmakers | Cornell Chronicle
A week of diverse musical events is available at Cornell, including a performance by Sara Gazarek and the Cornell Jazz Ensemble.
Cornell University celebrated employee excellence, honoring 20 staff members for their exceptional contributions during the annual President's Awards ceremony.
Pickard '90 Emerging Artists Series a space for student artists | Cornell Chronicle
Amelia Rooney's leadership in the Guild of Visual Arts has enhanced artistic opportunities for Cornell students through new events like the Emerging Artists Series.
Things to do: Hockey home-openers, Indigenous women exhibit, Collegetown cleanup | Cornell Chronicle
Cornell Votes will address voting questions while various events celebrate community, education, and indigenous contributions.
New Feldshuh play premieres Nov. 1 at Schwartz Center | Cornell Chronicle
The play 'Orlando's Gift' creatively intertwines Virginia Woolf's story with modern theatrical expression, showcasing collaboration among students and faculty.
Two institutions receive gifts worth tens of millions
Georgia State University received an $80 million gift for revitalization, marking the largest gift in its history.
Cornell AAP establishes Ratan N. Tata Distinguished Alumni Award | Cornell Chronicle
Ratan N. Tata Distinguished Alumni Award honors his philanthropy and impact on Cornell, aiming to inspire new generations of socially responsible architects.
A $65M gift to URI will fund scholarships for STEM majors
The University of Rhode Island received a $65 million gift for STEM scholarships, benefiting future undergraduate students.
Two institutions receive gifts worth tens of millions
Georgia State University received an $80 million gift for revitalization, marking the largest gift in its history.
Cornell AAP establishes Ratan N. Tata Distinguished Alumni Award | Cornell Chronicle
Ratan N. Tata Distinguished Alumni Award honors his philanthropy and impact on Cornell, aiming to inspire new generations of socially responsible architects.
A $65M gift to URI will fund scholarships for STEM majors
The University of Rhode Island received a $65 million gift for STEM scholarships, benefiting future undergraduate students.
Federal judge strikes down Biden overtime expansion
The federal judge's ruling halts a Biden administration overtime eligibility expansion for salaried workers, reverting to a significantly lower threshold of $35,568.
America First Legal investigating NSF's "leftist ideology"
America First Legal is suing the National Science Foundation for failing to provide records on diversity initiatives, alleging a violation of the Freedom of Information Act.
Federal judge strikes down Biden overtime expansion
The federal judge's ruling halts a Biden administration overtime eligibility expansion for salaried workers, reverting to a significantly lower threshold of $35,568.
America First Legal investigating NSF's "leftist ideology"
America First Legal is suing the National Science Foundation for failing to provide records on diversity initiatives, alleging a violation of the Freedom of Information Act.
Pro-Palestinian protesters vandalized UW President Cauce's home and car, expressing outrage over perceived complicity in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
University of Rochester investigates 'Wanted' posters accusing staff of Gaza war crimes
The University of Rochester is investigating antisemitic 'wanted' posters targeting Jewish community members, emphasizing that such actions conflict with university values.
UW president's home, car vandalized by protesters
Pro-Palestinian protesters vandalized UW President Cauce's home and car, expressing outrage over perceived complicity in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
University of Rochester investigates 'Wanted' posters accusing staff of Gaza war crimes
The University of Rochester is investigating antisemitic 'wanted' posters targeting Jewish community members, emphasizing that such actions conflict with university values.
Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for HHS secretary raises major concerns among health experts due to his stance on vaccines and health policies.
The panel will discuss the Supreme Court's influence on democracy amidst political polarization and declining public confidence.
What Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said about the NIH
Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for HHS secretary raises major concerns among health experts due to his stance on vaccines and health policies.
American University's new president Jonathan Alger is focusing on fostering unity and dialogue among diverse campus emotions following the recent election.
Staffing, budget cuts limit libraries' ability to evolve (letter)
Academic libraries face staffing shortages that hinder their ability to conduct engaging programming despite being essential resources. They need more support.
Art Fair Showcases Feinberg Community's Creativity - News Center
The Feinberg art fair highlights the importance of celebrating arts within science-focused communities.
American U's new president answers five questions
American University's new president Jonathan Alger is focusing on fostering unity and dialogue among diverse campus emotions following the recent election.
Staffing, budget cuts limit libraries' ability to evolve (letter)
Academic libraries face staffing shortages that hinder their ability to conduct engaging programming despite being essential resources. They need more support.
Art Fair Showcases Feinberg Community's Creativity - News Center
The Feinberg art fair highlights the importance of celebrating arts within science-focused communities.
"How the World Ran Out of Everything," "Recentering Learning"
The COVID-19 pandemic revealed vulnerabilities in global supply chains that need to be addressed through better understanding and policy reform.
Governor brought tiger to LSU; student jailed over threat
A Louisiana student was arrested for threatening Governor Jeff Landry after he brought a tiger to a football game, claiming it was a joke.
More academics flee X after election
Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter and subsequent changes have led to a significant exodus of academics due to rising disinformation and toxicity.
Vote counting error scrambles Michigan State trustee race
A counting error led to a dramatic shift in the Michigan State University Board of Trustees election results.
Competition featuring MBA students' case draws 700 entrants | Cornell Chronicle
The Emerging Markets Institute's Corning Case Competition highlighted the significant growth and global relevance of the electric vehicle industry in Vietnam.
How recent storms stir college students' climate anxiety
Hurricane Helene caused unprecedented destruction and flooding at UNC Asheville, showcasing vulnerabilities previously thought limited to more coastal areas.
Things to do: How to look at art, a mushroom museum, managing holiday stress | Cornell Chronicle
The Carl Sagan Institute celebrates Carl Sagan's 90th birthday with events highlighting his impact on science and culture.
How recent storms stir college students' climate anxiety
Hurricane Helene caused unprecedented destruction and flooding at UNC Asheville, showcasing vulnerabilities previously thought limited to more coastal areas.
Things to do: How to look at art, a mushroom museum, managing holiday stress | Cornell Chronicle
The Carl Sagan Institute celebrates Carl Sagan's 90th birthday with events highlighting his impact on science and culture.
Florida officials fume over sluggish accreditation changes
The University of North Florida is experiencing significant delays in changing accreditors due to federal approval, frustrating state education officials.
New Haptic Patch Transmits Complexity of Touch to the Skin - News Center
The new wearable device developed by Northwestern engineers provides immersive sensations through skin stimulation, with applications in gaming, virtual reality, and healthcare.
Montclair State University revoked a restrictive protest policy after criticism, but the revised rules still limit protest areas, raising concerns over free speech.
U of Oregon official on leave for video bashing Trump voters
University of Oregon official placed on leave after posting vulgarity-laden criticism of Trump supporters, prompting investigation and public backlash.
Harvard faculty suspended from library over protest
Harvard faculty members were suspended from their library for protesting similar treatment of students who had previously demonstrated.
Professors: IU has stopped enforcing late-night protest ban
Indiana University imposed new restrictions on free expression after campus protests, but faculty and students actively challenged these restrictions with vigil protests.
University walks back restrictive speech policy
Montclair State University revoked a restrictive protest policy after criticism, but the revised rules still limit protest areas, raising concerns over free speech.
U of Oregon official on leave for video bashing Trump voters
University of Oregon official placed on leave after posting vulgarity-laden criticism of Trump supporters, prompting investigation and public backlash.
Harvard faculty suspended from library over protest
Harvard faculty members were suspended from their library for protesting similar treatment of students who had previously demonstrated.
Professors: IU has stopped enforcing late-night protest ban
Indiana University imposed new restrictions on free expression after campus protests, but faculty and students actively challenged these restrictions with vigil protests.
Webcast: What keeps campus chief tech officers up at night?
CTOs expressed mixed feelings about higher education's technological readiness in AI, cybersecurity, and support for instructors.
Visiting lecturer will explore expanded vision for AI in research | Cornell Chronicle
Sendhil Mullainathan emphasizes that AI should enhance human intelligence instead of replacing it, focusing on collaboration between human insight and algorithms.
Webcast: What keeps campus chief tech officers up at night?
CTOs expressed mixed feelings about higher education's technological readiness in AI, cybersecurity, and support for instructors.
Visiting lecturer will explore expanded vision for AI in research | Cornell Chronicle
Sendhil Mullainathan emphasizes that AI should enhance human intelligence instead of replacing it, focusing on collaboration between human insight and algorithms.
Could 'inoculation' limit misinformation? | Cornell Chronicle
Psychological inoculation improves misinformation identification, especially when combined with accuracy reminders, enhancing overall discernment between true and false statements.
Could 'inoculation' limit election misinformation? | Cornell Chronicle
Combating misinformation is more effective when psychological inoculation is paired with reminders to focus on accuracy.
Could 'inoculation' limit misinformation? | Cornell Chronicle
Psychological inoculation improves misinformation identification, especially when combined with accuracy reminders, enhancing overall discernment between true and false statements.
Could 'inoculation' limit election misinformation? | Cornell Chronicle
Combating misinformation is more effective when psychological inoculation is paired with reminders to focus on accuracy.
Josh Taub's role includes advancing international fundraising efforts at Brown University, focusing on high-net-worth relationships and global outreach.
New president named at Northwest Florida State College
Melvin Ponder, with no higher education experience, was selected as the new president of Northwest Florida State College.
Three questions for Brown's Josh Taub
Josh Taub's role includes advancing international fundraising efforts at Brown University, focusing on high-net-worth relationships and global outreach.
New president named at Northwest Florida State College
Melvin Ponder, with no higher education experience, was selected as the new president of Northwest Florida State College.
Penn State cancer researcher faces retractions, research ban
Penn State has barred researcher Deborah Kelly from conducting research indefinitely due to unreliable data found in multiple publications. Her work raised significant concerns.
GOP rep calls on U of Michigan to end Chinese partnership
Call to end partnership with Shanghai Jiao Tong University due to concerns over research integrity and Chinese military connections.
Penn State cancer researcher faces retractions, research ban
Penn State has barred researcher Deborah Kelly from conducting research indefinitely due to unreliable data found in multiple publications. Her work raised significant concerns.
GOP rep calls on U of Michigan to end Chinese partnership
Call to end partnership with Shanghai Jiao Tong University due to concerns over research integrity and Chinese military connections.
The decline of higher education institutions reflects deeper societal issues, as evidenced by the author's road trip to abandoned campuses.
Kamala Harris will spend election night at Howard University
Kamala Harris hosts election night at Howard University, emphasizing her roots and commitment to student engagement in the electoral process.
Stanford/Harvard are deliberately cruel to NTT faculty
Changes in faculty position often reflect personal biases rather than merit, as qualified individuals face unjust purging despite their accomplishments.
Destructive weed, found in NYS, resists common herbicides | Cornell Chronicle
Palmer amaranth poses a significant threat to New York soybean crops due to glyphosate resistance, necessitating diversified management strategies.
Nebraska regents campaign on antiabortion measures
Regents are leveraging campaign funds to influence abortion rights ballot measures in Nebraska.
Deliberative speech and activist speech both have value (letter)
Activist speech is essential to social change and aligns with core university values, contradicting claims that it threatens those values.
The AAUP's new president is not staying neutral
Rutgers faculty and academic workers joined forces for a historic strike, marking a unified stand for better labor conditions across three unions.
Mathematician Al Schatz dies at 90 | Cornell Chronicle
Alfred H. Schatz was a distinguished mathematician known for his expertise in finite element methods and contributions to solving complex partial differential equations.
Texas State adjunct instructor accused of soliciting student votes
Adjunct professor Tanner Neidhardt faces accusations of illegally soliciting votes from students for his judicial campaign.
University of Missouri-Kansas City dissolves DEI office
UMKC will dissolve its diversity and inclusion office to enhance a decentralized inclusion model across the campus.
Conn governor calls for audit of state system
Governor Lamont calls for an audit of CSCU finances due to concerns over extravagant spending by Chancellor Cheng.
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Non-tenure-track faculty demand Harvard stop forcing them out
Harvard's non-tenure-track faculty face an 'eight-year rule' limiting their teaching positions, prompting calls for policy change from unions and affected instructors.
Struggling N.Y. college to sell all or part of Manhattan campus
MCNY is selling part or all of its Manhattan campus due to financial difficulties and underutilization.
The college plans to defer a debt payment while restructuring its operations.
State AGs urge Columbia not to divest
A coalition of attorneys general urges Columbia University to maintain its support for Israel despite rising antisemitism and pro-Palestinian pressures on campus.
New presidents or provosts: Grambling Hamilton Jefferson La Roche LSSU Loyola SFASU Wagner
Several universities in the U.S. have appointed new presidents and provosts, highlighting major leadership changes within higher education.
Rookie entrepreneurs showcase BIG ideas | Cornell Chronicle
Developing an off-grid cold storage solution could significantly reduce food waste among Indian farmers.